Currently in the Markham-Stoufville riding in which I reside , politicans are vying for the right to represent our riding in Provincial Parliament. Michael Chan the incumbent is fighting to maintain the post he has occupied since 2007. On September 13th ,however, him and other Liberals from York Region vying for position in provincial parliament, took a break from the campaign trail to announce all GO trains in the province will run two ways 24/7. Traffic congestion cost the GTA 6 billion a year, and it could be more if it continues to go unchecked. These new 24/7 two way Go trains along with the 15 minutes late equals a money back guarantee policy will increase interest in public transit and help address the traffic congestion issue. Michael Chan states that the Conservatives made cuts to the transit system when in power, and the Hudak government plans to make further cuts, something that people living in York Region, just can't afford.
Despite the fact, that I don't use public transit extensively these new changes affect my day to day life. Increasing interest in public transit through improvements to the system will keep people of the roads, as a result reducing traffic in York Region. Making it easier to drive without experiencing ridiculous traffic not only saves time but also saves money. The fact that the incumbent in my riding is involved with this very civilian friendly deal would help swing my alliance in the MPP election in my Markham- Stoufville riding, from Conservative to Liberal.
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