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CN Issues Lockout Notice to Teamsters; Railroad Continues to Safely Shutdown Canadian Rail Network as Parties Remain Far Apart
MONTREAL,- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) has issued notice to the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) formally advising them of its intention to lockout Canadian TCRC-represented employees on Aug. 22 at 00:01 ET unless an agreement or binding arbitration is achieved before that time. Despite negotiations over the weekend, no meaningful progress has occurred, and the parties remain very far apart.
CN Asks Federal Government to Order Binding Arbitration to Protect Canada's Economy; Absence of Progress at the Negotiating Table Requires Immediate Action
MONTREAL, - Following the Canada Industrial Relations Board's (CIRB) decision that does not bring the labour conflict any closer to a resolution, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is formally requesting the Minister of Labour's intervention under section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to protect Canada's economy from the impacts of prolonged uncertainty. Negotiations with the TCRC resumed on Wednesday. However, no progress has been made as the TCRC has not engaged meaningfully at the negotiating table.
2024-2025 CN Grain Plan Builds on Strong Performance; CN builds on last year's strong, steady performance with continued fleet enhancements, deployment of new technologies and a focus on building its team of railroaders
MONTREAL - CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today published its 2024-2025 Grain Plan, which builds on the Company's successful operational improvements and strategic capital investments from the previous grain season. 'We are confident that we have the right approach and resources in place to move this year's Canadian grain crop efficiently. We continue to lean into our scheduled railroading model and making sure that our ongoing capital investments position us for success again this year.
CN Announces Second Quarter Results; Company Remains Focused on Growth and Disciplined Adherence to Scheduled Railroading
MONTREAL- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today reported its financial and operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. 'I am encouraged by our quarterly volume gains, particularly our CN specific growth initiatives. Our team of railroaders has continued to deliver outstanding service to our customers despite some transient challenges on a key portion of our Western Region that impacted our costs, and traffic diversions due to ongoing labor uncertainty.
CN Announces Net-Zero Target Approved by Science Based Targets initiative; CN releases its 2023 Sustainability Data Supplement
MONTREAL - CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is proud to announce that its net-zero by 2050 target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In using a science-based approach to its climate commitments, CN and the broader North American rail industry are aligned to reducing emissions and decarbonizing to deliver a sustainable future for all. 'At CN, we are focused on the long-term success and sustainability of our business.
CN Announces First Quarter Results; Scheduled Operation Continues to Deliver
MONTREAL- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today reported its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. 'Our team of railroaders delivered to plan in the first quarter and our scheduled operating model continued to enhance our service to customers. Looking forward, we are confident for 2024. We are seeing the expected improvements in the economy, and our CN-specific growth opportunities are materializing.
CN Remains Focused Modernizing Collective Agreement Through Negotiation
MONTREAL- Today, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) filed for a notice of dispute in its negotiations with the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) to support the parties in achieving a negotiated settlement. The TCRC represents approximately 6,000 conductors, conductor trainees, yard coordinators and locomotive engineers across CN's network in Canada.
CN Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results; Railroad Running Well, Targeting ~10% EPS Growth in 2024
MONTREAL - CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today reported its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023. For the fourth quarter, the Company delivered diluted earnings per share (EPS) of C$3.29, an increase of 57% and adjusted diluted EPS of C$2.02, a decrease of 4%. (1) Operating ratio for the fourth quarter increased by 1.4-points to 59.3%. For 2023, the Company reported diluted EPS growth of 15%, while adjusted diluted EPS decreased by 2%.
CN Acknowledges Historical Colonial Role as it Continues its Reconciliation Journey; Company Thanks Indigenous Advisory Council Members for Significant Contribution and Accepts Their Resignation
MONTREAL-- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today accepted the resignation of the members of the Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC), an independent body that provided insight and advice to CN in its ongoing Reconciliation journey. Reconciliation is about establishing and maintaining mutually respectful relationships, which starts with awareness of the past.
CN Announces Nova Scotia Partnership with Genesee & Wyoming; Acquisition of a Stake in Cape Breton & Central Nova Scotia Railway (CBNS) is Focused on Consolidation and Long-Term Growth Opportunities
MONTREAL - CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today announced that it acquired from Genesee & Wyoming Inc., a stake in the Cape Breton & Central Nova Scotia Railway that includes 145 miles of active track. 'We are proud to be partnering with Genesee & Wyoming to serve existing customers on this line. This partnership will further reinforce CN's presence in eastern Canada where we believe there will be a growing role to play in the competitiveness of North American trade.
CN Announces Second Quarter Results; Scheduled Operation Delivering Solid Customer Service Despite Challenging External Factors
Today at 10:42 am MONTREAL - CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today reported its financial and operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. The Company's focus on scheduled railroading has resulted in year-over-year improvements in car velocity, train speed and through dwell. 'CN's disciplined approach to scheduled railroading continues to deliver for our customers.
How To Support Mothers Raising Children With Autism
Tips from an autism treatment specialist on how to show kindness to a mom who gives everything—and more—to her child with autism. Breakfast in bed and maybe a day off from household chores are typical ways to celebrate Mother’s Day. But autism doesn’t take a day off. Children with autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, often have difficulties communicating, tantrums, and aggression issues, and they don’t stop on Mother’s Day.
What Parents With an Autistic Child Wish You Knew About Autism
As three-year old Orla’s face turned bright red, she screamed with such a glass-shatteringly high pitch that everyone in the grocery store checkout lines turned to look. The little girl held on with superhero strength to the chocolate bar she had grabbed from the counter racks. Like most kids, she loves candy and she was drawn to the colourful wrapper.
Autism Awareness or Acceptance? Why We Should Shift Our Language
Each year, April 1 marks the start of International Autism Awareness Month. Mayors in many cities around the world raise a symbolic flag, and awareness campaigns are often launched on World Autism Awareness Day, April 2. But autism advocacy groups are calling on the public and media outlets to use a different word instead of awareness: acceptance. The idea is that this shift would push the general public to be even more inclusive of people on the autism spectrum.
There's No Such Thing as a Site Migration
Websites, like the businesses who operate them, are often deceptively complicated machines. They’re fragile systems, and changing or replacing any one of the parts can easily affect (or even break) the whole setup — often in ways not immediately obvious to stakeholders or developers. Even seemingly simple sites are often powered by complex technology, like content management systems, databases, and templating engines.
Five Things To Do For a Family Dealing With Autism
Your nephew, grandchild or work colleague's son received a diagnosis of autism and now you feel uncomfortable talking with the family about it? Or maybe your neighbour's daughter is autistic and you aren't sure what exactly you could do to help. Believe it or not, it's fairly common for family and close friends to pull away. Whether because of discomfort or simply not knowing what to say or do, many parents caring for a child with autism feel isolated from people they once thought cared.
Why Aren't We Trying to Cure Autism?
Sharon Dominick Campaigns to cure medical conditions call for our attention, all the time.Walk down Toronto's University Avenue, lined with hospitals and medical research centres, and you will see gigantic banners hanging down the outside of the hospitals. "Conquer Cancer: In Our Lifetime," they implore in big, bold, confident print.I donate annually to research initiatives relentlessly chasing cures for diseases such as diabetes and HIV AIDS.
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