Do people here use transit ?
I mostly walked to work since 2007 but I am currently not able to walk as much so I have been noting my transit culture closely.
I mostly travel at rush hour, wherein 99% of the people know how to do it and if you get one person who doesn't it throws everything off. Despite the bad press, it works well for me and I get a seat on the subway most days. Streetcars aren't part of my trip now, but I rarely got a seat on one.
I think I have had maybe 1 bad rush hour experience (impolite person) in 10 years. To compare, I have had one medical collapse (next car over) and one jumper hit the train in that time, although the jumper was Saturday afternoon. He was not killed as far as I could tell - he bounced back to the platform.
Mostly transit is good for looking at people and nurturing your inner monologue with these strangers. I think Toronto people are well-dressed and worth looking it. I look at their clothes and bodies, especially women. It's ok, I'm discrete. Spring is the best because sundresses, shorts and pump sandals come out. I would love it if there were a club where you could just go up and ask people about themselves, it's intriguing.
I hope I never have to commute by car. Tell me if you use transit, or if you have questions and I will answer them best I can.