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prizby
05-28-2010, 10:02 PM
From what has been released today and what I was informed at work, here are things to consider and to be prepared for, for the upcoming game between Toronto FC and the Los Angeles Galaxy on Saturday, June 26, 2010, kick-off at 7:30PM.

What is being restricted?

The main perimeter will mostly a square:

To the south: Lakeshore Blvd.
To the north: King St.
To the east: Yonge St.
To the west: Spadina Ave.

A map of the outer (and inner) perimeter can be found here (http://thestar.blogs.com/g20/2010/05/details-of-g20-red-zone-announced.html).

What should I be doing in terms of transportation?

You can expect the downtown to be traffic gridlock and thus should leave extra time for travel in any case.

Your best bet is to stick to public transportation if at all possible.

Public Transportation

TTC Travelers

The TTC have said they will try to be business as usual as much as they can throughout the summit. As it stands now the subway will be running normally including on the Yonge/University line, right through Union Station.

If you are one of those that takes the 509 Exhibition street care to BMO Field, the streetcar will be running during the summit, with one little change: it will not be stopping at the Queens Quay stop (due to the Westin Harbour Castle being one of the three official host hotels). Other than that it is business as usual. Please note that you can not exit Union Station onto Front Street.

Your better option is to take the Bloor/Danforth line to Bathurst and hop on the 511 Bathurst streetcar. This route is unaffected by the security perimeter downtown.

If you are trying to make your way to Shoeless Joe's (King & Dufferin area). You are best off taking the 511 Bathurst streetcar to King and jumping on the 504 King streetcar or taking it or the 509 Exhibition streetcar to BMO Field and walking across. I would highly advice to stay away from King just to be on the safe side though

Alternatively you can take the 29 Dufferin streetcar from the Dufferin station down to King & Dufferin. I guess you can technically take this all the way to the Exhibition Grounds which will get you in walking distance to BMO Field.

Those that in the past have taken the King Streetcar to Shoeless Joe's from the Yonge/University subway, be warned, there will likely be some hefty delays of such between Yonge & Spadina.

As suggested by nfitz, the 63 Ossington bus that starts at Eglington West on the University line and continues through the Ossington line on the Bloor line is also a good possible route. It travels less busy roads and makes a shift on Queen to Shaw St. which takes you right into Liberty Village

GO Train

Those coming from west of the city, you shouldn't have a problem taking the GO Train, you would get off at the Exhibition stop like you normally should be.

Those coming from the east, this is a totally different story. As of right now, there is no official announcement or stance communicated by the SMO (Summit Management Office) or the RCMP as to what the policy will be with trains going through/stopping/passing through Union Station whether it will be allowed or not. As of right now, nothing has been said or finalized, so the assumption would be that it should be like any other normal time ***EXPECT THIS TO CHANGE*** I will clarify this when more information is available.

Driving

To those that are driving. Note that the Lakeshore is the edge of the security perimeter, those that normally travel on the Lakeshore between Yonge & Spadina or in general (travelling westbound) should expect a slower than normal travel. The same can be said if you try to skip the Lakeshore and travel along the Queens Quay.

Note that the exit Yonge, York & Bay from the Gardiner Expressway is closed between June 25 & 27. I was not told whether the Spadina exit would be closed. It seems logicial that it might, but it is not official. Those travelling on the Gardiner Expressway might find comfort in exiting at Dunn/Jamison (note the Jamison Bridge is closed) as the Spadina exit will be spilling onto the Lakeshore, expect the Gardiner to also be slower than normal (westbound traffic). I doubt the eastbound into the city will be that bad.

As a note of caution, expect longer than normal travel times if you are driving anywhere in the downtown core. Also note that you cannot park on Spadina, King, or Yonge along the security perimeter.


I think that just about covers everything in terms of travel. My one recommendation, when and if possible, take public transit. If you are driving in from London, Windsor/Detroit, Buffalo/Niagara, or anywhere else from the westside, park your car at a GO Station in Milton or something and do yourself a favour and take the GO Train into the game.


If there are any changes to travel plans, any changes into the restrictions, I will update this post. I hope this helps those who might be thinking about staying at home. There are ways down to the game and you should make your prescense felt!!!

Protests

Queen's Park is the only designated protest area that I know of off the top of my head (ie. place where protesters can go and protest peacefully). If anything changes or protest rumours begin as to where they might be interfere with traffic, this will be updated.


***NOTE***: This is not a thread to debate the merits or anything about the G20 summit, but only to help eachother fellow fans find a safe, simple, and somewhat quick route to the game during the summit. Thanks! If anyone has any other suggestions or knows of anything more, please add!!


Edit #1: It just occured to me that deliveries inside the security zone will not be allowed past June 21. Any deliveries that do come into the area will first have to go through the Direct Energy Centre out at the Exhibition Grounds. This is where everything will be carefully searched before being escorted into the secure zone. I am currently unsure if this will affect parking under the Direct Energy Centre.

Edit #2: Unfortunately I misplaced the communication I received on Friday, so I don't remember it all, but the TTC will be a definite go on fringe borders such as Yonge, King, and Spadina. As well as there is a plan in place for GO commuters and TTC commuters at Union Station although specific details to this have not been relased. For anyone who travels by VIA Rail, VIA will not be stopping at Union Station, rather they will be running a shuttle bus in between the last stops east (Guildwood I believe) and west (I am not sure what the stop is). I had a nice chat on Thursday at lunch with two RCMP officers. It is prudent that you carry some sort of identification card as if you are going to even be traveling through/walking inside the designated security zone or on the border. I would highly recommend some sort of government issued photo ID that includes a picture, address and date of birth, so if you haven't got a photo health card or drivers liscense, I know it may sound silly, but to carry your passport would give you less of a hassle (especially if it is a Canadian passport). There are a few more things that I am missing upon, but I'll be sure to check on them sometime next week.

Chevy
05-28-2010, 10:07 PM
Great thread. A+ for being all over this.

AL-MO
05-28-2010, 10:13 PM
Great thread. A+ for being all over this.

+1 Great info Prizby.

Where'd you copy this from? :p

nfitz
05-28-2010, 10:16 PM
I was pondering the Ossington bus, which goes to Atlantic and Liberty. 16 minutes from subway to Liberty. The Dufferin bus is scheduled to take 21 minutes, and does the short piece on Queen that may be more subject to congestion. And the Bathurst car is more prone to disturbances.

Normally I take GO from Danforth ... but if you were a terrorist with a weapon, and you wanted to get it to the convention centre ... how would you do it? Given the paranoia, I can't believe they are going to let GO trains run ... at least between Union and Exhibition.

Chevy
05-28-2010, 10:21 PM
^^ I was thinking the same thing. I'm hoping that the Go Trains will run but they would have to do so under some serious, Chuck Norris-like security.

Might be a cool ride for the kiddies!

Suds
05-28-2010, 10:30 PM
Right now the Integrated Security Unit web site for the G20 is saying no changes for Go Transit ... however, as prizby said ... keep an eye on this leading up to the game

Brooker
05-28-2010, 10:30 PM
^^ I was thinking the same thing. I'm hoping that the Go Trains will run but they would have to do so under some serious, Chuck Norris-like security.


uh oh. no gotrain drinking?

prizby
05-28-2010, 10:30 PM
I was unaware of the Ossington, its not a route I am particularly familiar with. I will be adding it as a suggested route (does this bus come often, i can't figure it out on the TTC website, maybe every 10-12 minutes?)

My feeling towards trains in general is that it will be business as usual with the SMO/RCMP having the right to stop trains at any time they may choose so, which may or may not happen often. I am sure there will be more clarification as the date comes closer.

prizby
05-28-2010, 10:37 PM
Normally I take GO from Danforth ... but if you were a terrorist with a weapon, and you wanted to get it to the convention centre ... how would you do it? Given the paranoia, I can't believe they are going to let GO trains run ... at least between Union and Exhibition.

There is a 10 ft high fence/wall going to be erected around the convention centre (starting June 7) with heavy security in this security sector (see the yellow in the link i provided in my original post).

Red CB Toronto
05-28-2010, 11:18 PM
I could a dip in the crowd that attends this game, I know the tickets have been sold, but with the downtown core in lock down and then throw in the fact the world cup is on I just do not see some making the effort to make it.

jazzy
05-28-2010, 11:30 PM
A+ also....as an add on....presently the eastbound Jameson exit is closed from the gardiner xpress to the Lakeshore/ CNE as such.....Wonder if this will stay closed or reopened before G20.....?.

Whoop
05-28-2010, 11:36 PM
I can see "a less than 10,000 people" in the stands for this match.

The good thing is that it's a night game but there is going to be this much hassle, a lot of people will just say screw it.

Kevvv
05-28-2010, 11:47 PM
A+ also....as an add on....presently the eastbound Jameson exit is closed from the gardiner xpress to the Lakeshore/ CNE as such.....Wonder if this will stay closed or reopened before G20.....?.


Closed until July...2011 :shocked:


http://www.toronto.ca/involved/projects/lake_shore_bridges/pdf/2010-05_construction_notice.pdf

nfitz
05-29-2010, 11:00 AM
I was unaware of the Ossington, its not a route I am particularly familiar with. I will be adding it as a suggested route (does this bus come often, i can't figure it out on the TTC website, maybe every 10-12 minutes?)The bus used to stop at King/Shaw but was extended to Ossington/Liberty in November 2008 (going down to Strachan and running along Liberty). It had never crossed my mind to use it for BMO until I wandered up Liberty after a game, and noticed a few (surprisingly few!) people standing at the Liberty/Atlantic stop waiting for a bus.

On a Saturday afternoon the bus is every 6.5 minutes, dropping to every 10 minutes around 7 pm (http://www3.ttc.ca/Schedule/schedule.jsp?Route=63S&Stop=OSSINGTON_STATION&Day=Saturday) (game starts at 7:30). The bus map is:

http://www3.ttc.ca/images/Route_maps/063map.gif

I hear there's a nice supporters' bar at Atlantic/Liberty!

rocker
05-29-2010, 11:13 AM
maybe Obama will come out to the game and root on his Galaxy. ;)

Gixmo
05-29-2010, 11:40 AM
Closed until July...2011 :shocked:


http://www.toronto.ca/involved/projects/lake_shore_bridges/pdf/2010-05_construction_notice.pdf

Ya the bridge is gone, total piss off to find out on the long wknd :)

Brooker
05-29-2010, 01:13 PM
maybe Obama will come out to the game and root on his Galaxy. ;)


thought he was a fire fan?

rocker
05-29-2010, 03:35 PM
thought he was a fire fan?

I dunno.. just figured he'd root on an American team in town :)

Dman81
05-29-2010, 04:03 PM
FYI (from torontolife)

School’s out
The University of Toronto decides to ban students and staff from its downtown campus from June 24 to 27 now that the much-discussed “protest zone” has been moved to Queen’s Park.

ID cards
Residents who live in and around the security zone are being encouraged to register for identification cards that will allow them to get through checkpoints faster.

Cameras everywhere
The Toronto Police Service has already started putting up 77 new security cameras around downtown. The footage will be destroyed after the conclusion of the summit.

No patios
Downtown patios will be shut down for two weeks before the summit begins, while other restaurants and business could be subject to further restrictions if they are located in the inner security zone.

Nay to the Jays
Toronto FC games will proceed as scheduled, but the Blue Jays’ much-anticipated series against the Phillies—and Roy Halliday—will take place in Philadelphia, rather than at the Rogers Centre as originally planned.

Road closed
Drivers can expect delays and closures on the Gardiner Expressway and Lake Shore Boulevard.

The slower way
TTC riders can expect delays—well, more than usual.

Bike strike
The G20 will be no walk (ride?) in the park for cyclists: summit officials will be removing 1,000 bike parking rings from the downtown core.

Tourist trap
The CN Tower will be closed from June 25 to 27.

Pedestrian Sundays
For the first time in its seven-year history, the Pedestrian Sundays program in Kensington Market has been denied a permit, possibly due to concerns that the market could become a rallying point.

Exiled from Bay Street
In a rare move, the captains of finance will be asking their bankers to work from home.

Daycare dilemmas
Parents who keep their children at downtown daycares have been told to keep them somewhere else.

Home security
Residents of 33 University Avenue, the only condo behind the G20 security fence, will have to enter and exit their building through police checkpoints.

Blocked Path
According to a memo from a downtown property management group, the Path will be closed from Bay Street to the Royal York.

Traffic snarls
Eighty-three motorcades of 10 to 50 cars, including decoy motorcades, will be passing through downtown, tying up traffic all the while.

Casual dress
The RCMP is recommending that Bay Streeters ditch the suits and wear civilian clothes to avoid standing out.

TFC Bhoy
05-29-2010, 04:15 PM
No patios
Downtown patios will be shut down for two weeks before the summit begins, while other restaurants and business could be subject to further restrictions if they are located in the inner security zone.

THAT SUCKS!!!! with the amazing weather we have had recently a no patio rule downtown just really sucks.

Red CB Toronto
05-29-2010, 07:14 PM
Does anyone know if you have to register for secuirty clearance if you live in the outer secuirty zone, there were reports that you have to, my brother lives at John and Wellington, which is within the blue perimiter.

Bloor West FC
05-30-2010, 09:42 AM
From what I have been hearing at work (Go Transit), everybody will be getting to and from Union. The only difference is that the all exit's will be closed except the exit to and from Young Street will be open.

Although there are meeting ongoing everyday its is true that things might change.

TFC Via Buffalo
05-30-2010, 10:08 AM
I dunno.. just figured he'd root on an American team in town :)

I'll talk to him about that and get him on the right page. ;)

nfitz
05-30-2010, 11:38 AM
From what I have been hearing at work (Go Transit), everybody will be getting to and from Union. The only difference is that the all exit's will be closed except the exit to and from Young Street will be open.This is the kind of thing that can change very quickly on a Saturday or Sunday during the summit. Given that most of the world leaders will be meeting only a few feet from the railway track, if one was a terrorist, I think I know how they would deliver their payload.

I'd rather not be sitting on a GO train for a couple of hours during a terror alert while they sweep everything.

Auzzy
05-30-2010, 12:10 PM
Sssshhhh about the Ossington bus, that's my personal bus right from my house! ;)

Seriously, the #63 route is great, but a few things to consider. Scheduled frequency is good, but if the route gets jammed up somewhere, you might be waiting a while for the next bus. Plus, the new route through Liberty Village makes it even more convenient to BMO, but the bus can get gummed up before & after games with all the TFC fans parking & walking in Liberty Village. Usually we take #63 to the games, but take a different route home. (If many fans don't show up to the LA Galaxy games, maybe Liberty Village will be less of a zoo that day.)

Of course, the Dufferin bus & Bathurst steetcar, are also relatively convenient ways to get to the games while avoiding downtown & the GO train.

Red CB Toronto
05-30-2010, 12:22 PM
I am really surprised they did not follow the cue of the Blue Jays and move this game to another date, just in the name of convinence for the people coming to the game.

With the media centre on the EX grounds at the Direct Energy Centre it is going to be quite congested around BMO.

Even though the Rogers Centre is outside of the secuirty grid, Paul Beeston and company decided that it was in the best interest to move it.

nfitz
05-30-2010, 12:46 PM
I am really surprised they did not follow the cue of the Blue Jays and move this game to another date, just in the name of convinence for the people coming to the game.The Blue Jays didn't move the game to another date. They moved the game to another location ... to Philadelphia.

I'm very happy TFC didn't move our game to Kansas City!

The Blue Jay decision is horrible! I really don't think TFC fans would think much of this.

Afra
05-30-2010, 12:53 PM
So long as (if you are coming from the east) you go across on the bloor subway and then straight south on bathurst or dufferin, it should be fine.

Also, bring baby wipes and j and j baby shampoo. Apparently these two items are fantastic for washing off pepper spray. This is just in case there are some protesters trying to block access to BMO for whatever reason - we all know how that would end up.

Bloor West FC
05-30-2010, 03:35 PM
I doubt protesters will block BMO but you never know, I also heard that the Natives are going to block some railroad tracks. Which ones I have no clue.

Whoop
05-30-2010, 03:39 PM
I still don't understand why the FO can move a game for a Real Madrid friendly but for a game that is going to inconvenience a lot of people they can't move this match....

Hell, I live in Toronto and it looks like I won't be able to drive to this match and TTC? HAHAHA

I think I'll be walking to this match.

AL-MO
05-30-2010, 04:08 PM
You have to talk to them in a language they understand.... $$$$

Whoop
05-30-2010, 04:12 PM
Well... concessions will be hurting that night.

I guarantee it will be the lowest attended TFC match (actual attendance) in the history of TFC even though it will be a night match and night matches rock.

AL-MO
05-30-2010, 04:29 PM
Well... concessions will be hurting that night.

I guarantee it will be the lowest attended TFC match (actual attendance) in the history of TFC even though it will be a night match and night matches rock.


Now you are making a case. :D

prizby
05-30-2010, 04:50 PM
Does anyone know if you have to register for secuirty clearance if you live in the outer secuirty zone, there were reports that you have to, my brother lives at John and Wellington, which is within the blue perimiter.

i think it really only matters to those that live in the inner security, as far as I know there was only one condominum that had to get registered; it might be useful for him to be able to pull it out as he is walking around the inside instead of police having to carefully examine his ID(s) every single time, I am not sure how it works. It's a great question to ask the SMO though.

if his building is not having a designated time to register for security clearance, he needs to go to the summit management office, and expect long lines!

GIZ GUNNER KR
06-01-2010, 07:45 PM
i sold my tickets to this game because the game falls on opening bass weekend..then i find out the G20 is on. i almost feel bad for my friend i sold them too. i really hope it works out for him. i gave him a heads up. i dont understand why they wouldnt move the game to a later date...

nfitz
06-01-2010, 10:56 PM
i really hope it works out for him. i gave him a heads up. i dont understand why they wouldnt move the game to a later date...Why would they? Some transportation issues ... but that seems to happen on a weekly basis. Nothing happening anywhere near the Ex.

Enough other stuff not going on that weekend - thank god there's something to do!

Bloor West FC
06-06-2010, 07:08 PM
Go Trains will be running to Union during the G20 summit all week. No delays unless protesters cause something on the train or rail. Be ready to share with alot of security in uniform and undercover.

prizby
06-06-2010, 07:45 PM
^I can't speak to the business as usual part, but they should be running

please note I have updated my original post, any updates from now on will be seen as edits (unless information from my originial post gets changed).

thanks

Simao
06-09-2010, 09:00 PM
Thanks for the info!!!

bones
06-10-2010, 02:08 PM
Go Trains will be running to Union during the G20 summit all week. No delays unless protesters cause something on the train or rail. Be ready to share with alot of security in uniform and undercover.

Frankie! Make sure they install the industrial size cow catchers with wood chipper attachments will ya??

It's bad enough they reduce the Garnder, and King, and Queensway, and almost every other North/South road around the core for construction but throw in the "Ride to save ....." EVERY BLOODY WEEKEND. For god sakes just take a few of them out with that big train set of yours !!!

Bones...

London
06-14-2010, 12:38 PM
with the media being housed at the cne, what is that going to do to parking seeing as there is already limited parking because of the stands for the race?


i think i am staying home

rocker
06-14-2010, 12:39 PM
i think i am staying home

lazy! ;)

TFC Via Buffalo
06-14-2010, 12:41 PM
I'm just glad the game is late so I can try to navigate around everything to make it. I don't trust the GO not being shut down for some dumb reason. ie Someone tying themselves to the tracks.

Joe Kool
06-14-2010, 12:59 PM
It would have been nice if TFC FO actually did some digging for some more info too for their fans instead of just putting out a message that the game is on. I am sure since they are a tenant on the Ex grounds they could get their hands on some more details on what issues we will see in and around the Direct Energy centre if any.

London
06-14-2010, 01:15 PM
lazy! ;)

and no beckham either.

im surely not going:D:D:D:D:D

TFC Via Buffalo
06-14-2010, 01:26 PM
and no beckham either.

im surely not going:D:D:D:D:D

Part time supporter. :D

boozilla
06-15-2010, 09:56 PM
Unless you are driving in, the weekend should be pretty chill downtown....
No Club District.
No 905 shoppers.
No Jays.
Lot's of downtown worrywarts stuck in cottage country traffic.

Bloor West FC
06-16-2010, 06:51 PM
Frankie! Make sure they install the industrial size cow catchers with wood chipper attachments will ya??

It's bad enough they reduce the Garnder, and King, and Queensway, and almost every other North/South road around the core for construction but throw in the "Ride to save ....." EVERY BLOODY WEEKEND. For god sakes just take a few of them out with that big train set of yours !!!

Bones...


LOL, I like the wood chipper idea, but seriously when we hit someone there aint nothing left. LOL. We plow through anything and everything, well except snow. :facepalm:

Canada72
06-16-2010, 07:44 PM
I think Paul B's argument of, our fans are use to events being held on the EX grounds, is very week, G20 is a lot larger than the EX grounds.

GO won’t even tell us if trains are running to Union or Exhibition.

http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/article/824383--pack-a-snack-for-the-summit-go-advises?bn=1 (http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/article/824383--pack-a-snack-for-the-summit-go-advises?bn=1)

How are other people from the east planning to get to this game?

I was thinking of taking the 16:47 from Whitby which should arrive at the EX at 17:49, if this works with no delays I’ll just go to Shoeless Joe’s or a restaurant in Ontario Place. I’m also okay with stopping at Union at 17:40 and then walking to Ontario Place or BMO via Queens Quay. Surely if the train is delayed it won’t be delayed over an hour and forty minutes?!?

Whoop
06-16-2010, 10:02 PM
It's going to be a disaster. Not in the literal sense.

billyfly
06-16-2010, 10:04 PM
We'll walk together!

Whoop
06-16-2010, 10:10 PM
I've thought about walking to the game that day... the walk back home might be a bitch though.

nfitz
06-17-2010, 01:31 AM
Surely if the train is delayed it won’t be delayed over an hour and forty minutes?!?Sure it could be; I've seen trains sitting for near an hour just because of a mechanical issue. If there is a terror alert, I'd think it could sit a long time, and then you'd be hoofing it.

In a new article in the Star, GO is saying that "it has now conceded that some service disruptions are inevitable", and "Give yourself extra time, there will be delays — it’s extremely likely".

Your likely safe with that amount of time ... but be prepared to ditch the GO at Danforth or Union, and take something else.

Personally, I normally get on at Danforth station; but I'll be taking the subway that day ... presumably the Bloor-Danforth will be the least impacted ... though I suppose if there is a repeat of what happened to the Tube during the G8 conference in UK in 2005, then I guess it would be down too - but then I'd expect the game to be cancelled. Driving from the East to the big parking lots at Warden station and then subway might be easiest.

cuecas_red
06-17-2010, 07:14 AM
A little bit more info on Traffic closures
http://www.g8-g20isu.ca/g20/traff-circ-eng.htm

k1llua
06-17-2010, 11:36 PM
FYI (from torontolife)


Cameras everywhere
The Toronto Police Service has already started putting up 77 new security cameras around downtown. The footage will be destroyed after the conclusion of the summit.



hah probably a double post, but whos going to make them?

T.O TILL I DIE
06-20-2010, 12:59 PM
im not going to this game:(
to much traffic and hassle

rocker
06-20-2010, 02:23 PM
i'll be at the game! it's a saturday .. what else would I be doing?

Brooker
06-20-2010, 02:43 PM
Go Trains will be running to Union during the G20 summit all week. No delays unless protesters cause something on the train or rail. Be ready to share with alot of security in uniform and undercover.

Not that I'm looking to be defiant or cause trouble but I have to answer their questions ?

Broadview
06-20-2010, 02:47 PM
Everyone keeps saying "bring snacks if you have to travel" that weekend. I wonder if there will be a little leeway allowed when it comes to what you're allowed to bring into the stadium?

Brooker
06-20-2010, 08:00 PM
Even if they did announce exceptions, security wouldn't get the memo. :P

My friend just asked me if it was smart walking around Toronto with a giant BMO on the front of my shirt. I never thought of that before... lol.

Might be a good game to dress casual for. :D

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-20-2010, 08:58 PM
I considering skipping this game and going to a CSL game on the Sunday instead. I go to with my young nephew to the games and if there's any kind of delay coming home at 10:00 pm or so, it'll just get too late.

Oldtimer
06-21-2010, 09:40 AM
Toronto FC and Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) announced Tuesday that its June 26th match against the Los Angeles Galaxy at BMO Field will be played as scheduled and not moved due to the upcoming G20 Summit - scheduled for June 26 & 27, 2010. Kickoff for the match will be 730pm.

Toronto FC and MLSE have been working closely with local organizers and security forces to ensure that delays and disruptions are minimized on June 26, however, with limited parking on the CNE grounds, the Direct Energy Centre’s designation as the G20 Summit Media Centre, and a number of expected road closures and delays, supporters are encouraged to utilize public transit on game day.

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2010/05/june-26-match-against-galaxy-remains

sulfur
06-21-2010, 11:02 AM
GlenM reported in another thread (http://www.redpatchboys.ca/forums/showthread.php?t=23293):


Heard that they're conducting a airport search if you go thru the GO Tunnel to BMO for Sat night's game.

I would reccomend Dufferin into BMO there and back.

Whoop
06-21-2010, 11:04 AM
Disaster...

TFC Via Buffalo
06-21-2010, 11:06 AM
Sigh, this is going to be a fun one.

Whoop
06-21-2010, 11:06 AM
I guarantee guys will get their balls cupped going into this match.

Carts
06-21-2010, 11:46 AM
I guarantee guys will get their balls cupped going into this match.

Well, the lineup at the gates with female guards will definitely be longer then...!

Carts... :D

shaggingscot
06-21-2010, 11:47 AM
Maybe if we all go to the match wearing Speedo's it would help speed things up?

bgnewf
06-21-2010, 11:47 AM
I live in the Bloor and Ossington area and I take the Ossington 94 bus from Ossington station to the games. It is never very crowded and it takes about 15-20 minutes to get from Ossington Subway to Liberty Street just north of the GO Train tunnel.

This is a great way to get to the ground avoiding most of the traffic snarls and the G-20 foolishness. You guys can get off behind Lamport Stadium and head over to Shoeless Joes in about 4-5 minutes I would guess.

Canada72
06-21-2010, 11:54 AM
"...that, coupled with the fact that our supporters are experienced in dealing with events on the Exhibition grounds throughout the summer, led us to this conclusion.

Supporters are encouraged to visit www.torontofc.ca (http://www.torontofc.ca/) regularly for updates regarding the Galaxy match at BMO Field on June 26.”

posted on TorontoFC.ca Thursday, May 13, 2010 - 12:46pm

This is a weak argument and where are our updates for this match??

I’m interested in seeing how other supporters from the east (Durham Region) are getting to this game. Please share your thoughts /plans.

Pinkie
06-21-2010, 12:07 PM
so it was announced on my GO train this morning that during the G20 weekend trains will be ending at Union station. that means eastbound trains will stop at union and then you will have to transfer to another westbound train to go to BMO. this sounds like a LOT of extra time will be required by you poor east enders...

London
06-21-2010, 12:09 PM
im not showing, not gonna deal with it

Carts
06-21-2010, 12:52 PM
Toronto FC should open the beer garden area at 1:30pm and sell half price beer...

Everything can be solved with half price beer...!!!

Carts... :D

Miko
06-21-2010, 01:14 PM
so it was announced on my GO train this morning that during the G20 weekend trains will be ending at Union station. that means eastbound trains will stop at union and then you will have to transfer to another westbound train to go to BMO. this sounds like a LOT of extra time will be required by you poor east enders...

They've running like this for most of the games this year - usually no hassle - just duck across the platform to the other train.

prizby
06-24-2010, 10:03 PM
i will try to prepare a final update tomorrow night, it is all time dependent though...I might have a busy time at work!

Red CB Toronto
06-24-2010, 10:09 PM
Solid as Barack

Auzzy
06-25-2010, 12:11 AM
I keep thinking that there's a good chance that most things will be very quiet & empty on Saturday, for travel to the LA game. Downtown is already so empty now, and it's still a weekday. It's good to be prepared, and a good chance that there will be specific disturbances & blockages on Saturday. However, I don't think protests will be anywhere near BMO field. And on the roads, even if some spots get blocked for VIP convoys or protests or whatever, I think there will be so little general traffic, it may be easy & fast to take an alternate route.

GO could be a total breeze (everyone is saying it's already very empty now), or a problem, specifically around Union Station & from the east end. Same for the TTC.

Also, many casuals will likely not show for the TFC game, so getting there & parking could be relatively easy for the die-hards.

Basically, I think it's good to stay informed, listen for any news right up to Saturday, read this thread, and be ready to be flexible. But don't get too worried, or skip the game "just in case."

One specific question: can we confirm that there will be special security for the tunnel under the Ex station? I haven't read anything about that on the TFC or GO websites, and it's also not mentioned by the OP. Since that tunnel is used to access the GO trains, I would think that their website would mention potential restrictions.

Jay P
06-25-2010, 06:55 AM
there is transit security at the east bound platform at the ex, don't worry about them. The road is blocked off by the ticket office w/ police on duty, only G20 access past that point, however since the indy barriers are up, the whole area that is restricted is closed off by the barriers. basically stick to the western portion of the ex grounds and you will be okay.

ps do not plan on parking at the ex/ont place there is little to none.

cincy
06-25-2010, 07:17 AM
Parking available behind Medievil times ?

dag
06-25-2010, 09:36 AM
I'm sorry, but I need to ask for some help.

Usually, from my condo in North York, I take the subway to Union, and then a streetcar to the Ex. Will there in fact be streetcars opreating on Saturday night? Also, this particular Saturday, I'll be firt attending a family thing in the west end of TO. Would it still be best to simply take te subway east to the University/Spadina line, and then south to Union, or would you advocate a different route? Many thanks.

David

canadian_bhoy
06-25-2010, 09:38 AM
I'm sorry, but I need to ask for some help.

Usually, from my condo in North York, I take the subway to Union, and then a streetcar to the Ex. Will there in fact be streetcars opreating on Saturday night? Also, this particular Saturday, I'll be firt attending a family thing in the west end of TO. Would it still be best to simply take te subway east to the University/Spadina line, and then south to Union, or would you advocate a different route? Many thanks.

David

Best bet is to take the subway to Bathurst and take the Bathurst streetcar down to BMO (it goes right to the stadium).

Another option would be the Ossington bus (goes to liberty village) or the Dufferin Bus (goes right to Ex grounds)

sulfur
06-25-2010, 10:00 AM
The Dufferin bus (29) is stopping at the Dufferin Gates (there is no 29D until Tuesday according to the TTC website).

jaxul
06-25-2010, 10:04 AM
Best bet is to take the subway to Bathurst and take the Bathurst streetcar down to BMO (it goes right to the stadium).

Another option would be the Ossington bus (goes to liberty village) or the Dufferin Bus (goes right to Ex grounds)

Any idea how long the streetcar ride from Bathurst Station to the stadium would be?

sulfur
06-25-2010, 12:01 PM
Depending on traffic, anywhere from 15-25 mins. The longest I was on that gameday was about 35 mins, but there was an accident just north of the railway lines slowing things down.

Commie Red
06-25-2010, 12:50 PM
I keep thinking that there's a good chance that most things will be very quiet & empty on Saturday, for travel to the LA game. Downtown is already so empty now, and it's still a weekday. It's good to be prepared, and a good chance that there will be specific disturbances & blockages on Saturday. However, I don't think protests will be anywhere near BMO field. And on the roads, even if some spots get blocked for VIP convoys or protests or whatever, I think there will be so little general traffic, it may be easy & fast to take an alternate route.


I agree -- getting to and from the game is going to be easier not harder than usual. The downtown is deserted. I had to drive into the core last night during rush hour and you would think it was early Sunday morning. I even got free parking! If it weren't for the gangs of kibitzing cops on every corner you would have thought it was a scene from "28 Days". Toronto is a ghost town.

nascarguy
06-25-2010, 02:47 PM
i do not think there will be any VIP convoys around the ex and all the protests will stay around the downtown area

Darlofletch
06-25-2010, 03:55 PM
I agree -- getting to and from the game is going to be easier not harder than usual. The downtown is deserted. I had to drive into the core last night during rush hour and you would think it was early Sunday morning. I even got free parking! If it weren't for the gangs of kibitzing cops on every corner you would have thought it was a scene from "28 Days". Toronto is a ghost town.

yep, gardiner and 427 were dead yesterday and no traffic in west end downtown today at all. quite nice really.

nfitz
06-25-2010, 05:08 PM
i do not think there will be any VIP convoys around the ex and all the protests will stay around the downtown areaBecause there's nothing of interest near the Ex ... like the G20 media centre ...

Protestors have already had one press conference at the eastern gates to the Ex. I'd suggest entering from the west tomorrow night.

prizby
06-25-2010, 05:49 PM
i do not think there will be any VIP convoys around the ex and all the protests will stay around the downtown area

There is a very, very high chance of VIP convoys. Rooney brought up a good point on the U-Sector saying he thought he heard or something about "airport" security under the Exhibition tracks (the path from Liberity Village to BMO Field).

I looked into it and talked to one of the main organizers today in the office and showed him where it was suggested to take place. Unfortunately I couldn't get a clear answer about whether Rooney's rumour might be true, but he looked at the map and if anyone has seen a newspaper the Gardiner Expressway is being used as a route for travelling between airport and the downtown and he really felt that there should be a security precesence along that route (so both the Dufferin crossing and under the GO Tracks) to prevent anyone from trying to cause "damage"

I was not able to confirm what type if any security would be posted, I suspect that going with what JayP said and it probably would be better if you were entering from the west side EX Grounds.

I will have some more stuff to post later on tonight.

Thanks

TFC Cityboy
06-25-2010, 06:15 PM
thanks for the update Prizby. I drive in from Mississauga and am tempted to drive to High Park and hop on the King/Queen car and walk down Dufferin rather than deal with the GO train ...

I guess the convoys of leaders will be hitting TO late afternoon tho as the Deerhurst shindig wraps up early afternoon.
Might get there super early and use the free admission to Ontario Place...

Bloor West FC
06-25-2010, 07:41 PM
No changes on the Go Train unless there is a security breech somewhere along the route. If your coming from the west there will be security at every station and on all trains. I will advise anybody to leave a couple hours earlier than normal.

H Bomb
06-25-2010, 07:47 PM
Whoop whoop. Thats the sound of the police...

prizby
06-25-2010, 08:17 PM
so I called "311" which basically has all the information about G20 and learned this:

- It is recommended that you carry 2 pieces of ID
- There will be a larger than normal police prescense
- The police will be all around the Exhibition Grounds but concentrated around the Direct Energy Centre
- There was no info about any airport security set-up
- No access via Strachan Ave.

prizby
06-26-2010, 07:15 AM
I drove down to work today, parked in liberty village, and walked to the harbourfront streetcar under the GO tracks. There was no airport security, there was no sign of anything being installed, the only thing that was there on the BMO Field side of the tracks were a couple of transit cops or w.e u call them

Bloor West FC
06-26-2010, 07:24 AM
I drove down to work today, parked in liberty village, and walked to the harbourfront streetcar under the GO tracks. There was no airport security, there was no sign of anything being installed, the only thing that was there on the BMO Field side of the tracks were a couple of transit cops or w.e u call them


There will not be any airport security scanners etc at the Go Station. Today there will be security only and maybe police around the station just looking for suspicious activity.

DOMIN8R
06-26-2010, 07:29 AM
Just walked through and around the area. The bigest problems, in my opinion will be:

all the barricades and fences that will cause intermittent pedestrian funnel congestion points; and
the fact that you can't travel through Exhibiton grounds from the East because of the security lock down at the conference centre.

DaBandit
06-26-2010, 09:57 AM
i'm taking the train from the west today and thinking about catching the 5:22 train in oakville. Think 2 hrs to get to game is enough? i would grab the 4:22 train but i wanna watch the us-ghana game.

any thoughts would be appreciated.

cheers

rocker
06-26-2010, 10:05 AM
i'm taking the train from the west today and thinking about catching the 5:22 train in oakville. Think 2 hrs to get to game is enough? i would grab the 4:22 train but i wanna watch the us-ghana game.

any thoughts would be appreciated.

cheers

2 hours is more than enough. i think any probs with GO might be in coming from the east, not the west. But anyways, if there were any delays and the train had to wait a bit, I can't see it waiting more than 30 minutes anywhere on the line.

The Oakville train is 5:28 (5:22 from Bronte). I'll be on the 5:36 from Clarkson. On any game day, I always take the train that gets me there an hour or more before the game... I like to walk around and soak in the atmosphere.

DaBandit
06-26-2010, 10:10 AM
2 hours is more than enough. i think any probs with GO might be in coming from the east, not the west. But anyways, if there were any delays and the train had to wait a bit, I can't see it waiting more than 30 minutes anywhere on the line.

The Oakville train is 5:28 (5:22 from Bronte). I'll be on the 5:36 from Clarkson. On any game day, I always take the train that gets me there an hour or more before the game... I like to walk around and soak in the atmosphere.


ya sorry it's bronte i'm catching, ur right.. thanks for the insight rocker, your a good man, much appreciated.

Carts
06-26-2010, 10:21 AM
Does out RPB Card count as a piece of ID...??? :D

Carts...

Hooligan69
06-26-2010, 10:31 AM
Does out RPB Card count as a piece of ID...??? :D

Carts...

For you? It's a one-way ticket to jail. Do not pass Go, do not collect $500.

Carts
06-26-2010, 10:43 AM
For you? It's a one-way ticket to jail. Do not pass Go, do not collect $500.

:willy_nilly:

nascarguy
06-26-2010, 11:12 AM
i'm taking the train from the west today and thinking about catching the 5:22 train in oakville. Think 2 hrs to get to game is enough? i would grab the 4:22 train but i wanna watch the us-ghana game.

any thoughts would be appreciated.

cheers
I'm going to get the 12:40 from stoney creek and hope i get in before the start of the usa game

Chevy
06-26-2010, 01:18 PM
Just walked through and around the area. The bigest problems, in my opinion will be:

all the barricades and fences that will cause intermittent pedestrian funnel congestion points; and
the fact that you can't travel through Exhibiton grounds from the East because of the security lock down at the conference centre.


Can you cross Lakeshore via the pedestrian bridges at Ontario Place?

H Bomb
06-26-2010, 01:23 PM
Whoop whoop, thats the sound of the police...extinguishing the eternal flame...i guess all hope is lost. Good luck to all east enders coming in today.

Hooligan69
06-26-2010, 01:26 PM
No subway service into the downtown core right now.

Bloor West FC
06-26-2010, 01:38 PM
Go Train service is now stopped! Can only get to Mimico station from the west side and Danforth from the east.

This sucks. Only the few will make the game today! Possibly making the west side trains stop at Exhibition, which would be good.

nfitz
06-26-2010, 01:43 PM
GO is now saying trains aren't running to Exhibition:

http://www.gotransit.com/publicroot/en/updates/status.aspx

sulfur
06-26-2010, 01:51 PM
No TTC service south of Bloor between Broadview and Spadina. At all.

Brooker
06-26-2010, 02:07 PM
Go Train service is now stopped! Can only get to Mimico station from the west side and Danforth from the east.

This sucks. Only the few will make the game today! Possibly making the west side trains stop at Exhibition, which would be good.

This is a temporary measure
and we will notify of any changes

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:09 PM
TFC should have had this match moved... but oh, no....

canadian_bhoy
06-26-2010, 02:10 PM
Still some hours to go before the match. I think it will be a lot easier to get there than people seem to think (maybe not via GO).

I don't think there are many threats for people, but the only thing I would note is that you may not want to be wearing a shirt with a big bank sponsor on it. I highly doubt that any civilians are in any danger (except from authorities), but may be a safe move to think about it.


TFC should have had this match moved... but oh, no....

Why? Our lives shouldn't be dictated by 20 suits having a meeting.

Raging Reggie
06-26-2010, 02:14 PM
Why? Our lives shouldn't be dictated by 20 suits having a meeting.


We should protest....... ;)

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:15 PM
But our lives are being dictated by tens of thousands of people making it difficult for many who live outside of Toronto to get to the match.

For me, it's not a big deal. I live in Toronto. I can get down there. But a lot of the supporters/fans of TFC don't live in Toronto.

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:16 PM
TFC FO will realize it when they see the smallish crowd on SATURDAY NIGHT match which usually have some of the best crowds/atmospheres.

werewolf
06-26-2010, 02:17 PM
Why? Our lives shouldn't be dictated by 20 suits having a meeting.

http://pantv.ca/blogs/esporto/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/Real-Madrid_BMO070.jpg

Brooker
06-26-2010, 02:18 PM
anybody know what the highway is like coming in from the east?

H Bomb
06-26-2010, 02:19 PM
If they didnt delay shit there would be a bigger uproar about the billion dollars spent. Now they can point at all the crap they did. Le sigh.

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:25 PM
How far is Queen Street to King Street? LOL

http://thestar.blogs.com/g20/

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:26 PM
LOL @ live blog on the G20

As it was pointed out to me the only number outnumbering the protesters and police is the number of bloggers following this.

flatpicker
06-26-2010, 02:31 PM
Wait a sec... TTC says no service between St.George and Bloor Stns.
What does that mean?
Can I get from Pape stn to Dufferin stn and bus down?

canadian_bhoy
06-26-2010, 02:31 PM
TFC FO will realize it when they see the smallish crowd on SATURDAY NIGHT match which usually have some of the best crowds/atmospheres.

They don't care - tix are already paid for ;)

menefreghista
06-26-2010, 02:33 PM
They don't care - tix are already paid for ;)

Sure they will care, MLSE doesn't seem like the type of organization that likes pissing away hundreds of thousands of money in concession sales.

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:39 PM
They don't care - tix are already paid for ;)

Ah... touche.

Good one Mike.

uncle p
06-26-2010, 02:40 PM
anyone know if the 29 Dufferin bus is running all the way down to king?

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:43 PM
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/world/g8-g20/news/police-shut-down-ttc-around-city-core/article1619716/

ACSertL
06-26-2010, 02:46 PM
I'm under the assumption that parking is going to be a nightmare...

Whoop
06-26-2010, 02:51 PM
More than likely. I think I'm going to park at Dufferin Mall.

flatpicker
06-26-2010, 02:55 PM
So, the subway is still running all along the Bloor line?

Petor
06-26-2010, 02:58 PM
Well, all hell is breaking loose downtown, they are burning cars now.
I'm still going to try and make it down.
If the game is not cancelled those that show up deserve a scarf to mark the event.
TFC > G20 riots! :)

ACSertL
06-26-2010, 03:01 PM
More than likely. I think I'm going to park at Dufferin Mall.

Perkele!

I think I am staying home...now to break the news to my brother in law :lol:

The Professor
06-26-2010, 03:03 PM
Wait a sec... TTC says no service between St.George and Bloor Stns.
What does that mean?
Can I get from Pape stn to Dufferin stn and bus down?

It means the loop south on University from St. George Stn. looping up to Bloor Stn on Yonge is closed.

east-west is Yonge Stn.
north-south is Bloor Stn.

Brooker
06-26-2010, 03:04 PM
Perkele!

I think I am staying home...now to break the news to my brother in law :lol:

start the conversation off by handing him a beer.... that'll help.

Red CB Toronto
06-26-2010, 03:05 PM
I am in my brothers third floor condo right on the corner of John and Wellington, looking down at the fence, it is a complete mess down here. The subway has been shut on both sides of the Yonge University line, There is no way really to head west from the downtown core right now than on foot.

Wooster_TFC
06-26-2010, 03:12 PM
Anyone know what the contact for TFC tickets is?

My wife bought us a couple tickets for the game tonight weeks ago, and it would basically be impossible to come in from Waterloo today with the GO and TTC shut down, and the likelihood of the 401/427/Gardiner being closed means we'll either miss the game, or get stuck on the way back out.

GingerNinja
06-26-2010, 03:13 PM
How can I get to the game from Oakville???
How do I get to BMO from the Mimico GO Station?

TeeeGO
06-26-2010, 03:14 PM
all Train Service Has Been Suspended Until Further Notice

TFC Cityboy
06-26-2010, 03:15 PM
cp 24 now reporting GO terminating at Exhibition not Mimico. GO site still says Mimico tho

deltox
06-26-2010, 03:15 PM
go trains?

Wooster_TFC
06-26-2010, 03:17 PM
TTC now reporting no service disruptions?

Wooster_TFC
06-26-2010, 03:17 PM
GO TRAIN STATUS:

LAKESHORE EAST & WEST LINES:

All train service has been temporarily suspended at the request of local
police. All trains currently in service will terminate at their respective
destinations. We are working closely with law enforcement to ensure
the safe movement of our passengers. Union Station has also been
closed at the request of local police. An update will be provided when
when service resumes.

TeeeGO
06-26-2010, 03:18 PM
GO is not running trains right now temp. suspended

flatpicker
06-26-2010, 03:18 PM
What a mess.
Why oh why did they not reschedule this game?

deltox
06-26-2010, 03:19 PM
i was going to leave my house to head to the game now.

if this doesnt change in 10 mins...im not going to the game

Chevy
06-26-2010, 03:21 PM
Any road closures that anybody knows about?

DavydMT
06-26-2010, 03:23 PM
will be taking Bathurst all the way, damn extra time

k1llua
06-26-2010, 03:24 PM
those douches better stay away from our new grass pitch.....

Brooker
06-26-2010, 03:24 PM
cancel the game you fools. reschedule.

rocker
06-26-2010, 03:24 PM
i was gonna catch the 5:36 from Clarkson.. I'm gonna keep an eye on the GO site.. hopefully the trains begin again by then. But I can also catch the 6:36 and be at the Ex by 7... but if that train is not running, I'm fucked.

Petor
06-26-2010, 03:25 PM
Anyone who is someone or knows someone at TFC could we get a heads up about the game.
I'm leaving shortly, I would hate to fight through all that crap only to arrive to find out that they game is cancelled.
If they are thinking about it they should let us know asap please.

k1llua
06-26-2010, 03:26 PM
theres gonna be 3 people at this game if they dont change it... that shit is gonna spill all over downtown maybe into the ex grounds...

stretchthetruth
06-26-2010, 03:27 PM
those douches better stay away from our new grass pitch.....


cancel the game you fools. reschedule.


these.

k1llua
06-26-2010, 03:29 PM
i wonder how many cops down there have hard ons in their pants...

H Bomb
06-26-2010, 03:29 PM
Must be too late at this point to cancel...unless there is a real threat to bmo itself.

billyfly
06-26-2010, 03:29 PM
I'm walking

Whoop
06-26-2010, 03:29 PM
Some people have been saying this for months........

TeeeGO
06-26-2010, 03:30 PM
also if the trains start running the washrooms will be all locked out.. just sayin so go to the washroom before you get on the train IF you get on the train.


anyone know if the dufferin bus will be running to the ex?

billyfly
06-26-2010, 03:32 PM
Leafs win the CUP!

http://images.ctv.ca/archives/CTVNews/img2/20100626/416_CP24_copcar_protesters_100626_1.jpg

GingerNinja
06-26-2010, 03:32 PM
With Landycakes and Buddle in South Africa right now, its better for the team to play this game tonight.

Whoop
06-26-2010, 03:33 PM
Essentially what will happen when they do. @ billy

Petor
06-26-2010, 03:34 PM
Well, I'm off!
Good luck to all trying to make it down.
I wouldn't mind a free beer voucher once I make it inside BMO! <nudge nudge wink wink> :scarf:

Brooker
06-26-2010, 03:38 PM
Well, I'm off!
Good luck to all trying to make it down.
I wouldn't mind a free beer voucher once I make it inside BMO! <nudge nudge wink wink> :scarf:

good luck!

deltox
06-26-2010, 03:39 PM
thats it. we are not going.


this is a fucking disgrace. i miss this game cause of this shit

nfitz
06-26-2010, 03:40 PM
I told you all months ago not to rely on GO. Drive to a TTC parking lot and take the subway to Dufferin or Ossington. Heck, or maybe even Bathurst ...

... hmm, forget Bathurst ... I can't get any data for the 511 (http://www.nextbus.com/predictor/prediction.shtml?a=ttc&r=511&d=511_southbound&s=bathbloo_s&ts=bathulst_s) ... bad sign.

deltox
06-26-2010, 03:41 PM
is ttc still open?

Wooster_TFC
06-26-2010, 03:43 PM
I told you all months ago not to rely on GO. Drive to a TTC parking lot and take the subway to Dufferin or Ossington. Heck, or maybe even Bathurst ...

... hmm, forget Bathurst ... I can't get any data for the 511 (http://www.nextbus.com/predictor/prediction.shtml?a=ttc&r=511&d=511_southbound&s=bathbloo_s&ts=bathulst_s) ... bad sign.

Not really an option when you are coming from west of Mississauga and they could shut down the 401/427/gardiner at any point in time for fun.

Chevy
06-26-2010, 03:44 PM
theres gonna be 3 people at this game if they dont change it... that shit is gonna spill all over downtown maybe into the ex grounds...


Bah! There is about 50-100 punks running around causing trouble. The rest look like tourists and media.

Nothing the south end can't handle. Easily.

Wolfe
06-26-2010, 03:44 PM
We aren't going now too because of this shit. Gas to stupid fucks who think they can do whatever they want. Why wait for all these cars to be burnt and windows smashed. They are saying its about 50 people, surround them, gas them, beat them with batons and then throw to bitches in jail. This is bullshit

ag futbol
06-26-2010, 03:44 PM
How dare these people smash one of toronto's finest establishments:
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/90/238729538_1faa30c812.jpg

Yeah all i have to do is go from yonge-king to BMO field and short of walking along the lake i don't think there is any way i can get there.

Wooster_TFC
06-26-2010, 03:46 PM
TTC update:

http://www3.ttc.ca/images/fixedImages/ttc-alert-icon-img.gifService Alert: System Notification

UPDATE: Yonge-Univ subway line closed from Bloor to St. George Stns. No streetcar or bus service in downtown core.
Last updated 4:18 PM

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-26-2010, 03:46 PM
First home game I'm going to miss, oh well. Might be fun to watch the game on TV.

rocker
06-26-2010, 03:48 PM
if fans can't make it, how about BMO Field employees? a lot of concession vendors take the Go Train.

Brooker
06-26-2010, 03:48 PM
if fans can't make it, how about BMO Field employees? a lot of concession vendors take the Go Train.

jesus i never thought of that.

Whoop
06-26-2010, 03:48 PM
TFC FO has it under control.

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-26-2010, 03:49 PM
^ I was wondering that too. The TFC FO should have seen this coming.

rocker
06-26-2010, 03:49 PM
jesus i never thought of that.

security people too... doubt they show up 5 hours before the game or whatever... the way things are with transit, I have a feeling many employees are not gonna make it in.

Whoop
06-26-2010, 03:50 PM
Don't think so. People have been clamouring for them to reschedule the match but no.

Real Madrid > G20

H Bomb
06-26-2010, 03:51 PM
If you live in the city, start walking now folks. See you at the game.

Whoop
06-26-2010, 03:52 PM
I still don't understand why the FO can move a game for a Real Madrid friendly but for a game that is going to inconvenience a lot of people they can't move this match....

Hell, I live in Toronto and it looks like I won't be able to drive to this match and TTC? HAHAHA

I think I'll be walking to this match.

LOL... posted this at the end of May.

Chevy
06-26-2010, 03:52 PM
C'mon lads, man up!

The last picture I saw from CP24 had some lady carrying a peace sign and balloons.

BALLOONS!

geordie77
06-26-2010, 03:56 PM
just got back from Whitby Go Train station-NO GO TRAIN SERVICE-why was this game not re-scheduled months ago???????????????????

Brooker
06-26-2010, 03:58 PM
just got back from Whitby Go Train station-NO GO TRAIN SERVICE-why was this game not re-scheduled months ago???????????????????

because that would be too logical?

the-lower-eastsider
06-26-2010, 04:00 PM
i'm gonna try to go accross the bloor-danforth subway from main stn in the east to dufferin and then take the 29 dufferin down as far as i can. if that fails i'll try a cab as far as i can. fuck this i wanna get to this match.

the-lower-eastsider
06-26-2010, 04:01 PM
i could ride my bike i guess, but i wouldnt be able to ride it home. lol.

nfitz
06-26-2010, 04:08 PM
Not really an option when you are coming from west of Mississauga and they could shut down the 401/427/gardiner at any point in time for fun.No plans to close 401. Just take 401 to Kipling, and head to TTC. Or come from Mississauga on Dundas or Bloor. Traffic isn't that heavy.

geordie77
06-26-2010, 04:09 PM
how the heck do you get to the game from the East(Whitby)?

nfitz
06-26-2010, 04:09 PM
i'm gonna try to go accross the bloor-danforth subway from main stn in the east to dufferin and then take the 29 dufferin down as far as i can. if that fails i'll try a cab as far as i can. fuck this i wanna get to this match.Me too ... well, Woodbine. Perhaps we can split fare! :)

Yeoman
06-26-2010, 04:10 PM
TFC FO has it under control.

MLSE spent money on helos and rapelling training so they can just rapell into BMO. ensures that the stands will still be stocked full of expensive food and beer.
MTCC is on lockdown now.
have fun boys

deltox
06-26-2010, 04:10 PM
and im in stouffville....i was planning to get to the game an 1 hr and 30 mins before game.
i cant even do that

sidvan
06-26-2010, 04:11 PM
you can't. talked to my account rep - said that they are aware that the go trains are down, and ttc service disrupted, and that it's virtally impossible to get to bmo from the east. they can't answer any questions at this time regarding whether refunds will be issued. the game is still on regardless. was advised to "keep checking go train website for updates on service"

Yeoman
06-26-2010, 04:13 PM
you can't. talked to my account rep - said that they are aware that the go trains are down, and ttc service disrupted, and that it's virtally impossible to get to bmo from the east. they can't answer any questions at this time regarding whether refunds will be issued. the game is still on regardless. was advised to "keep checking go train website for updates on service"

ha! knew it!
we'll never get our money back from TFC. lol
this was called months ago, but nothing was done to reschedule it.

TFC Cityboy
06-26-2010, 04:14 PM
just got back from Whitby Go Train station-NO GO TRAIN SERVICE-why was this game not re-scheduled months ago???????????????????
If coming from the west, Qew wide open took 20mins from Mississauga to an empty Lamport pkg lot. Queensway to King also empty.

rocker
06-26-2010, 04:16 PM
why do police cancel the Go trains anyways? There's nothing happening in Clarkson or Mimico or the Ex.

Total overreaction. I can understand stopping trains coming past Ex into Union, but why inconvenience people in Burlington who want to go to Port Credit or whatever?

DOMIN8R
06-26-2010, 04:17 PM
Can you cross Lakeshore via the pedestrian bridges at Ontario Place?

I didn't check the pedestrian bridge.

flatpicker
06-26-2010, 04:18 PM
Well... here I go...

Dominator! Is that Chance Gardener in your avatar?
I'm a fan of Being There.

jaxul
06-26-2010, 04:20 PM
@ bayview and eglington now will try to go all the way to dufferin and drive down that way...

DOMIN8R
06-26-2010, 04:22 PM
why do police cancel the Go trains anyways? There's nothing happening in Clarkson or Mimico or the Ex.

Total overreaction. I can understand stopping trains coming past Ex into Union, but why inconvenience people in Burlington who want to go to Port Credit or whatever?

The theory is that once media outlets report large demonstrations and protests it might incent other likeminded folks to join them. The protests are ~40K strong or so. It's a Saturday night. If I were a couple of decades younger, I might be tempted to head over to check it out.

Cutting off transportation routes is an effective way to keep protest/demonstration number down.

DOMIN8R
06-26-2010, 04:23 PM
Well... here I go...

Dominator! Is that Chance Gardener in your avatar?
I'm a fan of Being There.

Yes. "I like to watch"

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-26-2010, 04:23 PM
Not expecting a refund, something would be nice though. Some recognition that they scheduled a game when most people would not be able to attend.

leafsman
06-26-2010, 04:25 PM
whos fault is this im thinking the league?

deltox
06-26-2010, 04:26 PM
im gonna blame LANDON DONOVAN

Brooker
06-26-2010, 04:28 PM
time to go. this should be fun.

good luck everyone.

geordie77
06-26-2010, 04:30 PM
why was the game not moved up to Friday night??
but what about the Scorpions show at Ontario Place tomorrow night?

rocker
06-26-2010, 04:32 PM
why was the game not moved up to Friday night??
but what about the Scorpions show at Ontario Place tomorrow night?

the scorpions are gonna rock you like a hurricane

Workie
06-26-2010, 04:34 PM
heard on news Game on as Scheduled...

sulfur
06-26-2010, 04:35 PM
As noted in the TTC thread, Bathurst streetcar is halted, Dufferin bus is running (to Dufferin Gate). Only a couple of streetcars are running:

501 Roncy to Long Branch
512 St Clair
506 Main Stn to Parliament

geordie77
06-26-2010, 04:41 PM
why was the game not re-scheduled for Friday night?

Nodoubtguy
06-26-2010, 04:43 PM
Burn Everything!!!!

billyfly
06-26-2010, 04:44 PM
See all of you braves at the game!

Nodoubtguy
06-26-2010, 04:47 PM
I'm coming.....Already a great day, why would I let some fucking idiots ruin it???

Darlofletch
06-26-2010, 04:53 PM
me and the mrs about to head down now, not that we live far away so it's not really any kind of heroic struggle. good luck to everyone who tries to get there.

Porterfield
06-26-2010, 05:30 PM
Just went from 404 down to DVP, across Gardiner to Spadina exit, lakeshore to BMO. Whole trip took 20 min, about 15 min faster than a normal drive down

smeghead
06-26-2010, 05:47 PM
i think ill be using my scarf after the game.

Stimpy
06-26-2010, 06:00 PM
This is absolute bullshit. MLSE are a bunch of money hungrey bastards. The Blue Jays got it right....
The media release from TFC was
"with limited parking on the CNE grounds, the Direct Energy Centre’s designation as the G20 Summit Media Centre, and a number of expected road closures and delays, supporters are encouraged to utilize public transit on game day."

THERE BETTER BE A FUCKING REFUND !!!!

rocker
06-26-2010, 06:08 PM
fuck... with no car... and now no GO Train, I have to stay at home. I never assumed they'd shut down the whole GO system! I knew union would be trouble.. but I come from the west and figured they'd just stop at the Ex. argghghgh,, I was so looking forward to this game!!

The concert at the ACC was cancelled an hour ago.....

leafsman
06-26-2010, 06:08 PM
i hope someone in the media will write something about this bs to pressure them into doing so

sulfur
06-26-2010, 06:13 PM
PB just said on his twitter feed at about 7pm:


Working on a statement. If you can't make the game due to disruption, we'll reach out to you next week with an offer of another game.

Stimpy
06-26-2010, 06:19 PM
well if the season RPB ticket holder sold me the entire season tickets...then what?

rocker
06-26-2010, 06:21 PM
I hope it's just a credit... I already have every game (season ticks plus the CONCACAF package). I don't need extra seats to another game.

TOfan
06-26-2010, 06:23 PM
what moron could not see something like this occurring? This is garbage.

Stimpy
06-26-2010, 06:26 PM
I agree... I already have 4 tickets in the bunker for CONCACAF...I don't need more tickets as I already have everygame with the season package. My concern is that these were purchased of a season ticket holder....

RedMAN127
06-26-2010, 08:18 PM
what moron let them cancel the go service? all the trouble makers were down there, now none of them can leave ...

sidvan
06-26-2010, 08:41 PM
06/26/10
Due to disruptions caused by the G20 in Toronto, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) and Toronto FC will be offering ticket holders who were unable to attend the June 26 match vs. Los Angeles Galaxy at BMO Field an opportunity to attend another Toronto FC match this season (game subject to availability).

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2010/06/toronto-fc-g20-notice

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-26-2010, 09:08 PM
^ ? That's weird. As a season ticket holder how does that help? I'd take a free ticket to the CSL all-star game, which I've read is to be played a BMO.

Whoop
06-27-2010, 12:51 AM
Surprised at the crowd.

I was wrong. It wasn't as much of a disaster I thought. But I'm lucky I live in Toronto.

Kevvv
06-27-2010, 01:01 AM
This is absolute bullshit. MLSE are a bunch of money hungrey bastards. The Blue Jays got it right....
The media release from TFC was
"with limited parking on the CNE grounds, the Direct Energy Centre’s designation as the G20 Summit Media Centre, and a number of expected road closures and delays, supporters are encouraged to utilize public transit on game day."


The Blue Jays play next door to the summit inside the security fence. Bit of a diff.


Surprised at the crowd.

I was wrong. It wasn't as much of a disaster I thought. But I'm lucky I live in Toronto.

I had the best commute to BMO ever. I'm lucky I don't need the Go.