Ottawa invests $1.95 billion in new hybrid locomotives for VIA Rail
The federal government is investing $1.95 billion to replace VIA Rail’s aging long-distance, regional and remote locomotive fleet, with final assembly of most of the new locomotives expected to take place in Canada.
Ottawa announces $10.9 million for nearly 400 EV chargers and education projects
The federal government is providing $10.9 million for 22 electric vehicle charging and education projects across Canada, including new infrastructure in British Columbia.
Canada imposes temporary 25% surtax on some imported wood cabinets and vanities
The federal government has imposed a temporary 25 per cent surtax on certain imported solid and engineered wood cabinets and vanities while the Canadian International Trade Tribunal investigates whether rising imports are harming Canadian manufacturers.