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Railway Association of Canada members provide safe, environmentally friendly and cost-effective transportation.
Our wheels are always turning – moving people, goods and the Canadian economy.
Canada’s rail companies are committed to developing and maintaining industry best practices in safety, innovation, emissions reduction and economic growth. Right Track is our symbol of excellence.
Canada’s railways as recovery partners post COVID-19
Moving the Economy
Enabling Canada's World-Class Supply Chain
The record investments in infrastructure and equipment earmarked in 2019 are enabling railways to better serve their customers by enhancing the safety, efficiency and resiliency of the rail network. Moving the Economy
Safety Always Boards First on Canada’s Railways
Canada's railways are the safest in North America. We're committed to safety, and our record shows it. Click to learn more. Safety and Security
Rail is Green Transportation
Railways move people and goods, while doing good. They reduce traffic on our highways, save energy and help to curb greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. Click to learn more. Sustainability
We've Come a Long Way Since the Last Spike
Today’s railways use cutting-edge technologies and process improvements to promote safety, enhance customer service and reduce their environmental footprint. Click to learn more. Innovation
Delivering Canada’s Amazing Products to the World
Canada’s freight railways move close to 900,000 tonnes of goods every day, 365 days a year. They deliver everything from the food we eat, to the cars we drive and the fuel we use to heat our homes. Click to learn more. Moving the Economy
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President's Message
The Railway Association of Canada’s President and CEO shares his thoughts about rail safety, public policy, and commonly held myths about Canada’s rail industry.
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North American Freight Rail Associations Commemorate CUSMA Implementation
OTTAWA – As the Canada-United-States-Mexico trade agreement (CUSMA) officially becomes the governing statute for commerce across North America, Marc Brazeau, president and Chief Executive Officer of the Railway Association of Canada (RAC), Iker de Luisa Plazas, Director General of Asociacion Mexicana de Ferrocarriles (AMF) and Ian Jefferies, president and CEO of the Association of American […]
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The RAC Congratulates Carole Saab on FCM CEO Appointment
The President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Bill Karsten, announced last week that Carole Saab has been named the next Chief Executive Officer of the FCM. We look forward to working with Carole on various files, such as the Proximity Initiative and wish her the best of luck in her new role. Read […]
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Together, we can ensure that Canada's railways remain globally competitive, sustainable, and most importantly, safe.
Our Publications
Our publications will provide you with the latest rail safety, economic and environmental performance information, and a perspective on the key issues facing Canada’s more than 60 freight and passenger railways.
