Saskatchewan short lines grants lead to improvements

Communication and Government Relations Rachel Mackenzie said. "Improving infrastructure ensures safe and efficient rail service for our members in Saskatchewan which is critical to support exporters of agricultural and other commodities."

Provincial grants provide up to 50 % of eligible project costs. The funding is used by rail lines for a variety of projects including expansion of rail yards, improved crossing surfaces, bridge maintenance, track rehabilitation and track materials.

There are 13 provincially regulated short line railways in Saskatchewan that operate on 2123 kilometres of track, primarily transporting grain.

n Big Sky Rail $87,035 n Great Western Railway $129,909

"The SRIP grants go to support more efficient operations for Saskatchewan short line rail," Western Canadian Short Line Railway Association Director of