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This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
"Canadian railways seek solutions to frequent labor disruptions"
"CN and CPKC have seen significant growth in their international intermodal traffic for more than a decade as Canadian ports have become gateways to..." (Stephens, 2024)...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: RFP 2024 030 - New North Bay Locomotive Sand Tower RQQ-2024-CMBS-856 - Detailed Measured Inspections...
Join the CARS & Drive the Future of Rail!
Join the Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS) and Drive the Future of Rail! Are you part of the railway industry and looking to expand your network, access new...
"City ready to reconsider 120% hike to transit passes for seniors, mayor says"
"The steep increase was floated last week as part of the city's 2025 draft budget, which proposes raising most OC Transpo fares by about about five per cent to help plug...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: RFP 2024 030 - New North Bay Locomotive Sand Tower RQQ-2024-CMBS-856 - Detailed Measured Inspections...
Join the CARS & Drive the Future of Rail!
Join the Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS) and Drive the Future of Rail! Are you part of the railway industry and looking to expand your network, access new...
"Beyond HFR: Advancing Passenger Rail Across Canada"
"Council 4000 and Local 100 have called on CN to address key issues in negotiations, including job security, compensation, and..." (Transport Action, 2024) Click here for the...
"Canada's labour board orders operations to resume at Montreal port"
"Canada on Tuesday intervened to end the labour disputes at the country's biggest ports, including Vancouver in British Columbia and Montreal in Quebec, citing economic...
"Unifor CN members to hold strike votes"
"Council 4000 and Local 100 have called on CN to address key issues in negotiations, including job security, compensation, and..." (Osman, 2024) Click here for the full...
Get Involved: Explore Committee Opportunities at CARS
Join us in shaping the future of the railway industry! At CARS, we believe our members are at the heart of everything we do. We're excited to invite you to explore the...
Get Involved: Explore Committee Opportunities at CARS
Join us in shaping the future of the railway industry! At CARS, we believe our members are at the heart of everything we do. We're excited to invite you to explore the...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: RFP 2024 030 - New North Bay Locomotive Sand Tower RQQ-2024-CMBS-856 - Detailed Measured Inspections...