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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....
"TerraMarine selected as preferred proponent for Roberts Bank Terminal 2 marine works"
"The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has selected TerraMarine as the preferred proponent for the landmass and wharf component of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. This...
"TTC prepares to install automatic train signalling, promises more frequent service"
"Toronto's transit agency has signed an agreement to replace the signals used on Line 2, the Bloor-Danforth line, a more it says will allow trains to run more often and with...
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...
"Government of Canada seeks proposals to improve rail safety"
"Through the Rail Safety Improvement Program, the Government of Canada is investing in infrastructure enhancements, innovative technologies, research initiatives, climate...
"Transport Canada announces upcoming changes to strengthen required training and certification standards for railway workers"
"The Railway Personnel Training and Qualifications Regulations have been published in the Canada Gazette, Part II, and will come into effect in..." (Transport Canada , 2026)...
"Station upgrades continue to improve customer accessibility on SkyTrain"
"TransLink is continuing to modernize SkyTrain stations and improve accessibility across the system. Later this month, elevators will be replaced at Burrard and Royal Oak...
"Update: B.C. commits to keep Squamish-100 Mile House rail corridor public"
"As the first phase of the advance notice period ended for CN on July 11, CN can now advertise its railway operating rights, allowing any interested operators to take over...
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 -...