Quote Originally Posted by Detroit View Post
The reason behind it is it is seamless to the traveler. They book the ticket with the agency serving your point of origin, no need to switch trains or buy tickets from two different agencies. The Amtrak trains that currently cross into Canada switch out crews. While in the US, Amtrak crews the train and while in Canada, VIA Rail crews take over using the Amtrak's assets. People who want to travel from Toronto to NYC, would book the trip with VIA Rail. While you are on the same physical train, it operates as VIA #97 to the border than switches to an Amtrak #464 and vice-versa.
It is interesting that folks do not seem to understand this concept.. think about the airlines.. when you fly on a Delta flight, it is also partnered with loads of other airlines.. you might be flying with people who bought all of their flight and on Aeromexico even though you are on a Delta jet.