Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) welcomed the request for tender issued by the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) for Early Works activities related to the new Gordie Howe International Bridge. “These Early Works are essential to prepare the Canadian inspection plaza site for the work to be undertaken by the eventual private-sector partner which will be identified … Read more
Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) announced the appointment of Scott Streiner as chairperson, member, and chief executive officer of the Canadian Transportation Agency for a five-year term. Streiner has occupied several executive positions within Cabinet and government. He has also taught at Carleton University. Call 613-991-0700. Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) introduced legislation in the House of Commons to … Read more
Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) announced the Government of Canada’s intention to introduce legislation in the House of Commons that will better protect Canadian motorists through new powers to order vehicle recalls. This new legislation was previously announced in Budget 2015. If the legislation is passed, the new powers would allow the Minister to order … Read more
On behalf of Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.), Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec Denis Lebel (Roberval-Lac-Saint-Jean, Que.), with provincial representatives, marked the official opening of the rail link connecting the Grande-Anse terrminal in the Port of Saguenay to … Read more
Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) launched consultations on proposed amendments to the regulations governing the safe use of unmanned air vehicles (UAVs). Transport Canada is exploring changes to the regulations that will address the growing popularity and economic importance of UAVs and integrate them safely into Canadian airspace. The department published a Notice of Proposed … Read more
Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) addressed participants at the Canadian Transportation Research Forum’s 50th annual conference about the importance of preparing for future challenges and ensuring that the industry and government can adapt to a changing transportation sector. The minister discussed the importance of addressing future challenges through research and development and highlighted Transport Canada’s … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health and for Western Economic Diversification Cathy McLeod (Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo, B.C.) announced that the Government of Canada is investing $4,401,747 to enhance safety at the Kamloops Airport. Funding will pay for the rehabilitation of pavement on Runway 08-26 and the replacement of two runway sweepers. This work and equipment will allow for timely and … Read more
Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) with Conservative MP Jeff Watson (Essex, Ont.) announced that the Government of Canada is making investments to enhance safety at the Windsor International Airport. Funding will pay for the replacement of selected airfield guidance signs and wind direction indicators. This equipment will ensure continued safe visibility for flight crews, passengers, … Read more
On behalf of Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.), Conservative MPs Rodney Weston (Saint John, N.B.) and Greg Kerr (West Nova, N.S.) announced that the replacement vessel for the MV Princess of Acadia, which serves the Saint John, N.B. to Digby, N.S. ferry route, will be named the MV Fundy Rose, a combination of the top names submitted by Canadians … Read more
Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) was joined in Washington, D.C. by U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Anthony Foxx, to unveil a new class of rail tank car for flammable liquids. This newer, stronger tank car will be used for the transportation of flammable liquids, such as crude oil and ethanol. The new standard is the result … Read more
