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title: "Metrolinx is asking the public to name two tunnel boring machines for the Yonge North Subway Extension. Submissions close November 14."
description: "Metrolinx opened a public contest on November 3 to name two tunnel boring machines that will dig the Yonge North Subway Extension, a 6.3-kilometre line from York Region to Finch Station. Ontario residents aged 18 and older can submit names until November 14, 2026."
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last_updated: "2026-11-04T15:54:53.475Z"
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Metrolinx is asking the public to name two tunnel boring machines that will dig the Yonge North Subway Extension. Submissions close November 14, 2026. The contest is open to legal residents of Ontario who are at least 18 years old.

NOW Toronto reported the launch of the naming contest on November 3. The two machines will travel 6.3 kilometres from a launch shaft in York Region south toward Finch Station, adding five new stations along Yonge Street at Steeles, Clark, Royal Orchard, Bridge and High Tech. The extension runs into Markham, Vaughan and Richmond Hill.

After the submission period closes, a panel of Metrolinx judges will select six semi-finalists using a scoring system based on originality, creativity and how well the two names work as a pair. The public will then vote for their favourite among the six. The winning names will be announced by Metrolinx.

The winner gets recognition in a Metrolinx press release and may attend an event unveiling the names at one of the construction sites. The winner may also get a photo with the machines, subject to safety restrictions at the site.

School classes can enter as a group if a teacher meets the eligibility requirements. Minors may participate if a parent or legal guardian submits on their behalf.

This is not the first time Metrolinx has named its machines publicly. Rexy and Renny are boring the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, Diggy Scardust is on the Scarborough Subway Extension, and Libby and Corkie are working on the Ontario Line.

The naming contest is one of the last steps before tunnelling begins. Metrolinx has not announced a specific start date for the machines. The extension is expected to add five stations to TTC's Line 1.

Toronto residents who want to submit a name can find the contest at metrolinx.com. Submissions are open until November 14, 2026.

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