Lodge 550 covers the mechanical division for Canadian National Railway and Via Rail. We are made up of Symington Heavy Repair Centre, Locomotive Repair Centre, Transcona shops, Thunder Bay and Winnipeg Maintenance Centre.

We are a close knit community of Heavy Duty Mechanics, Electricians, Rail Car Mechanics and Crane Operators. We strive to succeed within our trade; producing quality craftsmanship for Via Rail and Canadian National Railway for over 100 years.

Symington Yard has a diesel repair shop, trip centre and rail car repair facility. The Transcona Shops house the Wheel shop, Motive Power rebuild and wreck repair facility, Traction Motor and Car Shop. Via Rail's repair facility covers everything from trip servicing and preventive maintenance to component repairs and major overhauls.

We are the Skilled Trades Workers that move the economy. Ensuring that products and people get to their destination safely, and on time. We are Railroaders!