Stopped train disrupts LRT service in east end

Ottawa LRT
A light rail train running along Ottawa's Confederation Line. CityNews Ottawa file photo

By Anil Jhalli

Posted Nov 19, 2023 09:22:34 AM.

Last Updated Nov 19, 2023 09:22:39 AM.

O-Train service was unavailable in the east end for a short period over the weekend due to a stopped train on the tracks.

OC Transpo posted on X just before 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov 18 that there was no service between the St. Laurent and Blair stations due to the stopped train.

Just over 90 minutes later, service resumed.

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