While in Churchill yesterday following the arrival of the first train in 17 months, the Prime Minister announced funding for the community.

Justin Trudeau said that his Federal Liberal government is putting more than $3.8M towards 40 projects that will increase tourism, provide skills training, and help offset the freight costs stemming from the rail closures.

He said that Ottawa is also committed to investing $43M over the next ten years to make sure that the rail line continues to operate properly.

Prime Minister Trudeau added that by opening the railway, Churchill is open to outside investments from companies like Bell.