Program Impacts

Did you know?

Employees at Smart Commute workplaces drive to work alone 19.2 % less than the average GTHA commuter. They also:

Each year, Smart Commute Central York administers a travel habits survey to measure the impacts we are having with our member businesses. Below are the results from the 2019 Smart Commute travel habits survey.

Results shown here are based on employee responses from Smart Commute Central York member businesses who participated in the 4th annual travel habits survey held in September 2019.

Success Stories

Just what the doctor ordered

“Since partnering with Smart Commute in 2009, the number of Southlake Regional Health Centre staff who drive alone to work has decreased from 82% to 66% reducing traffic in the community and freeing up valuable parking for patients and families” Arden Krystal, President & CEO, Southlake Regional Health Centre.

“When we moved our office from Don Mills to Newmarket, our biggest concern was the impact on our emloyees’ commutes. Thanks to our partnership with Smart Commute Central York, turnover has been very minimal and we now have a robust carpool program.” Gian Detta Colli, HR Manager, Celestica Inc., Newmarket