by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Dec 27, 2024 | Ontario, Ontario Northland, Trains
As winter blankets Ontario in a soft layer of snow, nostalgia fills the air for many who remember the iconic Ontario Northlander train service. This beloved rail line, which once connected communities from Toronto to Northern Ontario, is set to make a triumphant...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Jun 24, 2024 | Etobicoke, GTA Development, Mississauga, Public Transit, Trains
Major Milestone for Eglinton Crosstown West Extension The Ontario government has finished tunnelling the western underground portion of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, marking a significant milestone in the province’s plan to create a reliable and continuous...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | May 28, 2024 | Canada, Info, Trains
VIA Rail’s 2030 Strategic Plan is a bold and ambitious road-map that aims to redefine the future of sustainable travel across Canada. The comprehensive plan outlines a series of concrete actions designed to enhance the passenger rail experience, strengthen...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | May 28, 2024 | Alberta, Calgary, Edmonton, Trains
The Alberta government is moving forward with a master plan aimed to further connect the province through increased rail service. Premier Danielle Smith was joined by Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors, Devin Dreeshan, at Heritage Park in Calgary for...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | May 28, 2024 | Barrie, Bolton, Brantford, Cambridge, Durham, GO Transit, London, Ontario, Peterborough, Public Transit, Trains, Uxbridge
Ontario’s transportation infrastructure is in need of rapid expansion, and one of the most straightforward solutions lies in enhancing the GO Transit system. By extending its reach to cities like Uxbridge, Bolton, Cambridge, Peterborough, London, Brantford,...
by thegtapatriot@yahoo.ca | Dec 12, 2023 | Canada, History, Public Transit, Technology, Trains
I’ve always wondered how Canada made strides in rail technology only to fall behind in high-speed infrastructure. What could have been? Interestingly, Japan’s original high-speed trains share similarities with the Turbo Train (slightly – in looks),...