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Exciting developments for the Bear Train: Community invited to learn
more at upcoming event
Train poised to begin weekend-only passenger service between the
Sault and the south end of Oba Lake when funding is in place
Sault Ste. Marie, ON – The Mask-wa Transportation Association Inc. (MTA Inc.) and the Coalition for Algoma Passenger Trains (CAPT) are thrilled to invite the public and community members from the Algoma District to a special event at the Agawa Canyon Tour Train Station to hear about exciting Bear Train progress on Thursday, December 12 at 12:30 p.m.
MTA Inc., a non-profit corporation established by Missanabie Cree First
Nation is pleased to announce that after intense analysis by CPCS, a
renowned railway transportation firm, a new Bear Train Business Case has
been developed.
The new business case includes updated financial projections, which will strengthen the feasibility and viability of this initiative. Once all the necessary funding is secured, and with support from the Agawa Canyon Railroad line owner Watco, the Bear Train is poised to begin a weekend-only passenger service between Sault Ste. Marie and the south end of Oba Lake. MTA Inc. will approach federal and provincial governments in the new year to request ongoing operating funding for this service.
“This initiative is about more than transportation—it’s about a critical First
Nations project, community connections and regional economic
development,” said Chair, David MacLachlan. “We’re excited to bring this
vision closer to reality with the support of our partners and community.”
To amplify these efforts, CAPT will be launching a widespread advocacy
campaign to rally support for the Bear Train funding. Community backing is
essential to making this project a reality, as it promises significant benefits
for First Nations communities and all residents along the ACR line.
We encourage everyone to attend this important event and learn how you
can help make the Bear Train a success.