Mile 0 · Right-of-way access

Apply to work on or near CN's right-of-way.

Submit your work plan and insurance, follow the review, and receive the railroad's decision — all in one place. Built for third parties and the contractors working on their behalf.

How it works

  1. 1

    MP 1 · Apply

    Tell us about the work

    Mark the work location, upload your work plan and certificate of insurance, and review the fee schedule before you submit.

  2. 2

    MP 2 · Review

    TRC reviews on the railroad's behalf

    TRC checks your work plan and insurance, then recommends approval or denial to the railroad.

  3. 3

    MP 3 · Decision

    The railroad decides

    The railroad makes the final call. You're notified the moment your application's status changes.

What you'll need

  • Work location

    An address, milepost, or a point dropped on the map.

  • Work plan

    A document describing the investigation or study.

  • Certificate of insurance

    A current COI naming the required coverage.

  • Payment method

    Fees are billed per the railroad's published schedule.