Ontario Puts $138 Million Into Northlander's Return with Purchase of New Rail Line

Ontario puts $138 million into Northlander's return with purchase of new rail line

Northlander passenger rail service received a big boost from the province, which is giving $138 million to purchase 205 kilometers or railway track between North Bay and Washago

Province announces $138-million to acquire 205 km of track for Northlander

The province has invested $138-million to acquire 205 kilometres of railway track between North Bay and Washago for the Northlander passenger rail service.

Province secures $138-million track purchase for the Northlander

The 200-kilometre track acquisition secures North Bay-to-Toronto corridor for fall-winter return of passenger rail service

Ontario says it is acquiring more railway to help deliver fast, reliable Northlander service

The Ontario government is announcing the successful acquisition of 205 kilometres of railway between North Bay and Washago, marking another milestone in the province’s plan to bring back Northlander passenger rail service to Northeastern Ontario. The acquisition, which was completed in late February through a $138 million investment, secures a dedicated rail corridor that will improve on-time performance and reliability, create good-paying jobs …