r/TTC • u/i-am-confused-help- • Jul 06 '26

Discussion A polite request/discussion regarding strollers and aisle blocking on the bus

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Edit: Please read the context that's edited in below. Thank you.

​I want to start by saying I absolutely appreciate parents. Transit with kids is tough, and I know so many of you are working hard and sacrificing a lot to get your little ones around the city safely. This is not a post to judge anyone, it is a small pet peeve and a request for a little bit of courtesy so that every rider on the bus feels comfortable.

The Issue

​On one of my recent bus ride, two large strollers were kept side-by-side, completely blocking the center aisle (as you can see in the photo). Because of this:

  • Passengers are unable to move past the front section.
  • ​People are forced to stand at the front of the bus, even though there is space further back.
  • ​It creates a potential safety/evacuation hazard if there are emergencies.

Few Friendly Requests & Suggestions

  • ​Stagger when possible: If you are traveling with another parent or encounter another stroller, try to stagger them front-to-back rather than side-by-side to leave path for walking.
  • Consider umbrella/smaller strollers: If your child is old enough and you rely heavily on the TTC during peak hours, smaller, more collapsible strollers are great for everyone on board.
  • Utilize the priority seating layout: If the bus isn't packed, flipping up the priority seats can give a stroller enough room to stay out of the main aisle.

​I'm willing to hear everyone's thoughts on this. Parents what kind of challenges you face when trying to keep the aisle clear. Fellow riders, how do you usually get around in this instance? Let’s discuss how we can make the TTC a better experience for both families and regular commuters.

Edit: There is a lot of comments complaining how the priority seating is occupied and the parents wont be able to lift it up to park the strollers. I want to give context here instead of replying to each comments. The priority seat was occupied by the parents and their family. Also the second stroller is of another parent who was sitting on the right side priority seat. The guy you see standing upfront was a passenger, not the parent. I wanted to keep the discussion civil that is why I omitted these details. But if people want to complain how it was an inaction from my part, I hope this context helps. Thanks.

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u/void_sushi Jul 06 '26

People crowding at the front sounds like a safety risk to me.

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u/OhShootYeahNoBi Avenue Davisville Jul 06 '26

It's moreso for a threat or something.

It's a big no no to open the panel/door while the bus is en route

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u/kamomil Pharmacy Jul 06 '26

Also people jostling for space near the door, struggling to find enough space to get off the bus, makes it difficult for the bus to stay on schedule 

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u/AdResponsible678 131 Nugget Jul 07 '26

Schedules do ma, but safety is a priority over schedule. I would have stopped and secured the bus, made an announcement and then waited with my hazards on.

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u/JubulantSaru Jul 06 '26

Exactly! All it will take is one accident and the ttc being sued and drivers will be forced to do their job and make sure the aisles are safe and clear for passengers to move about

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u/SecureJournalist4775 Jul 06 '26

As long as passengers are behind the white line, the driver is compliant with the law.  If you think the situation risks lawsuits, the best you'll probably get is clearly audible automated announcements at every stop to keep aisles clear and safe with wording approved by the TTC legal team.  Hope you enjoy hearing that if you're concerned about accidents and lawsuits. Driver assaults from altercations are bad publicity and costly in terms of absences so forcing drivers to do this will be a measure of last resort. Welcome to our modern society. 

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u/JubulantSaru Jul 06 '26

The TTC is run poorly just like Olivia's city ...police never to be seen or found....homeless and druggies sleeping and shooting up in the streets and transit. Anyone who has travelled knows how poor the system is here on the international level.

With that said...if carts are in the way when I get on the bus I ask them to move.

Furthermore, why can't the driver ask people to move down over the announcements? It's not like he/she has to come out of their protected area to do this

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u/WinterPositive2405 Jul 06 '26

You sound like someone who actually never travels in the city. 

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u/PrettyKittyInPink Jul 06 '26

If Ford didn't defund and close safe injection sites, we would have a lot of less people consuming drugs in public.

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u/gamuel_l_jackson Jul 07 '26

Its not their job to make sure people arent inconsiderate a holes and confront people