June 2025 – VIA Historical Association

VIA Historical Association Heritage Train Makes First Official Appearance

Jun 30, 2025 Steve Boyko

The non-profit VIA Historical Association (VHA) unveiled the first phase of its fully operable heritage train today, during a ceremony at VIA Rail Canada’s Toronto Maintenance Centre (TMC) celebrating that facility’s 40th anniversary.

Happy Birthday to the TMC

Jun 26, 2025 Steve Boyko

The VHA was pleased to participate in VIA Rail’s observation of the 40th anniversary of the Toronto Maintenance Centre. When VIA Rail was first formed, it performed maintenance in Toronto’s downtown area. VIA moved its maintenance to Mimico Yard in