Welcoming Indigenous Talent to CN

CN is committed to creating lasting careers for Indigenous talent. Whether you’re looking for corporate opportunities, hands-on roles in rail operations, or internships to get your career moving – CN looks forward to welcoming you and supporting you at every step of the journey.

From Community to Campus – Lisa’s Journey

From Community to Campus – Lisa’s Journey

Follow Lisa’s journey into the world of rail, from her Community of Witset First Nation in BC to CN's Campus in Winnipeg, MB.

Learn more about the application process for positions at CN, what to expect when arriving for paid training at Campus, what a career in railway operations entails.

Lisa’s journey is one of many Indigenous experiences that shape our culture and strengthen our ties. CN continuously looks forward to welcoming Indigenous talent to our organization and supporting their long-term careers.

WATCH THE VIDEO

 

Follow Lisa’s journey into the world of rail, from her Community of Witset First Nation in BC to CN's Campus in Winnipeg, MB.

Learn more about the application process for positions at CN, what to expect when arriving for paid training at Campus, what a career in railway operations entails.

Lisa’s journey is one of many Indigenous experiences that shape our culture and strengthen our ties. CN continuously looks forward to welcoming Indigenous talent to our organization and supporting their long-term careers.

Building Lasting Ties

CN supports the career progression of Indigenous talent who self identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis, the Indigenous peoples in Canada. Through this initiative, CN is taking proactive measures to support the equitable representation of Indigenous peoples within its workforce in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.

Dedicated Career Resources

Click on the links below to explore key positions in railway operations at CN, tips on how to stand out when interviewing, and watch the videos to learn more about the process of applying to CN and paid training at CN Campus.  

Key Operating Roles          Interview Guidance            How to Apply          Being Selected

          Key Operating Roles          Interview Guidance

          How to Apply                      Being Selected

  • “My time at CN has been more than an internship; it's been a valuable and rewarding chapter in my professional growth, where each project left me with a deep sense of accomplishment. Working with talented individuals at CN allowed me to make meaningful contributions and opened doors to new connections and insights.” 

    Brittanny Janvier - Intern, Talent & Performance Management

     

  • "I am a Proud Northern Manitoba Front Line Supervisor and a third-generation railroader. CN has a supportive culture, equal opportunities and supports long-term career progression. My goal is to encourage my daughter to be the fourth-generation railroader."

    Michel Henry O-KI-KA-MAN Molin - Assistant Supervisor, Track

     

  • "As an Indigenous Relations Manager at CN, my work focuses on advancing meaningful reconciliation across the company. I am an Innu woman from the community of Uashat mak Mani utenam in Québec, and ensuring Indigenous perspectives are considered in everything we do is deeply important to me." 

    Laureanne Fontaine - Manager, Indigenous Relations

     

  • "I'm a Transportation Manager at CN and a member of the Flying Dust First Nation. To any Indigenous job seeker considering a career with CN, I encourage you to go for it. The opportunities at CN go far beyond just a career, and I’ve been able to pursue my university degree while working full-time. CN is a place where you can truly thrive and build a future you're proud of."

    Keith Sanderson - Manager, Transportation

     

CN's Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP)

CN's IRAP is driven by a commitment to building respectful, sustainable and mutually beneficial relationships with all Indigenous Peoples, while ensuring service to our customers. Ultimately, the overarching goal is to be recognized for the strength of these relationships by Indigenous communities, as well as key stakeholders, including customers and governments. This IRAP provides a pathway to achieving this vision in meaningful and authentic ways.

Indigenous Employee Resource Group (ERG)

The Indigenous ERG is a safe space for Indigenous and non-Indigenous employees to share, learn, and grow together around the unique recognitions, relationships and histories that Indigenous Peoples hold. The ERG's mission is to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace by bringing together employees who are passionate about Indigenous Peoples within both CN and the communities we serve.

  • “CN remains committed to building a welcoming environment and, importantly, fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels included and valued. We all have a role to play in embracing a workplace where CN employees can be their authentic selves without discrimination.”

     

    Vanessa James - Manager, Indigenous Relations

Top Employer, Year After Year