Precise Work.
Reliable Service.
Integrity Always.
Prairie Rail Solutions delivers rail services grounded in safety, precision, and a commitment to doing the right thing, every time.
We partner with customers who rely on rail access to move product, support production, and keep supply chains running, from grain elevators and industrial facilities to short line railways that don’t have their own maintenance of way capability.
Our Story
pRAIRIE FORGED
Founded in 2012, Prairie Rail Solutions began as a support organization for the Prairie Dog Central Railway, initially focused on rail car storage for customers across Western Canada.
While this model was successful in strong markets, it proved vulnerable during periods of disruption. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the risks of relying on a single revenue stream and underscored the need for long-term operational stability.
In October 2024, PRS appointed Chief Executive Officer Tim Brewer, marking the beginning of a strategic transformation. With a small but committed team, the company set out to diversify its services, strengthen its infrastructure, and build a more resilient business.
Key investments in maintenance equipment and workforce development laid the foundation for Prairie Rail Solutions’ Maintenance of Way capabilities. In 2025, the team delivered its first major rehabilitation project on the Prairie Dog Central Railway, restoring the 17-mile line to regulatory compliance and completing more than 2,000 tie replacements and major ballast upgrades in a single season.
This success became a turning point.
Building on this momentum, PRS expanded into track inspection, maintenance, industrial switching, and first- and last-mile services. The company began supporting new customers and working alongside major rail operators, steadily growing its reputation for reliability and professionalism.
By the end of 2026, Prairie Rail Solutions had diversified its business model, expanded its customer base by more than 160 percent, and grown from a single employee to a multi-disciplinary operating team.
Today, PRS delivers comprehensive rail services for agricultural, industrial, and short-line partners across the Prairies.
Through every phase of growth, we have remained focused on partnership, accountability, and long-term reliability. We work alongside our customers to strengthen their operations, reduce risk, and support sustainable growth.
In a volatile and evolving industry, Prairie Rail Solutions has proven that resilience is built, not inherited.
We are, and always will be, Prairie Forged.
Why Us?
Local Expertise. National Standards.
Our team blends prairie-region knowledge with Transport Canada compliance and best-practice rail operations to deliver track inspection and maintenance programs that are safe and effective.
Safety Without Compromise.
Every inspection, every repair, every decision starts with safety — not just checking a box, but protecting your people, your products, and your infrastructure.
Real Experience. Proven Results.
Our crew includes former Class I railway personnel, experienced MOW managers, Logistics and Supply Chain leadership, and certified inspectors, professionals who bring real world operational experience to every project.
Built for Long-Term Partnerships.
We don’t treat our customers like clients on a ticket. We work alongside your team to protect your operation, preserve uptime, and support growth.
Community-Driven, Industry-Focused.
We’re proud to support heritage rail, regional supply chains, and modern industrial partners — balancing respect for the past with solutions for the future.
Mission
To deliver safe, reliable, and professional rail services that support the long-term sustainability of rail operations in our communities.
Vision
To be the rail partner communities trust, setting a standard in the industry by combining technical excellence with prairie values. Building safer, more sustainable rail operations.
Prairie Rail Solutions Timeline
2012
FOUNDED
Prairie Rail Solutions Established
Founded to support the Prairie Dog Central Railway, with an initial focus on rail car storage for agricultural and industrial customers.
2012-2019
eARLY GROWTH
Building Core Operations
PRS expands rail car storage services and establishes long-term relationships with major industrial and commodity-based customers.
2020-2022
mARKET DISRUPTION
COVID-19 and Industry Volatility
Global supply chain disruptions impact rail storage demand, highlighting the risks of a single-revenue business model.
OCTOBER 2024
STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION
New Leadership and Diversification
Tim Brewer appointed Chief Executive Officer. PRS launches a diversification strategy focused on inspections, maintenance, and industrial switching.
2024-2025
INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT
Development of Maintenance Capability
PRS rebuilds and deploys key Maintenance of Way equipment, including a ballast regulator, tamper, and tie insertion/removal systems.
2025
PRAIRIE DOG CENTRAL REHABILITATION
Major Track Renewal Program
PRS completes phase 1 of the PDCR rehabilitation project, consisting of 17 miles of track, replacing more than 2,000 ties, installing over 1.5 million pounds of granite ballast, and restored regulatory compliance.
may 2025
regulatory achievement
Transport Canada Compliance
The Prairie Dog Central Railway is declared compliant and resumes full seasonal operations without incident.
TODAY
A TRUSTED RAIL PARTNER
Strengthening Rail Supply Chains Together
PRS provides comprehensive inspection, maintenance, switching, first-mile/last-mile, and rail car storage services across Western Canada.
2025-2026
rapid expansion
Growth and Market Diversification
PRS increases its customer base by more than 160 percent and grows from one to seven full-time employees in under eight months. PRS delivers projects in collaboration with CN and CPKC, strengthening its role as a trusted third-party rail services partner.
Our Management Team
Led by experienced rail professionals, the PRS team includes inspectors, operators, trainers, and technical specialists — all committed to safe and efficient rail operations.
Tim Brewer, CEO
Tim Brewer is the Chief Executive Officer of Prairie Rail Solutions, where he leads the company’s strategic growth, operational execution, and long-term vision as a modern, customer-focused short-line rail and rail-services provider in Manitoba.
With more than 20 years of senior leadership experience across logistics, transportation, and supply chain operations, Tim brings a results-driven mindset to rail infrastructure, industrial services, and complex operational environments. His leadership is grounded in building safe, reliable, and scalable operations that deliver measurable value to customers, partners, and stakeholders.
Throughout his career, Tim has led multimillion-dollar infrastructure and logistics initiatives, including large-scale warehouse builds, national distribution frameworks, ELD and compliance implementations, and end-to-end operational transformations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he played a pivotal role in designing and executing logistics frameworks that enabled the safe and time-critical transport of over three million medical specimens across Western Canada, experience that continues to inform his approach to risk management, resiliency, and execution under pressure.
As CEO of Prairie Rail Solutions, Tim works closely with private industry, government, and not-for-profit partners to align commercial objectives with regulatory requirements, infrastructure realities, and long-term sustainability. His leadership style blends strategic clarity with hands-on operational discipline, ensuring plans don’t just look good on paper, they work in the field.
A Certified Logistics Professional (CCLP, CCLMP), Tim is also the Co-Owner of CentreCan Supply Chain Solutions, where he supports organizations through 4PL supply chain management, operational optimization, and interim executive leadership. Across all roles, he is committed to building resilient, future-ready transportation and supply chain systems while mentoring the next generation of industry leaders.
Ed Clarkson
Maintenance Of Way Manager
I am a life long Winnipeger with over 40 years of rail experience in a variety of positions.
Starting in Winnipeg Yard with CP Rail in the Yard Car Department I received my introduction to railroading Hiring on with the Greater Winnipeg Water District Railway starting as a Track Worker becoming a Trainman and Engine Driver before moving into a management position as Supervisor of the Water and Waste Department Aqueduct Railway Department.
I was heavily involved in the planning and logistical portion of the 10 year long Winnipeg Aqueduct Rehabilitation Project and worked with many contractors and consultants to assist in a very successful undertaking to ensure the Winnipeg Aqueduct will continue providing clean water for another century.
I was brought on to assist Prairie Dog Central with the maintenance of their Heritage Train, Track Infrastructure and a Track Foreman with Prairie Rail Solutions. A position I remain in as Track Manager to this day.
Max Kimacovich
Operations Supervisor
With over a century of combined family service in the railroad industry, I bring a deep-rooted commitment to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence. My career has been built on upholding the highest standards of rule compliance while driving safe, efficient, and customer-focused rail operations. I have extensive experience working within Safety Management Systems (SMS), conducting efficiency testing, and ensuring compliance with all applicable rules, policies, and regulatory requirements.
A core focus of my work has been training, qualifying, and mentoring locomotive engineers and conductors. I take pride in developing clear training materials, delivering effective on-the-job instruction, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of operating rules, special instructions, and policy changes. My approach emphasizes forward planning, risk mitigation, and consistent adherence to rules to ensure safe and reliable service for customers and stakeholders.
Beyond the railroad, I value balance and teamwork. I enjoy playing guitar and bass for fun and staying active through touch football. These interests reflect the same discipline, collaboration, and passion that I bring to my professional life every day.
Eric Hadden
Maintenance of Way Supervisor
Eric Hadden is a TIGS‑certified track inspector and a fourth‑generation railroader with a deep-rooted commitment to the industry. He brings years of hands-on experience, technical precision, and heritage-driven pride to every project. Eric is also a CWB‑qualified welder, adding a versatile skill set that supports safe, reliable, and high‑quality rail infrastructure work.