Moving Forward with Intelligence
Message from the Minister

I am pleased to present Moving Forward with Intelligence: Intelligent Transportation Systems StrategyOntario's . Ontario is a recognized leader in building an effective transportation infrastructure and in developing and using new technology to enhance and improve our transportation network. Innovative new technologies used in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) will help us achieve our goal of building a safe, effective and integrated transportation system that supports business growth and strong communities, to help meet future needs.

Our current transportation system faces many challenges due to unprecedented population growth. By 2031, another four million people are expected to choose Ontario as their home. Add to this the economic realities of just-in-time delivery, and the increased need for border security, and it is obvious we must look at new and innovative ITS solutions to meet our transportation needs.

With ITS, we can manage traffic more effectively, improve public transit and maintain our highways better. Moving Forward with Intelligence: Ontario's Intelligent Transportation Systems Strategy provides a framework for these improvements. The strategy combines short-term solutions, such as integrated ticketing systems for transit, with longer-term improvements using enhanced technology to meet future demands.

Our government is committed to reducing congestion, increasing transit ridership, improving road safety and establishing more efficient border crossings. Planning for the future begins today. By working together, we can improve transportation in Ontario with ITS.

Honourable Harinder Takhar
Minister of Transportation