McCowan Yard Demolition

Timeline: As early as June 1, 2026 – Q2 2027

What we are doing, and why?

The TTC is dismantling the existing train infrastructure at McCowan Yard, 1720 Ellesmere Road. This site was previously used to store, clean, and maintain the trains for the decommissioned Line 3 Scarborough Rapid Transit (SRT). The area is being prepared for the future construction of a new TTC operations building.

Map of the construction area at 1720 Ellesmere Road

What to expect:

• Some noise, dust, and vibration are expected during the demolition.
• Construction vehicles will enter the site from the current entrance on Ellesmere Road.
• There will be no impacts to TTC service during the demolition.
• There will be some tree removals and protection.

Traffic, pedestrian and cyclist restrictions

There will be no impact to traffic, pedestrians or cyclists associated with this work.

Work hours

The majority of work activities will take place between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily from Monday to Friday. Some weekend work may be required.

Contact us
If you are interested in receiving updates about this project, please email your contact information to the project's Community Liaison Officer.

Please be sure to include your name, address (including city and postal code), phone number and email address. Also, please let us know how you prefer to be contacted – by email, regular mail or both.

Kevin McAnena, Senior Community Liaison Officer

Kevin.McAnena@ttc.ca

437-218-0839

Thank you for your patience as we work to improve transit in Toronto.