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![Despite government help, Hudson Bay Railway in dire need of cash](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Despite government help, Hudson Bay Railway in dire need of cash
The federal and provincial governments have poured more than $130 million into the Hudson Bay Railway and the Port of Churchill since Omnitrax Canada took over the assets in...
![Ring of Fire developer hires rail experts for corridor study](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Ring of Fire developer hires rail experts for corridor study
KWG Resources has signed on CANARAIL Consultants to conduct a rail feasibility study for the Ring of Fire and for its development partners, China Railway First Survey &...
![RSI member rate extended to CARS members to exhibit at RSI/CMA 2016 Rail Expo and Technical Conference](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
RSI member rate extended to CARS members to exhibit at RSI/CMA 2016 Rail Expo and Technical Conference
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) has extended an invitation for interested CARS members to exhibit at RSI/CMA 2016 Rail Expo and Technical Conference at the RSI member...
![Canada’s accountants lack optimism about economy: CPA Canada survey](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Canada’s accountants lack optimism about economy: CPA Canada survey
TORONTO—Professional accountants in leadership positions have reservations about how the national economy will perform over the next 12 months, according to a new survey...
![Canadian environmental agency solicits public input on proposed CN-served yard project](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Canadian environmental agency solicits public input on proposed CN-served yard project
The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA) is seeking public comments to help determine whether a federal environmental assessment is required for Pembina NGL...
![Full steam ahead for privately owned commuter rail in Ottawa](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Full steam ahead for privately owned commuter rail in Ottawa
He might be riding his proposal for a privately backed commuter train into uncharted territory, but that hasn’t dampened Joseph Potvin’s sense of optimism... To view the...
![We want money for more rapid transit, city will tell province](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
We want money for more rapid transit, city will tell province
Hamilton city councillors are still sparring over a current $1 billion LRT project. Now some have voted to ask the provincial and federal governments for more money to build...
![How a Trump presidency would affect Canada’s economy](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
How a Trump presidency would affect Canada’s economy
“President Donald Trump” is now a distinct possibility.... To view the full article please click here.
![Millions needed for neglected SkyTrain tracks](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Millions needed for neglected SkyTrain tracks
TransLink could end up spending more than $50 million to replace nearly half its Expo Line tracks after a damning consultant’s report identified a whopping 557 defects on...
![Terry Whitehead releases 58-page LRT report — to mixed reviews](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Terry Whitehead releases 58-page LRT report — to mixed reviews
Council is expected to vote in the fall to accept the Metrolinx project... To view the full article please click here.
![Faster timeline for phasing out DOT-111 tank cars](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Faster timeline for phasing out DOT-111 tank cars
Minister Garneau shortens deadline, further strengthens safe shipping of dangerous goods by rail July 25, 2016 – Montréal, Quebec – Transport Canada In 2015, more than...
![Chair Kathy Fox statement on the expedited removal of legacy tank cars for crude oil transport - Transportation Safety Board of Canada](ajax/?comaction=thumbnail&sizex=600&file=5ddc41dd8f58d.jpg)
Chair Kathy Fox statement on the expedited removal of legacy tank cars for crude oil transport - Transportation Safety Board of Canada
Gatineau, Quebec, 25 July 2016 – The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is encouraged that the Minister of Transport is expediting the removal of the...