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  Transport Canada - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Transport Canada is the department within the government of Canada which is responsible for developing regulations, policies and services of transportation in Canada.
Transport Canada is responsible for the Transportation Safety Board of Canada which investigates accidents involving the marine, air, and rail industries.
Until 1996, Transport Canada was reponsible for both regulation of aviation and the operation of air traffic services, similar to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States, as well as the operation of most major airports.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Transport_Canada   (514 words)

  
 School Bus Transportation News at STN Media
And, like the United States, Canada's school transportation system uses traditional yellow school buses, though in Quebec 46,000 students are transported to and from school by public transit buses.
Transport Canada, the Canadian equivalent of the U.S. National Traffic Safety Administration covers numerous aspects of school bus safety ranging from manufacturing standards to collision investigation.
Transport Canada is the federal agency responsible for school bus safety in Canada.
www.stnonline.com /stn/statesprovinces/international/1_canada.htm   (599 words)

  
 Sustainable Transportation: The Canadian Context | SDinfo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Canada is an energy-rich nation, with substantial resources of oil, natural gas, coal, and uranium, as well as renewable energy sources such as hydro, wind, solar, and tidal power.
Transportation demand is the measure of all transportation-related expenditures by households, businesses, and governments on transportation goods and services used in the movement of people and freight.
Transport Canada is committed to working in partnership to develop and initiate a Green Commute program for implementation at Transport Canada's regional offices and other federal department offices across Canada.
www.sdinfo.gc.ca /reports/en/monograph15/transport.cfm   (7499 words)

  
 CANADA'S PASSENGER TRANSPORTATION DEBACLE
Air Canada's malinvestment will not and cannot be liquidated as long as the federal transport department stands ready to bail them out and continue this deregulatory farce, a charade that is being administered for the purpose of ensuring the existence of a national airline.
Transport officials are not only committed to maintaining the deregulatory façade, they're expanding the debacle by introducing new rules and regulations for the transportation industry.
Transport Canada could then re-nationalize the airports and a few airline carriers in the interest of maintaining a national airline.
www.quebecoislibre.org /030329-7.htm   (1266 words)

  
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Public transportation in Canada dates back to the 19th Century when stage coaches and steam ships provided the only public transportation.
Public transportation remains most common in big cities where it is simply not possible to get along without buses, streetcars, subways and commuter trains.
This web site will look at some of the private bus operators in different parts of Canada, the most unique of which were those operated by the very companies that also operated steam and electric railways.
www.geocities.com /public_transportation   (561 words)

  
 Greening Canada's Passenger Transportation Systems
In the transportation sector, car and air travel are two modes of transportation which, in terms of distance travelled, produce the bulk of emissions that contribute to elevated levels of ground level ozone.
A national transportation system that purposely priorizes environmental concerns over economic considerations or convenience will stress the importance of environmental protection and highlight the lifestyle changes that are implicit in environmental transportation systems.
To ensure that a policy instrument such as carbon taxes are adopted in Canada, Pollution Probe urges you to recommend that the federal and provincial Ministers of Energy and the Environment convene a meeting on this subject in early 1991.
www.lacieg2s.ca /law/roycom.htm   (5755 words)

  
 Transportation in Canada - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Somewhere it should be mentioned how the Canadian railway linking east and west Canada paralled the transcontinental railroad in the United States.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Transportation_in_Canada   (480 words)

  
 Transport Canada's Urban Transportation Program - October 30, 2001
The federal plan notes that transportation is Canada's largest source of greenhouse gases, and that two-thirds of these emissions are generated from urban areas.
Although this is not a large amount for a national program, Transport Canada's program description notes that they anticipate awarding only 4 or 5 showcases, and that a single showcase could receive up to $10 million in funding.
Transport Canada plans to short-list the applications received by the end of 2001.
www.city.vancouver.bc.ca /CTYCLERK/CCLERK/011030/tt4.htm   (1015 words)

  
 Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Transport Canada is the Canadian federal government agency responsible for road safety, although each province or territory has the authority to establish its own traffic and safety laws and issue driving licenses.
As of January 1, 2001, visitors bringing firearms into Canada, or planning to borrow and use firearms while in Canada are required to declare the firearms in writing using a Non-Resident Firearm Declaration form.
These may be brought temporarily into Canada for sporting or hunting use during hunting season, use in competitions, in-transit movement through Canada, or personal protection against wildlife in remote areas of Canada.
travel.state.gov /travel/canada.html   (2734 words)

  
 Hoppa - Transportation in Canada
Canada, Smithers, Airlines Central Mountain Air is a midsize regional aircarrier in cooperation with Air Canada
Canada, the United States, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Water Sports, Ships Pontoon boats Southland is a pontoon boats manufacturer.
Canada, Automobiles, Meteorology Les conditions routières, l'état des routes, les traversiers, le trafic, les transports en commun, et le temps pour le Canada et les États-Unis.
hoppa.com /ca/Transportation   (537 words)

  
 U.S. Transportation Secretary Slater Promotes Vision of Global Transportation with Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
U.S. Transportation Secretary Rodney E. Slater travels to Canada Monday, June 12 to continue to build and strengthen U.S.-Canadian transportation and trade ties, as well as to promote President Clinton and Vice President Gore’s vision of global transportation in the 21st century.
"Canada is the United States’ largest trading partner and the nation with whom we share the largest bilateral aviation market in the world," Secretary Slater said.
The meeting, whose theme is "Setting the Transportation Agenda for the Future," will bring together key Canadian transportation decision-makers and private-sector stakeholders to exchange perspectives on challenges facing Canada’s transportation system.
www.dot.gov /affairs/2000/dot11100.htm   (414 words)

  
 Transportation in Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The line between the United States and Canada is the longest peaceful border in the world, and Americans who wish to enter Canada need only present a valid form of identification and answer a few questions about the nature of their visit.
Canada is easily accessible by car, and in fact, visitors who wish to drive across the country may wish to take advantage of the 5,000-mile long Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1), that stretches from Victoria, British Columbia in the west to St. John's, Newfoundland, in the east.
Pilots who wish to fly their own planes into Canada should check the regulations established by the office of Transport Canada in Ottawa.
www.vacationingincanada.com /transport.shtml   (300 words)

  
 EKAS - SITES - Transportation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Transportation - Bicyles/Pedestrians - U.S. America Bikes "… is a collaborative effort of leaders of the bicycle community to advocate for positive outcomes for bicycling in the next federal transportation funding bill." Located: Washington, DC.
NUSEDUC Institute for Transport Studies (ITS), University of Leeds "… is one of the leading inter-disciplinary groups involved in teaching and research in transport studies, …" Founded: 1966.
NUSPNP European Federation for Transport and Environment (T&E) "… is a European umbrella for non-governmental organisations working in the field of transport and the environment, promoting sustainable transport in Europe; which means an approach to transport that is environmentally responsible, economically sound and socially just." Founded: 1989.
www.ekas.org /sites/transport.html   (11436 words)

  
 Landstar Transportation,Trucking, Canada, Mexico.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Landstar is a North American transportation provider serving your transportation needs from Canada to Mexico and all points in between.
Landstar is a non-asset based transportation services company, providing transportation capacity and related transportation services to shippers throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Its transportation services include a full array of truckload transportation utilizing a wide range of specialized equipment including dry vans of various sizes, flatbeds (including drop decks and light specialty trailers), temperature-controlled vans and containers and dedicated contract and logistics solutions, including freight optimization and less than truckload freight consolidations.
www.landstar.tv   (235 words)

  
 :: Regional :: North America :: Canada :: Transportation
The Canadian Transportation Equipment Association - Serves commercial vehicle and component manufacturers to promote excellence by developing standard practices, also initiates research programs to improve component/vehicle design, and speaks for the industry, liasing with federal and provincial governments.
Transportation Safety Board of Canada - Canadian agency responsible for investigating air, marine, rail and pipeline accidents.
CATSA - Canadian Air Transport Security Authority - Enhances the security of air passengers across the country in a consistent, professional and efficient manner.
www.localadsearch.com /Regional/North_America/Canada/Transportation   (476 words)

  
 ITS Canada - Intelligent Transportation Systems Society of Canada
ITS Canada is a professional non-profit society, with the inter-related goals of fostering ITS applications, promoting government-industry cooperation and strengthening the Canadian ITS industry.
ITS Canada is recognized as the most knowledgeable source for information and advice on intelligent transportation systems in Canada.
ITS Canada’s profile extends beyond Canada’s physical borders, with prominent positions in the international ITS community.
www.itscanada.ca /english   (168 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional: North America: Canada: Transportation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Canada Transportation - Directory of trucking, logistic and moving companies across Canada.
Transport 2000 Canada - Non-profit organization promoting environmentally-sound transportation solutions through research, public education and consumer advocacy.
Its role is to advance transportation safety through the investigation of transportation occurrences in the marine, pipeline, rail and aviation modes.
dmoz.org /Regional/North_America/Canada/Transportation   (422 words)

  
 Transportation in Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The use of cars is one form of transportation.
Skate boarding is a difficult use of transportation.
You have to stand on a board and push with one foot.
yennadon.sd42.ca /canada/transportation.html   (299 words)

  
 CIA - The World Factbook -- Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Canada's paramount political problem is meeting public demands for quality improvements in health care and education services after a decade of budget cuts.
Canada also faces questions about integrity in government following revelations regarding a corruption scandal in the federal government which has helped revive the fortunes of separatists in predominantly francophone Quebec.
Canada enjoys a substantial trade surplus with its principal trading partner, the United States, which absorbs more than 85% of Canadian exports.
www.cia.gov /cia/publications/factbook/geos/ca.html   (1317 words)

  
 Computer Software, Transportation Management - Canada (CA)
Datamonitor's Software in Canada industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the software industry.
Transportation software for fleet dispatching, back office, fleet maintenance, and warehousing operations that streamline everyday operations.
Specializing in 3PL, Public Warehousing and Transportation solutions, thousands of sites throughout the world are successfully using Maves' WMS systems to assist in the operation of their businesses.
www.kellysearch.com /ca-product-335.html   (580 words)

  
 Canada Transportation Act   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
(b) have an interest in a transportation undertaking or business or an interest in the manufacture or distribution of transportation plant or equipment, unless the distribution is merely incidental to the general merchandising of goods.
The Minister may direct the Agency to inquire into any matter or thing concerning transportation to which the legislative authority of Parliament extends and report the findings on the inquiry to the Minister as and when the Minister may require.
(4) The Minister may exempt a carrier or transportation undertaking from the application of all or any part of a regulation made under subsection (1) if the Minister is satisfied that it is not practicable for the carrier or transportation undertaking to provide the information.
laws.justice.gc.ca /en/C-10.4/text.html   (6050 words)

  
 Province of British Columbia
The Gateway Program Definition Report is a discussion of current transportation conditions in the Lower Mainland, future trends, proposed improvements to the region’s transportation network, and key activities to be carried out over the next 18 months.
PRINCE GEORGE – The Ministry of Transportation is investing $30 million a year in new money for the next three years for the rehabilitation of Interior roads affected by the increasing number of logging trucks carrying pine beetle kill wood.
The Ministry of Transportation is committed to opening up B.C. through innovative, forward-thinking transportation strategies that move people and goods safely throughout B.C., while helping revitalize our provincial economy.
www.gov.bc.ca /bvprd/bc/channel.do?action=ministry&channelID=-8394&navId=NAV_ID_province   (264 words)

  
 Hammond Bus Home
Hammond Transportation - one of Ontario's premier operators of charter buses and motor coaches offers a full range of passenger transportation services including: Luxurious Motorcoaches; Activity Buses, Mini coaches and Adult Vans; School and Wheelchair Buses; Elegant Limousines and Classic Vehicles; and Sedan and Chauffeur Services.
We are the transportation and travel experts for Conferences and Meetings in Ontario's cottage country!
On a recent National Safety Code Inspection the Ontario Ministry of Transportation described our maintenance program as "model in all areas." We are a family business dedicated to offering you dependable transportation service.
www.hammondtransportation.com   (398 words)

  
 An Insight to Marine Transportation in Canada
This report by RNCOS on Canadian Marine Transportation will prove to be very helpful for investors and financers as this report presents an analysis of the key players in the marine transportation industry, evaluates the future market trends, and detects the openings with growth potential.
Commercial transportation as a proportion of GDP by province and territory, 2002-04
Transport expenditures/revenues by mode and level of government, 1999-2000 — 2002-03
www.researchconnect.com /buyreport.asp?RepID=7881   (387 words)

  
 The Globe and Mail: globeInvestor: Student Transportation of America Forms New Canadian Operating Subsidiary
The Ontario Ministry of Education recently announced $33 million in student transportation funding increases for the 2005-2006 school year, an increase of 5 per cent.
STA is the fifth largest provider of school bus transportation services in the United States, conducting operations through local operating subsidiaries.
STA has become a leading school bus transportation company by aggregating operations through the consolidation of existing providers and conversion of in-house operations.
www.globeinvestor.com /servlet/WireFeedRedirect?cf=GlobeInvestor/config&vg=BigAdVariableGenerator&date=20050725&archive=cnw&slug=1307253739   (503 words)

  
 About the TBWG - U.S./Canada Border Transportation Planning   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
In 2000, U.S. DOT Secretary Rodney Slater and Canadian Transport Minister David Collenette signed a Memorandum of Cooperation which highlighted the importance of coordination between the U.S. and Canada on transportation along our shared border.
The MOC cited the need for "increasing the degree and speed of communication" between U.S. DOT and Transport Canada, as well as the need for "meeting more regularly to conduct information exchanges and discuss issues of mutual concern."
Out of this spirit the Transportation Border Working Group (TBWG) was born.
www.fhwa.dot.gov /uscanada/about/tbwg.htm   (291 words)

  
 Transportation Warehousing Canada United States
transportation services across Canada and the United States.
Keystone serves you with dependable equipment that is available when you need it.
On-time, safe transportation and warehousing is our specialty.
www.keystonewestern.com   (29 words)

  
 EnableLink: Accessible Transportation
To find Canadian transportation services that are wheelchair accessible by community, use this link www.abilities.ca/agc to go to the Access Guide Canada component of our website.
Once on your community page, select Transportation from the right-hand menu to find the transportation information you are seeking (airports, cabs, parallel transit, etc.).
If you visit a city and approve of their accessible transportation service, please E-mail us so we can add it to the list.
www.enablelink.org /transport/accessible_transportation.html?showtransportation=1   (182 words)

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