About the bypass
The project is to build a 12.5 km rail bypass in Lac-Mégantic that will relocate the railway track away from downtown Lac-Mégantic.
Project visuals
Transport Canada has prepared visuals for the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project.
Project milestones
The main steps of the project that are complete, in progress and to come.
Mitigation measures
Several mitigation measures are planned to minimize the potential impacts the project could have on the environment, the economy, and the community.
Application to the Canadian Transportation Agency
Before construction can begin, there are many regulatory steps that must be completed, including approval by the Canadian Transportation Agency.
Learn more about the application to the Canadian Transportation Agency
Newsletter
Updated information on the Lac-Mégantic Rail Bypass project.
Contact us
Contact Transport Canada about the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project:
- By phone: 819-237-9475
- By email: TC.InfoLacMegantic.TC@tc.gc.ca
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