News Summary

The Ontario government has awarded a contract to EllisDon for the construction of the Timmins-Porcupine Station. This development is a significant step towards reinstating the Northlander passenger rail services between Timmins and Toronto. The station will feature accessible washrooms, a ticket counter, and varied seating. Outdoor enhancements include an accessible platform, parking, and pedestrian pathways. The Northlander service will offer southbound and northbound routes with 16 stops, facilitating connections to Cochrane, and is expected to operate up to seven days a week.