TTC Harvey and Duncan Shops open house to benefit the United Way

The Toronto Transit Commission is holding an open house at its Harvey and Duncan Shops, located at the TTC’s Hillcrest facility, 1138 Bathurst St., on Saturday, September 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds from the open house will go to the United Way. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

Established in 1923, Harvey Shop is the major maintenance facility for the streetcar fleet, and component manufacturer for subway cars and buses. Duncan Shop is a major maintenance component overhaul facility for the TTC bus fleet.

The Peter Witt streetcar and the new low-floor streetcar will also be on display.  As well, there will be a BBQ, games and a silent auction.

Volunteers will be on hand to provide a guided tour, and the two historic PCC streetcars will operate between Bathurst Station and the Hillcrest complex for those taking transit to the event.