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RAIL on the right track

This day recognizes the 1885 completion of Canada’s then railway system – the driving of the last spike in the Canadian Pacific Railway and the completion of the transcontinental railway uniting Canada. As we celebrate this day & work to regain the vision of that purpose . .

It is fitting that R.A.I.L.invites you to join in the conversation. Learn about the issues affecting passenger rail service in our community and throughout Southwestern Ontario. Citizens everywhere are speaking about their concerns with VIA Rail’s current service. Share articles. E-mail us with your passenger rail needs, stories and concerns and join our Facebook page (linked to this website). Help us to find a solution…

RAIL’s Inaugural Event held Oct.26,2013 served as a magnate for Rail Experts from across Ontario & Michigan. They gathered with Jim Houston, President and Mabel Higgins, VP, Ed Banninga Treasurer & Member at Large, Doug Wilson and Filmmaker, Dan Nystedt for a parting photo after the event which drew approximately 150 people.

In response to the rapid loss of inter-city transportation options, SWEA is hosting a summit aimed at bringing together representatives from all levels of government, transportation companies and community based transportation advocacy groups. Delegates from RAIL plan to attend and look forward to seeing you there.

Register for the upcoming

Passenger Transportation Summit
Thursday, Nov. 14 at 12 noon – 4:30 in London, Ontario
Check the website for details http://swea.ca/

SWEA Invites you to add your voice to their online petition – go to this link and read what ordinary citizens are saying about their passenger rail service:
http://www.change.org/en-CA/petitions/southwestern-ontario-needs-transportation