Martin Imbleau, CEO of Alto, the Crown corporation responsible for the high-speed rail line between Toronto and Quebec City, has dismissed the possibility of a station in downtown Ottawa. He emphasized that an above-ground station would disrupt the neighborhood due to space constraints, while an underground option poses significant challenges. Federal Transportation Minister Steven MacKinnon echoed these concerns, citing geotechnical issues, including the presence of a canal above the proposed site. Instead, Imbleau pointed to Tremblay Station on Tremblay Road as a more viable alternative, offering opportunities for a transportation hub that could integrate existing rail services and support future development. The first phase of the rail project aims to connect Ottawa and Montreal, with construction expected to start in 2029. Public consultations concluded recently, drawing 300,000 visitors to the project website and 10,000 attendees at open houses, indicating strong public interest in the rail initiative.