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This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
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...
"Alstom keeps Canada moving, supporting local economies across the country"
"Alstom is a proudly Canadian player. Canada, the world's second-largest country, grew alongside its rail network. Today, the country’s rail industry is strong and plays a...
"Keep Canada Moving: Labour, Management and Supply Chain in the Rail and Maritime Sectors"
"An efficient transportation network is crucial to the smooth operation of supply chains and to Canada’s economic prosperity. While Canada’s transportation infrastructure has...
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 -...
"Ottawa, Quebec reach deal on public transit funding"
"After years of difficult negotiations, Ottawa and Quebec have reached an agreement on how new federal public transit investments will be allocated, according to...
"Canada looking to beef up forced labour laws as U.S. imposes new tariffs"
"Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday his Liberal government will soon introduce legislation on forced labour in supply chains after the Trump administration proposed a...
"Broadway Subway Project advances as train testing gets underway"
"Dynamic testing is underway on the Broadway Subway Project, marking the first time SkyTrain vehicles are operating on the new extension and advancing progress toward a fall...
"Class I Briefs: BNSF, CPKC"
"It includes wage increases totaling 17.5% over five years (18.8% compounded) with retroactive pay beginning July 1, 2025, as well as..." (Luczak , 2026) Click here for the...
"Northern BC pursues short line rail"
"Prince George is one of the province’s rail hubs. It receives trains from all over the nation. But CN is about to end its lease of one small piece of track between Lillooet...
"CN, CPKC report continued record grain movement in May"
"CN officials cited sustained export demand, ample grain supply and efficient operations across its network as responsible for the..." (Progressive Railroading , 2026) Click...
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 -...
Tee Up for Connection: Join Us at the 2026 CARS Annual Golf Tournament ⛳
Mark your calendars. One of the most anticipated events in the railway supply industry is back. The CARS 12th Annual Golf Tournament will take place on August 20, 2026, at...