The long-awaited moment has finally arrived! Weekend GO train service to Toronto is officially operational in Kitchener and Guelph, marking a significant milestone for regional transit advocates across the corridor.
Sunday morning, November 23rd, saw history made as the first-ever weekend GO train bound for Toronto pulled out of the Kitchener and Guelph GO stations. The atmosphere was electric, with hundreds turning out across both the Kitchener and Guelph platforms to be part of the inaugural journey.
A major highlight of the day was the powerful display of regional advocacy, as members of TAAG (Transit Action Alliance of Guelph) linked up with their counterparts from TriTAG (Tri-Cities Transport Action Group) on board the train. This joint presence underscored the effort of everyone that led to the service's launch.
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For many, this first trip symbolized the successful end of a lengthy and dedicated wait for better weekend transit options connecting the Waterloo Region and Guelph to the Greater Toronto Area. The sheer volume of riders demonstrated the overwhelming demand and the immediate impact this service will have on commuters, families, and leisure travelers alike.
Key Highlights of the Day:
- Historic Departure: The first train officially left Kitchener, signaling a new era of connectivity.
- Advocates Unite: TAAG and TriTAG members linked up on the train, celebrating their shared advocacy success.
- Massive Turnout: Hundreds of enthusiastic riders boarded the train between Kitchener, Guelph, Acton and Georgetown reaching between 400-500 people.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Wow, big crowd out here in Guelph for the first weekend train. Lots of happy commuters and families going to Toronto for the day. <br><br>Thanks to everyone who pushed to convince Metrolinx that there is demand for weekend service. <a href="https://t.co/y77WtWVYeL">pic.twitter.com/y77WtWVYeL</a></p>— Mike Schreiner (@MikeSchreiner) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeSchreiner/status/1992595471685275742?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 23, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
The arrival of weekend GO service is a definitive victory, demonstrating what collective action can achieve when we speak with one voice. But the journey toward truly frequent, accessible, and affordable transit for Guelph is far from over! We need to maintain this momentum to advocate for more daily trains, better local connections, and fair fares. If you believe in building a superior transit network—one that works for everyone—join the Transit Action Alliance of Guelph (TAAG) today! Your membership and support are essential to transforming celebration into sustained progress.
Media Coverage:
CBCKW - 'A long time coming': Kitchener welcomes 1st weekend GO train to Toronto (Read/Listen)
