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Rail safety advocate fined in Lac-Mégantic

A rail safety advocate in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec, reports being fined after raising safety concerns about trains passing through the town. Learn about the ongoing safety issues.

ION Light Rail Extension to Cambridge Approved

Waterloo Regional Council has approved extending the ION light rail transit system to Cambridge, marking a major infrastructure milestone for the growing Ontario region.

New GO Station Opens on Kitchener Line

Metrolinx launches a new GO station along the Kitchener line, enhancing transit connectivity for commuters in the region. Discover the details and impact.

News crew trapped in Montreal REM station elevator

A Montreal news group found themselves trapped when an elevator malfunctioned at the city's new light rail station. The incident highlights accessibility concerns in Montreal's public transit infrastructure.

Polish PM Tusk: Rail Explosion Was 'Sabotage'

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk confirms a weekend rail line explosion near Warsaw was an act of sabotage. Get the latest details on the investigation and security implications.

Shareholders approve $85 billion rail merger

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern shareholders have voted to support an $85 billion merger that could reshape North American rail transportation. Learn about the implications for Canadian supply chains.

Carney and Legault inaugurate REM station

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Quebec Premier Francois Legault officially open the REM light rail station in Deux-Montagnes, marking a major transit milestone for Montreal commuters.

REM's Deux-Montagnes Branch Finally Opens

After seven years of construction, the REM's Deux-Montagnes branch is now operational, connecting downtown Montreal to the North Shore and transforming regional transit.

Massive 80,000L Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment

A major environmental emergency is underway in British Columbia's Interior after a train derailment spilled over 80,000 litres of diesel fuel, triggering a massive multi-agency response and raising concerns about ecological impact.

Cambridge LRT Expansion Faces Growing Opposition

As Waterloo Region considers extending LRT service into Cambridge, vocal opposition emerges citing financial burdens, environmental impacts, and questions about the project's necessity for the growing community.

Massive Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment

Emergency crews respond to major environmental incident as over 12,000 litres of diesel fuel contaminates BC interior following train derailment near Tabor Mountain.

Canada Advances High-Speed Rail with ALTO Legislation

The Canadian government is pushing forward with ambitious plans for high-speed rail in the Quebec City-Windsor Corridor, with new legislation promised to accelerate the ALTO project that could transform transportation between major urban centers.

Windsor man re-arrested after alleged bail breach

A Windsor man previously charged in connection with a shooting on Via Italia is back in custody after allegedly violating his bail conditions, raising concerns about public safety and the judicial process.

Train Derailment in NW England Injures 4, Disrupts Travel

A serious train derailment in Northwest England has left four people injured and caused widespread transportation disruption, with emergency services responding to the scene and major service cancellations expected to continue.

Fuel Train Derailment Near Kamloops Sparks Emergency

A CPKC freight train carrying combustible liquids derailed near Kamloops, BC, triggering a multi-agency emergency response. While no injuries were reported, the incident has raised significant environmental and safety questions.

Fuel Train Derailment Near Kamloops Sparks Emergency

A CPKC freight train carrying hazardous fuels derailed near Kamloops, BC, triggering an emergency response and evacuation alert for nearby properties as authorities assess the environmental risk.

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