Latest News
This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: 202509004 - P00414_Fallowfield Station Platform Refurbishment - VIA Rail Canada AB-2025-007734 -...
Funding Opportunities for Canadian Businesses and Communities You Should Know About
Navigating funding opportunities can feel overwhelming, but there are several strong programs currently available to support Canadian businesses, communities, and...
Member Feature: Universal Rail Building Connections, Creating Opportunities Through CARS
As Canada’s largest provider of track maintenance and construction services, Universal Rail is committed to keeping the country’s rail network safe, efficient, and ready for...
"Trump to hit Canada with new 50% tariff"
"U.S. President Donald Trump is moving to impose tariffs of 50 per cent on a wide range of Canadian exports, a dramatic ramping up of is trade war against his northern...
"Feds approve Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project"
"The Canadian Transportation Agency has approved the construction of a bypass to divert trains around downtown Lac-Mégantic, Que. The agency approval removes a hurdle that...
"Federal government announces strategy for Port of Vancouver"
"The MPO was established in August 2025 to advance nation-building projects faster by streamlining and accelerating regulatory approvals and by helping to structure and...
"AtkinsRéalis, Siemens Mobility to advance next phase of Québec City's TramCité project"
"AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. and Siemens Mobility have been selected by CDPQ Infra—the infrastructure development and project delivery arm of La Caisse—to advance the next phase...
Rail Transit Conference 2026: Early Bird Registration Ends July 24
Our friends at Wheel-Rail Seminars are gearing up for another valuable Rail Transit Conference, bringing together rail transit professionals to share knowledge, explore...
Mark Your Calendars: Two Signature CARS Events You Won’t Want to Miss in 2026
The Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS) is excited to bring the rail supply community together once again in 2026 with two premier industry events designed to...
Funding Opportunities for Canadian Businesses and Communities You Should Know About
Navigating funding opportunities can feel overwhelming, but there are several strong programs currently available to support Canadian businesses, communities, and...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: 202509004 - P00414_Fallowfield Station Platform Refurbishment - VIA Rail Canada AB-2025-007734 -...
"Excavation underway on four stations for Eglinton Crosstown West Extension"
"Excavation work has officially started on four new underground stations along Eglinton Avenue West at Martin Grove Road, Kiplin Avenue, Islington Avenue and Royal York Road....