The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that the views of Canadians inform the future direction of Alto. Early engagement and outreach to communities and Indigenous Peoples has begun.
Engagement will continue throughout the various phases of the project, including for the purpose of various regulatory reviews like the federal Impact Assessment required under the Impact Assessment Act and the Canadian Transportation Agency’s review required under the Canadian Transportation Act.
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Request for Proposals
On October 13, 2023, the Government of Canada launched a Request for Proposals (RFP).
Request for Proposals Bidding Teams Announced
Three bidding teams qualified to respond to the Request for Proposals.
What is an Impact Assessment?
An Impact Assessment will help determine the proposed route Alto will travel, and identify how Canada’s new railway could affect the social, cultural, economic, built and natural environments.
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