[lrt's friend]

Originally Posted by d_jeffrey

There is false information spreading that the REM will kill VIA's HSF and VIA won't be able to go to Central station from the North. There are tracks CURRENTLY being used by VIA trains that go around the mountain, it adds 18-20 minutes to the trip compared to using the tunnel directly. VIA used to have an electric tractor to push trains up the tunnel but decided for operations that going around the mountain is easier, even if it's longer.

Even with the added 20 minutes, it will still be shorter to go from Central Station to QC City from the North Shore than the current route. And for people who don't want to lose 20 minutes, they will be able to disembark at the REM station.

Thank you for the clarification. We cannot disconnect VIA service from Central Station.