Via Rail's booking engine states the following about the Chaleur (again):
Thanks for your help!
As I suffer from busophobia, could somebody give me advice on whether this situation will last until mid-august when we plan to travel? I called VIA rail but they aren't really able to give me a final word about it, as the schedule for august seems to be not official yet.Travel advisory!
Due to operational issues, trains 16 and 17 will be replaced by bus service between New Carlisle and Gaspé.
Thanks for your help!