The Ontario government has officially completed construction of the new Confederation GO Station in Hamilton, marking the first new GO station to open in four years. Set to begin service on October 27, 2025, the station represents a milestone in the province’s $70 billion transit expansion — the largest in North America.
Premier Doug Ford called the opening a “game changer” for East Hamilton and Stoney Creek, noting the station will relieve pressure on Burlington and West Harbour GO while generating nearly half a million more annual rides across the GO network.
A New Hub for Hamilton
Located near the QEW and Centennial Parkway North, Confederation GO will serve as a critical connection point for commuters traveling to and from Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, Burlington, and Toronto. The station features:
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A fully accessible platform with canopies
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Bicycle racks and a pick-up/drop-off area
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148 parking spaces
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Integration with GO bus routes 11 and 12
Andrea Horwath, Mayor of Hamilton, emphasized the station’s broader impact:
“Confederation GO Station is about more than just building a station — it’s about building connections. For Hamiltonians, it means shorter commutes, affordable and sustainable travel, and better access to work, school and healthcare. For visitors, it means easier access to discover everything that makes Hamilton such a vibrant community.”
Building Regional Connections
Confederation GO is part of the Niagara Extension project, expanding rail service deeper into Hamilton and the Niagara Region. Beginning October 27, all existing Niagara Falls trains will stop at the station, while new service increases will also roll out across the network:
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13 weekday and 15 weekend trips serving Confederation GO
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Extended Lakeshore West trips to West Harbour and Confederation GO
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Added weekday peak trips on the Barrie, Stouffville, and Lakeshore East lines
Since April, GO has added 64 new weekly trips across the system — a reflection of growing commuter demand and the province’s commitment to long-term transit growth.
Michael Lindsay, President and CEO of Metrolinx, said the opening is “the first of many” new stations coming online, noting construction is also underway at major future hubs like East Harbour and Woodbine GO.
Construction is now complete at Hamilton’s new Confederation GO Station, with train service set to begin October 27!
It’s a major step forward in our plan to expand fast, convenient GO service across the Greater Golden Horseshoe.
Find out more: https://t.co/hhgthcgBcu pic.twitter.com/V2SqPdIsLA
— Doug Ford (@fordnation) September 29, 2025
Voices from Across the Region
The station’s opening drew support from across government and industry:
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Neil Lumsden, MPP Hamilton East–Stoney Creek: “This is the latest example of our commitment to delivering the largest transit expansion in North American history.”
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Monica Ciriello, MPP Hamilton Mountain: “This station will reduce gridlock, make the daily commute easier and strengthen our growing community for years to come.”
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Nadia Todorova, RCCAO: “This critical piece of transit infrastructure will play a vital role in reducing gridlock, supporting economic growth and improving access to jobs and housing.”
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Marco D’Angelo, CUTA: “Confederation GO will deliver lasting benefits in mobility, sustainability and economic opportunity for the entire region.”
The Bigger Picture
Confederation GO Station is not just a stop on the Lakeshore West line — it is a gateway to Niagara, a relief valve for Hamilton’s growing commuter base, and a symbol of Ontario’s commitment to connect every corner of the Greater Golden Horseshoe.
By combining new stations, service increases, and integration with local transit, the province is reimagining how the region moves — ensuring people spend less time in traffic and more time at work, school, or home.
As part of GTA Weekly’s Next Stop series, Confederation GO stands as another example of transit not only shaping commutes but reshaping communities.
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