The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) applauds the Government of Ontario and Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy for introducing a tax credit to support Ontario’s shortline railways. This is a meaningful step forward for regional supply chains, economic development, and long-term infrastructure investment. Shortline railways are often the first link in Canada’s essential supply chains. […]
OTTAWA, January 21, 2025 – The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) today released Rail Trends 2024 – a rolling, 10-year review of financial and statistical results for the industry. “Rail doesn’t just move goods and people; it moves economies forward,” says Marc Brazeau, RAC’s President and CEO. “Rail Trends 2024 is a testament to what a strong rail […]
OTTAWA, January 16, 2025 – The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) today announced that Eric Harvey will lead RAC effective February 3, 2025. “We are very pleased to have Eric join RAC. He brings an impressive depth of knowledge and keen understanding of the rail industry and federal government to the role. As we enter […]
OTTAWA, January 10, 2025 – The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) today announced the departure of President and Chief Executive Officer Marc Brazeau, effective February 28, 2025, after nearly seven years of dedicated service. RAC Chair, Janet Drysdale, stated: “We thank Marc for his leadership and all his contributions, and we wish him well in […]
Ottawa, Nov. 27, 2024 – The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Safety Awards, recognizing the outstanding contributions of Canadian railroaders in advancing safety on the country’s rail network. Each year, RAC Safety Awards shine a spotlight on the innovative programs and proactive measures undertaken by railways […]
OTTAWA, Nov. 27, 2024 – The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) today announces the winners of its 2024 Safety Awards, recognizing outstanding innovation and leadership in advancing railway safety across the industry. This year’s winners demonstrate the industry’s dedication to fostering collaboration, reducing risks, and continuously improving safety for employees, customers, and communities. Their commitment […]
OTTAWA, September 18, 2024 – Canada’s rail industry continues to be a leader in environmental sustainability with the release of the 2022 Locomotive Emissions Monitoring (LEM) report. The report highlights advancements in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all railway sectors, reinforcing the rail industry’s role as a key player in Canada’s environmental transition. Since […]
OTTAWA, June 26, 2024 – Canada’s railways commend Senator Jean-Guy Dagenais for introducing Bill S-287 to repeal extended regulated interswitching and support Canadian railroaders and investments in Canadian supply chains. Extended interswitching drives jobs and investment to the U.S. and raises costs for Canadian consumers in the process. It does not create a single new […]
OTTAWA, May 28, 2024 – The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Janet Drysdale as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. Currently Senior Vice-President and Chief Stakeholder Relations Officer at Canadian National (CN) railway, Janet brings nearly 30 years of cross-functional leadership experience to the role. At […]
April 15, 2024 – National Capital Region (Gatineau, QC/Ottawa, ON) – Canadian Transportation Agency & Railway Association of Canada The Canadian Transportation Agency (the Agency) has been the official source of providing and maintaining Standard Point Location Codes (SPLCs) for shipping rail points in Canada for several years. The SPLCs continue to be very useful […]