Latest News
This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
"Valpo Partners with CN for Rail Safety"
"Because a vehicle or person is hit by a train every three hours, on average; and because more than 60% of these collisions happen at crossings equipped with lights and/or...
"Short Line railway pilot project announced during rail safety week"
"That’s why the Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways is allocating $100,000 for a pilot project to enhance safety at a provincially regulated... ” (McFarlane, 2025) Click here...
"Select VIA Rail trains won’t stop in eastern Ontario as non-stop Montréal–Toronto introduced this fall"
"Starting Sept. 29, VIA Rail trains 60, 61, 68 and 69 will not stop in Cornwall, Brockville, Kingston and Belleville while travelling through eastern Ontario between... ”...
"ACCIONA Wins Major Rail Project in Canada"
"The project consists of a 9.2-kilometre addition to the light rail line with seven new stations, four of which are underground, and will run from the already-constructed......
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...
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 -...
"CPKC joins forces to promote rail safety across North America"
"Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) joins Operation Lifesaver Canada (OL), and Operations Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) in the U.S. this week to raise rail safety awareness in...
"CN Police Launch Rail Safety Week 2025"
"From September 15–19, CN Police Services and CN employees will partner with cities, towns, and Indigenous communities across North America to highlight the dangers of...
"Canada Flags Alto High-Speed Rail as Priority Project"
"The project, which will be delivered by Crown corporation Alto, has been added to the Major Projects Office list, a mechanism designed to support complex national schemes...
📢 What Canadian SMEs Are Saying About U.S. Tariffs: CFIB Report Highlights Key Concerns
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has released a compelling new report titled “What We Heard: U.S. Tariffs and Canadian SMEs”, capturing the voices of...
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...