{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/665dda1b3ce6480013459039/66c74fd1b01596b92b57ae9e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"What happens next after the Canadian railroads come to a halt?","description":"<p>Both major freight railroads in Canada, Canadian National and CPKC, halted operations due to a contract dispute, impacting around 10,000 employees, including engineers and conductors. Rail traffic in Canada and shipments to the U.S. have ceased, though operations continue in the U.S. and Mexico. This situation risks significant supply chain disruptions and affects the transportation of billions of dollars’ worth of goods monthly between the two countries. The lockout followed the expiration of a contract deadline, and negotiations have stalled. Union representatives rejected the last offers from the railroads. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has not enforced arbitration, encouraging further negotiations. Labor Minister Steven MacKinnon is facilitating discussions, which are hindered by scheduling and crew fatigue rules. Proposals from the railroads include changes to pay systems and salary increases. If the shutdown persists, several industries may confront serious operational issues.</p><p>Learn more on this news visit us at: https://greyjournal.net/</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"GREY Journal"}