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Kingston Council pushes back against Via Rail service cuts

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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What happened

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Kingston Council supported a motion calling for Via Rail to reverse recent service changes affecting the Québec City-Windsor corridor. The changes, which were set to take effect on October 25, would reduce train service in Kingston by eight trains per week. Mayor Bryan Paterson put forward the motion, stating he was exasperated with Via Rail. The motion also requested Via Rail provide the ridership data that informed the changes.

From cfrc.ca

Why it matters

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The service reduction impacts connectivity across Eastern Ontario. The motion calls on the federal Minister of Transport to prioritize intercity passenger rail. The City of Kingston plans to coordinate advocacy with other Eastern Ontario municipalities regarding the service changes.

From cfrc.ca

Who's involved

  • Bryan PatersonMayor of Kingston who opposed Via Rail service changes
  • Via RailNational inter-city passenger rail operator implementing service changes
  • KingstonCity where the service cuts will affect local connectivity

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