Metrolinx Seeks Names for Yonge North Subway Extension TBMs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 3, 20260 Metrolinx has launched a public competition to name two tunnel boring machines (TBMs) that will construct 6.3 kilometres of twin subway tunnels for the Yonge North Subway Extension in Ontario, Canada. The competition, announced on 1 November 2026, invites members of the public to submit name suggestions for the machines ahead
VIA Rail Begins Constructing Montréal Assembly and Maintenance Facility Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 12, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has begun constructing a new assembly and maintenance facility in Montréal, Québec, to support the introduction of its new pan-Canadian fleet. The 100,000-square-foot facility is being built by Canadian construction company Pomerleau through a 357 million CAD investment from the Government of Canada. Construction began with a ceremony
Mathieu Paquette Appointed CEO of VIA Rail Canada Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 9, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has appointed Mathieu Paquette as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a five-year term. This follows a period during which he led the passenger rail operator on an interim basis. Announced by the Government of Canada on 7 October 2026, the appointment follows Paquette’s arrival at VIA
Canada and Alberta to Explore High-Speed Rail Between Calgary and Edmonton Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 7, 20260 The governments of Canada and Alberta have agreed to collaborate on a potential high-speed rail connection between Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton. The agreement will establish a framework for the two governments to assess the development of high-speed passenger rail along the Calgary-Red Deer-Edmonton corridor. Calgary, Alberta © a2b Global Media The initiative will
Canada and Alberta to Explore High-Speed Rail Between Calgary and Edmonton Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 7, 20260 The governments of Canada and Alberta have agreed to collaborate on a potential high-speed rail connection between Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton. The agreement will establish a framework for the two governments to assess the development of high-speed passenger rail along the Calgary-Red Deer-Edmonton corridor. Calgary, Alberta © a2b Global Media The initiative will
Alstom to Build New VIA Rail Canada Trains Under $4.7 Billion Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 4, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has ordered 313 new passenger rail cars under a 4.7 billion CAD agreement with Alstom. Notably, the vehicles will be designed, manufactured and assembled in Canada. The contract, announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney in Thunder Bay, Ontario, will see passenger cars for VIA Rail built domestically for
VIA Rail to Improve Rail Connections to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 13, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has begun development work on a new multimodal hub in Dorval that will connect passenger rail services with public transport and Montréal-Trudeau International Airport. The Dorval Multimodal Hub will bring together VIA Rail and exo rail services with the shuttle service to YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport in a
Toronto Ontario Line Underground Works Advance with $4.3bn Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 6, 20260 Webuild and FCC have signed a 2.7 billion EUR (4.32 billion CAD) contract to deliver a major underground section of Toronto’s Ontario Line metro project. Construction work is due to begin following completion of the project’s development and advanced design phase. The contract covers the Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations (PTUS)
Québec City’s TramCité Project Contracts Siemens Mobility and AtkinsRéalis Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20260 Siemens Mobility and AtkinsRéalis have been selected by CDPQ Infra to advance the next phase of the TramCité light rail project in Québec City. The companies will work under a progressive design-build model as part of the planned 19-kilometre tramway, which will include 29 stations and a two-kilometre underground section. Construction
FIFA World Cup Boosts Vancouver Transit Ridership by More Than 600,000 Journeys Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 15, 20260 TransLink has released preliminary figures showing a significant increase in public transport use during the FIFA World Cup, with more than 600,000 additional transit boardings recorded across Vancouver’s seven match days. According to the transit authority, average ridership increased by around 87,000 boardings on each match day, while more than one
TÜV SÜD Accredited as Independent Safety Assessor (ISA) for Railway Systems in Canada Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 3, 20260 Ottawa, Canada. TÜV SÜD has been accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to carry out Independent Safety Assessments (ISA) for Railway Systems. This makes TÜV SÜD one of the few Type A accredited bodies for Independent Safety Assessments in the railway sector in Canada. The Type A accreditation
Vancouver: Broadway Subway Project Starts Testing Ahead of 2027 Opening Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 2, 20260 Vancouver’s Broadway Subway Project has reached a new phase of development with dynamic testing now underway on completed sections of track. This marks the first time SkyTrain vehicles have operated on the extension. The project is extending Metro Vancouver’s Millennium Line west from VCC-Clark Station to Arbutus Street, adding 5.7 kilometres
Canada: Metrolinx Begins Expansion of Oakville GO Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 27, 20260 Metrolinx has started construction work to expand Oakville GO Station as part of wider upgrades aimed at improving accessibility, passenger flow and service capacity on the Lakeshore West corridor. The station, which opened in 1967 alongside the launch of GO Transit, currently serves more than 10,000 passengers daily, making it the
Alstom Celebrates Extension of REM to Montreal’s West Island Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 19, 20260 Alstom has celebrated the official commissioning of the new Réseau express métropolitain (REM) branch to Montreal’s West Island. Commissioned by CDPQ Infra; the move marks a major milestone in the development of one of the world’s most modern automated public transit networks – adding 14 kilometres to the existing 50 kilometre
Alto Provides Update on Canada’s High-Speed Rail Programme at USHSR Conference Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20260 In recent years, Canada’s Alto High-Speed Rail programme has transitioned from concept to a structured delivery phase. As outlined during the US High Speed Rail Conference, the initiative is now in early development following federal approval, with construction set to begin as early as 2029. The programme aims to connect Toronto,
VIA Rail Reports Stable Ridership and Higher Revenue Despite Operational Constraints Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 7, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has reported stable passenger numbers and increased revenue for the 2025 financial year, alongside continued operational and infrastructure pressures. Between 1 January and 31 December 2025, the rail operator carried 4.4 million passengers, broadly consistent with the previous year. Total revenue rose by 36.8 million CAD (7.7%) to
Canada: First Construction Package Awarded for Hamilton Light Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 6, 20260 The Government of Ontario, the Government of Canada and Metrolinx have awarded the first major contract for the Hamilton Light Rail Transit (LRT) project. The contract has been awarded to the Hamilton Transit Alliance, led by Aecon Infrastructure, with design support from Hatch, Egis and Systra. The selection follows a competitive
Alto to Announce Detailed High-Speed Rail Corridor Proposal Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20260 The Alto high-speed rail project has concluded its first phase of public consultations, following a three-month programme of engagement across Ontario and Quebec. Alto plans to publish a report in June setting out the main findings from this initial phase. A more detailed corridor proposal is expected to be announced in
Ontario Begins Tunnelling Work on New Toronto Subway Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 20, 20260 The Government of Ontario has announced the start of tunnelling on the Ontario Line, a new rapid transit route across Toronto. Two tunnel boring machines are now operating from Exhibition Station, excavating twin tunnels eastwards towards the Don Yard near the Don Valley Parkway and Lakeshore Boulevard. The tunnels will reach
Canada: VIA Rail to Invest $150 Million in Sleeper Car Upgrades Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 15, 20260 VIA Rail Canada has announced a 150 million CAD programme to modernise its fleet of 56 Château and Manor sleeper cars over the next five years. The work will be carried out by CAD Railway Industries at its facility in Lachine, Québec. The upgrades are expected to include improvements to interior
Northlander Trains Enter Testing Phase in Northern Ontario Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 14, 20260 Northlander passenger trains have entered a key testing phase in northern Ontario as preparations continue for the rail service’s planned return later this year. The first trainset has completed “burn-in” testing after travelling more than 1,600 kilometres in conditions that reflect regular operations. The next stage, known as Revenue Service Demonstration,
Canada: GO Expansion Enters Next Major Construction Phase Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 1, 20260 Metrolinx’s multi-year GO Expansion project, aimed at increasing capacity on the GO rail network in Greater Toronto, is entering its next stage. The work will include signalling upgrades along the Lakeshore lines and significant construction on the Lakeshore East Line, covering tracks, stations, bridges, and grade separations. Construction underway at East Harbour
Canada: Alto Begins 2026 Environmental Studies for High-Speed Rail Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 31, 20260 Alto has launched the next phase of its environmental field studies programme as part of ongoing work to develop a high-speed rail network in Canada. The company, working with its development partner Cadence, has said that the 2026 studies will focus on gathering environmental data along the corridor between Ottawa and
Canada: Why is Alto High-Speed Rail Not High-Frequency Rail? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 25, 20260 During its public consultations, Canada’s proposed high-speed rail project, Alto, has addressed why the federal government opted for high-speed rail (HSR) rather than high-frequency rail (HFR) along the Québec City–Toronto corridor. Officials say the decision followed a detailed comparison of the two options, focusing on their suitability for current and future travel
Alstom Signs Five-Year Contract with Metrolinx for O&M Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 24, 20260 Alstom has announced the signing of a contract renewal with Metrolinx which will see the company provide operations and maintenance (O&M) services to two of its divisions. Valued at around 800 million EUR (1.3 billion CAD), the contract will run until 2031. Alstom teams will continue to provide Operations & Maintenance services
Alto and Cadence to Begin Market Sounding for High-Speed Rail Procurement Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 10, 20260 Alto and its private development partner, Cadence, will begin a phased market sounding process this month as part of preparations for major procurement activities linked to Canada’s planned high-speed rail line between Toronto and Québec City. The initial stage of the programme will focus on rolling stock and signalling systems, with
Construction Begins on Station at Toronto’s East Harbour Transit Hub Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 27, 20260 Work has started on the principal station building for the East Harbour Transit Hub, a major new interchange in the eastern part of Toronto. The hub is located east of the Don Valley Parkway and south of Eastern Avenue and is planned as a connection point for the Lakeshore East and
Alto Details the Challenge of Winter Conditions for Canada’s High-Speed Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 26, 20260 Planning for winter weather is a central consideration for Alto, the organisation developing a high-speed rail network in Canada. With trains expected to operate at speeds of around 300 km/h across an electrified corridor approaching 1,000 kilometres, project planners say snow, ice and prolonged cold periods must be addressed from
Metrolinx Begins Construction on Four Ontario Line Stations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 24, 20260 Metrolinx has begun groundwork on four new stations for the Ontario Line in the eastern part of Toronto, marking further progress on the planned new metro route. Crews have commenced work on three stations — Thorncliffe Park, Flemingdon Park and Don Valley — which will sit along an elevated stretch of
Alto Outlines Delivery Path for Québec City–Toronto High-Speed Rail Route Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 20, 20260 Alto has set out how the Québec City–Toronto high-speed rail project will move from a broad planning corridor to a defined route, describing a staged delivery process that combines technical analysis, field studies and community input before any final alignment or land requirements are confirmed. Public consultations are underway on the
Canada: Hitachi Rail Confirms $30 Million Investment in New Toronto HQ Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 19, 20260 Hitachi Rail has announced plans to invest nearly 30 million CAD in a new Canadian headquarters in Toronto, reinforcing its long-term presence in Ontario and expanding its signalling technology operations. The new office will be located at Consilium Place in the Scarborough district and is scheduled to open in summer 2026.
FAQs: What Will Train Tickets Cost for Canada’s Alto High-Speed Rail Service? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 16, 20260 Alto has answered the latest round of public questions about its proposed high-speed rail network in Canada. The update outlines how feedback is being gathered and how key issues, including station locations, property acquisition, environmental protection, noise, and ticket pricing, are being considered as planning work continues. The Canadian government has confirmed
Alstom Celebrates Opening of Toronto’s Line 5 Eglinton Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 10, 20260 Line 5 Eglinton, a new light rail transit line running across midtown Toronto, opened to the public on 9 February. The route stretches for 19 kilometres along Eglinton Avenue, linking Mount Dennis in the west with Kennedy Station in the east. The line includes 25 stations and stops and provides connections
Canada: Hyundai Rotem to Supply High-Floor Light Rail Vehicles in Edmonton Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 9, 20260 The City of Edmonton has signed a purchase contract with Hyundai Rotem Company for a new fleet of high-floor light rail vehicles to support planned network expansions and replace ageing rolling stock. The agreement covers the design and manufacture of 32 high-floor vehicles for use on the Metro Line Northwest Phase
Alto Responds to Public Questions on Canada’s High-Speed Rail Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 9, 20260 Alto has published responses to common questions raised during its January public consultation process for Canada’s proposed high-speed rail network between Québec City and Toronto. The consultation included virtual sessions, roundtable discussions, and in-person open houses along the proposed corridor. It aimed to gather feedback on potential benefits, environmental considerations, and
Construction Nears Completion on Ontario’s Northlander Rail Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 3, 20260 The Ontario government has announced that construction is almost complete on the Northlander rail line, following over 100 million CAD in investments. The project supports the return of Northlander passenger rail service to northeastern Ontario later this year. A rendering of the new Northlander trainset © Ontario Government Construction is underway along the rail
Canada: Ontario Begins Work on Bowmanville GO Rail Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 29, 20260 The Ontario government has started construction on the Bowmanville Extension of GO Transit, a project that will extend the Lakeshore East line by nearly 19 kilometres into Durham Region. The extension is expected to provide regular, two-way service throughout the day, connecting communities from Oshawa to Bowmanville and linking residents to
REM Completes Test Run on Line to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20260 The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) has operated for the first time on the new airport branch to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport. The run marks the start of track and communications system validation on the final segment of the network. The REM is a large-scale automated light rail network being built to serve
Alto Launches Public Consultations for Canada’s High-Speed Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Alto has announced the start of a public consultation programme for its proposed high-speed rail network in Canada. The consultations will run from 21 January to March 2026 and include over 20 in-person sessions across communities between Toronto and Quebec City, alongside eight virtual sessions and a dedicated online information platform. The
Canada: 55 New Subway Trains Ordered for Toronto’s Line 2 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20260 The Government of Canada has confirmed its first investment under the new Buy Canadian Policy, with funds allocated to the purchase of 55 Alstom subway trains for Toronto’s Line 2. The federal government will contribute 950.9 million CAD to the project, an increase from the previously planned 758 million CAD, matched
Ontario Marks Arrival of First Northlander Train Ahead of Service Restoration Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 13, 20260 The Ontario government has confirmed the arrival of the first of three new Northlander trainsets as part of plans to restore passenger rail services between Timmins and Toronto later this year. The Northlander service is set to cover 740 kilometres with 16 stops, including a connection to Cochrane. Full passenger service
Railway Association of Canada Releases Rail Trends 2025 Review Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) has released Rail Trends 2025, a 10-year review of financial and statistical results for the Canadian railway industry. Now in its 33rd edition; the Rail Trends report comprises rail data up to 31 December 2024 and includes data reported by RAC member companies, Class 1
Alto Reports 2025 Developments in Canada’s High-Speed Rail Programme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 18, 20250 Throughout 2025, Alto advanced from concept to an active development programme for high-speed rail in Canada. The year was marked by a series of policy decisions, contractual milestones, and preparatory work that collectively moved the project into its next phase. Federal support confirmed (February) In February, the Government of Canada confirmed full
Ottawa–Montreal Confirmed as First Section of Alto High-Speed Rail Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 15, 20250 The federal government has confirmed that the Ottawa–Montreal corridor will be the first section to be developed as part of Canada’s planned Alto high-speed rail network. The announcement was made in Gatineau on 12 December 2025 by the Minister of Transport, Steven MacKinnon, alongside Alto’s President and Chief Executive, Martin Imbleau. Ottawa–Montreal
Metrolinx Line 6 Finch West Officially Begins Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 9, 20250 Toronto’s latest rapid transit line, Line 6 Finch West, has officially begun service. Almost 11-kilometres in length; the new transit line links Humber College Station in the west to Finch West Station in the east. Line 6 Finch West officially began service on 7 December © Metrolinx The line consists of 18 stops and
VIA Rail Canada Presents 3-Year Accessibility Plan Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 4, 20250 On 3 December, VIA Rail Canada marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at its Ottawa Station, presenting its 2026–2029 Accessibility Plan. VIA Rail’s train service © VIA Rail The plan was recently submitted to the Government of Canada and focuses on three main areas: Integrating accessibility from the start of projects: Ensuring
Alto High-Speed Rail Looks to Boost Canada’s GDP by $24.5 Billion Annually Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 3, 20250 Canada’s plans for its first high-speed rail network, known as Alto, are set to influence travel patterns and economic development across the Toronto–Québec City corridor and beyond. Although the project is centred in Ontario and Quebec, its backers argue that the effects will extend nationwide as construction, operations and supply chains
VIA Rail Marks 70 Years of The Canadian and Plans for Future of Passenger Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 24, 20250 VIA Rail Canada has marked the 70th anniversary of The Canadian, the long-distance passenger service operating between Toronto and Vancouver since 1955. The event took place at Vancouver’s Pacific Central Station, recognising the train’s role in linking communities across the country for seven decades. The Canadian © VIA Rail Since its launch, The Canadian
Alto and Cadence Engage Canadian Steel Industry for Toronto–Québec High-Speed Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 20, 20250 Alto and its private development partner Cadence have begun early engagement with Canada’s steel industry as planning progresses for the high-speed rail line between Toronto and Québec City. The discussions aim to assess the sector’s interest and capacity to supply materials for what is expected to be a highly significant national
Montreal: Alstom Celebrates Launch of New Northern Branch of REM Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 17, 20250 The northern branch of the Réseau express métropolitain (REM) in Montreal, Canada, is opening on 17 November. The extension, delivered by La Caisse and CDPQ Infra, adds 33 kilometres of track and 14 stations, connecting downtown Montreal to the municipality of Deux-Montagnes on the North Shore. This addition complements the South Shore
Metrolinx to Open Mount Dennis GO and UP Station This Month Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 4, 20250 Metrolinx has announced that the new Mount Dennis GO and UP Station will open on 16 November, which will enable new connecting to Kitchener GO trains, Union Pearson Express trains and TTC bus service. The new station will also offer a direct connection to Line 5 Eglinton (Eglinton Crosstown) once the
VIA Rail Canada Launches Flash Sale with $35 Rail Fares Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 26, 20250 VIA Rail Canada has launched a three-day flash sale, featuring discounted fares across the Québec City–Windsor corridor and on select regional and long-distance routes. The promotion is running from 26 August to 28 August 2025. Escape Fares from $35 Economy class passengers can take advantage of Escape fares starting at 35 CAD on
Construction Begins on Second Tunnel Shaft for Ontario Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 19, 20250 Construction has begun on a second tunnel launch shaft for the Ontario Line, with the new structure now being prepared near Gerrard Street and Carlaw Avenue. The new shaft will form the starting point for the second underground section of the Line, running below Pape Avenue, as well as become a
Approval Granted for Single-Source Toronto Subway Contract with Alstom Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 18, 20250 The Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario and the City of Toronto have authorised the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) to negotiate a single-source contract with Alstom Transport Canada Inc. for new Line 2 subway trains. The decision follows the cancellation of the current competitive procurement process, with all previous bidders
First Light Rail Vehicle Arrives for Edmonton’s Valley Line West Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 8, 20250 The first Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) for Edmonton’s Valley Line West Light Rail Transit (LRT) project has arrived in the city, marking a key step in the expansion of the local transit network. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Rotem Company in Changwon, South Korea. Shipped in two sections, it was
Canada: Contract Awarded for Yonge North Subway Extension Tunnelling Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 8, 20250 Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx have awarded a 1.4 billion CAD contract to North End Connectors for the advance tunnelling component of the Yonge North Subway Extension. The project involves the design, construction, and financing of twin tunnels stretching 6.3 kilometres from Finch Station on Toronto Transit Commission’s Line 1 to a
Hitachi Rail Supports Expansion of Vancouver SkyTrain Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 31, 20250 Vancouver SkyTrain’s new Mark V trains are operating with full automation using Hitachi Rail’s SelTrac™ Vehicle On-Board Controllers (VOBCs). This deployment is part of the rollout of 47 new trains to support the city’s Expo and Millennium Line expansions. Hitachi Rail technology drives Vancouver SkyTrain fleet expansion milestone © HItachi Rail The VOBCs form
TransLink Introduces Additional Language Pins Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 21, 20250 Frontline transit workers across the TransLink system have now begun to wear pins indicating the languages they are able to speak in addition to English. The pins, which say ‘hello’ in various languages, are hoped to encourage customers to ask for help in their preferred language. Workers involved currently speak over 40
VIA Rail Marks 120 Years of The Ocean Train Service from Halifax Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 16, 20250 During a ceremony at Halifax Station, VIA Rail Canada celebrated 120 years of continuous service on The Ocean, the country’s oldest named passenger train. First launched in 1904, The Ocean continues to serve as a key transport link between Halifax and Montréal. The Ocean interior © VIA Rail Jonathan Goldbloom, Chairperson of VIA Rail’s
Alstom’s Mark V SkyTrain Trains Enter Service in Vancouver Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 11, 20250 Vancouver’s SkyTrain network has introduced the first of its new Mark V trains into commercial operation. Manufactured by Alstom in Canada, the five-car automated trains are now running on the Expo Line as part of efforts to expand capacity and modernise Metro Vancouver’s rapid transit system. TransLink has ordered a total
Will Canada’s High-Speed Alto Service Compete with VIA Rail? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 2, 20250 Earlier this year, the Canadian government confirmed plans to develop a high-speed rail network connecting major cities from Toronto to Québec City. The project, named Alto, will cover approximately 1,000 kilometres and is expected to reach speeds of up to 300 km/h. The service will include stops in Toronto, Peterborough,
Canada: Metrolinx Completes Bradford GO Station Upgrades Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 25, 20250 Metrolinx has announced the completion of major upgrades at Bradford GO Station, improving connectivity for passengers travelling between Simcoe County, York Region, Barrie, and Toronto. The works are part of the wider GO Expansion programme, which aims to expand and modernise transit infrastructure across the region. The upgraded station includes a new
Construction Underway at East Harbour Transit Hub in Toronto Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 23, 20250 Major construction has commenced on the East Harbour Transit Hub in Toronto’s east end, which will provide a new interchange connecting GO Transit services with the future Ontario Line. The East Harbour Transit Hub will link the Lakeshore East and Stouffville GO lines with the Ontario Line. This integration is expected
Book Free and Discounted VIA Rail Tickets with Canada Strong Pass Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 20, 20250 This summer, children and young adults aged 24 and under can benefit from free or discounted VIA Rail travel across Canada thanks to the Canada Strong Pass. This initiative was promised by the Liberal Party’s Manifesto in the lead up to the 2025 general election, which saw the party, led by
VIA Rail Reports on Growth and Renewal in 2024 Amid Service Challenges Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 18, 20250 VIA Rail Canada has published its 2024 annual report, highlighting a year of growth and long-term planning amid operational constraints. Notably, the company recorded increased revenues and passenger numbers, launched a new strategic plan, and secured funding for a major fleet renewal, all while addressing performance challenges in key corridors. VIA Rail’s
Metrolinx Launches Contest to Name Ontario Line Tunnel Boring Machines Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 11, 20250 Metrolinx has launched a public naming contest for the pair of tunnel boring machines (TBMs) that will help construct the downtown segment of the Ontario Line in Toronto. The two machines, each custom-built for the project, recently arrived in Canada after being assembled, tested, and disassembled in Schwanau, Germany. They will
New Amtrak Cascade Trains Bound for I-5 Corridor Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 11, 20250 Amtrak’s I-5 corridor between Seattle, Vancouver, BC, Portland and a number of other stations is set to receive a set of eight new Cascade trainsets and two new locomotives in 2026. The new trainsets, which are dressed in an evergreen, cream and mocha colour scheme in-keeping with typical Cascade livery, have
Via Rail Canada’s On-Time Performance Declines, Ridership Falls Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 4, 20250 VIA Rail Canada has reported a substantial decline in on-time performance during the first quarter of 2025, with figures falling to 30%, compared to 72% in the same period last year. The decrease is attributed primarily to infrastructure restrictions introduced by CN Rail across the Québec City–Windsor corridor. These restrictions have contributed
Canada: Ground Breaks on Ontario Line’s Queen Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 2, 20250 The Government of Ontario and Metrolinx have commenced excavation work at the future Queen Station on the Ontario Line, which will help improve travel across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The new station will be built beneath the existing TTC Queen Station, 40 metres below ground level. The excavation phase
Canada: Metrolinx to Expand GO Transit Services in Hamilton Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 7, 20250 Metrolinx is expanding its GO Transit train service through Hamilton later this month, with all existing Niagara-bound trains on the Lakeshore West line scheduled to stop at West Harbour GO Station from 17 May. This change will provide additional weekday and weekend train options for passengers travelling through the area. Weekday
Free VIA Rail Travel for Children and Youths Under Canada Strong Pass Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 2, 20250 Children and young people under the age of 18 will be able to travel for free on VIA Rail this summer when accompanied by a parent, as part of the federal government’s new Canada Strong Pass initiative. The programme was announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s newly reelected Liberal government and
Ontario: Track Upgrades Complete at West Harbour GO Rail Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 14, 20250 The Government of Ontario has completed construction upgrades at West Harbour GO Station in Hamilton, improving travel times and increasing service options for passengers on the Lakeshore West corridor. The project is part of a broader plan to enhance GO Transit across the Greater Golden Horseshoe region. West Harbour GO Station previously
Ontario: Final Tunnelling Begins on Eglinton Crosstown West Extension Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 10, 20250 The Ontario government has commenced tunnelling on the final segment of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, marking a significant milestone in expanding rapid transit in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The nine-kilometre extension will add seven new stations, linking the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (LRT) to areas from Scarborough to
Québec – Toronto High Frequency Rail study awarded funding Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 27, 20190 CANADA: The government and Canada Infrastructure Bank announced a total of C$71·1m of funding on June 25 to support the further development of VIA Rail’s High Frequency Rail proposal to enhance inter-city services on the Québec – Montréal – Ottawa – Toronto corridor. The corridor carried 72% of VIA Rail’s passengers