Shaping Canada’s Future With a High-Speed Train

Bring our lives and cities closer together.

Toronto
Peterborough
Ottawa
Montréal
Laval
Trois-Rivières
Québec

Key Project Metrics

Nearly 1,000 km

of new electrified railway lines

300 km/h or more

speed that can reach the high-speed train

18 million Canadians

approximate population living in the Toronto-Québec City corridor

Significant Benefits for All Canadians

A high-speed rail network will boost economic prosperity by reducing commute times, connecting communities and individuals, creating job opportunities, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The annual economic impact will be equivalent to a 1.1% increase in Canada's GDP.

  • Significantly increase intercity rail passengers

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  • Enhance passenger experience in the Corridor

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  • Provide meaningful environmental benefits to support the Government of Canada’s net-zero commitment

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  • Significantly increase availability of accessible and affordable services

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  • Enable safe intercity journeys

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  • Minimize financial costs to taxpayers

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  • Contribute positively to the Government of Canada’s commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples

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    Discover the Project’s Many Benefits

    The High-Speed Rail Network will bring a wide range of benefits, transforming intercity travel, promoting sustainability, and driving economic growth.