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P'tit Train du Nord

During Statements by Members, a Bloc Québécois member highlighted the P’tit Train du Nord, a former railway line in the Laurentians that has become a 230-kilometre linear trail used for cycling, running, and skiing. She said the trail, marking 30 years in its current form, draws tourists, supports local businesses, and traces its roots to the railway that originally opened the region, and she invited Canadians to visit.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Marie-Hélène Gaudreau

Bloc Québécois
“The P'tit Train du Nord is an old railway line in the Laurentians that is now a 230-kilometre trail. It brings tourists to our region, helps local businesses, and gives people a place to bike, run, and ski. I invite everyone to visit this summer.”
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Mr. Speaker, the Laurentians were developed thanks to the P’tit Train du Nord, the cherished dream of Father Labelle. It was a railway line that made it possible to open up the territory and build our communities. For the past 30 years, this iconic route has sustained another mode of transportation. Today, cyclists, trekkers, runners and cross-country skiers can enjoy this long trail winding like a ribbon through our mountains, along our lakes and rivers and between our villages. Stretching over more than 230 kilometres, the P’tit Train du Nord linear park has become a key piece of tourism infrastructure for the Laurentians. It raises our region’s profile, supports local businesses and encourages active transportation and a healthy lifestyle. The P’tit Train du Nord has been part of our regional identity since the late 19th century. It is a tribute to our ability to transform our heritage into a collective resource and look ahead to a bright future. This summer, I encourage everyone to come visit the Laurentians.

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