Clarkson Transit Station Area Study

There is currently a multi-use trail connection on Erin Mills Parkway, under the QEW. A new multi-use trail has been built on Erin Mills north of the QEW to Dundas Street. A cycling connection to Clarkson GO is available via the Kogaydiwin and Sheridan Creek Trails. The City is planning to make a more direct connection on Southdown Road, by adding a multi-use trail between South Sheridan Way and Truscott Drive, tentatively scheduled for 2021.

The pedestrian bridge was closed due to structural safety concerns. The contract for the replacement of the bridge was recently awarded. Metrolinx will be meeting with the contractor shortly and will have a better idea of when the bridge will re-open soon and they understand the inconveniences this is causing customers. We will post a follow up response when we have more details. 

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Thank you for your comment, you raise a valid concern. Any new redevelopment will require noise, air and vibration studies (among others) to identify any necessary mitigation measures that may be necessary to be implemented. Current plans for Regional Express Rail go as far as Aldershot station. There are no plans for high speed rail on the Lakeshore West corridor.

Metrolinx has engaged a contractor to reinstall the bridge this spring/summer. This project is about shaping the future growth of the transit station area and in doing so one of the objectives is to shift station access away from single-car dominated modes which will help alleviate station area congestion. In addition, the introduction of 15-minute service on the LSW corridor should help reduce peak period surges. It should also be expected that some level of congestion will continue to happen as passenger volumes continue to grow.

MiWay’s Service Development Section considered your request and we would like to share with you their response:

In changing Route 29 to travel along your proposed routing, MiWay would be displacing customers on Bonnymede Dr north of Inverhouse that use Stop #’s 0285 and 2359 along Inverhouse, currently. In providing service along Inverhouse, MiWay is accommodating customers that reside in streets on either side of Inverhouse Dr, which provides for a pedestrian friendly and safe walk to all residential streets within this area (Bonnymede Dr, Silverberry Cres, Embassy Ave, Carrera Ln, Inverhouse Dr). Customers walking from Stop #1631 on Orr Rd east of Southdown Rd to Embassy Ave or Silverberry Cres have the convenience to use the following stops also at walking distance:  

1.  Embassy Ave from Stop #0284 Inverhouse Dr at Carrera Ct or from Stop #0285 Inverhouse Dr south of Bonnymede Dr is between a 250-400 metre walk, and

2.  Silverberry Cres from Stop #0284 Inverhouse Dr at Carrera Ct or from Stop #0285 Inverhouse Dr south of Bonnymede Dr is between a 400-600 metre walk.  

If customers have concerns for their safety, they can request a stop along route during evening/late night service hours. Simply speak to the Transit Operator at least one stop ahead of where you wish to alight the bus, and the Operator will let customers off as close to their request as possible. In order to accommodate a customer’s request, the Operator must be able to stop safely, as per operational protocols. For added safety and security, please exit by the front doors at the requested stop. 

Amidst all of our customers’ priorities, MiWay has a duty to grow the transit network responsibly and as explained above, in public transit we are required to plan for the greater good of the majority of our customers.

The Clarkson Transit Station Area project will look at any necessary traffic improvements required for any plans proposing to accommodate additional population and employment growth in the area. With respect to current traffic concerns and the noise wall, please contact the City’s 3-1-1 line so the inquiry can be directed to the appropriate staff member for a response.

MiWay’s Service Development staff monitors ridership levels; continually reviewing and adjusting service provision accordingly on all routes throughout the system. MiWay defines overcrowding when the passenger load exceeds 55 persons on a standard size (40ft) bus. MiWay uses several ridership and service monitoring tools to process feedback from customers, drivers, and staff. This data is then analyzed and where warranted, improvements are then determined to add capacity among other service changes. It is suggested that more detailed information such as the route, stop number, and the time the bus is boarded be submitted to MiWayHelps@mississauga.ca so staff can investigate this matter further.

With regards to the hazardous walkway, please contact 3-1-1 and they can direct your concerns to the Transportation and Works department.

The pedestrian bridge was closed due to structural safety concerns. The contract for the replacement of the bridge was recently awarded. Metrolinx will be meeting with the contractor shortly and will have a better idea of when the bridge will re-open soon and they understand the inconveniences this is causing customers. We will post a follow up response when we have more details. 

The City of Mississauga understands the need for resiliency in community planning due to weather extremes. We understand the that transportation and buildings account for more than 50% of green house gas emissions which is directly related to how we design and operate within our communities.

A well-rounded approach incorporates climate change mitigation strategies that are focused on reducing GHG emissions by promoting multi-modal transportation systems, a supportive, mixed use and compact urban structure, and ensuring the preservation of green spaces and tree canopy.

MTSA’s create the opportunity to reduce GHG emissions by reducing dependence on the private automobile, and creating compact, mixed use, higher density residential areas that place residents within easy walking distance of accessible transit and services.