Spadina Station - Easier Access

Timeline: September 19, 2022 to Q4 2024*

(*subject to weather, unforeseen events, and impact of COVID-19)

What we are doing and why

The TTC is building two new elevators to create a barrier-free path from the street to the subway platform level.

Cross section image of current Line 2 Spadina Station (Bloor) and the new elevators on Spadina Road.

What to expect

The first major phase of work will include shoring and excavation activities for the new elevator shafts, located on the north-west and south-east corners of Spadina Road and Lowther Avenue. Work will be completed in two phases, starting with construction of Elevator 2 (E2) on Lowther Avenue west of Spadina Road and then moving onto Elevator 1 (E1) on east side of Spadina Road.

Traffic and pedestrian details

• Traffic on Spadina Road maintained with lane restrictions.
• Lowther Avenue west is scheduled to be closed for vehicle access to and from Spadina Road from September 19, 2022, until Q4 2023.
• Sidewalk closures / detours will be required.

Work hours

• Work will typically take place Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Some work on weekends and overnight may be required. 

TTC service

Subway service at the station will be maintained throughout construction.

Updates will be posted to: http://www.ttc.ca/Spadinaconstruction  

Thank you for your patience as we work to improve Spadina Station. An updated notice will be issued prior to construction.

If you wish to be added to the project list to receive regular updates, please email below with "subscribe to Spadina Station" in the subject line.

For further information:

Nick Chan
Community Liaison
416-931-6754
Nick.Chan@ttc.ca