Parksville Vancouver Island British Columbia - I spent my career in transportation, working in all four modes.
 
I worked for VIA Rail Canada for 12 years, working in on-board services, human resources, and loss control management.
 
Though I thoroughly enjoyed my time at VIA, I have seen no honest economic impact study, or business plan, that would support the necessary funds to invest in reconstruction, re-certification, and implementation of a passenger or freight rail business on Vancouver Island.
 
The simple issue of level crossings between Parksville and Comox are enough of a nightmare.
 
If some private entity wishes to take on the investment and pursue the issue, fine, but public funds should not be directed to a venture that really only holds nostalgia value for many, including me.
 
David Hunter.