As we mentioned in various ways at parliamentary committees, the renewal of an aging fleet of vehicles is important. It will allow us to ensure the viability of the corporation over the long term, and to increase the comfort and safety of passengers, like the four million passengers who travelled on VIA Rail last year. In addition, the high-frequency trains will allow us to offer more frequent trips to passengers travelling in the Quebec-Windsor corridor. It will ensure sustainable mobility and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
On March 23rd, 2017. See this statement in context.