Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) announced $75.9 million in additional funding over three years, starting in 2023-24, to ensure the Canadian Transportation Agency has the resources to address passenger rights complaints, and strengthen the operation of the federal transportation network, enabling the agency to efficiently deliver on its mandate for Canadians. This funding will help … Read more
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) announced that following Transport Canada’s assessment of the public interest, which incorporated the findings of the Commissioner of Competition, and consultations with Canadians, consumer protection groups, unions and industry, the Government of Canada has approved the acquisition of Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines by WestJet Airlines Ltd., subject … Read more
On March 10, 2019, Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashed near Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, claiming the lives of 157 people, including 18 Canadians and many others with ties to Canada. On the fourth anniversary of this tragic accident, Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) announced that the Government of Canada is providing financial support for … Read more
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) issued a statement: “Our hearts go out to the family members and loved ones of the crew members who lost their lives or were injured due to the sinking of the tugboat, the MV Ingenika, on Feb. 11, 2021, in the Gardener Canal, on the British Columbia coast. I want … Read more
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) announced up to $5.4 million for 20 projects across Canada under the Rail Climate Change Adaptation Program, an initiative of the Rail Safety Improvement Program. The full release is available online. Contact Nadine.Ramadan@tc.gc.ca.
Minister for Rural Economic Development Gudie Hutchings (Long Range Mountains, N.L.) and Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) announced an investment of up to $4.6 million under the National Trade Corridors Fund for the construction of a specialized seafood storage facility project at the Gander International Airport. The … Read more
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) announced over $10 million in funding for two projects under the National Trade Corridors Fund. The Government of Canada will contribute: Up to $7.3 million for the remaining phases to rehabilitate the Saint John Harbour Bridge in Saint John, N.B. The upgrades will extend the life of the … Read more
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) announced seven Aviation Member reappointments within the Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada: Blaine Robert Beaven (Saskatoon, Sask.) reappointed as a part-time Aviation Member for a term of four years. Fazal Bhimji (Delta, B.C.) reappointed as a part-time Aviation Member for a term of three years. William Raymond Cottick … Read more
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) issued a statement: “Every year on Feb. 23, we take time to celebrate Canada’s rich aviation heritage, and recognize the special role that aviation plays in connecting Canadians,” he said. “Air transportation safety is a priority in Canada, and we have one of the safest aviation systems in … Read more
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra (Mississauga Centre, Ont.) announced $12.5 million in funding to launch the Ballast Water Innovation Program as part of Canada’s Oceans Protection Plan. Transport Canada is now accepting applications for research funding from Canadian vessel owners and operators, Canadian Port Authorities, not-for-profit organizations, public sector organizations, and academia until May 10, 2023. Approved projects are expected to … Read more
