Via Rail Press Release
Updated: 2007/06/29 at 12:00 PM
VIA Rail wishes to remind passengers that while the closure of CN's Montréal-Toronto rail line as a result of a blockage at Marysville, Ontario has forced the cancellation of VIA Services between Toronto-Ottawa and Toronto-Montréal, all other VIA services are operating normal for this holiday long weekend.
VIA is unfortunately unable to provide alternate transportation on the routes affected by the rail closure.
VIA will offer a full refund for those passengers holding tickets on trains affected by this disruption in service, and will waive any fees involved for passengers who wish to change their travel plans and travel at a later date.
VIA remains in close contact with the rail operator (CN) and local law enforcement regarding the line closure. VIA anticipates returning to full service on the above routes on Saturday, June 30th, and will make every effort to accommodate additional passengers.
VIA sincerely regrets any inconvenience this disruption may cause to its passengers. Call volume has been high at its call centers. Passengers are encouraged to visit VIA's website viarail.ca which will be updated on a regular basis. Customers holding tickets for these trains or wishing further information may visit viarail.ca or call 888-VIA RAIL (842-7245).
VIA will issue updates as more information becomes available.