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This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
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"G7 Business leaders urge removal of trade barriers"
"Business leaders from the Group of Seven advanced economies urged member countries to lift trade restrictions and invest in critical minerals to reduce supply chain...
"Metrolinx quietly drops Deutsche Bahn, Aecon from multibillion-dollar GO expansion project"
"The province's transit agency has dropped Deutsche Bahn, Germany's national rail company, and Canadian construction company Aecon Group from its multibillion dollar GO...
"Ontario introduces tax credit for short lines"
"Ontario government officials have introduces in the province's 2025 budget a tax credit for short lines that invest in track maintenance and rehabilitation projects. The...
"Slade outlines options for Carbonear's rusting locomotive"
"The committee looking into what to do with the aging locomotive on display in downtown Carbonear has presented council with a list of options that range from restoring it to...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: RFP 2025 014 - Rail Grinding Services - Ontario Northland Transportation Commission 202409007 -...
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...
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,...
"Rail enters calm labour seas"
"Canada's two national railways are about to enter a stretch of prolonged labour peace with the major unions representing their workers... ” (Sean Pratt, 2025) Click here for...
"Tariff two-step: After pause, China-US container bookings soar 277%"
"Demand soared as shippers rushed to book space on container vessels headed to the U.S., just one day after the trade partners agreed to pause reciprocal tariffs that had...
"Ontario budget: Ford government expected to outline tariff spending plan"
"The Ford government is set to table its annual budget on Thursday afternoon, unveiling how Ontario plans to navigate an economy buffeted by United States President Donald...
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...