HOV Lanes Are Opening to Solo Drivers: But Not During Rush Hour

That empty HOV lane taunting you on the 401 at 10 a.m.? Soon you might be able to use it. Ontario's transportation minister announced last week that solo drivers will be allowed in high-occupancy vehicle lanes during off-peak hours. The catch: nobody's defined "off-peak" yet. Here's what we know and when it might actually happen.… Continue reading HOV Lanes Are Opening to Solo Drivers: But Not During Rush Hour

“20 Other People Just Like You”: Why Toronto Youth Can’t Land Jobs

"You put your resume out there, you take initiative, you'll get hired." That's how it used to work—until it didn't. Young job seekers in Toronto are facing one of the toughest labour markets in years. StatsCan reported 84,000 jobs lost across Canada in February, and more than half of those would have employed youth. Youth… Continue reading “20 Other People Just Like You”: Why Toronto Youth Can’t Land Jobs