Canada targets 14 billion bushels grain export by 1985
The Canadian Wheat Board projects exports rising to 30 million tonnes or 14 billion bushels by 1985, 50 percent above current records. Improvements focus on rail and port capacity, upgraded branch lines, more hopper and boxcars, and new West Coast terminals to move grain from farms to ships.
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Canada
Canadian Wheat Board
Winnipeg
Government of Canada
Vancouver
Prince Rupert
Pacific Ocean
Ws Churchill
Thunder Bay
Minister of Transport
Western Canada
How to Fight Rail Line Abandonment Proposals
Guidance for communities facing proposed rail line abandonment urges forming local retention committees and coordinating with others. Study Hall Commission and PRAC findings, warn the Western Arm of the CTC of intent to defend the line, and push for hearings or a five year denial while seeking permanent network inclusion with government backing.
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Snavely Commission
Thunder Bay
Vancouver
Hall Commission
Prairie Rail Action Committee
PRAC
Government of Canada
Wheat Board
Canadian Transport Commission
CTC
Minister of Transport
Canada
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