Tweed Praises Rail Crossing Safety Initiatives   

BRANDON, April 20, 2010 – Merv Tweed, MP for Brandon-Souris is pleased to announce funding for safety enhancements to 3 rail grade crossings in the Constituency of Brandon-Souris.  

Funding totalling $35,280 from Transport Canada will improve railway crossings in three locations, in or near Firdale, Carberry and Virden.

“Our Government is committed to the safety of Canadians and reducing incidents at rail crossings,” said Tweed.  “We are investing in 155 high priority rail grade crossings across Canada, which is a commitment under Canada’s Economic Action Plan.”

The improvements to rail crossings range in magnitude and complexity from repairing electronics in existing systems to a full signal system installation with flashing lights, bells and gates.