Pioneer Village Station is a crucial transit hub, and like any busy station, elevator services can sometimes be temporarily unavailable. Understanding alternative routes during these times is essential for ensuring smooth and accessible journeys. This guide provides detailed alternatives for navigating Pioneer Village Station when specific elevators are out of service, helping all passengers, especially those with mobility needs, plan their route effectively.
Accessing Steeles Avenue West North Side Entrance from North Concourse
If you are in the North Concourse and need to reach the Steeles Avenue West North Side Entrance and find the elevator out of service, you can utilize the Line 1 Subway elevator as an alternative. First, take the elevator down to the Line 1 Subway platform. Once on the platform, proceed to the south end where you’ll find another elevator. Take this elevator up to the upper concourse level. From the upper concourse, locate and use the elevator that leads to the bus platform and street level. After exiting the station at street level, travel west along Howard Moscoe Way and then north on Northwest Gate. Continue north on Northwest Gate until you reach Steeles Avenue West North Side Entrance. This alternative route is approximately 450 metres in distance.
Reaching North Concourse from Steeles Avenue West North Side Entrance
To access the North Concourse from the Steeles Avenue West North Side Entrance when the direct elevator is unavailable, begin by traveling south on Northwest Gate and then east onto Howard Moscoe Way. Continue until you reach the station entrance, which is located at the far end of the bus platform. This entrance will lead you into the station and to the North Concourse. This detour is approximately 450 metres.
Accessing Line 1 Centre Platform from North Concourse
When traveling from the North Concourse to the Line 1 Centre Platform and encountering an out-of-service elevator, the recommended alternative is to exit to street level. Upon exiting the station, proceed south on Northwest Gate and then east on Howard Moscoe Way. Continue until you reach the station entrance situated at the far end of the bus platform. This entrance provides access to the station and Line 1 Centre Platform. This route involves a distance of around 450 metres.
Traveling from Line 1 Centre Platform to North Concourse
If you are on the Line 1 Centre Platform and need to reach the North Concourse, and the elevator is not functioning, take the elevator located at the south end of the platform. Ascend to the upper concourse level using this elevator. From the upper concourse, transfer to the elevator that goes to the bus platform and street level. Exit the station and travel west on Howard Moscoe Way, followed by a northward walk on Northwest Gate until you reach Steeles Avenue. This alternative path covers approximately 450 metres.
Accessing Line 1 Centre Platform or Upper South Concourse from Lower South Concourse
For passengers in the Lower South Concourse needing to access the Line 1 Centre Platform or Upper South Concourse when the elevator is out of service, it is advised to use the Assistance Intercom. By using the intercom, you can inform the Customer Service Agent of your need for assistance to access the trains or to exit the station. They will be able to provide guidance and support to ensure you can continue your journey.
Reaching Upper South Concourse from Line 1 Centre Platform
To travel from the Line 1 Centre Platform to the Upper South Concourse when the direct elevator is unavailable, take the elevator located at the north end of the platform to reach the north concourse. From there, take the elevator to street level. Once at street level, proceed south on Northwest Gate and then east on Howard Moscoe Way until you reach the bus platform. This route will lead you to the Upper South Concourse and involves a distance of about 450 metres.
Traveling from Upper South Concourse to Line 1 Centre Platform
When moving from the Upper South Concourse to the Line 1 Centre Platform and encountering an elevator outage, take the elevator to the bus platform and street level. Upon exiting the station, travel west on Howard Moscoe Way and then north on Northwest Gate. Continue until you reach the Steeles Avenue north side entrance. From there, use the elevators available at this entrance to access Line 1. This alternative route is approximately 450 metres.
Accessing Upper South Concourse from Bus Platform
If you are at the Bus Platform and need to reach the Upper South Concourse when the elevator is not working, exit the station and proceed west on Howard Moscoe Way, followed by a northward walk on Northwest Gate until you reach the Steeles Avenue north side entrance. Use the elevators at the Steeles Avenue north side entrance to access Line 1 and subsequently the Upper South Concourse.
Reaching Bus Platform from Upper South Concourse
To get to the Bus Platform from the Upper South Concourse when the elevator is out of service, first return to Line 1. Take the elevator at the north end of the platform to reach the north concourse, and then take the elevator from the north concourse to street level. At street level, proceed south on Northwest Gate and then east on Howard Moscoe Way. Continue until you reach the bus platform, which is approximately 450 metres from the station exit.
These alternative routes are designed to help passengers navigate Pioneer Village Station effectively even when elevators are temporarily out of service. Always refer to posted notices within the station for the most up-to-date information and consider allowing extra travel time when using alternative routes.
