Ottawa should consider train passenger bill of rights, Via Rail CEO says (globalnews.ca)

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In an interview, CEO Mario Peloquin says the federal government should move toward a charter that would ensure train passengers receive compensation for long delays.

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[-] Segab@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago

Classic case of "Socialize the costs, privatize the profits"

[-] TotallyHuman@lemmy.ca 10 points 1 year ago

Via is a crown corporation, though, so aren't the profits also socialized? Correct me if I don't understand how crown corporations work.

[-] phx@lemmy.ca 5 points 1 year ago

Yes, and I believe the rail companies that are tying up the tracks likely are not, so it really is more making them pay for inefficiencies which impact the citizens taking passenger rail

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