Unlocking Funding for Rail Suppliers
Unlocking Funding for Rail Suppliers
A Practical Webinar for CARS Members
Date: Monday, May 5, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET
Format: Virtual Webinar
Host: Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS)
In Partnership With: CARS Member, Jedno
Invited Guest: Export Development Canada (EDC)*
*Participation is subject to confirmation
Registration opening soon!
Overview
Funding is one of the most underutilized growth tools in the rail supply sector.
With increasing tariff pressures, global competition, and rapid shifts in infrastructure and manufacturing priorities, rail suppliers face mounting pressure to remain competitive while expanding into new markets. Access to non‑dilutive capital and export‑focused financing can be a powerful lever for growth—but navigating the options is often complex.
This practical session, designed exclusively for CARS members, will demystify the funding landscape and provide a clear, actionable approach to identifying, assessing, and prioritizing the right opportunities for your business.
What You Will Learn
1. The Current Funding Landscape
An overview of relevant federal and regional funding programs, including emerging opportunities tied to tariff response, market diversification, advanced manufacturing, and export growth. Learn what funding is available now and what’s coming next.
2. How to Assess Fit and Readiness
Not every funding opportunity is worth pursuing. Learn how to quickly evaluate whether a program aligns with your company’s strategy, capacity, and growth plans before investing time and resources.
3. Common Mistakes That Cost Companies Funding
Understand the most frequent pitfalls in funding applications and why strong, well-run companies are often unsuccessful.
4. A Simple Framework for Decision‑Making
Walk away with a practical framework to help you decide when to pursue funding, when to pause, and how to prioritize opportunities based on effort versus potential return.
Special Guest Presentation: Export Development Canada (EDC)
Export Development Canada may join the session for a short presentation highlighting its financial solutions and risk management tools available to Canadian rail suppliers, particularly those exporting, entering new markets, or navigating trade and tariff-related challenges. Participation and agenda details are subject to confirmation.
Who Should Attend
This session is ideal for:
- Small and medium‑sized rail suppliers exploring growth or expansion
- Companies impacted by tariffs or seeking to diversify into new markets
- Leadership teams responsible for strategy, operations, or finance
- Organizations new to government funding or looking to improve their success rates
About Jedno
Jedno was founded to make funding more accessible, practical, and actionable for businesses and nonprofits. Our work has supported organizations in securing over $250M in government and partner funding, with a focus on building internal capability, not just submitting applications.