August 12, 2024 – As the dust settles on the CIRB decision last week, it is apparent to all that CN, CPKC and its unions are no closer to an agreement than before. Both CN and CPKC have issued lockout notices for August 22nd unless an agreement is reached. The federal government is not taking any substantive action to avoid a nationwide shutdown of its rail lines. Canaan Transport has begun advising its customers on the impacts of this upcoming strike on their individual and specific shipments.