Elizabeth Renzetti: Eglinton Crosstown Opening as Joyful as when the CN Tower Was Built

Elizabeth Renzetti: Eglinton Crosstown opening as joyful as when the CN Tower was built

Toronto’s newest LRT went way over budget, took too long and an inquiry should be held

TTC Line 5 Eglinton Crosstown LRT opened — yes, really

After roughly 15 years of construction, countless delays, and more than a few “we’ll believe it when we see it” moments, TTC Line 5 — the Eglinton Crosstown LRT — officially opened on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The new 19-kilometre light rail line now runs from Mount Dennis to Kennedy with 25 stations along Eglinton Avenue. By all accounts, the first day of service arrived with little fanfare — but plenty of curiosity from riders finally able to …