Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Agreement for a High-Resolution Multi-Sensor Compact Smart Train Collision Avoidance System
Agreement Number:
164969
Agreement Value:
$480,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 28, 2024 - Sep 30, 2028
Description:
To support research testing and development of technology to improve rail safety.
Organization:
Transport Canada
Expected Results:
Piloting of new technologies at grade crossings and on rail lines.
Location:
VICTORIA, British Columbia, CA V8P5C2
Reference Number:
217-2024-2025-Q1-10115
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Aboriginal recipient
Additional Information:
The projected agreement end date was modified.
Amendment Date
Nov 20, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Victoria
Federal Riding Name:
Victoria (2023)
Federal Riding Number:
59042
Program:
Rail Safety Improvement Program: Infrastructure Technology and Research Component
Program Purpose:
The program supports projects that improve rail safety contribute to increasing safety at grade crossings and along rail lines address climate change resilience through the rehabilitation mitigation and/or prevention of the impacts of climate change/extreme weather along rail lines and rail property and increase public confidence in Canada's rail transportation system.
Coverage:
National
Amendments: