News Releases

Railway Association of Canada welcomes Rail Safety Week 2016

During Rail Safety Week (April 25 – May 1), the Railway Association of Canada (RAC) would like to urge Canadians to exercise caution around rail crossings and remember that trespassing on or near railway property is not only illegal, it is also extremely dangerous.

Canada’s railways announce new Parliamentary Rail Caucus

The Railway Association of Canada today announced the creation of a Parliamentary Rail Caucus to be chaired by Sherry Romanado, Liberal MP for Longueuil-Charles-LeMoyne, and co-chaired by Marilyn Gladu, Conservative MP for Sarnia-Lambton.

RAC featured in new TRANSCAER® Canada video

See how TRANSCAER® is helping to responsibly manage transportation risks, and ensure that communities across Canada are prepared in the event of a transportation incident involving dangerous goods.

Railway Association of Canada releases Rail Trends 2015

The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) is pleased to announce the publication of the 2015 edition of Rail Trends, the association’s annual report on the performance of Canada’s railway industry.
Rail Trends contains a rolling 10-year review of statistics, reflecting multiple aspects of railway performance: from safety and fuel efficiency, to infrastructure investment and productivity.

New report shows Canadian railways are on track with GHG emissions reductions

Canada’s railways are well positioned to meet their greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, according to the latest Locomotive Emissions Monitoring (LEM) Program report released today by the Railway Association of Canada (RAC). The report documents emissions of GHGs and criteria air contaminants (CAC) from locomotives operating in Canada between 2012 and 2013.

Report finds comparable safety records for railways and pipelines moving crude oil

Railways and pipelines are equally safe means of transporting crude oil, according to a report comparing safety data for each mode. The report – Canadian Crude Oil Transportation: Comparing the Safety of Pipelines and Railways – was published by consultant group Oliver Wyman last month, and was commissioned by the Railway Association of Canada (RAC).

Railway Association of Canada honours 2015 Safety and Environment Award winners

The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) today recognized five of its members for their outstanding contributions to rail safety and environmental stewardship. RAC’s Safety and Environment Awards recognize Canadian railways that have displayed outstanding leadership in the areas of safety and environmental stewardship, and are working to ensure that Canada’s rail network remains among the safest and most sustainable in the world.