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Rail Safety Week 2022 Help CN to Spread the Rail Safety Message This year, Rail Safety Week will be held in Canada, the United States and Mexico from September 19 - 25. Operation Lifesaver, and its partners, created Rail Safety Week in 2003 to raise public awareness of the potential dangers at railway crossings and from trespassing on railway property. Since then the momentum has grown and together with our partners at Operation Lifesaver, CN will join forces again this year to promote public rail safety in communities throughout our network across North America. Join our CN Rail Safety Week team! Railway safety is a shared responsibility Rail safety never takes a break. CN, along with Operation Lifesaver, our communities and local authorities, CN Police officers and other CN employees, helps prevent accidents and injuries at rail crossings to ensure everyone’s safety on and around railroad infrastructure. We are pleased to share some of our online and social media tools with you and would be very grateful if you could help promote railway safety in the days leading up to and during Rail Safety Week by sharing them with the communities and community organizations in which you are involved. We would also like to ask you for a personal favour: please use Rail Safety Week as an opportunity to remind your network of colleagues, family and friends of the importance of being safe around rail property. To assist you in engaging your network in a meaningful dialogue, here is a link to our Rail Safety web page as well as to Operation Lifesaver . Also attached are our Rail Safety Tips you can share within your communities. We are counting on you to help spread the word since rail safety is a shared responsibility: Be Rail Smart! Stop. Look. Listen. Live. #railsafety Finally, we would very much appreciate if you would share your experience, activities and any feedback on rail safety with us by email at Communications@cn.ca . At CN, we are very proud of and grateful for your continued commitment to Rail Safety and for your care for everyone’s safety in your community. We thank you very much for contributing to stronger and safer communities and making them proud to have CN as a neighbour. Yours sincerely, Stephen Covey Chief of Police and Chief Security Officer ​ Rail Safety Tips Cyrus Reporter Vice-President, Public, Government & Regulatory Affairs ​

About the CN Pensioners Association Who We Are ​ The purpose of the CN Pensioners Association (CNPA) is to represent the needs of all retired CN employees. Our objective is to protect your interests, financial and otherwise, regarding your pension, your benefits and support and enhance your social interests and activities. The CNPA was established over 40 years ago but we continue to evolve over the years, changing with the times. As a group, we are active in the communities we live in. We proactively advocate governments on Seniors' issues. We are an equal partner, along with the unions and CN, on the CN Pension Committee, ensuring our pensions are funded and improved over time. When sufficient funds are available we propose to the CN Board of Directors, for its consideration, pension improvements for our pensioners and also recommend modifications to the Pension Plan rules to the CN Board of Directors for review and approval. We have an important role in monitoring and communicating matters relating to the funding of our pensions and other pension matters. With over 31,000 pensioners across the country, the CNPA wants to ensure you stay connected, have access to a wide variety of benefits, and have a place to connect with your former colleagues and to meet new friends. All this is managed by dedicated volunteers from every corner of the country. Despite popular belief, we are not just a group of old fogies who sit around playing pinochle. Our CNPA members are involved and active in the communities they live in, in volunteer efforts, recreation and leisure activities. We work with external partners to provide a variety of benefits, including insurance and travel discounts. ​ While CN Pension & Benefits Administration (1-800-361-0739) is the primary contact for your specific defined benefit pension plan issues, you or your spouse can also direct your or concerns about pension provisions, your benefits, changes, etc. to an executive member at any level. We will point you in the right direction for answers on issues affecting your retirement. We are just a call or email away. ​ About Our Organization ​ The CN Pensioners Associations Inc. is a volunteer run, tri-level association, each with their own constitution and by-laws. The Association is comprised of: ​ A National Council whose main role is to: Assist in forming associations of CN pensioners where a sufficient number are located and desire such association, To provide and be the liaison between these associations and the management of Canadian National Railway Company, Promote and protect the social economic and fraternal interests of all CN pensioners. ​​ Five Regional/Provincial Councils whose main role is to: Assist in forming associations of CN pensioners where a sufficient number are located and desire such association, Promote and protect the interests of all retired CN employees in their respective Regions/Provinces, including all pensioners and their spouses formerly connected with CN e.g. VIA Rail, Marine Atlantic and other Affiliates, to provide the proper liaison between CN pensioners and the Officers of CN in these respective Regions/Provinces. Act as an advisory body to assist Local Councils in problem solving. Over 35 local councils strategically located across the nation whose main role is to promote and protect the interests of all retired CN employees in their respective geographical locations, including all pensioners and their spouses formerly connected with CN e.g. VIA Rail, Marine Atlantic and other Affiliates.​ ​

Avis Rent A Car Avis Rent a Car is pleased to offer CNPA members discounted rates for car rentals in Canada, the United States and internationally. Visit the Avis web site - https://www.avis.com/en/association/B308200 - in order to secure your discount today! Use AWD code B308200 Canada & United States A minimum 5% discount off the lowest discountable rate. Discount can range up to 25%, but that increased discount is subject to a number of variables. International In Africa, Asia, the Caribbean (including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands) Europe, Middle East, Latin America, Mexico, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa, you will receive a maximum 20% discount off the lowest available discountable time and mileage rates ​ Unless otherwise provided, these rates do not include, taxes, insurance, airport fees, drop charges, and no discount would be applied to these charges if they are incurred.

Our CN Community We're all part of the CN Community and we can contribute in many ways Volunteer In Your Community The 'CN Railroaders in the Community' (RRITC) program recognizes acts of kindness by providing grants to the not for profit organizations employees choose to support through their volunteer efforts. CN Corporate Site There's lots of information about CN found on the corporate site www.cn.ca . The latest CN news is found here ​ And if you're interested, the CN 100 Celebration Commemorative book can be found here CN Community Fund CN Employees’ and Pensioners’ Community Fund is a non-profit organization that organizes fundraising activities and annual campaigns in support of various Canadian charities Rail Safety Week Rail safety is a shared responsibility and we ask everyone to be especially careful when on or near railroad property and at crossings. Look, listen and live! That’s what it means to be rail smart! ​ CN Spotlight Find out more about the people of CN each month in the 'CN Spotlight' magazine ​ ​ ​ ​

Holo Alert 24/7 Medical Alert Protection Experience peace of mind with Holo Alert, Canada's leading medical alert system. Our devices are easy to use, comfortable, and offer crucial features like automatic fall detection and GPS location capability. With 24/7 monitoring, help is always just a button press away. Holo Alert, your reliable companion for independent living, working Canada-wide for your safety. ​ Holo Alert, is a provider of Medical Alert and Fall Detection devices with the following features: Emergency alert button for events requiring medical assistance Automatic fall detection for emergencies where the button cannot be pressed Two way voice communication directly through the device during an emergency Cellular network coverage throughout Canada & US, no personal cellphone required GPS enabled to provide emergency response personnel with your precise location Water resistant allowing for usage in the shower or bath Multiple options available: pendant worn around the neck or watch for usage on wrist Watch includes heart rate monitoring and step counter Chargers for devices are included, no battery replacement required Watch requires charging daily, pendant approximately every 3 days How it Works: Upon pressing the emergency button or when a fall has occurred, family members and monitoring professionals are immediately notified of the emergency Utilizing the built in microphone and speaker, our monitoring professionals are able to verify the emergency by speaking with you directly through the device Upon confirming the emergency, our monitoring professionals will aid in dispatching the local emergency response team to your precise location Please note that the monthly subscription for medical alert monitoring does not cover any medical expenses incurred as a result of the emergency, including ambulance costs. The subscription fee is solely intended to provide access to the monitoring service, which ensures prompt response and assistance during emergencies. ​ For contributing members of the CN Pensioners Association **: $44.99/month for monitoring services (originally $59.99/month) for a pendant or watch Rate is guaranteed for 36 months from your signup date No contracts, cancel any time without penalty ​ For non-contributing members of the CN Pensioners Association $49.99/month for monitoring services using a GPS pendant $54.99/month for monitoring services using a GPS watch 3 year contract required ​ For all members of the CN Pensioners Association $0.00 device and activation costs (originally a $250 savings) 10 day money back guarantee One time $50 credit towards any approved Fall Prevention Accessory Must be a HOLO Alert customer for a minimum of 6 months to be eligible How to get started, or request further information: Call: 1-888-411-4656 Email: hello@holoalert.ca Website: www.holoalert.ca ** To qualify for the Contributing Member discounts you must provide Holo Alert with an image of your CNPA membership card (Name and PIN)

Atlantic Region Council (A1) The Atlantic Region is comprised of 7 Local Councils in the Provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. There are also 2 Local Councils in the province of Newfoundland who operate independently with 1 Director elected to the National Council ​ There are 3 Directors elected to the National Council to represent this geographical area. The Atlantic Region also has (1) Pension Committee Representative and (1) Health Care Representative. These representatives meet regularly in Montreal to ensure that all information regarding pensions and benefits are as good as we can expect. ​ The Atlantic Region Council is the "umbrella" group that assists the various local councils. It consists of a President, Vice-President, Secretary-Treasurer and (1) Director from each of the Local Councils in the Maritime Provinces. All Executive position are elected on an annual basis. Council Executive President Robert Chiasson Vice-President John Bailey Secretary - Treasurer Bruce Peacock Past President Edgar Godin Regional Council Representatives Campbellton Council (A2) Edgar Godin PEI Council (A3) John Stewart Edmunston Council #3 (Mens) (A4) Jean-Marc Morneault Moncton Council #1 (A7) Walter Agnew South West (Port aux Basques) (A8) tbc St. John's Branch (A9) tbc Sydney Council #6 (A10) Donald McKenna Saint John Council #2 (A11) Jimmy Flynn National Council Representatives Vice-President/National Director (Atlantic) Earl Garland National Director (Atlantic) Bruce Peacock National Director (Atlantic) John Bailey National Director (Newfoundland & Labrador) Wayne Greenland National Director - Alternate (Atlantic) Vacant National Director - Alternate (Nfld. & Labrador) Graham Hill Pension Committee Wayne Greenland Pension Committee - Alternate Reg Hebert Health Care Committee Earl Garland Health Care Committee - Alternate Royce Girvan Other Council Positions National Newsletter - Atlantic Bruce Peacock Government Liaison - Atlantic John Bailey Government Liaison - Nfld. & Labrador Graham Hill Atlantic Region Constitution & By-Laws

Rocky Mountaineer CN Retiree Discounts Rocky Mountaineer invites you to experience their four unforgettable routes. ​ Rocky Mountaineer is pleased to offer our rail partners reduced rate options. We offer this when space allows, as we feel it is important for you to personally experience our trains and their amenities. Bookings are subject to the regular Rocky Mountaineer Terms and Conditions, including cancellation policy. This reduced rate program is only available to CN Employees including retirees and bookings must be paid for immediately by credit card. The reduced rate is valid for the Rail Employee and one travel companion. All reduced rate requests are subject to the following terms and conditions: reduced rate space is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time with, or without notice. Rocky Mountaineer reserves the right to add, change or modify reduced rate conditions at any time, without notification, other restrictions apply. ​ ​ Rocky Mountaineer is pleased to offer these reduced rates for the 2024 season ​ Vacation Packages 15% discount off the full retail rate on any available date when booked more than 45 days to departure Two & Three-Day Rail – SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf Service* 20% discount off the full retail rate on any available date *Overnight accommodation included; one night in Kamloops for Journey Through the Clouds and First Passage to the West; one night in Quesnel and Whistler for Rainforest to Gold Rush; one night in Glenwood Springs for Rockies to the Red Rocks. These rates are applicable to our Canadian and American Southwest routes. Discounted reservations are non-commissionable and cannot be combined with any other promotional discounts. Gratuities are extra and are not discounted. Deposit is required at time of booking and full payment of the balance is required 60 days before departure. All bookings are subject to the full booking terms and conditions which are available at rockymountaineer.com/terms-conditions . Additional conditions apply. To book, contact the Rocky Mountaineer Vacation Consultants at the numbers below. You will be required to fax or email proof of your CNPA membership prior to the discount being applied to your reservation. ​ Toll-Free USA & Canada: 1.877.460.3200 Toll-Free Australia: 1 800 821 531 Toll-Free New Zealand: 00 800 0606 7372 Toll-Free United Kingdom: 0 800 088 5541 International: 1.604.606.7245 ​ Email: reservations@rockymountaineer.com Hours of Operation: Sunday 08:00–22:00 PT, Monday to Thursday 06:00–22:00 PT, Friday 06:00–19:00 PT, Saturday 08:00–16:00 PT

Your Pension Our CN pension is the one thing that is common across CNPA members. You'll find more information about our pensions below ​ CN Pension Inquiries ​ The CNPA is not the administrator of your pension. For matters/questions directly related to your pension benefits, including change of address , changes in marital status, deceased pensioners, etc ., you need to contact CN Pensions & Benefits Administration. You may be able to use the web portal below, or you can call or write: ​ By phone (have your PIN ready) : Toll-free from Canada & US only: 1-800-361-0739 Local & International: 1-514-673-7730 (Collect calls accepted ) By mail to : CN Pension & Benefits Admin P.O. Box 8111, Montreal, PQ, H3C 3N3 ​ ​ By fax: 1-514-284-7488 ​ CN Pension & Benefits Portal The CN Pensions & Benefits portal is here to help manage your company pension Increased Pension to Age 65 If you retire before age 65, you may elect to receive an increased monthly pension until age 65 Death of a Pensioner When a pensioner dies, there are some key activities that need to be completed. Pension Committee The team working for CN pensioners to secure the best services and options in the Pension area Post Retirement Life Insurance The CNPA, in conjunction with CN Pension & Benefits Administration, has developed a set of Questions & Answers which provides some information on this insurance and the claim process.

Scholarships & Bursaries CNPA National Scholarships The CNPA National Council offers 25 scholarships of $1500 across Canada on an annual basi s. ​ Children & grandchildren of CNPA contributing members get access to this program Additional Regional CNPA Scholarships & Bursaries CNPA Quebec The CNPA of Quebec is pleased to sponsor a CNPA Trade scholarship - the Luc Grenier Trade Bursary ​ ​ CNPA Man itoba The CNPA of Manitoba is pleased to sponsor two bursaries - the Harvey Hosfield Bursary and a CNPA Trade Bursary. Details are found on the CNP A of Manitoba website . 2023 winners are found here ​ ​ CNPA Ontario The Ontario Provincial Council is pleased to sponsor an additional scholarship in addition to the 5 scholarships offered by the CNPA for the Ontario region Moncton Council #1 Moncton Council continues to fund two additional scholarships for grandchildren and great-grandchildren of sponsors who are contributing members of Moncton Council #1. Those interested should apply through the CNPA National Council Scholarship program Additional Non-CNPA Scholarships & Bursaries 2024 details coming in May! Johnson Insurance Our partner -Johnson Insurance - offers scholarship opportunities to students across Canada

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Québec Provincial Council (B1) Council Executive President Arthur Murphy St. Hilaire Tel: (819) 820-2848 Vice-President Serge Labadie Tel: (514) 943-4618 Treasurer Rémi La Haye Tel: (514) 631-3283 Secretary Louis Francois Garceau Tel: (418) 955-2466 Past President Yves Bourdon Tel: (450) 449-3444 Director Denise Arcand Tel: 450 686-9964 Director Marc Tessier Tel: (450) 676-7888 Québec Newsletters June 2023 January 2023 July 2022 February 2022 December 2021 October 2021 March 2021 National Council Representatives National Past President Yves Bourdon Tel: (450) 449-3444 Vice-President/National Director (Québec) Arthur Murphy St. Hilaire Tel: (819) 820-2848 National Director (Québec) Denis Cousineau Tel: National Director (Québec) Rémi La Haye Tel: (514) 631-3283 National Director - Alternate (Québec) Paul Goupil Tel: 418 839-2764 Pension Committee Denis Cousineau Tel: Pension Committee - Alternate Denise Arcand Tel: 450 686-9964 Health Care Committee Paul Goupil Tel: 418 839-2764 Health Care Committee - Alternate Charlotte Leblanc Tel: (514) 697-0459 Québec Provincial Council Constitution & By-Laws Other Council Positions National Newsletter - Québec Rémi La Haye Government Liaison - Québec Daniel Boiteau Auditor Claudette Hudon Auditor Denise Arcand Quebec Provincial Council AGM (via Zoom) - June 2023 Regional executives and delegates attending the 2023 AGM ​ Row 1: Yves G Bourdon, Ronald Lang, Roger Bouchard, Marc Tessier, Luc Cullen Row 2: William Théberge, Robert Beaudoin, Rémi La Haye, Mario Michaud, Paul Goupil Row 3: Daniel Leroux, André Bériault, Jean Bédard, Charlotte Leblanc, Roger Marchand Row 4: Léopold Provencher and Claude Chartrand, Denise Arcand, Arthur Murphy St Hilaire, Denis Godin, Denis C Cousineau Row 5: François Garceau

Hotel Savings The CNPA, in conjunction with CN, have secured discounted rates at a variety of hotels and locations worldwide to help you save when you travel. Discounts up to 20 % are available at participating hotels but note that not all brands within an offering may honour the discount codes. ​ And as usual, the CNPA advises that it still pays to shop around as it may be possible to find lower rates elsewhere. Best Western With hotels across 19 brands (including Best Western, Glo and SureStay) in 100+ countries and territories. Best Western® is pleased to offer a special rate to CNPA members at participating hotels. The corporate discount code for CN/CNPA is 01344410. You receive a 19% discount when booking directly with the hotel at: http://www.bestwestern.com Choice Hotels More than 7000 hotels over 22 brands including Comfort Inn, Econolodge, Quality Inn and Radisson ​ Choice Hotels are pleased to offer a preferred rate to CNPA members at participating hotels. You will save 15%, and possibly more, when booking directly with Choice Hotels at: www.choicehotels.com/?clientid=00064447 ​ As well, new members enrolling in the Choice Privileges program will receive 1,000 bonus points. Enrol here ! World of Hyatt With more than 1250 locations across 28 brands including Grand Hyatt and Hyatt Regency ​ Hyatt Hotels are pleased to offer a special rate to CNPA members at participating hotels. The corporate discount code for CN/CNPA is 90441 . You receive a 15 % discount when booking directly with the hotel at: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/home IHG Hotels More than 6000 hotels over 19 brands including Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express and Crowne Plaza ​ IHG Hotels are pleased to offer a special rate to CNPA members at participating hotels. The corporate discount code for CN/CNPA is 000279633. You receive a 14% or 17.5% discount when booking directly with the hotel at: http://www.ihg.com/ Wyndham Hotels More than 9000 hotels over 24 brands (including Days Inn, Super 8, Ramada and Microtel) and 95 countries. ​ Wyndham Hotels are pleased to offer a special rate to CNPA members at participating hotels. The corporate discount code for CN/CNPA is 1000006067 . You receive a 18% discount when booking directly with the hotel at: https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-ca?corporate_id=1000006067