After many years of underinvestment in transit and passenger rail infrastructure, Canada is undergoing an overdue and unprecedented expansion. However, its ability to deliver top-quality projects at globally competitive costs – and within reasonable time frames – must improve significantly if it is to sustain this newfound momentum and nurture the public confidence and political will needed to continually fund critical rail systems.

In February 2025, CSA Group and TRACCS brought more than 120 Canadian and international experts to Montreal for a day of presentations and discussions to help kick-start the development of clear, consistent, and comprehensive standards for the design, procurement, construction, maintenance, and safety of rail projects.