Via Rail CEO confirms isolated Labour Day train delay due to two mechanical failures, prompting an independent investigation and improvements.

Via Rail CEO Mario Péloquin testified that the recent Labour Day train delay, which stranded passengers for 10 hours between Montreal and Quebec City, was an isolated incident. While similar disruptions occurred in 2022 due to an ice storm, the latest issue arose from two mechanical failures. Ottawa has mandated an independent investigation and improvements. Though Via Rail has a new evacuation process, it would not have been applicable in this case due to safety concerns.

September 19, 2024
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