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This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
"Nova Scotia government reviewing Sydney commuter rail study"
"Nova Scotia's deputy minister of public works says government officials are reviewing a report on commuter rail in Cape Breton to determine what track to take. Paul LaFleche...
"Ontario unveils plans it says will speed up housing, transit construction"
"The Ontario government is proposing to expand its ability to impose dense "transit-oriented communities" along public-transit lines and restrict the ability of...
"US-China tariff deal: What does it mean?"
"The US and China have agreed on a truce to lower import taxes on goods being traded between the two countries. The agreement marks a major de-escalation of the trade war...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: RFP 2025 014 - Rail Grinding Services - Ontario Northland Transportation Commission 202409007 -...
CARS Student Membership
Are you a post-secondary student interested in the railway supply industry? Looking for ways to gain industry knowledge, connect with professionals, and explore career...
Fuel Your Success with CARS: Join the Railway Revolution Today!
Are you ready to fast-track your growth in the railway industry? Joining the Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS) is your ticket to unparalleled opportunities,...
"CN Presents the 2024 Safe Handling Award to 213 Rail Shippers"
"CN today announced the winners of its 2024 Safe Handling Award. CN's Safe Handling Award recognizes customers who load freight cars with dangerous goods and meet rigorous...
"GO Trains from Hamilton to Niagara will become more frequent, and faster"
"It's taken a while to get the track work done, but starting on May 17, GO service to the Niagara area is expanding, with all existing Niagara trains on the Lakeshore West GO...
"Canadian exports to U.S. slump, but surge to other countries"
"Canadian exports to the United States slumped in March but jumped to other countries, an early sign of how U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war is upending supply chains...
CARS Student Membership
Are you a post-secondary student interested in the railway supply industry? Looking for ways to gain industry knowledge, connect with professionals, and explore career...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: RFP 2025 014 - Rail Grinding Services - Ontario Northland Transportation Commission 202409007 -...
Fuel Your Success with CARS: Join the Railway Revolution Today!
Are you ready to fast-track your growth in the railway industry? Joining the Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS) is your ticket to unparalleled opportunities,...