More needed to protect communities from rail disasters

Almost 12 years after the deadly Lac-Mégantic crash, Ottawa has made some improvements to rail safety, but many serious issues remain.  

Time to replace VIA’s aging long-distance trains

Canada should have started the replacement of VIA Rail’s long-distance fleet years ago.

Will high-frequency rail be the death knell for VIA?

Done right, a new high-frequency rail line through the Toronto-Québec City Corridor would provide a nice alternative for people who currently drive between cities.

With Canada’s weak protections failing air passengers, all eyes are on the transport minister

Canada should look to the European Union’s air passenger protections as an example of a system with fewer loopholes and less administrative burden.

Rural residents deserve a better approach to broadband infrastructure

Infrastructure investment needed to emerge from pandemic stronger than before