Latest News
This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
"Canadian Pacific joins Buffett in rejecting railroad consolidation, narrowing merger prospects"
"Two major rail operators have taken themselves out of the merger game that has gripped the industry for the past month, reshaping the competitive landscape and raising the...
"VIA Rail Canada Launches Flash Sale with $35 Rail Fares"
"VIA Rail Canada has launched a three-day flash sale, featuring discounted fares across the Québec City-Windsor corridor and on select regional and long-distance routes. The...
"Hitachi Rail Signs MOU With Ontario Tech University to Support Railway Engineering Specialization"
"Signed by Hitachi Rail Canada Managing Director Ziad Rizk and Dr. Hossam Kishawy, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, the MOU "will help address the growing...
"Nova Scotia seeking to study potential of passenger rail in Halifax area"
"Nova Scotia is trying to narrow in on a consultant to study the potential for passenger rail in and around Halifax. The province issued a call Tuesday for firms to express...
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,...
"What is an 'inland port,' anyway? What you need to know about Prairie Economic Gateway"
"It's been touted as a transformational intermunicipal partnership, and a project that will create more than 30,000 jobs and generate upwards of $7 billion in economic output...
"Ottawa drops some retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. in bid to reset trade talks"
"Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Friday that Canada is removing retaliatory tariffs on some U.S. products in a bid to reset trade discussions with the White House that...
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,...
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...