High-Speed Rail Canada - TGV - Train à grande vitesse au Canada

Consultant Michael Schabas has released updated Alto Conceptual Design and Business Case V3,August 2026.  Explained as a new, improved and expanded version of my Conceptual design and Business Case.  It addresses the route via 401 and serving Belleville, Kingston and Brockville. It also responds to Alto’s consultation and some  “research” papers they have released.   ALTO - The Economic Opportunity of High-Speed Rail August 2026 This document outlines the current assessment of Alto’s value. The analysis is grounded, the methodologies are transparent, and the proposed benefits hold across a wide range of scenarios. Beyond the economic and financial outcomes, this document also explores what Alto could mean for Canadians in their daily lives.The evidence shows that Alto delivers significant economic and financial benefits. Alto will deliver direct benefits to Canadians estimated to ~$49.5 billion and will deliver a step-change in economic performance, raising GDP ...