Alstom is introducing a new registration portal aimed at connecting Indigenous-owned businesses with its Canadian procurement team, as the rail manufacturer looks to expand its domestic supplier network following a string of major contract wins.
The Saint-Bruno, Quebec-based company said the portal will allow Indigenous-owned businesses to share details about their ownership, certifications, capabilities, experience and geographic reach directly with Alstom’s procurement staff. The initiative is part of a broader push by Alstom Canada to grow its supplier base in connection with recent contract awards, including the Toronto Transit Commission’s New Subway Trains program and VIA Rail’s Long-Distance, Regional and Remote Fleet renewal.
Alstom said it is looking for suppliers across a range of areas, including manufacturing and industrial services, rail and transportation, construction and infrastructure, professional services, information technology, logistics, maintenance and operational support. Businesses could be considered as direct suppliers, subcontractors, service providers or strategic partners depending on the needs of individual projects.
Reconciliation Commitment Behind the Portal
The company said the new registration process supports its broader commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Alstom Canada participates in the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business’ Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program, a nationally recognized framework focused on continuous improvement in leadership actions, employment, business development and community relations. The company is also enrolled in the CCIB’s Supply Change Program with Indigenous Advocate status.
“Alstom’s recent contract momentum creates an important opportunity to strengthen our Canadian supply chain and build new relationships with qualified businesses across the country,” said Susie Levesque, Vice President Procurement, Americas, according to the company. She said the goal is for suppliers, including Indigenous-owned companies, to have a clear way to present their capabilities to Alstom’s teams.
Annick Enguelle, Diverse Supplier Program Manager for Alstom Canada, said economic reconciliation needs to translate into concrete action, adding that making it easier for Indigenous-owned businesses to connect with Alstom is a practical step toward increasing their participation in the company’s supply chain.
What Registration Does — and Doesn’t — Guarantee
Alstom noted that registering through the new portal helps the company identify potential suppliers for current and future opportunities, but does not constitute supplier qualification, guarantee an invitation to bid, or result in the award of a contract. Suppliers are still required to be commercially competitive and meet applicable qualification, safety, quality, sustainability and performance standards.
Indigenous-owned businesses can complete the dedicated registration form through Alstom Canada, while other qualified businesses can register separately for the company’s general supplier network. Inquiries can be directed to the company’s diverse suppliers contact email.
Alstom describes itself as the only global rolling stock manufacturer operating in Canada, employing more than 5,200 people in the country. The company provides rolling stock, signalling solutions, and operations and maintenance services for major Canadian rail projects. Globally, Alstom employs 87,800 people across 61 countries and reported revenues of €19.2 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026.
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