Ion Light Rail

GPTKB entity

Properties (61)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf light rail system
gptkbp:accessibility low-floor vehicles
gptkbp:annualRidership growing annually
gptkbp:communityEngagement public consultations
gptkbp:communityEvents sponsored by transit authority
gptkbp:communityFeedback generally positive
gptkbp:communityImpact improved access to public transport
gptkbp:communityInvolvement volunteer programs
gptkbp:communityPartnerships collaborates with local organizations
gptkbp:communitySupport local advocacy groups
gptkbp:connects gptkb:Cambridge
gptkb:Waterloo
Kitchener
gptkbp:constructionStarted 2016
gptkbp:economicImpact stimulated local economy
gptkbp:emergencyServices regular drills conducted
designed for quick response
gptkbp:environmentalImpact reduced greenhouse gas emissions
gptkbp:environmentalInitiatives promotes public transport use
gptkbp:events community outreach programs
gptkbp:fareSystem distance-based fare
gptkbp:funding government grants
local taxes
private investments
gptkbp:futurePlans expansion to surrounding areas
planned to Cambridge
gptkbp:hasAuthorityOver gptkb:Region_of_Waterloo
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ion Light Rail
gptkbp:integration gptkb:GO_Transit
gptkbp:length 19 kilometers
gptkbp:localAttraction provides access to shopping areas
provides access to cultural sites
provides access to educational institutions
provides access to recreational facilities
gptkbp:maintenance located_in_Kitchener
gptkbp:mission available online
gptkbp:numberOfStations 19
gptkbp:opened 2020
gptkbp:operatedBy gptkb:Metrolinx
gptkbp:partnerships universities
local businesses
research institutions
gptkbp:passengerCapacity 200 passengers per vehicle
gptkbp:project $300 million
gptkbp:publicAccess integrated into stations
gptkbp:publicTransport part of regional transit system
gptkbp:safety for operators and staff
gptkbp:safetyFeatures CCTV surveillance
gptkbp:serves Kitchener-Waterloo area
gptkbp:services 10-15 minutes
5 AM to 1 AM
future phases planned
gptkbp:speed 20 km/h
gptkbp:sustainability electric-powered
gptkbp:technology considering autonomous vehicles
gptkbp:ticketingSystem mobile app
ticket vending machines
gptkbp:type light rail transit
gptkbp:updates available via website
available via social media
gptkbp:vehicleClass light rail vehicles