Category Archives: Intercity Rail

A need for high-speed rail reality (Updated)

Posted on May 19, 2017 by

With the province moving ahead on high speed rail in Southwestern Ontario, other transportation needs are being ignored Continue reading →

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GO Transit’s Grimsby problem

Posted on November 15, 2016 by

Grimsby’s a great place to go for a hike, but GO Transit passengers aren’t well served. Continue reading →

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To Stratford by Train

Posted on October 13, 2016 by

VIA Train 85 at Stratford Station, October 8, 2016 On Thanksgiving weekend, my partner and I made the trip out to Stratford to get away from Toronto for two days and see two shows: Macbeth and The Hypochondriac. Both plays … Continue reading →

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Cuba’s Hershey Train: the last interurban railway

Posted on April 28, 2016 by

Last week, my partner-in-crime and I escaped to Cuba for a short vacation. Eschewing the all-inclusive resorts at Varadero, we decided to spend our time in Havana instead. Havana is a fascinating place that’s worth exploring beyond the popular spots such as the … Continue reading →

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The future… never!

Posted on March 24, 2016 by

High speed rail: it’s an idea that has been talked about in Canada since the 1960s. But sadly, in 2016, we’re still just talking about it. I’m a big fan of passenger rail. I’ve rode on most of VIA’s network, from … Continue reading →

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