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Amtrak Cascades Airo cab car travelling through forest near Alta, California

20.07.2026

North American Transit Projects Reach New Milestones

Alstom Flexity light rail vehicle at Churchill station on Edmonton’s Valley Line Southeast

18.07.2026

Edmonton Valley Line Southeast LRT Operations Near 99%

Toronto subway fixed-block signals near Yorkdale station

18.07.2026

TTC Line 2 signalling upgrade awarded to Hitachi

Canadian Pacific Railway is taking legal action against Maple Leaf Foods and a semi-truck driver over a train derailment that occurred south of Winnipeg in 2023, seeking over $300K in damages

26.02.2025

Canadian Pacific Railway Sues Maple Leaf Foods Over Train Derailment

Canadian Pacific Railway is suing Maple Leaf Foods and a semi-truck driver involved in a train derailment south of Winnipeg in 2023, to the tune of over $300K in damages.
The Liberal government’s privatization plans raise concerns about VIA Rail’s sustainability. A private consortium, including Caisse de Depot et Placement and AtkinsRéalis Group, will control the high-speed rail project.

24.02.2025

Concerns Grow Over VIA Rail’s Future Amid Privatization Plans

The Liberal government’s privatization plans raise concerns about VIA Rail’s sustainability. A private consortium, including Caisse de Depot et Placement and AtkinsRéalis Group, will control the high-speed rail project.
A high-speed rail link from Toronto to Quebec City could transform regional travel. The project promises faster journeys, economic benefits, and lower emissions, improving infrastructure efficiency

22.02.2025

High-speed rail link to boost economy and cut travel time in Canada

A high-speed rail link from Toronto to Quebec City could transform regional travel. The project promises faster journeys, economic benefits, and lower emissions, improving infrastructure efficiency.
The Canadian government has signed a $3.9 billion contract with the Cadence consortium to develop the first HSR in Canada

21.02.2025

HSR in Canada: Construction of the First High-Speed Rail Has Begun

The Canadian government has signed a $3. 9 billion contract with the Cadence consortium to develop the first HSR in Canada.
The Canadian government awarded a contract for a high-speed rail project connecting Toronto and Quebec City. Trudeau emphasized its economic benefits, with C$3.9 billion allocated for the development phase.

19.02.2025

Trudeau Announces Canada’s High-Speed Rail Project with C$3.9 Billion Investment

Trudeau Announces Canada’s High-Speed Rail Project with C$3. 9 Billion Investment.
A high-speed rail line will soon connect Toronto and Quebec City, revolutionizing travel. The new system will reach speeds of 300 km/h, significantly reducing travel time and improving connectivity.

19.02.2025

High-Speed Rail Line Connecting Toronto and Quebec City Announced

A high-speed rail line will soon connect Toronto and Quebec City, revolutionizing travel. The new system will reach speeds of 300 km/h, significantly reducing travel time and improving connectivity.
VIA Rail cancels 15 trains today, impacting passengers on key routes between Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal. Travelers should expect service disruptions and plan alternative transportation accordingly

19.02.2025

VIA Rail Cancels 15 Trains and Warns of Delays in Key Travel Corridor

VIA Rail cancels 15 trains today, impacting passengers on key routes between Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal. Travelers should expect service disruptions and plan alternative transportation accordingly.
Canada has announced a $23M investment in railway projects to enhance infrastructure and trade. Six key projects in Alberta and British Columbia receive funding under the National Trade Corridors Fund.

17.02.2025

Canada Invests $23M in Rail Projects to Strengthen Supply Chains

Canada has announced a $23M investment in railway projects to enhance infrastructure and trade. Six key projects in Alberta and British Columbia receive funding under the National Trade Corridors Fund.
The Montreal light rail system is preparing for a major expansion, with most lines set to open in October

15.02.2025

Montreal Light Rail System Expands With Major Launch Set for October

The Montreal light rail system is preparing for a major expansion, with most lines set to open in October. A six-week shutdown will take place before full-scale service begins for final testing.
CPKC Train Derails

14.02.2025

TCRC-MWED Secures New Collective Agreement with CPKC for Engineering Workers

TCRC-MWED has officially ratified a four-year collective agreement with CPKC, improving wages and benefits for 2,300 engineering service employees across Canada.
Canada is investing $33.1 million in six infrastructure projects to strengthen national supply chains. These strategic developments aim to improve transportation efficiency, expand trade networks, and enhance economic resilience

14.02.2025

Canada Invests $33.1 Million to Strengthen National Supply Chains

Canada is investing $33. 1 million in six infrastructure projects to strengthen national supply chains.

14.02.2025

Guelph Backs Metrolinx Plan for Regional Transit Expansion

Guelph Supports Metrolinx Transit Expansion Plan. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.