Metrolinx welcomes Michael Lindsay as President and CEO

Michael Lindsay becomes permanent CEO on July 1 after serving in interim role.

June 25 – Metrolinx has announced the appointment of Michael Lindsay as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1.     

Michael has served as Metrolinx’s Interim President and CEO since December 16, 2024, providing steady leadership during a critical transition period.    

The Board of Directors conducted an extensive global search to identify the ideal candidate to lead Metrolinx into its next phase of growth and transformation. Having demonstrated strong leadership, strategic vision, and an unwavering commitment to the organization’s mandate during his interim tenure, Michael was selected for the permanent role.    

“We are thrilled to officially welcome Michael as our President and CEO,” said Don Wright, Chair of the Board. “His proven ability to inspire the team and drive progress during the interim period gives us great confidence in his leadership as we move forward.”    

Before joining Metrolinx as Interim President and CEO, Michael was President and CEO of Infrastructure Ontario, where he worked closely with both public and private sectors to build, manage, finance and enhance the value of the province’s assets. With a track record of success and many years of service building infrastructure in Ontario, he is committed to advancing Ontario’s historic transit expansion program.    

"I am humbled and honoured to be offered this important responsibility,” said Michael Lindsay. “I look forward to working with our talented team and partners to deliver the modern and high-quality transit network our communities need and deserve."   

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