Highway Robbery
So, the folks at the 407 ETR are increasing the tolls on the highway again? As a resident of North Burlington (approximately 5 minutes from the on ramp), and a commuter to the 401 and Islington area i... continue reading »
"Why do only "Canadians" have to pay for this hwy.? No visitors have to!"
"This government doesn't care whether you get screwed or not. When the election is called this spring, GET RID OF THEM!!!"
"Of course we have Bob Rae and the NDP government to thank in the first place. This highway was supposed to be the 403 connection, but Mr. Rae stated that no exisiting highways would be toll highways. Hence the 407 came into being and this of course is a t"
"If my Queens Park insiders are right, Premier Ernie Eves will call an election in April, and well head to the polls by May. So is it any wonder Eves is busily building an election war chest? But in true Tory style, it appears taxpayers will get screwed ag"
"This is the first toll road that I have ever driven on in Canada - it's a disgrace. When the Burlington Skyway was built, we paid tolls only until the cost of the skyway was recovered. What are our car and driver licences paying for if not for building an"
"I have to wonder, If the damn government keeps privatizing everything then why the hell do we have politicians? I think we should all just Stop using the 407 and let the owners keep it. Let's see how they enjoy owning a road that brings them no money! We "
"I hope Don and Wayne can make this happen. I'm behind you 100%. I have signed both petitions."
"rip off , why????"
"If this is the city's solution to the traffic problem in Toronto, how can they allow prices to go up EVEN higher? (Especially considering the congestion on the 407 during peak times)!"
"WITH THE CURRENT POPULATION EXPANSION WE NEED MORE HIGWAYS! THE DVP IS ALWAYS MOVING AT A SNAIL'S PACE....WHAT'S GOING TO HAPPEN IN 5 OR 10 YEARS FROM NOW??"
"Agree!!!!!!!!!!"
"I agree with you 100%. I currently use the 407 morning and evening from Markham to Brampton. My current cost is approx $160. per month"
"So much for free bing effecient an cost effect, this is pure and simple a gouge."
"this explains why the QEW is a nightmare"
"Agree"
"toll roads are another form of taxation in Ontario"