You can now read our 2023-2024 Annual Report here.
In 2023-2024, the Rail Fund’s team made strides in advancing multiple key objectives. We have now secured multiple agreements with major railway companies in Canada to pave the way for an effective transition of claims from railway companies to us.
This will ensure a seamless and efficient compensation process for anyone affected.
Here are some key highlights about the steady progress made towards strong preparedness:
- Onboarding our new Deputy Administrator, Steve D. Anderson and Chantal Guénette, our new Director, Rail Fund.
- Signing of five (5) agreements with railway companies and an association about the transition of claims.
- Facilitated three (3) tabletop exercises to test our readiness.
- Monitoring six (6) accidents involving crude oil.
- Sustaining our engagement levels by hosting or participating in meetings, seminars, conferences and networking events.
- Improving our Indigenous engagement and cultural competency.
This year, we have also advanced on key objectives shared by both Funds. To enhance our access to justice goals, we have renamed our Funds as Ship and Rail Compensation Canada, with a brand new website. This will be instrumental in our upcoming outreach efforts.
In the coming year, we will double our efforts to build upon the progress we have achieved thus far. Throughout 2024-2025, our team will be traveling across Canada to form new strategic relationships with government, industry, and Indigenous partners to listen, learn and share the mandate of the Rail Fund.
