OTTAWA – Ottawa has announced funding for projects to enhance rail crossings and safety.
The federal government will contribute $21 million in funding for new projects under the Rail Safety Improvement Program – Infrastructure, Technology and Research to enhance rail safety.
“Investing in rail safety is one of our commitments to keeping Canada’s communities safe. Since its inception, the Rail Safety Improvement Program has provided more than $85 million in funding to enhance rail safety,” said Omar Alghabra, transport minister, in a statement. “We will continue to invest in projects that keep Canadians safe, and that also contribute to the economic recovery during this challenging time.”
The funding will go towards 135 initiatives across Canada that will support a wide range of eligible grade crossing safety improvements, small infrastructure projects such as fencing, pedestrian crossings and overpasses, as well as implementation and research into new safety technologies.
“The Rail Safety Improvement Program is key to the Government of Canada’s efforts to address ongoing and emerging safety concerns across Canada,” stated a release from the federal government.
“Over the past four years, more than $85 million has been invested in the form of grants and contributions to fund projects that have contributed to an overall reduction of risk, and increased safety for Canadians.”
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