I think it’s worth noting that Yves Desjardin-Siciliano was CEO of VIA during the initial phases of the proposal for HFR, prior to his current position. Having held that position, I had hoped he would approach this topic with greater nuance
/THE END
Downtown-to-downtown being reserved for the end is concerning, as construction of new stations outside of downtowns would add significant costs and dramatically reduce the appeal of HFR to travelers. This must be a key for any rail project that is serious about attracting riders.