FAQs: Railway Third Party Liability Insurance Coverage Regulations

1. What is the purpose of these regulations?

The Railway Third Party Liability Insurance Coverage Regulations set out the requirements that must be met in order for a railway company to be in possession of adequate third party liability insurance coverage.

2. What are the key elements of these regulations?

The Railway Third Party Liability Insurance Coverage Regulations set out the requirements that must be met in order for a railway company to be in possession of adequate third party liability insurance coverage.

3. How do these regulations affect Canadian businesses?

The Canadian Transportation Agency will issue a certificate of fitness for the proposed construction or operation of a railway if the Agency is satisfied that there will be adequate liability insurance coverage for the proposed construction or operation, as determined in accordance with the Railway Third Party Liability Insurance Coverage Regulations.

4. Where can I get more information?

For more information contact:

Canadian Transportation Agency

Ottawa, ON
K1A 0N9

Telephone: 1-888-222-2592
TTY: 1-800-669-5575
Fax: 819-997-6727

E-mail : info@otc-cta.gc.ca
Website: www.otc-cta.gc.ca