Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced the Government of Canada is moving forward with a domestic ban on the use and carriage of heavy fuel oil in the Arctic waters. The ban will be implemented on July 1, 2024. The minister stated, “Banning heavy fuel oils will protect the Arctic environment and northern communities … Read more
Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) announced a new investment of up to $8.3 million for a project at Halifax Stanfield International Airport, to increase the number of international and domestic passenger flights. The project consists of building a new international connections facility at Halifax Stanfield International Airport. The full release is … Read more
Liberal MP Michael McLeod (Northwest Territories) announced an investment of up to $25 million for the construction of an all-season road in the Northwest Territories. This investment, provided to NorZinc Ltd. under the National Trade Corridors Fund, will support the movement of goods to the local communities by providing year-round transportation access to surrounding areas. The full release … Read more
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.) announced a series of measures, which came into effect as of June 1, as well as an investment of $3.5 million to protect Southern Resident killer whales, and the renewal of a five-year Conservation Agreement that was signed between the Government of Canada and the … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced up to $51.2 million for 19 digital infrastructure projects under the National Trade Corridors Fund. By supporting the use of innovative technologies for stronger supply chains, the Government of Canada is ensuring that goods move faster and cheaper, making life more affordable for Canadians. The full release is available … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced that a new $29 million laboratory is being built to expand the Motor Vehicle Test Centre’s capacity in Blainville, Que. The full release is available online. Contact laurent.decasanove@tc.gc.ca.
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety and connectivity at 16 local and regional airports across Canada. Through its Airports Capital Assistance Program, Transport Canada is providing more than $27.1 million to support safety-related projects. The full release is available online. Contact laurent.decasanove@tc.gc.ca.
Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Diane Lebouthillier (Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Que.) announced an investment of up to $10 million through the National Trade Corridors Fund for the Port of Sept-Îles, Que. The project involves updating the Monseigneur-Blanche terminal at the port to better support marine towing and navigation assistance services for port traffic. The full … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) and Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) hosted a National Air Accessibility Summit. They brought together members from the disability community, the aviation industry, all orders of government, and international partners. The full release is available online. Contact laurent.decasanove@tc.gc.ca.
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) wrapped up a successful trip at the G7 Transport Ministers’ Meeting in Milan, Italy, from April 11-13. As part of the G7 discussions, Canada proposed the creation of a new G7 Working Group on Transport Supply Chains to coordinate efforts of G7 countries. Rodriguez met bilaterally with his counterparts from France, … Read more
