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Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR)
Supports rail safety improvements and innovation
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Infrastructure, Technology and Research component supports rail safety improvements and research into new safety technologies. It funds measures such as improved lighting, upgraded rail crossing signals, pedestrian overpasses, and closures of high-risk crossings.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Improving safety on existing rail lines.
- Closing high-risk grade crossings.
- Implementing small-scale rail safety improvements.
- Researching new rail safety technologies.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provinces, territories, municipalities, and local governments.
- Road and transit authorities.
- Crown corporations.
- For-profit organizations.
- Not-for-profit organizations.
- Indigenous groups, communities, and organizations.
- Individuals.
Eligible expenses
- Costs for rail safety infrastructure improvements.
- Costs for rail crossing closures.
- Costs for research into new rail safety technologies.
- Costs for small-scale safety improvements.
Additional information
- The program includes two components: Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) and Public Education and Awareness.
- It is part of Transport Canada’s Rail Safety Improvement Program.
- The current deadline listed in the source has passed.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR)?
The Infrastructure, Technology and Research component supports rail safety improvements and research into new safety technologies. It funds measures such as improved lighting, upgraded rail crossing signals, pedestrian overpasses, and closures of high-risk crossings.
Who is eligible for the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) program?
To be eligible for the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) program, you must:
Project improves rail safety.
Applicant is an eligible recipient.
Project fits the ITR component.
What expenses are eligible under Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR)?
Improving safety on existing rail lines.
Closing high-risk grade crossings.
Implementing small-scale rail safety improvements.
Researching new rail safety technologies.
Where is the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) available?
The Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR)?
Rail Safety Improvement Program - Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) is funded by Transport Canada (TC)