Starting Monday, the TTC will enhance fare inspections by requiring bus riders to show proof of payment before entering subway stations. Fare inspectors will be present on bus platforms, initially emphasizing education over penalties during a two-week grace period. After that, fines for fare evasion will range from $235 to $425. The TTC highlights that fare evasion costs around $140 million annually, funds that are essential for improving transit services. This initiative is a part of ongoing efforts to enhance fare compliance and safeguard transit revenues.
Transit riders will be required to show their Presto cards or other proof of payment on bus platforms as part of the TTC's new fare inspection measures.
The TTC spokesperson emphasized that fare evasion costs the service about $140 million annually, impacting service improvement and affordability.
During the initial two weeks, fare inspectors will focus on educating riders rather than penalizing them for not having proof of payment.
Real enforcement will begin after the grace period, with fines for fare evasion ranging from $235 to $425 depending on the violation.
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