As we leave downtown Toronto, we pass Union Station, the city’s main transportation hub and one of its most historic landmarks.
Construction of the current station began in 1914 and was completed in 1920, though it officially opened to the public on August 6, 1927. Built by the Toronto Terminals Railway, the station was designed to reflect the importance of rail travel at the time, with grand architecture and a scale that still stands out today.
Union Station has since been designated both a National Historic Site of Canada and a Heritage Railway Station. It remains the largest and one of the most impressive railway stations in the country.
Today, it is also the busiest transportation facility in Canada, serving more than 250,000 passengers each day through trains, subways, and regional transit connections.
A major renovation completed in 2017 brought new life to the station, including a glass canopy over the platforms that allows natural light to reach the tracks below. The surrounding area has also been updated with public spaces, artwork, and a plaza connecting the station to the nearby Fairmont Royal York.
Union Station has even made appearances in films and television, often standing in for locations in other cities, a testament to its classic and recognizable design.
As we depart Toronto and begin the journey toward Niagara Falls, Union Station represents the heart of the city’s movement and connectivity. Passing by this historic hub marks our transition from one of Canada’s busiest urban centers to the scenic route leading toward Niagara.
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