Why VIA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

About Us

At VIA Rail, we are dedicated to delivering safe, efficient, and eco-friendly rail service across Canada. Our mission is to connect communities with reliable and accessible transportation, enhanced by our upcoming fleet of new trains. Our committed team is at the heart of this transformation, fostering a more sustainable and impactful experience for passengers, employees, and communities. We’re not just transporting people; we’re connecting lives and strengthening communities.

Our mandate

VIA Rail Canada Inc. is tasked with operating the national passenger rail services on behalf of the Government of Canada. We offer intercity rail services and ensure connectivity for regional and remote communities. Our goal is to provide a safe, accessible, efficient, reliable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly passenger rail service that meets the needs of Canadian passengers.

Our vision: A smarter way to move people

We aim to positively influence the lives of our passengers, employees, partners, and the communities we serve. VIA Rail is committed to sustainable, efficient, and effective passenger rail service, integrating environmental, social, economic, and ethical considerations into our strategy and daily operations.

Our mission: Passengers first

Our top priority is our passengers. We continually strive to enhance our services and redefine VIA Rail to offer the best travel experience possible, finding innovative ways to connect Canadian communities. Safety remains our utmost priority.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Working at VIA

Benefits

We provide a supportive, safe, and motivating work environment where our employees come together each week—whether on board our trains, at our stations, maintenance centers, or offices—to operate 420 trains across 12,500 kilometers of track. From coast to coast, we ensure that everyone enjoys a secure and inclusive workplace where both physical and mental wellness are prioritized.

Here are some of the benefits of joining our team:

  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
  • Excellent Pension Plan
  • Bonus program
  • Annual Vacation, Parental, and Personal Leave
  • Hybrid Schedule Options (depending on the position)
  • Unlimited Access to Telemedicine Services
  • Wide Range of Health and Wellness Benefits with various flexible options
  • Train Travel Privileges for you and your family
  • Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in our workforce
  • Numerous Career Development Opportunities, including training
  • Participation in Social initiatives and committees such as the Wellness Ambassador Program, Volunteering Opportunities and the Employee Resource Group (DEI) to name a few.
     

We are dedicated to ensuring that our work environment is as welcoming and diverse as the Canadian society we serve.
 

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