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Prince Edward County Council sending letter to federal government about VIA Rail service

By Lindsey Harren Nov 10, 2026 | 11:51 PM

VIA Rail appeared on the final Prince Edward County Council agenda of the term.

On Tuesday, Councillor Kate MacNaughton’s motion about advocating for better train service was passed.

Several municipalities across eastern Ontario including in Northumberland County, have sent letters to upper levels of government after VIA Rail Canada removed the early morning commuter train, 641. The route provided support to those in the broader Quinte region, who had to get to the GTA. The route was discontinued as of October 25th.

MacNaughton said that in general beyond the regional train, fewer trains available does not help climate change goals with getting more vehicles off the road.

Prince Edward County will send a letter advocating for better train service, to Prime Minister Mark Carney and the federal transportation minister, along with Bay of Quinte MPP Chris Malette, and the leader of VIA Rail Canada. Every municipality in Ontario will also see a copy.