Category Archives: Transportation

The day after Christmas here in Canada is Boxing Day. Stores open early and people line up for hours beforehand to get into the stores, since many of them offer special deals. I went with my daughter a little later … Continue reading →

photo credit: dougtone It started out as a simple ride home. Two short highways and I would arrive in less than an hour.  Then I got to the ramp for the second highway and found the road was closed and under … Continue reading →

My parents used to live in downtown Toronto. Their home was on a busy street, but I parked at a meter and deposited enough money for a long visit. Imagine my surprise when I left at suppertime and my car … Continue reading →

You’ve gone to visit a relative, or you’re at a party and are too tired to drive home. Your car is safely parked on the street in front of their house and there aren’t any ‘no parking’ signs that you … Continue reading →

In the Toronto area, it’s possible to purchase what’s called a Day Pass when using the buses and subways. These allow unlimited travel throughout the city for one day at one low price. Why would you want to use public … Continue reading →