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| RAC News |
January 14, 2010 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| The Railway Association of Canada - Railway Emergency Response Course | |
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The Railway industry of Canada is always asked "why don't you provide Canadian based railway emergency response training?", thus the RAC Dangerous Goods Team is proud to announce for a second year their Canadian based training course that deals with responding to dangerous goods incidents on railway property. On June 7-11, 2010 the RAC is conducting a "Railway Emergency Response" course at the Justice Institute of British Columbia in Maple Ridge, BC. |
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January 14, 2010 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| New Dangerous Goods Team brochure | |
 The RAC is pleased to introduce a new pamphlet that describes the activities and advantages of the RAC Dangerous Goods Team.This publication should be of specific interest to railways, shippers and emergency responders. Contact Information: Mr. Andy Ash Director, Dangerous Goods Phone: (905) 953-8991 andya@railcan.ca |
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December 30, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Year in Review - Canada’s Railways Hope For Better Results in 2010 | |
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Ottawa -- After a bumpy run through 2009 as the global economic slowdown cut into the demand for freight movement, Canada’s freight and passenger railways are looking forward, with hope, to better results in 2010. Cliff Mackay, President and CEO of the Railway Association of Canada said: “From all signs, the decline in freight rail traffic hit bottom during this summer and has begun to rebound. It may take a couple of years for the business to rebuild to the peaks of the mid-2000’s.” For VIA Rail and the country’s commuter rail operators, 2009 brought needed financial injections from government that will help set them on the right track to meet the expectations of their growing number of customers. Inter-city, commuter and tourist traffic totaled 72.3 million passengers in 2008, and is still growing.” |
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December 23, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Winter 2010 Edition of Interchange | |
 The 2010 Winter edition of the RAC’s quarterly magazine Interchange is now available.
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December 21, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| 2010 RAC DG Team Rates Published | |
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Dear BOE members, Please note that there will be ‘’no increase’’ in service fees provided by the RAC for plant inspections, and training services in 2010. The US exchange rate allows the RAC to maintain very competitive service fees and are in line with the Bureau of Explosives. Contact Information: Mr. Andy Ash Director, Dangerous Goods Phone: (905) 953-8991 |
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December 16, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Listen to Comments on High Speed Rail by Cliff Mackay, President and CEO, Railway Association of Canada | |
 High speed rail service in Canada would be great for travelers and provide a massive boost for the local economy with local jobs and improved tax revenues. It also brings all sorts of new industrial, commercial and residential development. The federal, Ontario and Quebec governments are to deliver a report on the issue early in the new year. Click Here |
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December 16, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Blue Flag Guide for Mechanical Employees (RAC Best Practice Circular No. 12) | |
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Effective January 1, 2010. These procedures are recommended for use on Railways operating in Canada. Workers must familiarize themselves with individual railway policies as they may be more restrictive than these minimum requirements. Contact Information: Mr. Kevin McKinnon Director Regulatory Affairs and Policy Liaison Phone: (613) 564-8101 |
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November 11, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| Congratulations RAC DG Team | |
 In 2009, the Railway Association of Canada (RAC) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Dangerous Goods Team.With the growth of the Shortline Railways on the railway scene in Canada during the 1990’s, ( the RAC currently has 52 member railways), a decision was made within the RAC Board of Directors that it was time for the RAC to expand its scope with a priority to promote and continually improve the safe handling of dangerous goods. |
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October 26, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Fall Edition of Interchange | |
 The 2009 Fall edition of the RAC’s quarterly magazine Interchange is now available.
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October 20, 2009 |
RAC News |
| 2008 Annual Report | |
 The Railway Association of Canada’s 2008 Annual Report, now available on our website, highlights the efforts by members, partners and stakeholders to take on more growth, greater workloads, and new initiatives to help sustain rail’s added value to the Canadian economy.
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July 21, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Summer Edition of Interchange | |
 The Summer edition of the RAC’s quarterly magazine Interchange is now available.
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June 29, 2009 |
RAC News |
| New Rules Respecting Minimum Qualification Standards for Railway Employees | |
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The Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities has recently approved the new Employee Qualification Rule. The new rule applies to any occupational category and any railway position directly engaged in the movement or control of equipment in yard service or on main track. It also applies to railway employees authorized to operate cranes or other machines moving equipment. This rule will eventually replace the Railway Employee Qualification Standard Regulations, CTC 1987‐3 (SOR/87‐150) once it has been repealed. The official name of the new rule will be Rules Respecting Minimum Qualification Standards for Railway Employees. Contact Information: Mr. Kevin McKinnon Director Regulatory Affairs and Policy Liaison The Railway Association of Canada Phone: (613) 564-8101 |
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June 17, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| Amended TDG Act comes into force | |
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The amendments to the 1992 Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act have gone through the House of Commons and have received Royal Assent. Highlights of the Act include Security aspects and Emergency Response Assistance Plan improvements. The amended Act has come into force as of June 16, 2009. Please see the attached Transport Canada news release for more details. Contact Information: J.A. (Andy) Ash, Director, Dangerous Goods The Railway Association of Canada Toronto, Ontario, Canada 905-953-8991 www.railcan.ca |
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June 5, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| First RAC Railway Emergency Response course at the JIBC complete | |
 From June 1 to 5, first responders and shippers attended the RAC's Dangerous Goods team "Railway Emergency Response" course at the Justice Institute of British Columbia in Maple Ridge, BC.30 students from all over Canada and one from the US learned the skills needed to safely and effectively respond to a dangerous goods incident in railway transport. The program, developed by the RAC DG Team, exposes the students to Incident Command, Site Assessment techniques, tank car valving and damage assessment, leak repair, product characteristics, flaring and transferring. |
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May 30, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| Railways, Chemical plant & Petroleum Distributor joined forces to meet local E.R Responders to exchange information during TransCAER and Operation Lifesaver Activities in the province of Quebec | |
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Transportation/Community Awareness & Emergency Response The Quebec Gatineau and St. Lawrence & Atlantic (Quebec) Inc. Railways in association with ErcoWorldwide, Distribution Upton Inc. and the Railway Association of Canada conducted TransCAER & Operation Lifesafer information sessions utilizing the safety Training tank car CCPX 911 at Buckingham, Gatineau, Boisbriand, Trois-Rivières, Upton and Richmond, Québec during the period of May 04 to May 22, 2009. |
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April 22, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Spring Interchange 2009 | |
 The Spring edition of Interchange brings you up-to-date with new developments in the locomotive fleet to enhance customer service, reduce fuel consumption and emissions and to improve fleet efficiency. On the west coast, Southern Railway of British Columbia shows how they are growing their business and in Montreal, AMT is replacing their commuter cars and power with more moden rolling stock.The hi-speed train study by Quebec, Ontario and Ottawa has started, and Viterra is expanding their 100-car capacity grain elevators. This is also the first edition of a digital version of Interchange. So welcome to this fast-changing world. |
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March 31, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| CN announces Operations leadership appointments | |
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MONTREAL - CN today announced four Operations leadership appointments effective immediately. |
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March 12, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Signing of MOU Regarding Railway Proximity in Municipalities | |
 Brock Carlton (L), CEO of FCM, Jean Perrault, President of FCM and mayor of Sherbrooke, QC, and Cliff Mackay, president and CEO of RAC, sign a memorandum of understanding regarding railway proximity in municipalities in Ottawa March 12, 2009. Photo by Blair Gable for The Canadian Press Images.
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February 23, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| Trillium Railway Hosts a Railway TransCAER | |
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On Saturday, February 21, Trillium Railway hosted a railway TransCAER (Transportation Community Awareness Emergency Response) training presentation at the Aylmer Fire Department, Aylmer, Ontario. Doug Wilson, VP, Trillium Railway and Sam Taylor, Chief, Aylmer Fire Department led lecturers from the Railway Association of Canada (Andy Ash), CN Railway (Art Vesterfelt) and IGPC Ethanol Inc.(Lori Temple). |
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February 18, 2009 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| RAC Railway Emergency Response Course | |
 The RAC Dangerous Goods Team has listened to the dangerous goods responders in Canada who asked for a Canadian based training course that deals with responding to dangerous goods incidents on railway property.On June 1-5, 2009 the RAC is conducting a "Railway Emergency Response" course at the Justice Institute of British Columbia in Maple Ridge, BC. |
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January 15, 2009 |
RAC News |
| Winter Edition of Interchange | |
 The 48-page Winter edition of Interchange, now available online, tracks current developments in the railway industry and new initiatives. Content includes a profile of Associate Supplier Member Bombardier, VIA Rail improvements, CP’s acquisition of the DME, and CN’s short line acquisitions. GO Transit’s efforts to cope with on-going growth, modern track inspection technology and introduction of electronic train brakes are part of the line-up.
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December 24, 2008 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| 2009 RAC DG Team Rates Published | |
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BOE members, In an effort for our valued members to control costs, the RAC has decided NOT to increase service fees in 2009 for plant inspections, and training. Your Railway Association of Canada, (RAC), Transportation of Dangerous Goods Specialists, will continue to invoice in Canadian dollars for BOE plant inspections and training services. (with applicable taxes applied) |
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November 27, 2008 |
RAC News |
| The Annual RAC Christmas Reception | |
 Cliff MacKay, President and CEO of the Railway Association of Canada welcomes John Baird, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities to the annual RAC Christmas reception.
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November 13, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Award Winners Announced | |
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The winners of this fall’s Railway Interiors ‘Innovation & Excellence’ Awards 2008 in Amsterdam were: Passenger Comfort Innovation of the Year – LPA Excil; Safety / Accessibility Innovation of the Year – VAG / Nuernberg Metro, line U3; Security Innovation of the Year – Bombardier SEKURFLO; Passenger Infotainment Innovation of the Year – SNCF for Connexion TGV; Refurbishment of the Year – Thalys International; Passenger Service Innovation of the Year – Virgin Trains; Design of the Year – Siemens Mobility for the Velaro E HST for RENFE, and Railway Interiors Expo Innovation of the Year Award – Sovereign Planned Services Online Ltd. The event, although smaller than 2007’s, was a success. It attracted some very senior individuals from the winning organizations to collect their Awards. Competition judges included Cliff Mackay of Ottawa, President and CEO of the Railway Association of Canada. |
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October 22, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Business Television in Vancouver | |
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Television stations across Canada and in the U.S. aired a weekly business program on the weekend, with Host Taylor Thoen, that focused on innovation, the environment and growth in the freight and passenger railways and suppliers in Canada. The program included interviews by Cliff Mackay, President and CEO of the RAC, who discussed the railways’ growing role in domestic and international trade today and their plans for the future. Intercity and commuter traffic grew by four million riders last year alone, for example. Click on the following: Video 1 (1.9 MB) Video 2 (4.3 MB) Video 3 (2.1 MB) |
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October 14, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Fall Edition of Interchange | |
 Now available, the fall edition of Interchange features CP’s new Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer Kathryn McQuade, CN’s Vice-President of Labour Relations Kim Madigan, other stories including the potash industry’s expansion of its distribution facilities, future rail fuel savings, the safety and environmental awards and U.S. Midwest flooding.
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October 9, 2008 |
RAC News |
| 2008 RAC Safety Award - CN | |
 Cliff Mackay, president and CEO of the Railway Association of Canada: Jean Ouellette and Paul Miller of CN during presentation of the safety award for the railway's initiative to train emergency responders in B.C.
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September 25, 2008 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| Understanding Railway Dangerous Goods Response | |
 Ottawa - On Thursday September 25 the dangerous goods response portion of the RAC's Railway 101 program was delivered to a class of emergency response contractors and industry personnel.This was a full one day course that consisted of a description of railway operations safety, rules and regulations, dangers at a rail incident, first response to dangerous goods, documentation, damage assessment, incident command, site assessment and a "hands on" look inside a working railway yard. |
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September 16, 2008 |
RAC News |
| 2008 Roger Cyr Award | |
 Lorrie Johnson of New Brunswick Southern Railway, Saint John, and Claude Cyr, Montreal, son of Operation Lifesaver’s late founder, Roger Cyr, received special awards during OL’s 20th annual conference in Gatineau Tuesday. Lorrie received her award for outstanding community safety initiatives. Ginette Bourgeois of Transport Canada in Moncton and OL National Director, Dan Di Tota, Ottawa, participated.
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July 31, 2008 |
RAC News |
| 2007 Annual Report | |
 The Railway Association of Canada’s 2007 Annual Report is now available on this website.
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July 21, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Summer Edition of Interchange | |
 The Summer edition of the RAC’s quarterly magazine Interchange is now available. Peter Touesnard, Northeast regional vice-president of RailAmerica, talks about his operations. Jean Tierney, Senior Director, Customer Experience discusses her career with VIA and the opportunities for employees today. First Waste Transload will remove some 37,000 truck trips from Toronto area highways and CROR will help keep employees safer at work.
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July 12, 2008 |
RAC News |
| New Railway Freight and Passenger Train Brake Inspection and Safety Rules | |
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On July 12, 2008 the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities approved the new Freight and Passenger Train Brake Inspection and Safety Rules, submitted by the RAC on behalf of the industry. The new rule has been developed to address specific safety requirements raised by Transport Canada and the Transportation Safety Board. This new rule provides for changes to address remote control operations. Some of the major changes would include brake tests, some of the tests have been combined together for easier understanding and clarity. The new Freight and Passenger Train Brake Inspection and Safety Rules were approved on July 12 but will not take effect until October 1, 2008; this will allow industry time to train all of their effected employees. Contact Information: Kevin McKinnon Operations & Regulatory Affairs Director Regulatory Affairs and Policy Liaison (613) 564-8101 kevinm@railcan.ca |
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June 23, 2008 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| “Operation 60 Minutes” a Success | |
 On June 21 and 22, the Norfolk County Fire Department conducted their annual Fire School in Courtland, Ontario.This annual school offers specialized first responder training to fire departments across Norfolk County. Surrounding counties and police are also invited to attend the training. This year, as part of the curriculum, there was a training session conducted on railway dangerous goods response called “Responding to Railway Dangerous Goods Incidents” followed the next day with an emergency exercise called “Operation 60 Minutes”. |
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June 5, 2008 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| TDG Regulations Amendment 6 Guidance Document, June 2008 | |
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Andy Ash, Manager, Dangerous Goods The Railway Association of Canada Toronto, Ontario, Canada 905-953-8991 |
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April 9, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Spring edition of Interchange | |
 The Spring issue of Interchange is full of interesting news and developments about the freight and passenger railways in Canada. You will see that the 13 short lines in Ontario contribute up to $1.2 billion to the province's economy and the local industries they serve support another $4 billion in revenue.The Ontario, Quebec and federal governments have agreed to share the $2 million cost of a high speed corridor study that will also assess the potential for private sector participation. |
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March 20, 2008 |
RAC News |
| New Track Safety Rules | |
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On March 17, 2008 the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities approved revisions to the Track Safety Rules, submitted to Transport Canada by the RAC on behalf of the industry. Key revisions include changes to the definitions of main track, siding, and sub division track to mirror the definitions that are in the new Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR). These revisions are now in effect. Kevin McKinnon Railway Association of Canada Operations & Regulatory Affairs Director Regulatory Affairs and Policy Liaison (613) 564-8101 kevinm@railcan.ca |
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March 20, 2008 |
RAC News |
| New Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) | |
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On February 26, 2008 the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities approved the new CROR, submitted by the RAC on behalf of the industry. This new document will provide for a more modern, meaningful and readily understandable operating rule book. The new rule book will also facilitate the introduction and use of new and improved technologies for safe railway operations. It will also serve to remove redundant rules and practices contained in the old CROR. The new CROR was approved on February 26 but will not take effect until May 28, 2008; this will allow industry time to train all of their effected employees. Kevin McKinnon Railway Association of Canada Operations & Regulatory Affairs Director Regulatory Affairs and Policy Liaison (613) 564-8101 kevinm@railcan.ca |
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March 7, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Industry Responds to Report On Railway Safety Act Review | |
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Ottawa – Cliff Mackay, President and CEO of the Railway Association of Canada said Canada’s railways were active participants in the Railway Safety Act review process and they look forward to further, constructive dialogue on railway safety now that the Minister has released the Panel’s recommendations. “The RAC will work with government and other stakeholders to help make the industry’s good safety record better,” said Mr. Mackay. He thanked the panel members, their staff and advisers for their efforts to deliver their report to the Minister in such a timely manner on how the Act can be improved and better managed. |
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February 25, 2008 |
RAC News |
| The Railway Association of Canada presents the Railway 101 Industry Education Series | |
 The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) presents the Railway 101 Industry Education Series. This series includes four separate courses designed to enhance participants’ understanding of the industry. The courses are developed and facilitated by industry experts and include hands‐on exercises, site tours, and interactive classroom sessions.
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February 22, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Rail - Government Interface 2008 – May 27th, 2008 | |
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Don't forget to mark your calendar for this year's not-to-be-missed 'Rail-Government Interface 2008' conference. This will take place on Tuesday, May 27th at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa.
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January 31, 2008 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| Bureau of Explosives Hazmat Seminar | |
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On May 20-22, 2008, the AAR Bureau of Explosives is hosting the 21st annual Hazmat Seminar in St. Louis, MO. This seminar is attended my major railways, shippers, regulators, suppliers and contractors and boasts a variety of seminars dealing responding to dangerous goods incidents, product information, regulations and case studies. As always, there will be a large exhibitor hall demonstrating the latest in emergency response technology and services. For more information contact: Andy Ash, Manager, Dangerous Goods The Railway Association of Canada Toronto, Ontario, Canada 905-953-8991 |
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January 18, 2008 |
Dangerous Goods News |
| 2008 RAC DG Team Rates Published | |
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BOE members, In an effort for our valued members to control costs, the RAC has decided NOT to increase service fees in 2008 for plant inspections, and training. Your Railway Association of Canada, (RAC), Transportation of Dangerous Goods Specialists, will continue to invoice in Canadian dollars for BOE plant inspections and training services. (with applicable taxes applied) |
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January 14, 2008 |
RAC News |
| Winter edition of Interchange | |
 Winter Interchange demonstrates the range of developments that are underway and planned in the Canadian railway industry. The revitalization of VIA’s fleet is the subject of the magazine’s cover feature.The story behind the new CN-CP routing protocol comes down to one million less car-miles operated annually and better customer service. |
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December 21, 2007 |
RAC News |
| Career on Track Website Launch | |
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The Railway Association of Canada is proud to announce the launch of the new Career on Track website, designed to showcase careers in the rail industry! The website profiles occupations, training and apprenticeship programs and job opportunities in rail, one of Canada’s fastest growing industries.
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November 15, 2007 |
RAC News |
| Signing a Memorandum of Understanding | |
 Transport Minister Hon. Lawrence Cannon and Railway Association President and CEO Cliff Mackay shake hands after signing a Memorandum of Understanding today that will enhance freight and passenger security in Canada. The railways in Canada transport 65 per cent of surface freight and 65 million passengers annually.
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November 15, 2007 |
RAC News |
| The Government of Canada and Railway Association of Canada Sign New Agreement on Railway Security | |
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Ottawa - The Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities and Mr. Cliff Mackay, president and chief executive officer of the Railway Association of Canada (RAC), today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen railway security. "The safety and security of the travelling public are top priorities for the Government of Canada and much has been accomplished to enhance transportation security in the past few years," said Minister Cannon. "I am pleased that our strong working relationship with the Railway Association of Canada has led to the development of a new railway security Memorandum of Understanding that will benefit all Canadians." "This agreement demonstrates the trust and respect that exist between Canada's government and the railway industry in this critical area of Canada's security," said Mr. Mackay. "Security is part of the industry's work every day, at every level of our freight and passenger operations, throughout the whole network." |
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November 1, 2007 |
RAC News |
| Globe and Mail Special Supplement: Canada's Railways - A Force in the Global Economy | |
 For Cliff Mackay, a simple statistic sums up the importance of Canada’s railway sector: two-thirds of all freight that moves in the country moves by rail.“Canada’s strength as a trading nation in a rapidly expanding global economy is underpinned by a safe, efficient and environmentally friendly railway system,” he says. |
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November 1, 2007 |
RAC News |
| Fall edition of Interchange | |
 The 68-page Fall edition of Interchange has an extensive cover feature on the opening of the new Port of Prince Rupert and associated stories on CN Worldwide’s North American operations along with rail-related intermodal developments across the nation.
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October 23, 2007 |
RAC News |
| Historic Anniversary for the Railway Association of Canada | |
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Ottawa - The Railway Association of Canada will mark the 90th anniversary of the creation of the Canadian Railway Association for National Defence today, October 23. The organization was created to expedite the flow of freight cars back from the U.S. to help the Canadian war effort during the first world war. The name was changed to the Canadian Railway War Board. Because the concept worked so well, the War Board was dissolved and the Railway Association of Canada was established on December 1, 1919. Representatives from Canada’s railways first met in Montreal to create a volunteer, national board to coordinate related industrial activities regarding the war on October 23, 1917. Its purpose was to “render the most efficient possible service to the national cause.” The timeline of the Association’s activities was to be for the duration of the war, and gave general authority to formulate a policy of operation for all or any of the railways. |
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October 19, 2007 |
RAC News |
| Proximity Panel | |
 The Railway Association of Canada’s annual general meeting in Vancouver included a panel on municipalities and railways working together to solve common problems. Shown are Cliff Mackay, RAC President and CEO; John Dalzell, CN, Montreal; Mayor Sharon Hartwell, Telkwa , B.C., Federation of Canadian Municipalities; Fred Green, CP President and CEO, Calgary; Helena Borges, Transport Canada, Ottawa; James Allen, Ottawa Central Railway; Bruce Burrows, RAC; and Capt. Gordon Houston, Vancouver and Fraser Port Authority.
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| The Railway Association of Canada - Railway Emergency Response Course | |
| New Dangerous Goods Team brochure | |
| Year in Review - Canada’s Railways Hope For Better Results in 2010 | |
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