Alto protestors arrive in Ottawa with petitions addressed to King, Prime Minister following 100 km walk

Summary

• Eastern Ontario residents completed a five-day, 100-kilometre "Long Walk to be Heard" from East Hawkesbury to Ottawa to protest the Alto high-speed rail project.
• The proposed rail line would connect Toronto to Quebec City with stops in Peterborough, Ottawa, Montreal, Laval, and Trois-Rivieres.
• Protesters collected signatures on petitions citing concerns regarding economic, environmental, agricultural, & long-term financial impacts.
• Councillor Kathleen O'Connell Renaud & AltNo director Kristin Muller will deliver a symbolic petition to King Charles III & Governor General Louise Arbour at Rideau Hall.
• The group demands meaningful public consultation & transparent parliamentary discussion before any land acquisition occurs.
• Alto states that consultations began early & will continue as construction on the Ottawa-to-Montreal section is scheduled to start in 2029 for an eight-year duration.