Over a decade after the province's Northlander train service ceased passenger operations, the Ontario government is on track to bring back northeas...
The service will take passengers from Toronto's Union Station to 16 stops along the route, including Langstaff, Gormley, Washago, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge, Huntsville, South River, North Bay, Temagami, Temiskaming Shores, Englehart, Kirkland Lake , Matheson, Timmins, and Cochrane.The Northlander train service officially ceased passenger operations back in 2012, meaning the contracts mark a significant milestone in reinstating reliable transportation between Toronto and Timmins.
"Reinstating the Northlander will not only support our northern industries and resource sectors, but it will also pave the way for a more integrated transportation network that connects communities from the north to the south," said Vijay Thanigasalam, Associate Minister of Transportation. Over the next two years, new station shelters will be equipped with seating and lighting, with heating installed in Matheson, Kirkland Lake, Temiskaming Shores, Temagami, South River, Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst and Washago.
Construction of station platforms, parking areas, and pathways will begin this summer, along with track improvements to enhance rail safety and reduce derailment risks. Once reinstated, the Northlander passenger rail service will operate four to seven days a week, depending on seasonal travel demands.
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