Latest News
This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
"How GTA transit leaders plan to deliver a world class network"
"As the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) undergoes a historical infrastructure expansion, regional transit leaders are shifting focus from construction price ags to long-term...
"PQ in Power, CAQ wiped off the map: Key Takeaways from Quebec's election"
"Quebec's electoral map has been completely redrawn, with the Parti Québécois securing enough seats to form a minority government. Paul St-Pierre Plamondon succeeded in...
"In Canada, Alstom opens new opportunities for Indigenous-owned busiensses and launches dedicated supplier registration portal"
"As part of its ongoing commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in Canada, ALstom is launching a dedicated registration portal for Indigenous-owned businesses to...
"Stadler and Metra Present Battery-Electric FLIRT Train at APTA EXPO"
"Stadler and Chicago commuter rail operator Metra have presented a battery-electric FLIRT train developed for the North American market at APTA EXPO 2026. Metra ordered eight...
"Amtrak awards more than $4.1 million in Community Investment Program funding as construction advances on B&P Tunnel Replacement Program"
"Amtrak has awarded more than $4.1 million in funding to 11 West and Central Baltimore organizations to support workforce training, neighborhood improvements, youth programs,...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
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Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: Find more at:
"Alstom partners with Québec Universities to research smarter rail manufacturing"
"Alstom has established a research partnership with Université Laval, Université du Québec à Montréal and École de Technologie Supérieure to advance the use of artificial...
"CN: 'Prepared for Winter, Ready to Deliver'"
"CN has released its 2026-2027 Winter Plan outlining its preparations for meeting customer and stakeholder needs and supporting "safe, reliable service" in the months ahead....
"Ottawa and Alberta announce collaboration on Calgary-Edmonton high-speed plan"
"The Canadian government will collaborate with the province of Alberta in steps to explore the possibility of a high-speed rail line between Calgary and Edmonton, the federal...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: Find more at:
"Canada and Alberta to collaborate on High-Speed Rail"
"Canada and Alberta will establish a joint governance structure to guide collaboration, support planning activities and explore near-term activities to assess market interest...