Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Que.) said a decision by the Canadian Transportation Agency marks a key milestone for the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project, which will permanently reroute trains out of downtown Lac-Mégantic. The government said the decision brings the project closer to construction … Read more
Transport Canada said it continues to monitor the response to the July 5 rail derailment in Repentigny, Que., and has appointed a Minister’s Observer to support the Transportation Safety Board of Canada’s investigation. The department said train movements through the area remain subject to temporary speed restrictions of about 15 km/h while inspections, testing and … Read more
Transport Canada reminded the public that flying drones within 9.3 kilometres of wildfires is illegal and can interfere with firefighting operations. The department said unauthorized drones near wildfire zones create collision risks for firefighting aircraft and can force crews to suspend operations. Drone operators who violate the rules face fines of up to $3,000 for … Read more
Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Que.) issued a statement marking the 13th anniversary of the Lac-Mégantic tragedy, honouring the victims and the community. MacKinnon said the federal government remains committed to completing the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project and strengthening rail safety across Canada. “Today, … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs Brendan Hanley (Yukon) announced that the Government of Canada is providing over $2 million to the Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport to purchase an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle. Funding was provided through the Airports Capital Assistance Program. The full release is available online. Contact marie-justine.torres@tc.gc.ca. … Read more
Transport Canada announced new Railway Personnel Training and Qualifications Regulations that will strengthen training and certification standards for federally regulated railway workers, with the changes set to take effect in two years. The updated rules expand safety-critical positions, add crew resource management training, and require more oversight for workers with less than two years of … Read more
Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Que.) issued a statement: “Today we recognize and thank the thousands of dedicated airport workers who help keep Canada connected, goods moving, and our economy strong, every day. Whether they are handling cargo, maintaining equipment, supporting passengers, screening baggage, coordinating … Read more
Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Que.) announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety and connectivity at the Yellowknife Airport in the Northwest Territories. Funding was provided through the Airports Capital Assistance Program. The full release is available online. Contact marie-justine.torres@tc.gc.ca.
Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Que.), joined by Alto President and CEO Martin Imbleau, announced the release of Alto’s What We Heard Report. The report summarizes feedback gathered during the first phase of a comprehensive 100-day public consultation process, as well as through Indigenous … Read more
Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Que.) announced that the Government of Canada will initiate a public consultation process on the future of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. As part of this engagement, Transport Canada is committed to working with provincial and municipal governments, Indigenous Peoples, … Read more
