In Brandon, Man., Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced through Transport Canada’s Airports Capital Assistance Program, the Brandon Municipal Airport is receiving more than $10 million to rehabilitate airside pavement on Runway 08-26, Taxiway A and Apron 1. The full release is available online. Contact Laura.Scaffidi@tc.gc.ca.
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced the La Ronge (Barber Field) Airport in La Ronge, Sask., received more than $2.7 million through Transport Canada’s Airports Capital Assistance Program. The full release is available online. Contact laura.scaffidi@tc.gc.ca.
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) issued a statement: “Earlier this week, leadership from Aéroports de Montréal, Air Canada, WestJet, Air Transat, the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, the Canada Border Services Agency, NAV Canada and Transport Canada met in Dorval to find solutions for passengers traveling through the Montreal-Trudeau International Airport. In this meeting, … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced the conclusion of an expanded air transport agreement between Canada and Panama. With this expanded agreement, airlines can introduce more flight options and routings. Each country’s airlines are now able to operate a total of 14 passenger flights per week, and an unlimited number of all-cargo flights. This … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced an investment of up to $150 million under the National Trade Corridors Fund to build a new container terminal for the Montréal Port Authority within the city of Contrecoeur, Qué. The new terminal would increase the Port of Montréal’s container capacity to meet the growing need for cargo transportation … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) announced progress on the Lac-Mégantic Rail Bypass project, including the signing of two essential agreements to launch the first calls for tender. A contribution agreement was signed between the federal government and the City of Lac-Mégantic. The Government of Canada also signed a contribution agreement with Central Maine & Quebec Railway … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) issued a statement: “Today is World Maritime Day—a day to recognize the important role marine transportation and marine workers play in keeping our supply chains and people moving. With the longest coastline in the world, and ports of call in the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway and the Atlantic, … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) issued a statement: “[…] the Government of Canada is launching a review of the proposed acquisition of grain handler Viterra Limited by Bunge Limited, a global agricultural company.” He continued “Given this transaction is of significant national interest in Canada’s transportation sector and the broader supply chain, it will … Read more
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) highlighted the launch of the 20th annual Rail Safety Week. This national event is vital in raising public awareness of safety around railway property and trains. The full release is available online. Contact Laura.Scaffidi@tc.gc.ca.
Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez (Honoré-Mercier, Que.) issued a statement: “This week marks National Trucking Week here in Canada! It’s a time to reflect on the value that truckers and the trucking industry bring to our country. There are 1.2 million commercial vehicles on our roads, and they support internal trade between our provinces and territories … Read more
