The announcement comes amid declining freight volumes as trade tensions have weighed on the North American economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The number of people to be laid off could rise if demand from rail customers continues to decline, the Canadian newspaper said, citing a person familiar with the matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Canadian National Railway spokesman said the action, which includes sending some of its employees on temporary leave, has already begun across its network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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