Service Update: Wildfire in Northern Ontario

14 juillet 2026

Due to active wildfires in Northern Ontario, CN is currently experiencing service disruption between Sioux Lookout and Armstrong.

As a result, some shipments moving through this corridor may experience delays. At this time, there is no estimated timeline for when normal rail operations will resume, as access to the affected area remains restricted until it is deemed safe.

We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

If you have any questions about your shipment, please contact your Account Manager or Customer Service.

Message From CN

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Please be advised that we are currently experiencing a disruption as a result of a wildfire in Northern Ontario between Sioux Lookout and Armstrong.

Personnel are currently not permitted to enter the affected area. Access restrictions remain in place, and some areas may be closed or evacuated as a precaution. We are awaiting confirmation from the appropriate authorities that conditions are safe for operations to resume.

Once clearance is received, CN crews will be re-deployed into the area to recover traffic and restore normal service. While delays are expected, we are unable to provide an estimated track passable at this time.

Please see below for Intermodal containerized business:

  • Intermodal gates remain open
  • If Intermodal reservations are valid, loading operations will continue as scheduled
  • Train departures remain dependent on wildfire conditions and network accessibility

We will update you as the situation evolves, we appreciate your patience and support.

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