OttaTalk goes behind the scenes at OC Transpo to learn about transit communication

Attention all transit nerds! In the latest episode of the City’s official podcast series, we OttaTalk about the Transit Operations Control Centre (TOCC). This is the communications nerve centre between rail and bus operations, Para Transpo operations, the Special Constables Unit, City operations and more.

If you ever wonder how the City’s transit system runs behind the scenes 24/7, the TOCC is the room where it happens and this is the episode for you. 

Season 1, Episode 10: How do we keep Ottawa moving?  

Listen now: 

• Spotify 

• Apple Podcasts 

• YouTube 

In this episode, we chat with Brad Tubman, the current manager of the TOCC. We’ll learn more about how the TOCC prepares for special events, responds to service interruptions on the fly, some memorable days on the job and more. Links for this episode are: 

• OC Explained: Transit Operations Control Centre | OC Transpo
• OC Explained: Major Events | OC Transpo
• Alerts | OC Transpo
• Winter travels | OC Transpo

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This is OttaTalk, where City staff discuss City programs, projects and initiatives. Wecover topics that affect your everyday life. Things like emergency services, garbage collection and nightlife in Ottawa. When is my plow going to come? What’s a typical day like for an Ottawa Paramedic? What does a Nightlife Commissioner do? We have the questions and the answers on OttaTalk. 

For now, you can look for us to post a new episode every month. 

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