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Collision between train and snowplow in Scarborough results in delays

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Joshua Freeman

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A collision between a snowplow and a Via Rail train on Thursday afternoon resulted in a hours-long delay on the Lakeshore East GO line.

GO Transit said the collision occurred between Eglinton and Guildwood GO stations.

Via Train vs snowplow Crews work to remove a snowplow that was hit by a Via train in Scarborough on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.

Crews at the scene told CTV News Toronto that the plow driver was clearing the sidewalk when he got stuck on the tracks. They said the driver managed to get out of the plow before the train hit it.

Via Rail said in a statement that the collision occurred at 1:40 p.m. and involved train 644 operating between Toronto and Ottawa.

None of the 205 passengers and employees on board were injured, Via said.

“VIA Rail acknowledges that this situation, which is beyond our control, has impacted the travel plans of our customers, and we apologize for the inconvenience,” the statement read.

Train struck by snowplow Toronto Emergency crews respond following a collision between a VIA Rail train and a snowplow in Scarborough in this image provided to CP24, Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.

Scarborough Golf Club Road was closed between Dale Avenue and Confederation Drive because of the collision.