Mr. Chairman, in the 2016 report, “An Update on Rail Safety”, this committee recommended “That advance notice and opportunity for consultation with municipalities be provided on rules and any exceptions to rules.” In its response, the Government of Canada indicated that a mechanism to that effect would be introduced by Transport Canada.
These are questions for those who are giving testimony. One, to your knowledge, has such a mechanism been introduced by Transport Canada? Two, to your knowledge, has Transport Canada consulted with municipalities in developing such a mechanism? Three, what is the typical involvement of municipalities in the development of change to Transport Canada rules regarding rail safety?