Psst. Have you heard the latest news about the Northlander? The Government of Ontario says it’s bringing it back in 2026. No gimmicks. No more of the same old song and dance. Sometime this year, Ontario Northland will reinstate passenger rail service between Timmins and Toronto. The return of this train has been one of … Continue reading Success or failure depends how the Northlander is reintroduced
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Train service interruptions and delays create a climate of uncertainty
It’s been said that in life, there are three constants: job insecurity, taxes, and governments’ inability to provide or reinstate passenger rail in Northern Ontario within a timely manner. Procrastinating politicians, routine cancellations, and the use of rolling stock well past its best before date are just some of the issues that continue to inconvenience … Continue reading Train service interruptions and delays create a climate of uncertainty
Double standards in the deployment and delivery of train service
Northerners are once again finding themselves taking a back seat to the transportation interests and concerns of politicians in Southern Ontario. The Ministry of Transportation very recently unveiled a pilot project for GO Train service between Toronto and London — by way of Kitchener, Stratford and St Mary's. The trial runs are expected to cost … Continue reading Double standards in the deployment and delivery of train service
