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PEAK AND OFF PEAK DATES 2009

• Please use the above rates as a guide, use the enquiry form for a Free valid quotation.
• Off-peak season: Jan 01 to May 31 and Oct 16 to Dec 31, 2009
• Peak season: Jun 1 to Oct 15, 2009

Passengers who's travel dates include any portion of the peak season must purchase a peak pass.

• Adult
• Child: 2 - 11 years
• Senior: 60+

General

• Residents of Canada are eligible to purchase and use a Canrail Pass
• Passes are valid for comfort class (economy) travel. A supplement is payable for VIA 1 class and sleeper accommodation.
• A ticket/reservation must be obtained for each journey. It is recommended to book early as Comfort Class seats for passholders are limited.
• First date of use and first leg of journey must be advised at time of booking.
• During the peak summer season, an upgrade to Silver & Blue class (between Vancouver and Toronto) and to Totem and Totem Deluxe classes (between Prince Rupert and Jasper) can only be arranged in the 21 days prior to departure.
• Age, school ID card or age and ISIC card are required for student fares and must be produced locally on request.

• Costs are subject to change weekly due to the exchange rate
• All Canadian bookings need to be paid within 14 days of loading the booking or the booking will auto cancel.
• Passes are valid for comfort class (economy) travel. A supplement is payable for VIA 1 class and sleeper accommodation.
• A ticket/reservation must be obtained for each journey. It is recommended to book early as Comfort Class seats for passholders are limited
• First date of use and first leg of journey must be advised at time of booking.
• During the peak summer season, an upgrade to Silver & Blue class (between Vancouver and Toronto) and to Totem and Totem Deluxe classes (between Prince Rupert and Jasper) can only be arranged in the 21 days prior to departure.
• Child Age: 2-11 years inclusive.
• Seniors: 60+ years of age.
• All passes are subject to a non-refundable Issuance Fee of AUD 10 / NZD 15 per pass.

• Passes must be presented for refund unused and with all tickets issued against the card have been surrendered.
• Unused tickets must be returned marked "cancelled" by a VIA rail official
• Once a Canrailpass has been used it is totally non-refundable.
• Canrailpasses are not transferable and cannot be refunded if lost or stolen
• GST is non refundable
• A 25% cancellation fee applies to totally unused passes returned with 1 year of issuing date.

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FAQ's
What is a Canrail Pass?
The Canrail Pass gives you unlimited travel on VIA Rail trains throughout Canada. It's the perfect choice for people who want to go a long way on a limited budget.

What are the child/students/senior ages?
Children: 2-11 years inclusive
Students: 12-17 years inclusive, 18+ yrs with ISIC card
Seniors: 60+ years of age

Can I reserve seats in conjunction with my Pass?
A ticket/reservation must be obtained for each journey. It is recommended to book early as Comfort Class seats for passholders are limited. First date of use and first leg of journey must be advised at time of booking.

There is a 21 day restriction only on the Canadian in Peak season in Silver and Blue class. So, sleepers on the Canadian can only be booked within 21 days in Peak Season. There are no restrictions in Low season or for Comfort class all year round.

How much luggage can I carry on board?
Most long distance trains have a baggage carriage where you can store up to 6 pieces of luggages. Trains in southern Quebec and southern Ontario normally have no baggage car, therefore a limit of 2 pieces of luggage per person is imposed. Large or heavy (23kgs+) items must be checked in and charges apply.

Is smoking permitted on VIA Rail services?
All VIA Rail services are non-smoking. On longer journeys passengers have the opportunity to alight at various stations where smoking is permitted.

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