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Glad to see the Malahat get at least a little civilized. My family and I rode it RT Victoria-Courtenay about 7-8 years ago. Despite the great scenery, train was decidedly third world. No advanced notice regarding food or drink. Nothing available on the train or at any of the completely boarded-up stations--not even water or a soft drink machine. Fortunately, the crew let me and my son (about 11 or 12), along with one other passenger, get off and literally run to a grocery store several blocks away in Courtenay to get sandwiches and some drinks, and they held the train for us to get back. It was obvious they were very familiar with the problem, were gracious to accommodate, and didn't like the situation one bit. At least the truck can get some relief to the pax. I never understood why they kept the doors locked between the two cars (both were being used). Maybe one of you Canadians knows, eh?? In contrast, even though it was tourist, BC Rail's Royal Hudson operation, which we also rode that trip, was outstanding. I'm sure that's missed. Despite VIA, I've never heard anything even resembling bad about The Canadian. Would love to sample it someday, when I become a billionaire so I can afford the fare.
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