A Fast, Reliable Electric Train to Connect Québec City, Montréal and Toronto
February 20, 2024 | Montréal | VIA HFR
Photo by Josée Lecompte
Today, during an address to the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montréal, Martin Imbleau, CEO of VIA HFR, presented a rapid passenger rail project between Québec City and Toronto that has evolved considerably with the recent creation of a new federal Crown corporation entirely dedicated to its development. This is the largest transportation infrastructure project in Canada since the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway over 60 years ago.
Photo by Josée Lecompte
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Videos
HFR-TGF — Introduction
High Frequency Rail - Request for Qualifications - Information Session
High Frequency Rail - Request for Expression of Interest
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