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across the Greater Golden Horseshoe Region,” he The station is just one example of how Metrolinx is
says. “We’re not just talking about today, but as building a better transit system that will change life
important, how Bloomington will support future in York region, says Bissonauth. “Bloomington GO
transit needs and ridership growth.” will offer residents and transit users more service
options and seamless connections to the already
Bloomington GO Station’s entrance waiting area is expansive GO transit network. The new, state-of-
668 square feet and has a large glass roof atrium the-art transit hub will also help take the Richmond
that allows for plenty of natural lighting. Elevators Hill line to a whole new level.”
and accessible ramps are found throughout the
building to allow passengers to navigate all four “The new Bloomington GO Station is another
levels of the station. important addition to the development of an
integrated and efficient transit system serving
“Customers, including those who returning to transit Richmond Hill and York Region,” said Joe DiPaola,
over the months ahead, will have access to a host Acting Mayor of Richmond Hill. “I want to thank
of features designed to make commuting as easy the Province for its continuing investments, its
as possible,” says Bissonauth. “For instance, the incredible work on transit and delivering a new
station has a three-level parking structure equipped modern GO station extending the Richmond Hill
with a car counting system which allows customers line.”
to locate available parking spots faster.” www.metrolinx.com
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