Case Study: The City Of Toronto

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The City of Toronto, Metrolinx and TTC signed a master agreement for the implementation of the Toronto Light Rail Transit Program. This is an example of good planning because all of the benefits it brings to the city and the people. This new transit line is expected to reduce traffic congestion and improve public transit in Toronto. The railway provides comfort, convenience, faster commute times and an environmentally friendly option to those who are traveling in Toronto. This picture illustrates planning because it takes in account the three good planning principles which are the social, economics and environmental aspects of the

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