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Northlander train begins final testing before service resumes this year
The province says the train has entered final testing and will carry 169 passengers per set when service resumes later this year.
- On Thursday, Premier Doug Ford visited North Bay to mark the latest phase of the Northlander passenger rail service's return, 14 years after the previous government cancelled the route.
- The previous government discontinued the service in 2012, citing low ridership and high costs; during his 2018 election campaign, Ford pledged to restore the passenger rail link connecting Toronto and Timmins.
- Launch fares will be approximately 10 per cent above standard Ontario Northland bus rates, with discounts for seniors and students. The train is currently undergoing rigorous testing, including emergency exercises and staff training.
- Responding to criticism regarding the proposed overnight schedule, Ford stated anyone complaining "needs to get their head shaken," emphasizing the significant investment to provide rail access to 16 northern locations.
- Service is expected to resume later this year, connecting Northern Ontario communities to Toronto. This project aims to support local industries and provide reliable transportation for medical appointments and employment opportunities.
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Kirkland Lake Northern NewsLong-awaited Northlander fare schedule released
Ontario Northland released its fare schedule Thursday following a visit from Premier Doug Ford.
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Northlander train begins final testing before service resumes this year
The return of passenger rail service connecting northern Ontario to the south took another step forward Thursday as the Northlander began full testing of the routes and all systems needed before the trains are relaunched.
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