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- Train Positioning and Idling during Major Track Closure Oct 23-26
Bathurst Yard - Train Positioning and Idling during Major Track Closure Oct 23-26
Expected Duration
Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 26, 2026
Working Hours
Friday 10:00 p.m. to Sunday 6:00 a.m., 24 hours
Date of Notice
Oct 11, 2026
Bathurst Yard - Train Positioning and Idling during Major Track Closure Oct 23-26
What is Happening?
Significant construction and rehabilitation work planned for select station, bridge and track infrastructure locations along the Lake Shore West corridor will require the increased capacity of the Bathurst Yard train facility to accommodate additional VIA trains. Due to insufficient wayside power capacity, trains will be idling overnight. Crews will do their best to mitigate noise impacts in the area.
What to expect
- Construction lighting may be visible from the work site.
- Where possible, lights from equipment will be positioned away from residential homes to keep light pollution levels low.
- Increased presence of construction vehicles and equipment can be expected in the work area.
Traffic Changes
- No disruptions to traffic are anticipated.
Pedestrian Access
- All pedestrian sidewalks will remain open throughout the work.
Noise and Vibration
- Residences and businesses in the area may experience noise and vibration caused by construction equipment related to this work.
- Crews will take measures to minimize disruptions to the surrounding area wherever possible.
Transit Service
- There is no anticipated impact to transit services.