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This will become the world's most northerly transit system, ~35 km near the pole than Trondheim, Norway.
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Iqaluit Transit plans to officially launch new bus service in mid-January | CBC News
The bus service will have 18 stops and will run from Apex to the airport. The exact stops haven't been announced yet.
www.cbc.ca
November 30, 2025 at 9:45 PM
This will become the world's most northerly transit system, ~35 km near the pole than Trondheim, Norway.
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This appears to be a success that other communities could learn from, because accessible transit should be responsive and flexible, fitting with people's lives and the fact plans change, rather than requiring people to book days in advance!
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New Winnipeg Transit Plus booking system leads to big service improvements: report | CBC News
The City of Winnipeg says an overhaul of the booking system for Winnipeg Transit Plus has dramatically improved service for riders with disabilities, cutting wait times and virtually eliminating missed...
www.cbc.ca
November 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
This appears to be a success that other communities could learn from, because accessible transit should be responsive and flexible, fitting with people's lives and the fact plans change, rather than requiring people to book days in advance!
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Transport is fundamental to a prosperous society. Reliable and affordable public transport is critical to making prosperity sustainable and widely shared, with access to opportunity for all.
www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/26/o...
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Public transit is nation-building. Our federal budget should reflect that
If the federal government truly believes in building communities that work for everyone, it needs to stop treating transit as secondary and start treating it as what it is: vital national…
www.nationalobserver.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Transport is fundamental to a prosperous society. Reliable and affordable public transport is critical to making prosperity sustainable and widely shared, with access to opportunity for all.
www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/26/o...
www.nationalobserver.com/2025/11/26/o...
Excellent deep dive of progress and future plans on the GO Kitchener Line:
We’re thrilled that there’s now some weekend trains from Kitchener, but what’s the hold up for the all-day frequent GO trains? We dive in here:
Waiting for the train: Why Kitchener still lacks all-day GO service
It’s a question every Waterloo Region commuter has asked while stuck on a packed GO bus or waiting in the cold at Kitchener GO: “why don’t we have reliable two-way, all-day GO train service to Toronto...
tritag.ca
November 29, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Excellent deep dive of progress and future plans on the GO Kitchener Line:
Longer gaps between stops mean faster buses but longer walks and as winter sets in, keeping sidewalks and crossing clear is essential so people can get to transit. Not everyone can leap a snowbank and even fewer of us want to!
winnipeg.citynews.ca/2025/11/24/s...
winnipeg.citynews.ca/2025/11/24/s...
Some Winnipeggers say transit redesign has hindered those with mobility issues
Some Winnipeg residents say they have been let down by the new Winnipeg Transit redesign, as it puts people who have varying mobility and use mobility devices in the city at a serious disadvantage…
winnipeg.citynews.ca
November 27, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Longer gaps between stops mean faster buses but longer walks and as winter sets in, keeping sidewalks and crossing clear is essential so people can get to transit. Not everyone can leap a snowbank and even fewer of us want to!
winnipeg.citynews.ca/2025/11/24/s...
winnipeg.citynews.ca/2025/11/24/s...
Let's put this into context:
There were 15,149 violent crimes in Winnipeg in 2024 (StatsCan).
284 of them took place on or near transit. That's 1/168,229 journeys.
Meanwhile the average risk of being involved in a violent crime in Winnipeg in any given day was 1/20,326.
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There were 15,149 violent crimes in Winnipeg in 2024 (StatsCan).
284 of them took place on or near transit. That's 1/168,229 journeys.
Meanwhile the average risk of being involved in a violent crime in Winnipeg in any given day was 1/20,326.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Winnipeg's rise in transit violence among the sharpest in Canada, data shows | CBC News
Winnipeg has seen one of the sharpest increases in violence on its transit network among Canadian cities, and although the number of reported incidents dipped slightly last year, violence across the s...
www.cbc.ca
November 26, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Let's put this into context:
There were 15,149 violent crimes in Winnipeg in 2024 (StatsCan).
284 of them took place on or near transit. That's 1/168,229 journeys.
Meanwhile the average risk of being involved in a violent crime in Winnipeg in any given day was 1/20,326.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
There were 15,149 violent crimes in Winnipeg in 2024 (StatsCan).
284 of them took place on or near transit. That's 1/168,229 journeys.
Meanwhile the average risk of being involved in a violent crime in Winnipeg in any given day was 1/20,326.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
This train has been a long time coming, but we’re very happy it’s here now!
Wow, big crowd out here in Guelph for the first weekend train. Lots of happy commuters and families going to Toronto for the day.
Thanks to everyone who pushed to convince Metrolinx that there is demand for weekend service.
Thanks to everyone who pushed to convince Metrolinx that there is demand for weekend service.
November 23, 2025 at 4:36 PM
This train has been a long time coming, but we’re very happy it’s here now!
Alto has already met with and is listening to local councils, and community meetings are planned for the winter/spring. Please look out for these and participate to ensure we get the best possible project for passengers, communities, and the environment!
www.standard-freeholder.com/news/stormon...
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Stormont Dundas Glengarry concerned about Alto's impact on rural property, service
The first presentation to SDG council from Alto led to questions from councillors, many expressing concern about outcomes of the project.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Alto has already met with and is listening to local councils, and community meetings are planned for the winter/spring. Please look out for these and participate to ensure we get the best possible project for passengers, communities, and the environment!
www.standard-freeholder.com/news/stormon...
www.standard-freeholder.com/news/stormon...
Don't miss the Canadian's 70th anniversary celebration in Vancouver today:
www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article...
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VIA Rail Marks Seven Decades of The Canadian by Celebrating the Legendary Train with Special Events, Family Activities, and an Immersive Travel Experience - Travel And Tour World
VIA Rail Canada marked a major milestone today at Vancouver’s Pacific Central Station, celebrating the 70th anniversary of The Canadian, one of Canada’s most iconic train journeys.
www.travelandtourworld.com
November 22, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Don't miss the Canadian's 70th anniversary celebration in Vancouver today:
www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article...
www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article...
What we need is a long-term steady pipeline of rail and transit investment and renewal so that manufacturing communities aren't caught in cycles of boom and bust. The "Permanent Transit Fund" should have helped but it was diluted in the federal budget.
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Buy Canadian policy doesn’t include $3B VIA Rail contract
Read the full story and comment on Tbnewswatch.com
www.tbnewswatch.com
November 22, 2025 at 12:05 AM
What we need is a long-term steady pipeline of rail and transit investment and renewal so that manufacturing communities aren't caught in cycles of boom and bust. The "Permanent Transit Fund" should have helped but it was diluted in the federal budget.
www.tbnewswatch.com/local-journa...
www.tbnewswatch.com/local-journa...
Not having to change buses to get into Victoria from the airport would be a big improvement. Cheaper parking not so much, take the bus and keep working toward train service too!
www.timescolonist.com/opinion/lett...
www.timescolonist.com/opinion/lett...
Letters Nov. 21: Direct bus to airport; make parking cheaper downtown
Readers’ letters to the editor, Victoria Times Colonist, Nov. 21, 2025.
www.timescolonist.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Not having to change buses to get into Victoria from the airport would be a big improvement. Cheaper parking not so much, take the bus and keep working toward train service too!
www.timescolonist.com/opinion/lett...
www.timescolonist.com/opinion/lett...
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I’m going to make an end-of-year update to my Canada intercity transportation map by the end of November. Let me know what bus and rail services I’m missing or changes I should be aware of.
It’s a big country and I’ll probably miss something.
seanmarshall.ca/transport-map/
It’s a big country and I’ll probably miss something.
seanmarshall.ca/transport-map/
Canada Intercity Transport Map
All of Canada’s transport links, in one map This map depicts all intercity and regional bus and rail connections in Canada. Information for each transit agency and intercity carrier is availa…
seanmarshall.ca
November 15, 2025 at 11:13 PM
I’m going to make an end-of-year update to my Canada intercity transportation map by the end of November. Let me know what bus and rail services I’m missing or changes I should be aware of.
It’s a big country and I’ll probably miss something.
seanmarshall.ca/transport-map/
It’s a big country and I’ll probably miss something.
seanmarshall.ca/transport-map/
VIA Rail will be hosting an event in Vancouver to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the "Canadian" train service. It's free but registration is required.
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70 years of The Canadian: Celebrate the Legacy | VIA Rail
From its first trip in 1955 to today, this iconic train has connected people, places and stories across nearly 4,500 km of breathtaking landscapes. As VIA Rail’s flagship long-distance service and a…
corpo.viarail.ca
November 12, 2025 at 5:50 PM
VIA Rail will be hosting an event in Vancouver to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the "Canadian" train service. It's free but registration is required.
corpo.viarail.ca/en/event/van...
corpo.viarail.ca/en/event/van...
Excellent local initiative to support tourism and passenger rail in northern Manitoba. 👏
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Dauphin Rail Museum shelters VIA Rail passengers - Trains
DAUPHIN, Manitoba, Canada — At 101 First Ave., N., stands the former Canadian Northern Railway station built in 1912. Often called “Manitoba’s most beautiful station,” the building is of the Château…
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November 11, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Excellent local initiative to support tourism and passenger rail in northern Manitoba. 👏
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65 or over? Get 20% off train travel in the Québec City–Windsor corridor until December 11, 2025.
See VIA Rail site for promo code and terms, must book five days in advance.
(We prefer affordable fares every day, but this is a good offer.)
www.viarail.ca/en/offers/se...
See VIA Rail site for promo code and terms, must book five days in advance.
(We prefer affordable fares every day, but this is a good offer.)
www.viarail.ca/en/offers/se...
Train travel and savings for seniors | VIA Rail
Enjoy train comfort, on-board services and a stress-free travel experience for seniors aged 65+ with VIA Rail! Travel with complete peace of mind!
www.viarail.ca
November 11, 2025 at 6:22 PM
65 or over? Get 20% off train travel in the Québec City–Windsor corridor until December 11, 2025.
See VIA Rail site for promo code and terms, must book five days in advance.
(We prefer affordable fares every day, but this is a good offer.)
www.viarail.ca/en/offers/se...
See VIA Rail site for promo code and terms, must book five days in advance.
(We prefer affordable fares every day, but this is a good offer.)
www.viarail.ca/en/offers/se...
A number of Metrolinx track projects that were deferred to keep trains moving during the Blue Jays Word Series run will be taking place over the next few weeks, in addition to already planned upgrade projects. Check the VIA Rail site for schedule modification details:
www.viarail.ca/en/plan/plan...
www.viarail.ca/en/plan/plan...
Train service status | VIA Rail
Restez au courant des dernières mises à jour et de l'état du service des trains sur l'ensemble de notre réseau.
www.viarail.ca
November 5, 2025 at 2:15 PM
A number of Metrolinx track projects that were deferred to keep trains moving during the Blue Jays Word Series run will be taking place over the next few weeks, in addition to already planned upgrade projects. Check the VIA Rail site for schedule modification details:
www.viarail.ca/en/plan/plan...
www.viarail.ca/en/plan/plan...
Book your Christmas holiday travel now, because with Canada's limited network of train and bus services seats will fill up quickly. If you're traveling with children, the Canada Strong Pass is back, giving them free rail travel, plus 25% discounts for youth 18-24.
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Kids Ride Free On VIA Rail From Coast To Coast This Winter. Here’s How It Works - Chatelaine
After a record summer in Canadian tourism, the Canada Strong pass is making a winter return.
chatelaine.com
November 4, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Book your Christmas holiday travel now, because with Canada's limited network of train and bus services seats will fill up quickly. If you're traveling with children, the Canada Strong Pass is back, giving them free rail travel, plus 25% discounts for youth 18-24.
chatelaine.com/living/via-r...
chatelaine.com/living/via-r...
Train stations are a link with our past as well as the present day, so its important to maintain these historic buildings at the same time as carefully adding modern accessibility features.
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Alexandria train station to receive heritage status from North Glengarry
Council agrees to designate the passenger railway station in the village under its heritage structure bylaw.
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November 4, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Train stations are a link with our past as well as the present day, so its important to maintain these historic buildings at the same time as carefully adding modern accessibility features.
www.standard-freeholder.com/news/alexand...
www.standard-freeholder.com/news/alexand...
Ces licenciements sont inacceptables ! Le Québec et le Canada doivent financer les transports en commun. Les alternatives sont la congestion routière et l’exclusion sociale, deux conséquences plus coûteuses pour les contribuables et qui nuisent au niveau de vie.
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ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...
La STM annonce l’abolition de 300 postes
La STM abolit 300 postes, alors que deux grèves s’annoncent en novembre, de la part des employés d’entretien et de la part des chauffeurs d’autobus.
ici.radio-canada.ca
October 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Ces licenciements sont inacceptables ! Le Québec et le Canada doivent financer les transports en commun. Les alternatives sont la congestion routière et l’exclusion sociale, deux conséquences plus coûteuses pour les contribuables et qui nuisent au niveau de vie.
ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...
ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...
The Mount Denis station is opening, but Crosstown LRT won't be ready to receive connecting passengers.
toronto.citynews.ca/2025/10/23/m...
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Mount Dennis GO Transit and UP Express train station set to open on Nov. 16
The attached Eglinton Crosstown LRT station won't be open in time for the launch of the Mount Dennis GO Transit and UP Express station.
toronto.citynews.ca
October 24, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The Mount Denis station is opening, but Crosstown LRT won't be ready to receive connecting passengers.
toronto.citynews.ca/2025/10/23/m...
toronto.citynews.ca/2025/10/23/m...
Dedicated lanes could soon be speeding up trips for Saskatoon bus passengers: 😀 👏
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Big changes set for downtown Saskatoon in Link bus plan | CBC News
The most significant changes are planned for First Avenue, where bus-only lanes are planned for the centre of the street, according to information and renderings on the city’s website.
www.cbc.ca
October 24, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Dedicated lanes could soon be speeding up trips for Saskatoon bus passengers: 😀 👏
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Here's an example of how a transit system can miss the mark by ending service too early in the evening. Students, shift workers, and people enjoying a night out all need to get home later in the evening:
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Education Inequality Via Transit? — The Argus
Lakehead Orillia is facing a serious transportation issue. Poorly optimised scheduling, and ineffective planning have led to a situation that can only be solved with serious consideration and reform.…
www.theargus.ca
October 23, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Here's an example of how a transit system can miss the mark by ending service too early in the evening. Students, shift workers, and people enjoying a night out all need to get home later in the evening:
www.theargus.ca/current-issu...
www.theargus.ca/current-issu...
Canada needs to move swiftly to introduce Enhanced Train Control. As well as providing necessary safety improvements, it could also have capacity benefits.
www.transportaction.ca/topics/inter...
www.transportaction.ca/topics/inter...
CN collision with Exo train attributed to lack of Enhanced Train Control
Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) investigation report (R23D0108), released on September 16, 2025, highlighted the lack of fail-safe engineering controls ensure to trains follow signal…
www.transportaction.ca
October 23, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Canada needs to move swiftly to introduce Enhanced Train Control. As well as providing necessary safety improvements, it could also have capacity benefits.
www.transportaction.ca/topics/inter...
www.transportaction.ca/topics/inter...
Updating heritage stations is a lot of work, to provide accessible and modern facilities while protecting history, but it is well worth it.
www.notllocal.com/local-news/h...
www.notllocal.com/local-news/h...
Historic Niagara Falls train station gets major upgrade
With digital displays, updated amenities and preserved Gothic Revival architecture, the newly unveiled renovations mark a new chapter for one of Ontario’s oldest railway stations
www.notllocal.com
October 22, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Updating heritage stations is a lot of work, to provide accessible and modern facilities while protecting history, but it is well worth it.
www.notllocal.com/local-news/h...
www.notllocal.com/local-news/h...
Brockville needs more service not less, including a train to Montreal before 3pm!
Growing ridership between intermediate cities is crucial to the long term future of VIA Rail corridor services once Alto HSR starts serving end-to-end trips.
www.recorder.ca/news/embarra...
Growing ridership between intermediate cities is crucial to the long term future of VIA Rail corridor services once Alto HSR starts serving end-to-end trips.
www.recorder.ca/news/embarra...
"Embarrassing": Brockville councillors slam Via cuts
Brockville councillors will vote next week on a motion urging Via Rail to maintain and possibly improve passenger rail service in the area.
www.recorder.ca
October 22, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Brockville needs more service not less, including a train to Montreal before 3pm!
Growing ridership between intermediate cities is crucial to the long term future of VIA Rail corridor services once Alto HSR starts serving end-to-end trips.
www.recorder.ca/news/embarra...
Growing ridership between intermediate cities is crucial to the long term future of VIA Rail corridor services once Alto HSR starts serving end-to-end trips.
www.recorder.ca/news/embarra...