First Northlander Trainset Arrives in Ontario

Northlander Trainset

Project Overview: 

The arrival of the first Northlander trainset in Ontario marks a significant milestone for the new era of passenger rail service in the north.

This milestone demonstrates Ontario Northland’s ongoing progress in providing a modern and accessible passenger rail service. 

In the coming months, the trainset will undergo substantial testing and commissioning, before in-service.

Two additional trainsets are being manufactured for the service, expected to be delivered in 2026.

Benefits: 

  • The Venture Trainset consists of one locomotive and three passenger cars.
  • Passengers can expect comfortable seats for long trips, power outlets and USB charging ports, LED lighting, and wider aisles. 
  • Features on board will also include in-seat service, Wi-FI and open overhead luggage space.
  • Passenger cars are equipped with spacious, mobility aid accessible washrooms and thoughtfully designed flooring to ensure safe, easy movement throughout long journeys. 
  • Each trainset features accessible boarding equipment and dedicated spaces for mobility aids, providing ample room and comfort for passengers who use mobility devices. 
  • Features including seat numbers and call-for-aid buttons are marked with Braille signage to enhance accessibility for passengers with visual impairments. 
  • Onboard announcements are delivered in both audio and visual formats, making important information clear and accessible to all passengers. 
  • Boarding and deboarding are safe and simple for everyone, with lifts enabling passengers with mobility aids to enter and exit comfortably and with confidence.