Churchill has rail service once again.

The first train in 17 months arrived in the community yesterday evening just before 7:00pm, though it wasn’t expected to arrive until today.

The train was met at the station by many residents, including kids in costume, who according to reports were smiling, taking pictures, and hugging one another.

The arrival was celebrated today by a street party and barbecue with high profile attendees including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Full rail service is expected to resume along the line later this month.