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February 4, 2026
In this episode of METROspectives, METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman sits down with Ana-Maria Tomlinson, Director of Strategic & Cross-Sector Programs at the Canadian Standards Association (CSA Group). With deep expertise in standards development and cross-sector policy alignment, Tomlinson shares how CSA is helping shape the future of safety, accessibility, and resilience across North America's transportation systems.
We explore the evolving role of transit standards, including how they're responding to emerging technologies, climate change, and the growing need for equity and sustainability. Tomlinson also highlights the importance of cross-sector collaboration, the value of stakeholder engagement, and how CSA ensures its standards reflect the real-world needs of both operators and riders.
Topics include:
· Why standards and codes are crucial as Canadian transit continues to grow.
· Bringing together stakeholders to shape the future.
· Shaping the program around existing standards and codes worldwide.
· Setting an aggressive timetable for a four-part process.
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