WSC 2.2 Canada High Speed Rail

What percentage of Via Rail train trips were on time in the third quarter of 2023?

• 75%

• 60%

• 50%

• 30%

How long does the average train trip between Montreal and Toronto take?

• 3 hours and 45 minutes

• 4 hours and 30 minutes

• 5 hours and 8 minutes

• 6 hours and 15 minutes

Which of the following is NOT listed as a reason people prefer trains?

• Avoiding long security lines

• Avoiding airport parking fees

• Being able to reach their destinations faster than driving

• Having an extensive rail network across Canada

Which G7 country does not have a high-speed rail network?

• Japan

• Italy

• Canada

• France

Which two corridors are seen as the most likely candidates for a high-speed rail project in Canada?

• Toronto to Vancouver and Ottawa to Montreal

• Windsor to Quebec City and Calgary to Edmonton

• Halifax to Quebec City and Vancouver to Calgary

• Toronto to New York and Vancouver to Seattle

What is the estimated cost range for high-speed rail projects in Canada?

• $2–$10 billion

• $6–$40 billion

• $50–$100 billion

• $120–$200 billion

What has historically happened after studies on high-speed rail are completed?

• The projects receive immediate government funding

• Private companies step in to fund construction

• The plans are shelved due to financial concerns

• Construction begins within a few months

Why did Ontario’s Kathleen Wynne and Alberta’s Alison Redford fail to implement high-speed rail?

• There was no public support for rail travel

• The financial investment was too high

• There were technological issues with rail construction

• High-speed trains were banned in Canada

How much did California’s high-speed rail project cost compared to its original estimate?

• It stayed within budget

• It exceeded the budget by 10%

• It rose from $30 billion to $130 billion

• It was canceled before completion

What percentage of railway tracks does Via Rail actually own?

• 100%

• 50%

• 25%

• 3%