A major transformation is underway on a street in Toronto's Thorncliffe Park neighbourhood as demolition work begins along most of Banigan Drive, marking a key step in preparing the area for the forthcoming Ontario Line and its future Thorncliffe Park station. Starting Tuesday, Aug. 5, construction crews will begin preparing the buildings along a large portion of a local street for demolition. To ensure public safety, Metrolinx will be installing temporary hoarding around the demolition site, and signage and barriers will clearly mark work zones. The future transit line is expected to reduce car traffic by an estimated 28,000 vehicles per day. By 2041, an estimated 12,800 people will live within walking distance of Thorncliffe Park station, with 3,100 passengers expected to use it during the busiest travel hour.