By Transport Action | Intercity Rail and Bus
On Wednesday March 9th, Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra announced the “next step” in the development of High Frequency Rail (HFR). This was followed by the publication of a Request for Expressions of Interest. This document seeks feedback from private sector partners interested in designing and constructing HFR and then assuming operation of both HFR […]
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By Harry Gow | Intercity Rail and Bus , Quebec
With the High Frequency Rail Project now envisaged to include electrified passenger trains, access to the Gare du Palais in Québec City is one of the design challenges ahead. The history of passenger rail service to Québec City suggests that finding a solution will be worthwhile. Québec City was late in getting a railway, despite […]
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By Transport Action Atlantic | Atlantic , British Columbia , Intercity Rail and Bus , National News , Prairies
VIA Rail Canada has confirmed it is preparing a business case for the renewal of its aging long-haul locomotives and cars – some of which are more than 70 years old. The Crown corporation hosted a virtual “Market-Day” event with suppliers on January 20 to discuss the project and seek their input on various elements […]
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By Transport Action | Intercity Rail and Bus , National News
Elizabeth May, MP for Saanich—Gulf Islands, has once again introduced the Via Rail Canada Act into Parliament as private member’s bill C-236.[1] The proposed bill’s objective is to give VIA Rail a proper legislative mandate as a Crown Corporation, prevent the privatisation of long-distance routes, and ensure the continuity of existing northern and remote services. […]
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By Transport Action | Intercity Rail and Bus , National News
On November 30, 2021, VIA Rail formally unveiled the first train in its new corridor fleet to assembled media, politicians, advocates, and fans in Ottawa. This is the culmination many years of work by VIA Rail, who were given permission by the government to start procurement for a new corridor fleet in 2017, and by […]
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