When the railways are King in Canadian transport debate
In a June House of Commons debate Federal Transport Minister Doug Young unveiled proposed changes to the national Transportation Act focusing on rail line abandonments. He argued current rules hinder businesslike operation while critics say the old Act already requires abandonment when the line harms public interest.
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Doug Young
House of Commons
National Transportation Act
National Transportation Agency
Railways gain power to abandon lines under new bill
A writer criticizes a proposed Act saying it removes a compulsory sale for abandoned lines. Railroads would only be required to offer lines for sale, not sell, unless the government buys them. The piece questions government role and cites a discussion with Doug Young's aide about partnerships and profits for short lines.
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Doug Young
Doug
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Didley
CGC urges grain producers to complete crop quality survey
The Canadian Grain Commission asks western Canadian farmers to submit crop samples for a 15 crop quality survey. Producers who mail in samples receive a free protein analysis. samples should represent each farm’s crop by setting aside grain in a bag per truck load. Delays due to weather are noted, but higher response improves accuracy and benefits profits through better quality data and marketing guarantees.
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Canadian Grain Commissio
Phil Williams
Williams
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Canada
Canadian Wheat Board
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