On January 21, a TTC transit worker was shot with a BB gun while waiting for her shift to begin.
ATU Local 113 President, Marvin Alfred, spoke to media to advocate for our members and their safety. The call to action was clear: The City of Toronto and the TTC need to do more to keep public transit safe for all.
News Coverage
Online/Print
CBC News: TTC fares, budget to increase as transit focuses on security | The Star
CP24: Suspects sought after TTC bus operator shot with BB gun | CP24.com
CTV News: Suspects sought after TTC bus operator shot with BB gun | CTV News
Broadcast/Radio
CBC: Violence on the TTC (begins at 1:52)
CP24: “It’s frustrating. This is happening to city and transit workers who are just trying to do their job. They should not feel at risk.” – Marvin Alfred, President, ATU Local 113
*The link to this interview will be shared in the coming days