🍁🚍 Fresh perspectives. Meaningful dialogue. Stronger connections. CUTA’s 2026 Policy Forum united transit leaders in Ottawa to tackle policy challenges, share ideas and advance priorities for Canadian public transit. Thank you to our speakers, moderators and delegates for moving the conversation forward! Be sure to check out the highlights: ow.ly/U2rf5100GQ6

🚍💵 Investing in public transit also means investing in Canadian jobs, manufacturing and economic resilience. Our final panel, Transit, Trade and Canada's Industrial Strategy, explores how transit investment and infrastructure procurement can strengthen domestic supply chains and support Canada's economy amid trade uncertainty. Moderated by Carla Stout (Niagara Transit), with Eric Harvey (Railway Association of Canada), Laurie Frigon (Canadian Construction Association) and Jennifer McNeil (New Flyer). #CUTAPolicyForum #CanadianManufacturing #TalkingTransit

🛠️ Building stronger transit systems means understanding and advocating for the people who rely on them. Denis Agar, Executive Director of MovementYVR, joins #CUTAPolicyForum to discuss the role of ridership advocacy in shaping the future of public transit. #PublicTransit #TransitAdvocacy #TalkingTransit

🛡️ Safety and security remain critical priorities for Canada's public transit industry. Vince Gasparro, MP and Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Combatting Crime), joins us for remarks followed by a fireside chat facilitated by David Cooper of Leading Mobility. The discussion focuses on the federal role in transit safety and security. #CUTAPolicyForum #TransitSafety #TalkingTransit

🤝 We're pleased to welcome the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, to the stage for today's federal government keynote at CUTA's 2026 Policy Forum. As Canada looks to strengthen its communities and infrastructure, the federal role in supporting public transit remains an important part of the conversation. #CUTAPolicyForum #PublicTransit #TalkingTransit

👏 We're pleased to welcome Sébastien Lemire, MP and Bloc Québécois Critic for Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, to CUTA's 2026 Policy Forum for remarks on federal transit priorities. #CUTAPolicyForum #PublicTransit #TalkingTransit

🚇📊 How does investing in public transit strengthen Canada's economy? Building on the findings of the Move Canada report, today's panel explored how transit connects people to jobs, supports businesses and contributes to economic growth. Featuring Marco D’Angelo (CUTA), Jessica Fletcher (TransLink), Ian Hodgkinson (Alstom) and Andrew DiCapua (Canadian Chamber of Commerce). #CUTAPolicyForum #MoveCanada #TalkingTransit

🚆📈 Public transit is more than a way to get around. It's an economic driver. Andrew DiCapua, Principal Economist at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, presents findings from Move Canada, a joint report by CUTA and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce examining the economic impact of public transit. #CUTAPolicyForum #TalkingTransit #PublicTransit

💪 Strong municipal leadership is key to advancing public transit. Our Transit and Municipal Leadership panel brings together municipal leaders from across Canada to explore how cities can build consensus, secure investment and navigate the challenges of improving transit service. Moderated by Karl Bélanger, with Edmond Leclerc, Aref Salem, Bev Dubois and Riley Brockington. #CUTAPolicyForum #MunicipalLeadership #PublicTransit

🚧 Delivering major transit projects is essential to building stronger, more connected communities. Jean-Vincent Lacroix, Director of Communications and Public Affairs at Mobilité Infra Québec, takes the stage at #CUTAPolicyForum to discuss delivering major transit projects. #PublicTransit #TransitInfrastructure

💭 What does predictable federal funding mean for the future of public transit in Canada? Our first panel of the day, Funding the Future: Federal Investment in Public Transit, explores the Canada Public Transit Fund, long-term funding certainty and the investments needed to renew and expand transit systems across the country. Moderated by the Hon. Amarjeet Sohi, with Maureen Cosyn-Heath (MiWay), Rick Leary (OC Transpo) and Dave Reage (CUTA). #CUTAPolicyForum #TransitFunding

"Our communities continue to grow. Population continues to grow and immediately we need to make sure that we are investing [in public transit]." - Hon. Amarjeet Sohi Thank you to Hon. Amarjeet Sohi for kicking off our opening panel this morning.

🍁 We're kicking off CUTA's 2026 Policy Forum in Ottawa! CUTA President and CEO Marco D’Angelo and CUTA Chair Dave Reage welcomed transit leaders, policymakers and industry partners for a day of important conversations about the future of public transit in Canada. Follow along as we share today's highlights! #CUTAPolicyForum #PublicTransit

🚍🤝 Strong partnerships and continued investment are essential to moving public transit forward. During CUTA’s Lobby Day, Wade Coombs, Martin Bean, and Carrie Hotton-MacDonald met with MP Heather McPherson to discuss the importance of federal funding and support for public transit. We appreciate the opportunity to strengthen connections with government and highlight the investments needed to build reliable, accessible transit systems across Canada. #PublicTransit #TransitAdvocacy

🤝 Strong connections help drive meaningful progress for public transit. Thank you to MP Salma Zahid for meeting with David Cooper, Maureen Cosyn Heath, Chad Sadowy, and Josh Colle during CUTA’s Lobby Day in Ottawa. Building relationships and maintaining open dialogue with government helps strengthen collaboration, share industry perspectives, and advance public transit priorities across Canada. #PublicTransit #TransitAdvocacy

🗣️ Bringing transit voices to the table helps shape a stronger future for public transit. Thank you to MP Madeleine Chenette for meeting with Aref Salem, Gabriel Retta, and Anne-Sophie Harrois during CUTA’s Lobby Day in Ottawa. #PublicTransit #TransitAdvocacy

🚍 Open communication is essential to building stronger relationships between government and the public transit industry! Thank you to MP Linda Lapointe for meeting with Anne-Sophie Harrois, Sandra Marchand, and Simon-Robert Chartrand during CUTA’s Lobby Day in Ottawa. Conversations like these create opportunities to share industry perspectives, strengthen understanding, and work together toward a better-connected Canada. #PublicTransit #TransitAdvocacy

🚍 Strong relationships and open dialogue with government help move public transit forward ⏩ Thank you to MP Andréanne Larouche for meeting with Anne-Sophie Harrois and Simon-Robert Chartrand during CUTA’s Lobby Day in Ottawa. Meaningful conversations like these strengthen collaboration between government and the transit industry, helping advance shared priorities and support the future of public transit across Canada. #PublicTransit #TransitAdvocacy

🚍 🍁 Strong federal funding and supportive policies are essential to advancing public transit across Canada. Thank you to Senator Sandra Pupatello for meeting with David Cooper, Carla Stout, Doug Parker, and Karen Cameron during CUTA’s Lobby Day in Ottawa. #PublicTransit #TransitAdvocacy