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This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
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,...
"Via Rail plans to use refurbished cars to improve Halifax-Montreal service"
"Via Rail wants to use refurbished railcars to improve service between Halifax and Montreal, but the CEO of the Crown corporation can't say whether doing so will increase the...
"Carney says Canada to curb steel imports to protect industry"
"Prime Minister Mark Carney is introducing a series of protective trade measures for Canadian steel mills, including additional limits on imports even from countries with...
"More frequent trains, expanded storage touted at Port of Churchill in northern Manitoba"
"The company that owns a rail line and port in northern Manitoba has increased its capacity to transport goods, as governments eye potential growth in trade through Hudson...
"Calgary Transit launches new mobile ticket validation process"
"Calgary Transit is introducing new rules to prevent free rides. Starting July 16, CTrain riders will be required to validate their mobile tickets before entering train...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: T06AE25470 - Request for Bids for the Supply of Maintenance Kits for LFLRV Bid NO. T06AE25470 -...
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...
Upcoming CARS Member Exclusive Events – Save the Dates!
We’re excited to share a reminder of some incredible CARS-exclusive events happening throughout the remainder of 2025. These events are designed to foster valuable...
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,...
"Vancouver's next generation SkyTrain cars enter service"
"The first of the Mark V automated light metro trainsets which Alstom is supplying for Vancouver's SkyTrain entered service on the Expo Line on July 10. Vancouver transport...
"Canadian Pacific Kansas City counts on its broad reach, partnership bent to lure more industrial development"
"Canadian Pacific Kansas City sales executive Coby Bullard recently met with transportation decision-makers at GE Appliances' headquarters in Louisville, Kentucky. Bullard...
"Trump threatens 35% tariffs on Canadian goods starting Aug. 1"
"U.S. President Donald Trump said he would impose 35-per-cent tariffs on imports from Canada starting Aug 1, upping pressure on Ottawa as it seeks to secure a deal with the...