Toronto’s gateway roads are an embarrassment (opens original article in a new tab)

Toronto's main highways are in poor condition ahead of the World Cup, with aging infrastructure and maintenance backlogs affecting both residents and visitors.

• Toronto's main highways, the 427 and the Gardiner Expressway, are in poor condition with rusted guardrails, potholes, and debris
• The City of Toronto and Ontario government have initiated repair projects, but infrastructure issues persist due to aging systems and funding challenges
• Visitors and residents face deteriorating roads and public spaces, highlighting broader maintenance backlogs in the city