VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada. An independent Crown corporation established in 1977, VIA Rail provides a safe, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible service from coast to coast in both official languages. We continuously strive to offer a unique and memorable travel experience. VIA Rail is a smarter way to move. The Corporation operates 454 train departures weekly on a 12,500-km network, connecting…
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VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada. An independent Crown corporation established in 1977, VIA Rail provides a safe, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible service from coast to coast in both official languages. We continuously strive to offer a unique and memorable travel experience. VIA Rail is a smarter way to move. The Corporation operates 454 train departures weekly on a 12,500-km network, connecting over 400 Canadian communities. With over 3,000 employees, VIA Rail carried more than 5 million passengers in 2019. Also, we’re helping to build a better future through innovative projects that protect the environment and help boost the Canadian economy.
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Reported office locations
3 Place Ville-Marie, Suite 500, Montreal, Québec H3B 2C9, CA
Business categories
Logistics
Association
Other recorded names
VIA Rail Canada
Specialties
Travel
transportation
passenger
tourism
vacation
Canada
leisure
tours
national railway
transport en commun
ferroviaire
mobilité durable
and développement durable
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0
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Industry
Rail Transportation
Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Montreal, Québec
Organization type
Government Agency
Year founded
1977
Specialties
TraveltransportationpassengertourismvacationCanadaleisuretoursnational railwaytransport en commun
VIA Rail Canada has 16 open jobs in Canada as of November 6, 2026. Top locations: Montréal, Vancouver and Ottawa.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
The incumbent liaises with the appropriate stakeholders to obtain the information required to resolve issues and issue purchase orders; The Agent must be able to identify potential issues and provide effective…
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
3+ YOECandidates need an accounting diploma or certificate, 3 to 5 years of accounts payable and reconciliation experience, and fluent bilingual English and French. Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and transactional accounting systems is required, with Oracle as an asset.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Oracle
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
Candidates need to be qualified locomotive engineers, CROR qualified and able to communicate well in English. They must have no criminal record, meet the physical requirements, and show strong safety, problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
10+ YOECandidates need about ten years of railway operations experience, knowledge of the Canadian Rail Operating Rules, and a management-level education. They must be bilingual in French and English and have working knowledge of collective agreements.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
10+ YOECandidates need at least 10 years of railway industry experience and 2 years of project management experience, with knowledge of railway infrastructure, Transport Canada, AREMA and CN/CP standards. Fluency in English and French, a valid driver's licence, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather are also required.
Microsoft SharePoint, Project Online, EPM 2010, Microsoft Office
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
Candidates need a high school diploma and a valid driver's licence, with Class 3 an asset. They must be able to work outdoors in all weather and do physically demanding tasks; knowledge of CROR and railway, transportation or mechanical experience is an asset.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need an electrical engineering degree, OIQ membership, and 5-10 years of electrical engineering experience, including leading a team. Rail experience, strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills, and fluency in English and French are required.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a CPA or CPA candidacy, a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and five years of financial analysis or accounting experience. Advanced Excel and Power BI skills and fluent French and English are required.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
Candidates need experience or certification in a skilled trade such as carpentry, plumbing or welding, plus experience maintaining or assembling transportation equipment. They must be able to work day, evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. A Red Seal or journeyman certification is an asset.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
VIA Rail Canada needs candidates with a high school diploma, a valid driver's licence and housekeeping, commercial cleaning or building maintenance experience. Candidates must lift up to 50 lbs, work varied shifts and pass transportation security clearance.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need at least five years of payroll experience or an equivalent mix of education and experience, plus functional bilingualism in French and English. A college diploma in accounting, finance or business administration is expected, and familiarity with collective agreements and Microsoft Office is needed.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Oracle, VIAnet, IRAS
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
7+ YOECandidates need at least 7 years of large-scale project planning, an engineering or business degree, and a relevant master's degree. The posting also asks for strong capacity planning, risk and Monte Carlo analysis skills, rail industry knowledge, and fluency in French and English.
MS Project, Primavera, Enterprise Project Management (EPM), Project Online, Excel
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
10+ YOECandidates need a university degree in electrical engineering or equivalent and 10+ years of rail or similar-sector experience. They must be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, be bilingual in French and English, and show strong leadership and communication skills.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
10+ YOECandidates need a civil engineering degree, a P.Eng. licence with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, and 10 to 15 years of railway and large-scale project experience. Bilingual French and English is required.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
10+ YOECandidates need a mechanical engineering degree, membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, and at least 10 years of rail or rolling stock mechanical experience. Strong judgment, problem-solving and stakeholder skills, plus fluent French and English, are required.
VIA Rail Canada: VIA Rail operates Canada’s national passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada.
15+ YOE5+ MgmtVIA Rail Canada requires an engineering bachelor's degree, 15 or more years of experience (at least 5 in a multidisciplinary technical setting and 5 managing technical teams), and membership in a Professional Order of Engineers. Candidates need hands-on rail vehicle maintenance experience, CMMIS skills and fluency in French and English.