About Government

Overview

The Ministry of Transportation is committed to creating a balanced and effective transportation system that supports strong communities that offer a high quality of life.

To accomplish this, the ministry seeks to:

• Improve public transit - by ensuring that seamless, safe, reliable and affordable public transit systems are available to Ontarians living in urban communities.
   
• Invest in critical transportation infrastructure - by keeping people and goods moving smoothly and efficiently across Ontario and through the borders by making strategic and effective investments in provincial highways and border crossings.

• Improve road safety and enhance customer service - by maintaining Ontario's road safety record among the top jurisdictions in North America as well as increasing access to, and developing new ministry products and services.

Major Responsibilities

Building an integrated transportation system through effective transportation policies and planning.

• Investing in Ontario's transit systems, including GO Transit, which reports to MTO.
   
• Effectively managing the construction and maintenance of Ontario's highways and bridges.
   
• Promoting road safety through education, legislation and enforcement.
   
• Licensing drivers, and registering vehicles and commercial carriers.
   
• Overseeing the maintenance and operation of 29 remote airports and eight ferry services.
   
• Using the latest technology to maintain safe roads in all weather conditions and provide driving condition information to the public.

Sites of interest

• CAA Ontario
• Drive Clean program
• DriveTest
• GO Transit
• Ontario Road Builders Association
• Ontario Trucking Association
• Transport Canada
• COMPASS - Traffic Management System