Two men got into an argument on the CTrain last Friday when one started yelling racist slurs and the whole thing was caught on camera.

The video was taken by a 15-year-old boy who was also riding the train at about 2:30 p.m. on Friday, November 5. The video goes on for about 2 ½ minutes as the train is pulling into the Anderson station.

Calgary Transit officials say there has been a spike in incidents like these on CTrains recently, something that has authorities concerned.

"There's nothing we can do if it's not reported directly to us,” said Brian Whitelaw, Calgary Transit. “We have learned of a number of situations that are similar related like this in the last little while."

Those who work with immigrants say it’s unfortunate to find these attitudes in the city. Calgary’s Centre for Newcomers works with immigrants to help them adjust to life in Canada, and show them how to handle confrontations like these, saying most people can hold their own.

"They are resilient. They've come from situations and circumstances that the average Canadian would never have to deal with thankfully and they come over here looking for respect, equality, opportunity," said David Hohol, Centre for Newcomers.

Ctrain riders say confrontations like this are an uncomfortable reality on the train.

"It feels unpredictable if they're just going be that aggressive to a stranger, who knows what they're going to do," said Tracy Orr.

"I've never had that happen to me personally but it's out there and it's very real but it's crazy," said Johnson Garzon.

Ctrains do have help buttons, and newer model cars also have a video link where once a passenger calls for help, the operator can see what's happening in that car and take action.