[News](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research?field_article_type=24) # Payments Canada appoints VP, RTR Operations to drive operational excellence October 23, 2025 Payments Canada is pleased to announce a key executive appointment that significantly strengthens the leadership structure supporting the Real-Time Rail (RTR) system. [Janet Lalonde](https://www.payments.ca/operational-leadership-team/janet-lalonde) has been appointed Vice President, RTR Operations. This new position is a crucial step in delivering [the RTR](https://www.payments.ca/systems-services/payment-systems/real-time-rail-payment-system) and aligns directly with the organization's commitment to operational excellence and its future strategy. Janet will assume the permanent role in April 2026, reporting to [Shawn Van Raay](https://www.payments.ca/leadership-team/shawn-van-raay). Janet brings over 25 years of experience in payment system operations and large program delivery. Her leadership will be focused on establishing a best-in-class operational environment to ensure secure, reliable and cost-effective 24/7/365 RTR operations. Until April 2026, Janet will manage a smooth transition while continuing her current responsibilities as VP, Business Program Delivery. This appointment reinforces Payments Canada's dedication to operating resilient, secure and world-class payment systems for Canada. ![Share icon](https://www.payments.ca/modules/contrib/share_everywhere/img/share-icon.svg) - [](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.payments.ca%2Fpayments-canada-appoints-vp-rtr-operations-drive-operational-excellence) - [](https://x.com/intent/tweet?text=&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.payments.ca%2Fpayments-canada-appoints-vp-rtr-operations-drive-operational-excellence) - [](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.payments.ca%2Fpayments-canada-appoints-vp-rtr-operations-drive-operational-excellence) [Return to newsroom](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research) ## Keep reading [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News October 1, 2026 ### Payments Canada welcomes six new members as expanded membership... Twenty-two new members have joined since 2025 regulatory changes — a necessary step for those seeking access to critical national payment infrastructure, including the forthcoming Real-Time Rail... ](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-six-new-members-expanded-membership-eligibility-reaches-one-year-milestone)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-six-new-members-expanded-membership-eligibility-reaches-one-year-milestone) [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News September 25, 2026 ### Payments Canada names Stephan Orzechowski as Vice President... Payments Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephan Orzechowski as Vice President, Strategic Partnerships and Business Transformation. Stephan will lead strategic vendor partnerships... ](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-names-stephan-orzechowski-vice-president-strategic-partnerships-and-business)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-names-stephan-orzechowski-vice-president-strategic-partnerships-and-business) [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News July 27, 2026 ### ACSS rule changes enhance payment system processes Updates provide expanded definitions and process efficiency Payments Canada has implemented a series of administrative and operational amendments to the Automated Clearing Settlement System (ACSS)... ](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes)