The 1984 VIA Rail Canada High-Speed Rail Study

In 1984, the federal government asked VIA Rail Canada to study if high-speed rail could be a viable option in some parts of Canada. The study found that high-speed passenger trains with speeds up to 300 km/h were an option for the Toronto-Ottawa-Quebec City Corridor. Other parts of Ontario, Quebec and Alberta could have improvements also in higher-speeds.
40 years later, will we finally get high-speed trains in Canada? To read the complete 1984 study and for more information go to High Speed Rail Canada - www.highspeedrailcanada.com

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A historical artifact showcasing early high-speed rail exploration in Canada.

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Fascinating to see the foresight and ambition of VIA Rail at that time.