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
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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.
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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.
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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.