Ottawa – Clean transportation and collaborative actions are key to a sustainable future, Canada’s economic prosperity, and Canadians’ well-being. Rail is the most efficient form of transportation for passengers and goods over land and is a critical part of the solution. Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, and the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Railway Association of Canada, Marc Brazeau, jointly announced a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This MOU reflects a shared vision of working toward net-zero emissions by 2050 and builds upon the meaningful progress made to date by the Canadian rail sector.
Transport Canada and Railway Association of Canada members will work together to:
- advance low-carbon fuel use,
- move more goods and people by rail where possible, and
- accelerate the development of advanced net-zero solutions for locomotives.
The renewed MOU enhances collaboration and information-sharing to address emerging challenges, to exchange best practices, and to encourage investments in innovation and new technologies. Canada’s railways have lowered emissions and proactively set science-based emissions targets. This work aligns with global climate objectives. Collaborative actions, such as this MOU, show the commitment of the Government of Canada and Canadian railways to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change, while fostering economic growth.
“Rail transportation is part of our past and will be part our future. We’re working together towards our net-zero emissions goals, and making sure we keep people and goods moving towards their destination.” – Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport