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March 18 Marks Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day

The Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) celebrates Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day on March 18 and extends recognition with a full week of gratitude until March 24. Each year,… View Article

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CUTA Applauds Alberta’s Investment in Public Transit in Budget 2024

OTTAWA (March 1, 2024) – The Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) commends the government of Alberta for prioritizing public transit in Budget 2024 with investments that enhance safety and connectivity…. View Article

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A Historical Exploration of Urban Transit in Canada: 1915-1924

Throughout 2024 we will celebrate the innovation and achievements that have shaped Canada’s public transit industry throughout its history. As the world transitioned through the early years of the 20th… View Article

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CUTA calls for urgently needed transit funding in 2024 federal budget

OTTAWA, ON (February 15, 2024) – The Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) submitted recommendations to Finance Canada for the 2024 federal budget, highlighting the urgent need for accelerated funding for… View Article

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In Memory of Ted Wickson

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ted Wickson, a beloved figure whose profound contributions captured Toronto’s history and the Canadian transit industry. Ted’s publication “A Century of Moving… View Article

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2024 Marks CUTA’s 120th Year

     Our journey began in 1904 with the founding of the Canadian Street Railway Association in Montreal. In 1932, we adopted the name we proudly use today. Initially, our… View Article

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CUTA Congratulates Erinn Pinkerton, B.C. Transit’s President and CEO, for Award of Distinction

VICTORIA, BC (January 19, 2024) – CUTA extends its congratulations to B.C. Transit’s Erinn Pinkerton, who was recently honoured with an Award of Distinction by the Greater Victoria Chamber of… View Article

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CUTA Renews MoU with APTA

CUTA has signed a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) with its sister association, the American Public Transportation Association (APTA). The three-year MoU reconfirms the close partnership between CUTA and APTA… View Article

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OPTA and CUTA applaud new deal between Ontario and Toronto

TORONTO – The Ontario Public Transit Association (OPTA) and the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) commend the government of Ontario and the City of Toronto for reaching a new deal… View Article

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Fall economic statement makes linkages to public transit but more support is needed from government

OTTAWA – The Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) acknowledges the federal government’s investments to support housing development highlighted in yesterday’s fall economic statement. However, without significant investment in public transit… View Article

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