TTC phasing out no-tap station entrances [Video]

TTC riders who use station gates which don’t require a Presto tap will start to see a change this week as the transit agency begins phasing out the option in order to double down on fare evasion.

No-tap fare gates, usually next to the collector booth, open without a presto tap for those with young children, those using a paper transfer or cash, or anyone else who might not need or be able to tap.

But they are make it easier for fare dodgers to get by.

“Starting September 9, TTC staff at Line 4 station entrances will be setting all of the fare gates to tap only mode, as the first step in a phased system-wide approach to reduce fare evasion at stations,” the TTC said in a blog post.

The change is starting on Line 4 (the Sheppard Line) to sort out any potential problems and the new …