On July 20, 2026, disability advocates voiced criticism of Metrolinx at Finch West Station in Toronto, saying the transit agency has failed to provide an elevator linking Line 1 and the new Line 6 Finch West LRT, and that the ramp installed is inadequate.
The station, which serves as the planned interchange between the existing subway Line 1 and the newly opened Line 6 LRT, currently offers only a ramp for passengers moving between the two levels. Advocates argue that the ramp does not meet accessibility standards and gives a false impression that the station is fully accessible.
Metrolinx, which operates the regional transit network, has not yet installed an elevator at the Finch West transfer point. The absence of the lift means wheelchair users and others who rely on elevators must find alternative routes or avoid the station altogether.
Disability groups highlighted that the ramp's slope and length fall short of requirements for safe and independent use. They described the situation as creating an “illusion of accessibility,” because the visual presence of a ramp suggests compliance while the practical barrier remains.
The lack of an elevator at the interchange contradicts the original design intent for Finch West Station to provide seamless connectivity between the subway and the LRT. The issue has drawn attention to broader concerns about accessibility planning in new transit projects across the city.
Advocates called on Metrolinx to prioritize the installation of a functional elevator and to reassess the ramp to ensure it meets the needs of all passengers. They emphasized that true accessibility requires more than visual cues.