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Newsby StaffOctober 16, 2003

Canadian public transit projects eligible for $1B

The fund, announced in Budget 2003, is part of the government's latest $3-billion contribution toward renewing Canada's public infrastructure.

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Newsby StaffAugust 13, 2003

Canada to improve Niagara Falls peoplemover system

The Canadian government contributed $25 million toward the construction of an advanced peoplemover system to better transport large numbers of tourists.

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Newsby StaffJuly 21, 2003

Canada releases advanced technology vehicle report

Transport Canada's advanced technology fleet currently includes 86 vehicles, which use technology such as hybrid power trains, batteries, low carbon fuels, advanced gasoline and diesel engines.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2003

Canadian public transit ridership continues growth

A total of 1.53 billion transit trips were taken across Canada last year, representing a 4% increase over 2001 and a 3% increase over 2000.

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Newsby StaffMay 6, 2003

Canada proposes new motor vehicle carrier regulations

Under the new regulations, provinces and territories would monitor safety performance for all extra-provincial motor carriers in their jurisdiction.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2003

‘Creeps’ campaign spurs protest in Vancouver, B.C.

A General Motors Canada advertising campaign in Vancouver, Canada, that bashes transit buses and their passengers was scrapped after complaints whistled in from all directions.

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Newsby StaffMarch 27, 2003

Canada offers $435 million for transit improvements

Funding is earmarked for GO Transit's rail network in the extended Greater Toronto Area as well as for the "Quick Start" phase of the York Region Rapid Transit Plan.

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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2002

Committee issues Canada's intercity bus report

The Senate Committee's report suggests that in five years the government consider deregulation.

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Newsby StaffOctober 23, 2002

Transit funding gains public support in Canada

A CUTA survey shows 92% of urban Canadians agree that both the provincial and the federal governments should contribute to public transit in cities.

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Newsby StaffOctober 17, 2002

Canada gets new hours of service rules

The rules set new daily and weekly driving and work limits, as well as increase the minimum daily rest period for commercial drivers.

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