Clarington Mayor's statement on GO Train bridge construction

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“We’re finally about to see construction begin to get the GO Train rolling into Clarington. This is a huge step forward in connecting our community to the rest of the GTA through fast, frequent, reliable public transit. 

Earlier this year, Metrolinx crews were at Green Road Bridge, clearing out trees and prepping the area. Now the real work begins, rebuilding and modifying the bridge so it’s ready for the commuter train. This work will take a few years, and there will be lane closures and some traffic disruptions managed by the Metrolinx crews during construction. 

The GO Train will make life better for our residents, saving people time and money as they travel west for work, school and fun. It will spark residential growth, job creation and economic development around the train stations in Courtice and Bowmanville. It’s been a long time coming.  

Now, there’s light at the end of the tunnel, and it wouldn’t be possible without the Ontario government’s support. We can’t wait for the day we can step onto the GO Train. To learn more, visit the Metrolinx Bowmanville extension website.”