Toronto’s TTC reaches 100 electric buses in service, on track for 400 by 2026

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) announces it now operates more than 100 battery-electric buses across the city, marking a key step toward its target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. The milestone was made possible through joint funding from the federal government and the City of Toronto.

The rollout of electric buses is part of a broader procurement plan that will see 340 new e-buses delivered by the second quarter of 2026, bringing the TTC’s total battery-electric fleet to 400 units.

Toronto: over 400 e-buses by 2026

The TTC is positioning itself as a North American leader in zero-emission transit. In addition to battery-electric models, hybrid-electric buses currently represent approximately 30% of the agency’s entire bus fleet. These hybrids consume around 25% less fuel than traditional diesel buses and are designed to operate as fully zero-emission vehicles in designated Green Zones—areas where the diesel generator is shut off entirely to improve local air quality, TTC states.

The agency is also advancing its accessibility and electrification strategy with five battery-electric Wheel-Trans vehicles currently in procurement. These will enter testing in 2026, followed by a two-year pilot program to evaluate performance and service integration.

“Our goal is to run a transit system that customers can be proud of, and zero-emission vehicles are the future of sustainable transit,” said TTC Chair Jamaal Myers. “The TTC continues to increase its fleet of environmentally friendly vehicles and make significant strides towards a zero-emissions future. I want to thank the Government of Canada and the City of Toronto for their partnership and support.”

“We are proud to be paving the way for transit electrification across North America, and bringing new, clean, quiet vehicles to customers and employees across the City of Toronto,” said Greg Percy, TTC interim CEO. “We are very pleased to be moving forward with our sustainability goals, while also providing a better transit experience for our customers.”

“This is what federal investment in climate action and public infrastructure looks like,” said Karim Bardeesy, Member of Parliament for Taiaiako’n-Parkdale-High-Park. “100 electric buses on the road in Toronto is a major milestone – it means modern transit, cleaner air, and quieter streets for the people of Toronto. It’s good for public transit, for the health of our communities and the future of our planet. We’re proud to partner with the City of Toronto and the TTC to help deliver a greener, more sustainable future.”

“Reliable, environmentally friendly public transit is a priority for the City of Toronto,” said Mayor Olivia Chow. “I am pleased to see the TTC making progress on its goal of fleet electrification and achieving a cleaner, greener future for everyone.”