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...
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...
"CN Opens C$750M Rail Transload Terminal in Prince Rupert"
"With global rail freight projected to expand from USD 388.5 billion in 2026 to USD 602.7 billion by 2036 at a 4.5% compound annual rate, dedicated intermodal transfer hubs...
"Canada Launches $81M Supply Chain Workforce Alliance"
"Led by Trucking HR Canada in partnership with the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA), the coalition brings together freight rail operators, motor...
“CPKC Announces C$1.8 Billion Debt Offering.”
"Until utilized for such purposes, the net proceeds may be invested in short-term investment grade securities, money market funds or..." (CPKC , 2026) “CPKC Announces C$1.8...
“Canadian Import Ban Comes into Force: The Products Barred from Entry.”
"The long list of impacted goods includes motorcycles and mopeds with petrol engines larger than 800cc, whey products and molasses, and a slew of alcoholic beverages — mainly...
CARS National Railway Day 2026: Where Canada's Rail Industry Connects, Innovates and Celebrates
Canada's railway industry continues to move forward through innovation, collaboration, and strong partnerships. This November, industry leaders, suppliers, railway...