Factsheets & Infographics

Factsheets

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  How legalized marijuana could impact workplace safety

  Safety is a top priority for Canada’s railways. Before recreational marijuana becomes legal, governments should be on board with policies to ensure workplaces remain safe.
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  Rail relocation in Canada

  Rail relocation is the practice of moving rail lines and facilities out of urban areas. In all cases, it is an extremely complex and costly process that involves numerous stakeholders. Railways rely on their massive infrastructure to provide safe and efficient service in a competitive marketplace. In cases where existing rail facilities may not be suitable for upgrading or expansion, railways will explore relocation. However, railways will not commit to relocations that in any way impair their ability to serve their customers.

Infographics

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  2017 Provincial / Regional Profiles

  This two-sided document includes a map of Canada’s railway network and key figures related to the rail industry’s performance in 2017. Page two features a table showing provincial and regional rail industry performance data.
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  Rail Trends 2018 Infographic

  Canada's railways delivered record results in 2017 in a number of areas, reflecting the industry's commitment to performance and safety. For example, railways originated a record number of carloads - more than 5.2 million - and reduced freight rates for a second year in a row, enabling rail customers to compete in the global marketplace.
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  Enabling Canada’s world-class supply chain

  Canada’s railways’ capital investments in 2018 were a record $5 billion. Our investments are directly benefiting farmers, shippers, and the Canadian economy, and are further demonstrating the rail industry’s commitment to serving as a reliable partner within a world-class supply chain.
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  Canada's Railways: Safety Always Boards First

  Safety is a top priority for Canada’s railways, and they are committed to continuously improving their safety record. Each year, Canada’s railways launch new initiatives to improve safety, transparency and emergency preparedness, while accelerating their existing safety efforts.
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  Shortline Railways: Canada’s green transportation infrastructure

  Canada's 50-plus shortline railways transport $20.3 billion worth of freight — everything from metals, lumber, grain and manufactured goods — to and from continental rail networks, such as CN and CP's, each year.
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  Canada's Railways: Part of the climate change solution

  As a signatory to the Paris Agreement on climate change, Canada has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030. Canada’s freight and passenger railways can play a vital role in reaching that goal — through their exceptional fuel economy and longstanding commitment to reducing GHG emissions.
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  AskRail™

  The AskRail™ app is a safety tool that gives first responders immediate access to accurate, timely data about railcar contents so they can make informed decisions in the event of a rail emergency.