Feds announce $4.7B for new VIA Rail cars to be built in Ontario, Québec

The federal government has committed $4.7 billion to fund the production of 313 new passenger rail cars for Via Rail, marking the first time in 40 years that these vehicles will be built entirely in Canada. This initiative is part of the government's Buy Canadian Policy, aiming to bolster the domestic manufacturing sector and create jobs in Ontario and Québec. This move not only supports local economies but also signals a strategic effort to modernize Via Rail's fleet while reinforcing Canada's industrial capabilities.