Factsheets, Studies & 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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  FCM - RAC Proximity Initiative

  Since 2003, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Railway Association of Canada have been working together to raise awareness of proximity issues that occur when developments are located next to railway operations.

  October 2021
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  Canada's Railway Profile

  Take a look at the impact Canadian railways have on the country. This includes economic and environmental numbers.

  March 2021
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  Shortline Railway Profile

  Shortline railway operators are often one of the first links in the essential Canadian supply chains. These companies support local economies while providing a lower impact way to move what Canada needs.

  March 2021
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  2018 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 2018. Page two features a table showing provincial and regional rail industry performance data.
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  Rail in Canada: Delivering for the future economy

  Railway companies play an important role in supporting the middle class, moving goods to and from market and in developing local and regional economies. Learn more about how Canadian rail is delivering for the future economy.
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  Canada's Railway's: Part of the climate change solution

  CANADA’S RAILWAYS: Part of the climate change solution Canada has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030 and 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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  Enabling Canada’s world-class supply chain

  This year, Canadian Class 1 railways are expected to invest a record $5.5 billion of capital back into their networks. These investments in infrastructure and equipment are enabling railways to better serve their customers by enhancing the safety, eciency and resiliency of the rail network. The results of these investments are reflected in Canada’s world-class supply chain that benefits farmers, shippers, passengers, and the entire Canadian economy.
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  Canada's Railways: Safety Always Boards First

  Canada’s railways are among the safest in the world, 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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  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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  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

  Canada has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030 and 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.

Studies

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  Rail Pathways Initiative Phase 1: Landscape Document

  The RAC and its members are collaborating with Transport Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Natural Resources Canada, the Delphi Group, and Pollution Probe to identify opportunities for further decarbonization in Canada’s rail sector. This Phase 1 report of the Rail Pathways Initiative establishes a common understanding of existing policies, programs, and initiatives from governments and industry that impact rail emissions. This report will contribute to the next phase of the initiative which is to develop and implement a roadmap for decarbonization in parallel to federal milestones of 2030 and 2050. This report does not speak to the path forward but provides an inventory of emissions reductions initiatives that exist today.

  August 2020
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  Moving People, Products, and the Economy - The Economic Footprint of Canada's Rail Industry

  This report by the Conference Board of Canada, an independent, evidence-based & non-profit research organization, assesses the rail industry’s contribution to the Canadian economy using a “footprint” analysis. This measures the direct, indirect, and induced impacts of the rail industry’s business operations and investments. This analysis does not assess the impact of scenarios in which railways are temporarily shut down—events that have their own, and significant, impacts on the Canadian economy by restricting the flow of goods across the country.

  April 2020
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  Canadian Crude Oil Transportation Comparing the Safety of Pipelines and Railways

  This report by global management consultancy Oliver Wyman found that pipelines and Canada’s Class I Railways have equivalent safety records in the movement of crude oil. From 2014-18, Canadian pipelines and railways combined to move 216,987 billion gallon-miles of crude oil, 99.999% of which was transported without spillage. The report concludes that both takeaway modes - pipelines and rail - are required for Canada’s energy industry to thrive.