Historian Bob Chaulk says the construction of the Halifax rail cut was such a transformational moment in the city's history, he decided to explore its story more fully. His recent book Railroaded: The Untold History of Halifax's Rail Cut chronicles the project's turbulent history. Bob Chaulk has written a book about the legacy of the Halifax rail cut. (Brian MacKay/CBC)The rail cut was born from a challenging time in the history of Halifax. Chaulk said it's the lasting, but under-recognized impact of the rail cut on modern Halifax that compelled him to write its story.

Source: CBC News December 29, 2025 16:04 UTC