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MEMO: Update on O-Train East Extension Hitachi, a train-control software sub-contractor to East-West Connectors, detected issues with its safety-critical software, that require update and reprogramming. This means that the forecast for Pre-Trial Running to start has shifted from October to November.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 23/09/2026

O-Train Stage 2 East update: We’re hearing from multiple reliable sources that the planned start of pre-trial running in early October may have been pushed back, with activity now expected to begin in November. (1/2)

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 18/09/2026

On September 26 between 10 am and 2 pm, @octranspo.com will be hosting an Open House at the future O-Train Line 1 Place d’Orléans Station. Customers can tour the new station and chat with our staff about the Line 1 East Extension.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 14/09/2026

Today marks the 7 Year Anniversary of O-Train Line 1 (September 14, 2019). 12.5km long, 13 stations, and 34 initial light-rail vehicles, the line is expected to expand to Orleans in the coming months, and westbound in 2027-2028.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 10/09/2026

OC Transpo is hopeful of starting Pre-Trial Running on the O-Train East Extension in early October. Based on information shared today at the transit committee.we can extrapolate that the likely earliest possible opening would be around mid-November. No opening date has been confirmed yet.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 08/09/2026

A quick Train Tracker update: as of September 12th, I’ll be ending my twice-daily manual camera updates. The tracker itself isn’t going anywhere — public submissions will continue, and I’ll still submit reports when I ride. Thanks to everyone who’s helped keep it going! tracker.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 06/09/2026

Stay tuned for Tuesday's video... this time for Line 1! Be sure to catch our Line 2 Summer Scenery video here: youtu.be/IsW0KeD1m0o

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 03/09/2026

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 02/09/2026

Quick update: For the next while, videos will likely be released about every 2 weeks. If opportunities come up for videos between releases—or there’s important news, developments or milestones to share—I’ll post those too! Thanks for continuing to support the channel! youtube.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 29/08/2026

August 2026 (the present). The trip in 2019 was on average 4min40sec quicker end to end. Average speed was 38.9km/h compared to today's 33.7km/h.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 29/08/2026

Doing some comparisons between the service delivered in September 2019 (Initial launch of O-Train Line 1) to the present. 2019 Station Dwell times were on average 28 sec, compared to now at 37 sec (as long as 53 sec). Stats below are for September 17, 2019. (The next post beneath is August 2026).

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 29/08/2026

O-Train Line 1 Fleet Update: Over the last 7 days, 50 unique trains were observed, equal to 80.6% of the full tracked fleet on record. Over the last 30 days, 55 unique trains were observed. Trains seen in service averaged 12.2 days each. 1 trains returned to service this week after a long absence.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 28/08/2026

**NEW** O-Train Line 1 - Trip Time Dashboard This dashboard presents end-to-end trip times, station-to-station travel times, dwell times, estimated speeds when station distances are available, and the number of approved runs behind each result. tracker.railfans.ca/ride_dashboa...

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 24/08/2026

Trying something new for our next video. Which thumbnail would you be most inclined to click? 1, 2 or 3?

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 21/08/2026

O-Train Update: Over the last 7 days, 47 unique trains were observed, equal to 75.8% of the full tracked fleet on record. Over the last 30 days, 56 unique trains were observed. 8 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days, and 0 trains returned to service these last 2 weeks after long absences.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 15/08/2026

**Final Update** Rideau Transit Maintenance (RTM) has successfully completed repairs to the damaged components of the OCS and conducted final inspections. For customers, this means that all Line 1 stations and platforms from St-Laurent to Blair are now open. FULL SERVICE HAS RESUMED.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 13/08/2026

MEMO: O-Train Line 1 Operations - August 13, 2026. O-Train Line 1 service is currently running between Tunney’s Pasture and St-Laurent after a train stopped at Cyrville around 9:50 a.m. due to a damaged component on the overhead catenary system. R1 buses are operating between St-Laurent and Blair.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 13/08/2026

Heads-Up Rail Fans! Good chance I’ll live-stream Sunday afternoon… a great opportunity to talk about the latest news and developments, and of course to answer your questions. Potentially start around 1pm. Hope you’ll join in. Details to come.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 07/08/2026

Analysis: The 30 day rolling trend continues to hold at 56, however we are seeing decreases and dips in the 7 day rolling history. This is due to an increase in the number of trains not having been seen again in service in over a week. tracker.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 07/08/2026

O-Train Fleet Update: Over the last 7 days, 49 unique trains were observed, equal to 79.0% of the full tracked fleet on record. Over the last 30 days, 56 unique trains were observed. 6 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days, and 2 trains returned to service this week. tracker.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 06/08/2026

MEMO: Clarification on O-Train West Extension. The purpose of this email is to clarify statements I provided to the media regarding the work that is ongoing on the O-Train West Extension, following the July 1 extreme weather event. from Richard Holder - Director, Rail Construction Program

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 05/08/2026

Today, LRV1117 made the first trip from Kichi Zibi, all the way to Algonquin Station. This marks a major milestone and achievement on the West extension. This LRV will next begin testing all systems and components on the alignment. Congratulations to all the teams involved today. @octranspo.com

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 31/07/2026

O-Train Line 1 Fleet Update: Over the last 7 days, 53 unique trains were observed, equal to 85.5% of the full tracked fleet. Over the last 30 days, 56 unique trains were observed. 8 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days, and 9 trains returned to service this week after long absences.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 25/07/2026

In the last 30 days, trains seen in service averaged 15.3 days each, with 6 trains appearing on 24 or more days and 13 trains seen on fewer than 10 days. Full details available at tracker.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 25/07/2026

O-Train Line 1 Fleet Update: Over the last 30 days, *48* unique trains were observed. 15 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days, and *7* trains returned to service this week after long absences. Over the last 7 days, 43 unique trains were observed, equal to 69.4% of the full tracked fleet.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 23/07/2026

The Pathway to Opening Stage 2 East is alive! We are seeing lots of Spirit from those LRVs (pun intended). 7 LRVs have returned to service in the last 7 days. 30 Day rolling total is now 45 trains (7 day total is at 42).

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 21/07/2026

UPDATE: Place d’Orléans Station. At the start of service on Monday, July 27, the temporary staircase between the pedestrian bridge and the bus platforms will be removed. Customers will be able to access the bus platforms from the new Place d'Orléans Station building using the stairs or elevator.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 18/07/2026

The reported response to this incident—including the communication, passenger care, and evacuation process—is simply unacceptable and deserves a thorough review. Photo by Omar Kops (Facebook) www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1...

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 18/07/2026

Today's REM breakdown is deeply concerning. According to CTV, passengers were trapped on a stalled train for nearly 90 minutes on a hot summer afternoon with no air conditioning. People became dizzy, and one passenger reportedly fainted. www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 17/07/2026

O-Train Line 1 Fleet Update: Over the last 7 days, 39 unique trains were observed, giving a fleet visibility of 62.9% for full tracked fleet. Over the last 30 days, 41 unique trains were observed. 22 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days, and 3 trains were observed back in service this week.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 16/07/2026

This morning, LRVs 1105 and 1110 have returned to service (absent since January). This brings our 7 day rolling total to 39, and our 30 day rolling total to 40 (the first increase in 17 days). tracker.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 15/07/2026

Hey everyone! I wanted to give you a quick update on the O-Train Tracker. Thanks everyone for the continued support. If you have any ideas, suggestions, or think you might be able to help with a camera location, please reach out!

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 15/07/2026

Due to camera problems at Cyrville, our video-reviewed train sightings will now be posted a few hours later instead of in real time. The pills on the page will show when the data has been posted, so it’s clear what’s still pending. Thanks for your patience while we work through the delay.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 10/07/2026

O-Train Line 1 - Fleet Update 🚆 Fleet visibility has stalled. Over the last 7 days, 36 unique trains were observed in service (58.1% of the tracked fleet), while 38 unique trains have been seen over the last 30 days.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 10/07/2026

Are trains testing in Orleans on O-Train Stage 2 East? YES THEY ARE.. and moving at quite an impressive speed. Seen here passing underneath Tenth Line heading towards Place d'Orleans! (Video shared by NDev)

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 10/07/2026

Improved weekday frequency on O-Train Line 1, as of August 30th ---Every 4 minutes at peak periods (from every 5 minutes) ---Every 6 minutes midday (from every 10 minutes) ---Every 7 minutes in the early evening (from every 10 minutes) ---Double-car trains on weekdays

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 04/07/2026

Over the last 7 days, 38 unique trains were observed, representing a full tracked fleet visibility of 61.3%. 24 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days. Stage 2 East to Orleans: Estimated to reach target of 54 trains for Trial Running: Sep 2, 2026, assuming current conditions continue.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 28/06/2026

Of course if you are going to talk about opening the line and a ribbon cutting… you definitely need some props.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 28/06/2026

Why Isn't Stage 2 East Open Yet? | The Story Behind the Delay NEW VIDEO THIS TUESDAY (Delayed from Monday) YouTube.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 26/06/2026

Over the last 7 days (and now also the last 30 days), 37 unique trains were observed, representing a full tracked fleet visibility of 59.7%. 25 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days. NEW THIS WEEK: The Pathway to Opening - Stage 2 East to Orleans: 37/54 needed trains available.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 26/06/2026

⚠️ O-Train Line 1 is operating every 8 minutes today after overnight damage to the overhead catenary east of uOttawa Station. Trains are using westbound platforms only at uOttawa, Lees and Hurdman. Enhanced E1 and morning R1 bus service is available while repairs are assessed.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 22/06/2026

O-Train Line 1 Fleet Update: There is a trend of acceleration of trains returning to service (absent since mid-January). 3 LRVs have returned to service in the last 24 hours. LRV1149 on Sunday and this afternoon LRVs 1117+1133 have returned. Good news is on the horizon...

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 19/06/2026

O-Train Update: Over the last 7 days, 31 unique trains were observed, giving a 50% visibility of the full tracked fleet. Over the last 30 days, 33 unique trains were observed. 30 trains have not been seen for 15 or more days, and 0 trains were observed back in service this week after long absences.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 18/06/2026

OC Transpo is temporarily reducing O-Train Line 4 weekend frequency to every 24 minutes through the fall to improve reliability while staffing is stabilized. Service may double to every 12 minutes for Cohere Centre events. Route 105 continues to serve the airport. In effect as of Sunday, June 28.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 12/06/2026

Full details at tracker.railfans.ca (Don't forget to submit your train and those you see on the tracks)! Quick reminder, O-Train Lines 2 & 4 will be closed this weekend for maintenance and track work. Replacement bus service will be in effect.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 12/06/2026

O-Train Line 1 Update: Over the last 7 days, 31 unique trains were observed, giving a fleet visibility of 50.0% for the full tracked fleet. Over the last 30 days, 34 unique trains were observed. 30 trains have not been seen for 15+ days, and 2 trains were observed back in service after long absence

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 11/06/2026

Someone is NOT impressed. Thank you for your patience.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 11/06/2026

Our web-host is currently experiencing issues (once again...). Out of an abundance of caution (and anticipation), the train tracker was moved to another host and is online. Our main RailFans website is currently unavailable. To reach the tracker directly, please visit tracker.railfans.ca

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 08/06/2026

O-Train Line 1 morning update. 12 two-car trains went out this morning. One set (1115+1127) were removed and returned to Belfast Yard, leaving 11 two-car trains in service. Target is 13 trains.

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Rail Fans Canada @railfans.ca · 07/06/2026

Our website is experiencing extended downtime due to a problem with the host. We hope to be back online as soon as possible.

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