TTC ACAT committee recruiting new members

The TTC and its Advisory Committee on Accessible Transit (ACAT) are putting out a final call for new volunteer members for the 2024 committee. Applications have been open since May 2023 and will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Monday, August 14, 2023.

ACAT provides a mechanism for ongoing public participation in decisions affecting accessible transportation in Toronto. The Committee comprises volunteer members and reports to the TTC Board. Those interested are welcome to apply if they are passionate about transit and want to help guide the TTC through its transition to a more accessible system.

Anyone interested in joining the committee can visit ttc.ca/acat to apply. Applications can also be submitted by email to acat@ttc.ca or by fax to 416-338-0126. Applications can also be mailed to ACAT applications c/o Wheel-Trans Customer Service, 580 Commissioners St., Toronto, ON, M4M 1A7. Prospective members who require an accommodation with their application can email acat@ttc.ca for more information.

The TTC strives to have ACAT members reflect the communities it serves and encourages applications from diverse individuals including Indigenous, Black and other racialized applicants.

For more details about ACAT and the responsibilities of a volunteer member, please visit ttc.ca/acat.