Corporate Information
VIA Rail is moving forward. As a reminder of our journey and the progress we have made as an organization, we provide Annual and Quarterly reportsThis link opens in a new tab
as well as various publications that reflect the initiatives we have undertaken over the years.
Annual public meeting
At VIA Rail, we engage with the public through annual public meetings during which our leadership presents our annual performance, financial results, and plans for the future.
VIA Rail's 2024 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail’s Annual Public Meeting recording is now available on our YouTube channel.
As part of the Annual Public Meeting, we invited you to submit your questions. Answers to the most frequently asked questions are now available on this page.
Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you next year.
VIA Rail's 2023 Annual Public Meeting
Watch our 2022 Annual Public Meeting to be aired on August 9th, 2022, at 4 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on our YouTubeThis link opens in a new tabchannel and Facebook pageThis link opens in a new tab.
VIA Rail will report to Canadians on its performance, financial results, and projects for 2022, a year of transformation for the Corporation.
We want to hear from you
It is now time to submit your questions to VIA Rail. You will be able to do so between July 11th until July 15th. Answers to the most frequently asked questions will be published on this page on August 9th, 2022.
*Please note that the question form will only be available on this page on the above-mentioned dates.
VIA Rail's 2022 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail’s Annual Public Meeting video is now available on our YouTubeThis link opens in a new tabchannel and Facebook pageThis link opens in a new tab.
As part of the Annual Public Meeting, we invited you to submit your questions. Answers to the most frequently asked questions are now available on this page.
Participant speeches This link opens in a new tab
Questions and Answers This link opens in a new tab
Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you next year.
VIA Rail's 2021 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail’s Annual Public Meeting video is now available on our YouTubeThis link opens in a new tabchannel and Facebook pageThis link opens in a new tab.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to continue to follow recommendations from public health authorities, this year’s edition has been pre-recorded.
As part of the Annual Public Meeting, we invited you to submit your questions. Answers to the most frequently asked questions are now available on this page.
Participant speeches This link opens in a new tab
Questions and Answers This link opens in a new tab
Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you next year.
VIA Rail's 2020 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail’s Annual Public Meeting (APM) video is now available on our YouTube channelThis link opens in a new tab and our Facebook pageThis link opens in a new tab.
VIA Rail continues to uphold the duty it has to report to Canadians on its performance, financial results and projects for 2019. In an effort to ensure proper physical distancing between our speakers, as outlined by public health authorities, this year’s edition has been pre-recorded.
As part of the Annual Public Meeting we invited you to submit your questions. Answers to the most recurring questions are now available by clicking on the link below.
Speech by Ms. Cynthia Garneau This link opens in a new tab
Speech by Mrs Françoise Bertrand This link opens in a new tab
Speech by Mr Jean-François Legault This link opens in a new tab
Speech by Ms. Patricia Jasmin This link opens in a new tab
Questions and Answers This link opens in a new tab
Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you next year.
VIA Rail Canada’s 2019 Annual Public Meeting
Click here to view the video recording of the 2019 annual Public Meeting held on May 28.
Questions and responses 2019PDFThis link opens in a new tab
VIA Rail Canada’s 2018 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail Canada held its Annual Public Meeting on May 29, 2018.
A copy of the 2018 Annual Public Meeting presentation is available:
2018 Annual Public Meeting PDF 3.89mbThis link opens in a new tab
Due to the high volume of questions received, responses have been published in three rounds. Each part represents only a portion of all questions received.
Questions and responses 2018 – Part 1 PDF 810kbThis link opens in a new tab
Questions and responses 2018 – Part 2 PDF 931kbThis link opens in a new tab
Questions and responses 2018 – Part 3 PDF 884kbThis link opens in a new tab
VIA Rail Canada’s 2017 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail Canada held its Annual Public Meeting on May 30, 2017.
The bilingual version of the 2017 annual public meeting is also available:
Bilingual 2017 Annual Public Meeting Webcast - YouTubeThis link opens in a new tab
A copy of the 2017 Annual Public Meeting presentation is available:
2017 Annual Public Meeting PDF 1.18mbThis link opens in a new tab
The full question and answer document, which includes all questions sent to VIA Rail leading up to and during the Annual Public Meeting is available here:
Questions and responses 2017 PDF 502kbThis link opens in a new tab
VIA Rail Canada’s 2016 Annual Public Meeting
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Copies of the 2016 Annual Public Meeting speaking notes and presentation are available here:
Annual Public Meeting Presentation 2016 PDF 2mbThis link opens in a new tab
Speaking notes for Jane Mowat, Lead Director of the Board PDF 259kbThis link opens in a new tab
Speaking notes for Patricia Jasmin, Chief Financial Officer PDF 337kbThis link opens in a new tab
The full question and answer document, which includes all questions sent to VIA Rail leading up to and during the Annual Public Meeting is available here:
Questions and responses 2016 PDF 650kbThis link opens in a new tab
VIA Rail Canada’s 2015 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail Canada held its Annual Public Meeting on May 26, 2015.
Copies of the 2015 Annual Public Meeting speaking notes are available here:
Speaking notes for Eric Stephanson, Chairman of the Board PDF 158kbThis link opens in a new tab
Speaking notes for Patricia Jasmin, Chief Financial Officer PDF 177kbThis link opens in a new tab
2015 Annual Public Meeting Presentation PDF 3.8mbThis link opens in a new tab
The full question and answer document is available here:
Questions and responses 2015 PDF 650kbThis link opens in a new tab
VIA Rail Canada’s 2014 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail Canada held its Annual Public Meeting on May 28, 2014.
Copies of the 2014 Annual Public Meeting speaking notes are available here:
Speaking notes for Mr. Paul G. Smith, Chairman of the Board PDF 118kbThis link opens in a new tab
2014 Annual Public Meeting Presentation PDF 3.5mbThis link opens in a new tab
The full question and answer document is available here:
Questions and responses 2014 PDF 232kbThis link opens in a new tab
VIA Rail Canada’s 2013 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail Canada held its Annual Public Meeting on May 28, 2013. Paul G. Smith, Chairman of the Board, Marc Laliberté, President and CEO, and Robert St-Jean, Chief Financial and Administration Officer, reviewed the financial results from 2012 and the first quarter of 2013, as well as the strategic direction for the Corporation for 2013.
Copies of the 2013 Annual Public Meeting speaking notes are available here:
Speaking notes for Mr. Paul G. Smith, Chairman of the Board PDF 44kbThis link opens in a new tab
The full question and answer document is available here:
Questions and responses 2013 PDF 64kbThis link opens in a new tab
VIA Rail Canada’s 2012 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail Canada held its Annual Public Meeting on May 29, 2012, at Winnipeg’s Union Station. During the meeting, Paul G. Smith, Chairman of the Board, Marc Laliberté, President and CEO, and Robert St-Jean, Chief Financial and Administration Officer reviewed the latest financial results and discussed the strategic direction for the corporation moving forward in 2012.
Copies of the 2012 Annual Public Meeting speaking notes are available here:
Speaking notes for Mr. Paul G. Smith, Chairman of the Board PDF 38kbThis link opens in a new tab
Press ReleaseThis link opens in a new tab
The archived webcastThis link opens in a new tab
The full question and answer document is available here:
Questions and responses 2012 PDF 15kbThis link opens in a new tab
Questions and comments about VIA’s Annual Public Meeting may be sent to apm-apa@viarail.caThis link opens in a new tab
As Canada’s national rail passenger service, VIA Rail Canada’s mandate is to provide efficient, more environmentally sustainable and cost-effective passenger transportation to Canadian travelers, and service in both official languages. Every week VIA Rail Canada operates 503 intercity, regional and transcontinental trains linking 450 communities across its 12,500 kilometre route network. VIA Rail Canada transports over four million passengers annually.
VIA Rail Canada’s 2011 Annual Public Meeting
VIA Rail Canada held its Annual Public Meeting on June 14, 2011 at the Ottawa Train Station. During the meeting, Paul G. Smith, Chairman of the Board, Marc Laliberté, President and CEO, and Robert St-Jean, Chief Financial and Administration Officer reviewed the financial results from 2010 and the first quarter of 2011, as well as the strategic direction for the corporation for 2011.
Copies of the 2011 Annual Public Meeting speaking notes are available here:
VIA would like to thank everyone who submitted questions for the Annual Public Meeting.
Questions and comments about VIA’s Annual Public Meeting may be sent to apm-apa@viarail.caThis link opens in a new tab
As Canada’s national rail passenger service, VIA Rail Canada’s mandate is to provide efficient, more environmentally sustainable and cost-effective passenger transportation to Canadian travelers, and service in both official languages. Every week VIA Rail Canada operates 503 intercity, regional and transcontinental trains linking 450 communities across its 12,500 kilometre route network. VIA Rail Canada transports over four million passengers annually.
Corporate plan
Our corporate plan provides an overview of our operations and our strategic five-year plan.
Summary of the 2024-2028 Corporate Plan PDF 838.8 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2023-2027 Corporate Plan PDF 838.8 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2022-2026 Corporate Plan PDF 2.70MBThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2021-2025 Corporate Plan PDF 864 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the Amendment to the Corporate Plan 2020-2024 PDF 397 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2020-2024 Corporate Plan PDF 1.1 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2019-2023 Corporate Plan - Financial Statements PDF 23 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2019-2023 Corporate Plan PDF 2.7 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2018-2022 Corporate Plan PDF 2.7 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2017-2021 Corporate Plan PDF 3.4 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2016-2020 Corporate Plan PDF 1.5 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2015-2019 Corporate Plan - Financial Statements PDF 23 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2015-2019 Corporate Plan PDF 1.26 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2014-2018 Corporate Plan PDF 304 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2013-2017 Corporate Plan PDF 198 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2012-2016 Corporate Plan PDF 1.1 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2012-2016 Corporate Plan PDF 1.1 MbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2011-2015 Corporate Plan PDF 174 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Summary of the 2010-2014 Corporate Plan PDF 165 KbThis link opens in a new tab
Auditor General reports
As a Crown corporation, VIA Rail is subjected to special examinations by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada once every five years. These reports, dating back to 2008, are available below.
2016 Special Examination Report
The Office of the Auditor General of Canada (OAG) recently submitted a report of their 2016 Special Examination to VIA Rail's Board of Directors. On March 23rd, the Board accepted the report. VIA Rail Canada acknowledges the constructive approach taken by the Office of the Auditor General in this report and supports the report's conclusions.
To download the 2016 Report in pdf format:
2016 OAG Special Examination Report PDF 795kbThis link opens in a new tab
For more information about the Auditor-General of Canada, go to: http://www.oag-bvg.gc.caThis link opens in a new tab
2008 Special Examination Report
To read the cover note from VIA about the 2008 Report:
VIA cover note to the 2008 Report
To download the 2008 Report in pdf format:
2008 OAG Special Examination Report PDF 400kbThis link opens in a new tab
For more information about the Auditor-General of Canada, go to: http://www.oag-bvg.gc.caThis link opens in a new tab
Triennial plan
Our triennial plan declares our intention to maintain or discontinue operations for each of our network’s railway lines over the next three years.
Pursuant to Section 141 of the Canada Transportation Act (hereinafter referred to as the “Act”), VIA Rail implements and regularly updates a publicly available three-year plan concerning rail infrastructure on which it operates. The plan indicates, for the next three years, VIA Rail’s intention to retain or discontinue operations for each of its network’s railway lines. In the event of a discontinuance of operations, VIA Rail follows the appropriate measures as determined by the Act.
The plan is available in the form of a spreadsheet and includes a comprehensive list of the railway lines operated by VIA Rail. The spreadsheet specifies the location of the lines in Canada, their respective length, and the decision made as to their operation. Please note that, as of today, VIA Rail intends to retain the operation of all the railway lines included as part of the plan.
Update
To keep you informed, the plan can be updated on a continual basis. The last update was made on September 17, 2018.
VIA Rail Triennial Plan
As of September 17, 2018
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