Comments on: The paint has faded making the South River station look a bit tired. With talk about possible Ontario Northland passenger train service being restored, there may be hope for better days.

By: terry.oshell

terry.oshell — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:01:44 +0000

Apparently South River is applying for a grant from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corp. (NOHFC) to examine the structural integrity of the building and to develop an architectural design.

By: Paul O'Shell

Paul O'Shell — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:38:30 +0000

Here’s a little history on the South River, ON station;

https://www.exploresouthriver.ca/story/train-station/

By: BradKetchen

BradKetchen — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:25:57 +0000

@railwayguy It’s a private group that runs the station hence plaques front. I’m not sure 100% who owns it but they were nice to show us around with pictures on the walls. They even let me know that a freight had just run through (so no point in waiting round for the next one.

By: railwayguy

railwayguy — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 14:23:09 +0000

Very nice Terry, a much better looking structure than the VIA shack just beyond it. Let’s hope Premier Ford’s promise becomes a reality soon and not forgotten like so many other political announcements. Is this historic station still owned by CN or has a historical group taken it over ? Thanks for posting, John

By: Paul O'Shell

Paul O'Shell — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 13:46:56 +0000

Great photo. It brings back memories of when we had the cottage at Sundridge, also the many times working through there over the years.

By: BradKetchen

BradKetchen — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:51:25 +0000

That’s a nice wooden station that has stood the test of time. I once did a ‘band’ shot on the platform. Great to know it’s there and will get proper use.