Places in the City
Types of Transportation
Fares & Payment
Delays & Disruptions
Passenger Behaviour & Safety
100

This a large open public square or shopping area.

plaza

100

Toronto's underground rapid transit system.

subway

100

The amount that you pay to ride transit.

fare

100

When a vehicle arrives late.

delay

100

Too many passengers in one vehicle.

crowded

200

It is where two or more roads meet.

intersection

200

An electric vehicle that runs on tracks on the street.

streetcar

200

The card used to pay on the TTC.

PRESTO

200

A temporary bus replacing subway service.

shuttle bus

200

A person without permanent housing.

homeless

300

These are painted lines where people cross the street.

pedestrian crossing

300

A two-wheeled vehicle powered by pedalling.

bicycle

300

Proof that you paid.

transfer

300

An interruption in normal transit operations.

service disruption

300

Music played loudly without headphones.

noise disturbance

400

An underground area where passengers wait for trains.

platform

400

A vehicle sometimes driven by someone you employ.

car OR limo

400

A monthly payment option for unlimited rides.

pass

400

A technical issue with train signals.

signal problem

400

Feeling protected from danger while travelling.

safety

500

The final stop for buses or coaches.

terminal

500

A boat that carries passengers across water.

ferry

500

The machine that checks your card balance.

fare reader

500

A complete stop in service on a line.

suspension

500

A TTC staff member who helps maintain safety.

special constable

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