We're thrilled to announce Mario Péloquin, President & CEO of VIA Rail Canada, as a distinguished speaker at National Railway Day 2023!

Mario brings a wealth of expertise and visionary leadership to the event. Take advantage of his insights on the future of rail transportation, innovation, and sustainability.

Join us on November 7th at the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa, Ontario, for a day of engaging discussions and networking opportunities. Register today to secure your spot at this industry-defining event!

Mario Péloquin
President and Chief Executive Officer
VIA Rail Canada

Mario Péloquin was appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer of VIA Rail in June 2023 and brings over 35 years of experience in the railway industry to his new role. His career trajectory started as an operator and then a rail traffic controller before he rose to hold senior roles focused on rail safety at Transport Canada and the Transportation Safety Board. Mr. Péloquin then transitioned into executive positions with global leaders such as Siemens Mobility, Aecom, Thales Canada, and the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority, leading significant and transformative transportation projects.

Before joining VIA Rail, he held the position of Executive Vice-President, Major Projects for the Paris-based Keolis Group. Mr. Péloquin believes profoundly that effective public transit is the key to solving many societal issues. His extensive experience and commitment to safety, operational efficiency, and innovative technology position him well to lead VIA Rail into a new era of innovation and operational excellence.
Mr. Péloquin holds an MBA from the Université du Québec à Montréal. He has also served on the boards of the Canadian Consortium for Urban Transportation Research and Innovation (CUTRIC), the Canadian Association of Railway Suppliers (CARS), the Toronto Railway Club and the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA).

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Start planning your visit to NRD 2023 this November here: 
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