There are advocacy wins, and then there are those that can fundamentally change the investment landscape for an entire economy. The federal government’s announcement of the Productivity Mega Deduction falls firmly into the second category. For years, RAC and our members have made the case for permanent tax treatment that recognizes a basic reality about […]
From Strength to Scale: Delivering More for Canada’s Exports Canada’s export system is not standing still. Over the 2025–26 crop year to date, grain shipments have reached 45.1 million metric tonnes, a 9 percent increase compared to the previous three-year average. This growth reflects strong global demand for Canadian products and the ability of our […]
Economic confidence is built on results, not reassurance. Canada enters the new year in a cautious economic environment. Businesses are watching costs closely and investment decisions are taking longer. This is a period of adjustment, and the choices made now will matter. Rail moves the majority of the country’s surface freight and carries much of […]
I became president of RAC on February 3, 2025 amid significant geopolitical and economic uncertainty. On that date, following the announcement of 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods, those U.S. measures were temporarily suspended after border security commitments from Canada. That early moment underscored the operating reality for the year ahead: complexity, […]
Summer may bring a slower pace for many sectors, but for Canada’s railways, there’s no such thing as an off-season. Freight continues to move across our trade corridors, passenger rail connects communities for vacations and family reunions, and the workforce continues to deliver safely and reliably in all weather. Over the past several months, RAC […]
What a busy month for our team at the Railway Association of Canada. From national conferences and policy engagement to hands-on training courses and campaign launches, there’s been no shortage of momentum—and it reflects the pace of an industry that keeps Canada moving every day. On May 30, I joined stakeholders at the Canada-US Trade […]
With the federal election behind us and a new government in place, it’s time to face the urgent task of strengthening Canada’s economic resilience and competitiveness. On behalf of the Railway Association of Canada and our members, we extend our congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and look forward to working together on the urgent […]
The trade challenges Canada is facing are forcing us to examine the competitiveness of our economy. While we cannot control decisions made by the U.S. administration, the Canadian rail industry can participate actively in the efforts – with other supply chain users – in improving the performance of our economy. It is for this reason […]
First and foremost, it is both an honour and an exciting opportunity to step into the role of President and CEO of the Railway Association of Canada. With Tariffs being implemented and federal elections around the corner, the Association is asked to react quickly and engage in a manner that support the Canadian economy. It […]
Resilience is not passive; it requires planning, investment, and unwavering commitment. With a whole-of-supply-chain approach, Canada’s railways demonstrate resilience every day. And as leaders across industries and governments come together to grow our economy, rail remains the bedrock of communities, industry and trade. Canada’s rail corridors are among the most resilient in the world, delivering […]