Yesterday, ATU Local 113 President Marvin Alfred joined Toronto City Councillor Josh Matlow at a press conference calling for a public inquiry into safety concerns related to the Eglinton LRT Crosstown.
TTC workers’ union demand answers to safety concerns over Eglinton LRT
“We talk about clarity; we talk about transparency. We’re not getting it,” said Marvin Alfred.
ATU Local 113 has learned of an incident of violence against a Customer Service Agent (CSA) this afternoon at Dundas Station.
The member, who was stabbed in the arm, was transported to a hospital and is receiving emergency medical care. The suspect is in now in custody. We will provide further updates, when available.
ATU Local 113 maintains that there should be no place for violence on Toronto’s transit system – and advocates for a zero-tolerance policy to be adopted in our city.
ATU Local 113 has learned of a tragic incident that took place last night to one of our members. A transit operator has passed away following a non-work related act of violence.
Local 113 has been in contact with the family and they have asked that everyone please respect their privacy. We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family.
There will be grief counsellors available at work locations for our members and other staff.
ATU Local 113 Executive Board members attended the OFL conference this week.
Transit Operator’s Vigilance Leads to Safe Return of Missing Child
We are proud to recognize our transit operator from McNicoll Division for helping locate a 11-year-old missing child in Toronto! Thank you for your vigilance, compassion, and dedication.
We also thank the PRP for helping the young child return home to their family safely.
ATU Local 113 was proud to join veterans and our community in marking Remembrance Day in Toronto. We take this time to honour and reflect upon the service and sacrifices of our veterans who fought for the freedom, liberty and peace we have today.
Master Corporal Uong, Canadian Army Reservist of the 32 Service Battalion, joined President Marvin Alfred at the wreath-laying ceremony at The Old City Hall Cenotaph, Toronto.
Lest we forget.
On Remembrance Day, ATU Local 113 honours and remembers the brave individuals who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. We will never forget.
ATU Local 113 was informed of the incident at Bathurst and St. Clair earlier today, in which one of our members sustained critical injuries on their way to work.
Our thoughts and prayers are with our member, their family, and co-workers, as they go through this difficult time.
We are not publishing the name of the member to ensure privacy for our member and their family. The investigation is ongoing at this time.