A Fast, Reliable Electric Train to Connect Québec City, Montréal and Toronto

It is therefore an ambitious project that will involve long-term collaboration with the selected partner to ensure the project's success and sustainability, and taking into account the geography, demographics and our economy. "Taking our time now during the co-development phase is the best way to move quickly later. Let's take the time to work intelligently to propose the outlines of a solid project."

Mr. Imbleau said that Montréal will be at the heart of this transportation backbone, connecting communities from Quebec City to Toronto quickly and efficiently. This vision reinforces the city's strategic positioning as a hub and its critical role in intercity connectivity. He also stressed the need to anticipate population growth throughout the corridor to provide a solution to traffic congestion, promote the development of intercity transport and contribute to the decarbonization of the transport sector.

Meanwhile, the project is also engaged in a proactive collaboration with Indigenous communities along the corridor. "We want this project to be a true vehicle for economic reconciliation with First Nations," added Mr. Imbleau. "We will work with Indigenous communities to integrate their participation and make them partners."

Mr. Imbleau concluded by saying the project will be a catalyst for change and inviting members of the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montréal to contribute to the success of the project, as it will reduce the distance between cities and offer more development opportunities where mobility will mean connectivity and growth.