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CargoM highlights transportation career opportunities in Montreal – Truck News
CargoM recently hosted its ninth annual Career Day to promote training and careers available in Montreal’s freight and logistics sector.
The event was held Oct. 2-3 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal and drew more…
Toronto and Montreal lead with greenwashing bans
After last week’s decision by the Toronto Transit Commission's (TTC) to ban misleading fossil fuel advertisements, the City of Toronto's infrastructure committee approved a similar motion on Friday. This policy, which goes before City…
Explainer on port strikes economic harm
Breadcrumb Trail LinksEconomyTransportationIssues including wages, inflation and automation have sent thousands of longshoremen to the picket linesPublished Oct 02, 2024 • Last updated 4 days ago • 5 minute read You can save this…
Lack of food, water and toilets: Via Rail passengers fume after being stranded 10 hours in
Via Rail passengers are speaking out after their train from Montreal to Quebec City broke down, leaving them stranded for about 10 hours over the long weekend with a lack of food, water and access to a toilet for prolonged intervals. …
Here’s how the railway work stoppage will affect your commute in and around Montreal | CBC
Thousands of commuters in and around the island of Montreal will have to get creative with their routes into the city after Canada's two main railway companies locked out its employees Thursday. Both the Canadian Pacific Kansas City…
Expert: How does public opinion impact Montreal’s major transit projects?
A recent study of 3884 people reveals differing public opinions on Montréal's Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. While the LRT (REM) was favored for its extensive coverage and potential regional benefits, it…
How to Travel From Montreal to Quebec City by Train, Bus, Car, and Plane
Time
Cost
Best For
Train
3 hours, 15 minutes
from $63
Enjoying the journey
Bus
3 hours, 15 minutes
from $68
Traveling on a budget
Flight
45 minutes
from $123 (one-way)
Arriving quickly
Car
2 hours, 45 minutes…
McGill University – How does public opinion impact Montreal’s major transit projects?
A recent study of 3884 people reveals differing public opinions on Montréal's Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. While the LRT (REM) was favored for its extensive coverage and potential regional benefits, it…
CN, CPKC lockouts leave Exo scrambling to find alternatives
Breadcrumb Trail LinksNewsLocal NewsQuebecThe national shutdown has led to the suspension of three Exo commuter train services in Montreal: Line 11 (Vaudreuil/Hudson), Line 12 (St-Jérôme) and Line 14 (Candiac).Published Aug 22, 2024 • …
Bye, OPUS cards — Here’s when Montreal transit riders can expect to pay with smartphones
Montreal's public transportation authority has taken the first step toward giving transit riders the option to trade OPUS cards for smartphones. So, kiss your OPUS card goodbye (though not actually because it's probably filthy and you'll…