Statement on Canadian rail stoppage

The Government of Canada had the opportunity to prevent an unprecedented shutdown of our Canadian freight rail network and some commuter services in major cities. Unfortunately, it did not act.

Canadians are already contending with a high cost of living. They need to see decisive leadership from government that puts their families and livelihoods first.

The Minister of Labour must use the tools at his disposal to immediately resolve this conflict through binding arbitration.

• The Honourable Perrin Beatty, PC, OC, President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Chamber of Commerce

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