Canada (North America) News
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Hitachi Rail to Upgrade Toronto Subway Line 2 Signalling System
Hitachi Rail will modernise the signalling system on the Toronto Transit Commission's (TTC) Line 2 with CBTC technology.
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FIFA World Cup Boosts Vancouver Transit Ridership by More Than 600,000 Journeys
TransLink has released preliminary data showing a significant increase in public transport use during the FIFA World Cup.
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Alto and TRCA Sign Environmental Agreement for Canadian High-Speed Rail Project
Alto has signed a MoU with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to establish a framework for environmental collaboration.
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Canada's Alto High-Speed Rail Project Moves to Market Engagement Phase
Cadence has launched a market engagement process for companies interested in participating in Alto's first phase of delivery.
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Vancouver: Broadway Subway Project Starts Testing Ahead of 2027 Opening
Vancouver's Broadway Subway Project has commenced dynamic testing on completed sections of SkyTrain track.
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Canada: Metrolinx Begins Expansion of Oakville GO Station
Metrolinx has started construction work to expand Oakville GO Station to improve capacity on the Lakeshore West corridor.
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Alstom Celebrates Extension of REM to Montreal's West Island
Alstom has celebrated the official commissioning of the new Réseau express métropolitain (REM) branch to Montreal’s West Island.
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Alto Provides Update on Canada's High-Speed Rail Programme at USHSR Conference
The USHSR Conference provided an update on Alto's development, with the construction of Canada's high-speed rail line to begin from 2029.
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VIA Rail Reports Stable Ridership and Higher Revenue Despite Operational Constraints
VIA Rail Canada has reported stable passenger numbers and increased revenue for 2025, alongside operational and infrastructure pressures.
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Alto to Announce Detailed High-Speed Rail Corridor Proposal
The Alto high-speed rail project has concluded its first phase of public consultations, which will inform a more defined route alignment.
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Ontario Begins Tunnelling Work on New Toronto Subway Line
The Government of Ontario has announced the start of tunnelling on the Ontario Line, a new rapid transit route across Toronto.
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Canada: VIA Rail to Invest $150 Million in Sleeper Car Upgrades
VIA Rail Canada has announced a $150 million programme to modernise its fleet of Château and Manor sleeper cars.
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Northlander Trains Enter Testing Phase in Northern Ontario
Northlander passenger trains have entered a key testing phase in northern Ontario ahead of the rail service's planned return.
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Canada: Alto Begins 2026 Environmental Studies for High-Speed Rail Project
Alto has launched the next phase of its environmental field studies programme to develop a high-speed rail network in Canada.
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Canada: Why is Alto High-Speed Rail Not High-Frequency Rail?
Alto has addressed why the government opted for high-speed rail rather than high-frequency rail along the Québec City–Toronto corridor.
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Alstom Signs Five-Year Contract with Metrolinx for O&M Services
Alstom has signed a five-year contract renewal with Metrolinx which will see the company provide O&M services to two of its divisions.
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Ontario Acquires 205 Kilometres of Rail for Return of Northlander Service
The Ontario government has acquired 205 kilometres of railway as part of its plan to reinstate the Northlander passenger rail service.
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Alto and Cadence to Begin Market Sounding for High-Speed Rail Procurement
In Canada, Alto and Cadence will begin a phased market sounding process this month as part of preparations for major procurement activities.
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Construction Begins on Station at Toronto's East Harbour Transit Hub
Work has started on the principal station building for the East Harbour Transit Hub, a major new interchange in the eastern part of Toronto.
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Alto Details the Challenge of Winter Conditions for Canada’s High-Speed Rail Network
Planning for winter weather is a central consideration for Alto, the organisation developing a high-speed rail network in Canada.
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Metrolinx Begins Construction on Four Ontario Line Stations
Metrolinx has begun groundwork on four new stations for the Ontario Line metro route in the eastern part of Toronto.
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Canada: Hitachi Rail Confirms $30 Million Investment in New Toronto HQ
Hitachi Rail is investing nearly 30 million CAD in a new Canadian headquarters in Toronto.
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FAQs: What Will Train Tickets Cost for Canada’s Alto High-Speed Rail Service?
Alto has answered the latest questions about its proposed high-speed rail network, addressing property acquisition, noise and ticket prices.
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Canada: Hyundai Rotem to Supply High-Floor Light Rail Vehicles in Edmonton
The City of Edmonton has signed a purchase contract with Hyundai Rotem Company for a new fleet of high-floor light rail vehicles.
