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TRACCS Rail Awards
TRACCS Transit and Rail is proud to announce its very first Rail Awards for the Transit Railway Industry in Canada.
Celebrating Excellence in Canadian Rail
The inaugural edition of the Canadian Rail Achievement Awards marks a significant milestone in recognizing the outstanding contributions and achievements within Canada’s rail sector. This prestigious event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries to celebrate the individuals, teams, and organizations driving progress and excellence across the country.
​From groundbreaking projects to exemplary leadership and dedication to safety, sustainability, and innovation, the awards will highlight the very best of what the Canadian rail industry has to offer. As the first of its kind, this celebration sets the stage for a tradition of honouring excellence, fostering collaboration, and inspiring continued innovation in rail.
Join us for an unforgettable evening that not only acknowledges success but also showcases the strength, resilience, and future of rail in Canada.
The Award Categories:
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Outstanding Apprentice Award
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Best Graduate Award
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Safety Leadership Excellence Award
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Best Rail Innovation Award
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Best Safety on a Rail Project Award
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Best Canadian Transit Agency
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Project Achievement of the Year (Canada-Wide)
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Outstanding Personal Railway Contribution
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Safety Achievement of the Year (Canada Rail)
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Great Company to Work for (Rail Canada)
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Environmental Excellence in Canadian Rail
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More details below.
Recognition
We are calling our community of industry professionals to submit nominations of the greatest among us to be considered for the awards listed below.
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Given the exceptionally high calibre of entries received across all award categories, we are delighted to announce that each category will include a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place award:
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1st Place Winner
Recognized as the standout achievement, demonstrating excellence across all criteria.
2nd Place Highly Commended
A strong contender showing significant merit, innovation, and measurable impact.
3rd Place Commended
A commendable project or initiative that reflects the ambition and dedication within Canada’s rail industry.
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At this time we invite you and your colleagues to nominate your company, your colleagues or leadership to be considered for the awards in the categories described.
Award Categories
NOMINATIONS OPEN NOW
Read the full description and criteria before starting a nomination.
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Our Panel of Judges will revise all submissions entered before EOD September 1st, 2025.
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For more details about each category and the judging criteria, click the button of each category.
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If you have questions, you can register to attend our info session on July 16th, 2025.
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6. Best Canadian Transit Agency
Honours a transit operator that has demonstrated excellence in customer experience, service delivery, innovation, and community impact.
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Judging criteria:
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Measurable improvements in satisfaction
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Safety and accessibility initiatives
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Innovation and scalability
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1. Outstanding Apprentice Award
Recognizes apprentices who have demonstrated exceptional talent, dedication, and a strong commitment to their development within Canada’s rail industry.
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Judging criteria:
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Commitment to learning and development
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Contributions to team and projects
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Early demonstration of leadership and initiative
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7. Project Achievement of the Year (Canada-Wide)
Recognizes the successful delivery of a rail infrastructure project that achieved strong results in planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement.
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Value to Canadian operations
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Schedule, budget, and safety performance
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Innovation and community engagement
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ESG leadership and innovation
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2. New Graduate Achievement Award
Celebrates a recent graduate in the rail or transport sector who has shown initiative, made a measurable impact, and exhibits the potential to be a future industry leader.
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Early career achievement
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Innovation or operational impact
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Leadership, adaptability, and professional development
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8. Outstanding Personal Railway Contribution
Honours frontline workers who have gone above and beyond to positively impact safety, service, or the passenger experience.
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Judging criteria:
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Exceptional individual effort
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Tangible outcomes and public recognition
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Leadership and inspiration
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11. Environmental Excellence in Canadian Rail
Recognizes leadership in environmental performance, decarbonization, and sustainability within the Canadian rail system.
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Judging criteria:
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Clear net-zero and sustainability strategies
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Impact on environmental performance
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Transferability and leadership in ESG
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The Judges
The TRACCS Rail Awards are proud to be judged by a distinguished panel of industry experts and respected leaders from across the Canadian railway sector. Each award category will be assessed by individuals with direct knowledge, experience, and leadership in that specific field, ensuring a fair, credible, and informed evaluation process.
Our judges include senior professionals from transit agencies, , government bodies, engineering consultancies, Indigenous business leaders, training and safety experts, and sustainability advocates. This ensures a balanced perspective on performance, innovation, and impact across the Canadian rail landscape.
The Ceremony
On Thursday November 13, 2025, TRACCS invites you to attend the inaugural Canadian Rail Achievement Awards. This special luncheon will bring together industry peers to celebrate the talent, dedication, and achievements that continue to shape Canada’s rail sector.
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Full details on table and seat reservations will be available starting July 16th, 2025.
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Stay informed and be among the first to receive updates by signing up here:
TRACCS Members' Benefits
All 2025 TRACCS Members can be the first to register to attend the ceremony on November 13th at the Churchill Ballroom of the Chelsea Hotel, downtown Toronto.
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All our valued members will receive exclusive early access to purchase tickets for our upcoming award ceremony. This special benefit allows you to secure your seat ahead of the general public, ensuring you don’t miss this highly anticipated event. Join us in celebrating excellence with priority access reserved just for our members.
More information is coming soon on our Members Only page.
MISSION
TRACCS' mission is to stabilize cost and ensure adequate and qualified resources to perform the work safely and efficiently.
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We aim to achieve:
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Improved and consistent safety standards in the field for rail safety
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Coordinated and proper training for workers within the unions, colleges and universities
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Advocacy for proper certification and assurances for companies to work in rail environments
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Opportunity to share best practices within the industry
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Networking
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Ongoing training and technology updates from around the world