Grow Your Business and Ship by Rail
Let our Business Development team turn your
expansion vision into rail-connected reality
Connecting Customers to CN’s Network
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At CN, we understand that every project is unique with its own priorities, timelines, and opportunities. Whether you're building long-term infrastructure or looking for a fast, flexible solution like transloading, we’re here to help you choose the best option for your business.


Select the type of development project that is right for you:
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Connect Your Site to CN’s network Connect Your Site to CN’s network 
Connect or Expand Your Site to CN’s Network

Locate a CN Certified Rail Ready Site Locate a CN Certified Rail Ready Site Dark 
Look For Available Rail Development Sites

See If Transloading Fits Your Needs See If Transloading Fits Your Needs 
Transload Your Commodity from Truck to Rail



Connect or Expand Your Site to CN’s Network
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Looking to build or expand your facility or build a new one in the location of your choosing? CN helps make your site rail-served with expert support from planning to construction, all tailored to your business and connected to our 20,000-mile (32,000 km) network.


Three Easy Steps:
Connect or Expand Your Site to CN’s Network
Step 1 Understand the Rail Requirements  
Step 1

Understand the Rail Requirements


From day one, our Business Development (BD) team works closely with you to understand your vision, gather key project details, and co-create a plan that aligns with your operational needs and growth strategy.
Step 2 Design the Rail Facility  
Step 2

Design the Rail Facility


At this stage, you’ll submit your conceptual drawing and initial operating plan. Once approved, we’ll move into the detailed design. CN will be there to guide and support you every step of the way.
Step 3 Build and Operate  
Step 3

Build and Operate


You’re ready to begin construction, you’ve built it, now let’s get it moving. Once your facility is ready for rail service, CN will work with you to complete the final step, ensuring safety, compliance and operational readiness.

Available Rail Development Sites
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CN offers rail development locations to meet your unique business needs. Our experienced team is dedicated to enhancing your supply chain and facility development, ensuring faster market entry and sustained growth. Think you’ve found the perfect spot for your business? Explore our available sites and contact your Business Development Manager.


Why choosing a CN Site can ensure your project`s success?
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Provides direct access to CN's 32,000 km/20,000 mile network

Provides direct access to CN's 32,000 km/20,000 mile network

Mitigates risk by having a pre-evaluated site

Mitigates risk by having a pre-evaluated site

Reduces time from site selection to construction

Reduces time from site selection to construction

Aligns with CN operations and experienced logistics team

Aligns with CN operations and experienced logistics team

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Certified Sites Available for Immediate Development
CN’s Certified Rail Ready Site program makes it easier and faster to find a location for a rail served site. Each industrial site is strategically located along our network, guaranteeing CN rail access and ready for development. Plus, each property has also been rigorously evaluated and certified for industrial development by a third party with strict criteria around municipal zoning, electrical, natural gas, water, wastewater, telecommunications, highways, and environmental assessment. This approach reduces development risk and time, enabling you to start shipping sooner.
Customer Resources
We’ve assembled the key documentation you need to move your rail served development projects forward:




download Attestation of Compliance with CN Standard

download CN Comment Review Sheet (XLS)



download CN Industrial Track Standards

download Customer Information Form



download Rail Design Contacts Aug 2025

Find Your Regional Contact
Ready to move forward? Connect with us today and start turning your project into reality. We’re here to help.
Northern Alberta
Kyle Bennett
Manager, Business Development

Email Kyle
British Columbia & Manitoba

Linda Vergata
Manager, Business Development

Email Linda
Southern Alberta, Saskatchewan

Shane Edwards
Manager, Business Development

E-mail Shane
Western Canada

Karen Jensen
Senior Manager, Business Development

Email Karen
Ontario

Daniel Chan
Manager, Business Development

Email Daniel
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Atlantic Canada & Quebec

Christopher Hungerbuhler
Manager, Business Development

email Christopher
Eastern Canada

Anthony Baratta
Senior Manager, Business Development

Email Anthony
Northern Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio & Wisconsin

LaShelle Pearson
Manager, Business Development

Email LaShelle
Southern Illinois, Alabama, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi & Tennessee

Will Owens
Manager, Business Development

email Will
U.S.

Shane Crain
Senior Manager,
Business Development

Email Shane