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Trudeau announces high-speed rail network in Toronto-Quebec City corridor

The federal government is advancing a high-speed rail network between Quebec City and Toronto, announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Trudeau stated the government will commit CDN$3.9 billion over six years for project specifics before construction begins.
The rail network allows travel from Montreal to Toronto in three hours and represents Canada's largest infrastructure project.
Martin Imbleau emphasized that a high-speed rail network is necessary for Canada as it needs alternatives to car and plane travel.

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