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Huron Central Railway getting some support but more needed

NDP MPP Michael Mantha says the investment in the Huron Central short line railway is welcome, both levels of government are pledging six-figure amounts, but he emphasizes a long-term solution is needed to protect thousands of jobs, largely in the steel industry.

Every dollar for Huron Central is welcome, said Mantha, who is also the NDP’s critic for Northern Development and Mines.

However, Mantha says the rail needs a long-term, stable solution that makes sure the Huron Central runs for the long term.

The funding, $980,000, will allow Huron Central Railway to run between Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie, moving products including steel and timber from Algoma, Eacom Timber and Domtar for at least a year.

Genesee & Wyoming Canada Inc.  Railway, which runs the spur had said they would shut down operations by the end of the year if they didn’t receive supportive funding.

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