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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced an investment of up to $25 million for the Halifax Port Authority. This investment bolsters both environmental sustainability and supply chain efficiency, while actively supporting decarbonization efforts in the transportation sector and strengthening infrastructure resiliency.
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Rural and remote communities deserve safe, reliable, and resilient connectivity to keep people moving and to grow our economy. That is why the Government of Canada is making investments for keeping Northern Manitoba connected by rail.
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HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA – The Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, will make an announcement related to Canada’s supply chain infrastructure and green shipping corridors. She will be accompanied by Fulvio Fracassi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Halifax Port Authority.
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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced an investment of over $109 million through two initiatives under the Ocean’s Protection Plan to strengthen marine safety in 47 communities across Canada. Specifically, funding will:
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Marine coordinators will be responsible for building relationships and integrating Indigenous Knowledge in proposed federal policies, programs, processes, directives, regulations, or legislation concerning marine safety and environmental protection. Additionally, the coordinators will help establish partnerships to better support the cooperative management of coasts and waterways.
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The Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, will make an announcement related to Indigenous partnerships and Canada’s Oceans Protection Plan.
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The safety of Canada’s road users is a top priority for the Government of Canada, and that starts with the safe transportation of our children.
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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced a public consultation to gather feedback on expanding security screening requirements at Canada’s ports. These proposed changes would enhance security. Consultations will be open until March 31, 2025.
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The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, today offered the following statement concerning the incident involving a United States military Black Hawk helicopter and American Airlines flight 5342, a Bombardier CRJ-700, in Washington, D.C.
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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, welcomed the reappointment of Lorraine S. Cunningham as the part-time Chairperson of the Pacific Pilotage Authority, for a term of five years.
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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced the successful construction of a new prototype building at the drones and robotics test field on the grounds of the former Killaloe Airport.
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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced that the Pickering Lands will not be used for a future airport site. The Government of Canada intends to transfer the high conservation value lands to Parks Canada.
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Today, the MV Northumberland (formerly the MV Fanafjord) arrived in Canada. This vessel will serve the Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island to Caribou, Nova Scotia route.
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The Government of Canada is dedicated to fostering healthy competition, growth and productivity in the transportation and agricultural sectors.
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The Government of Canada is dedicated to supporting Canada’s transition to net-zero emissions, including accelerating the transition to zero-emission vehicles. This is why Transport Canada introduced the Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program in 2019.
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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, officially cleared Santa for his annual flight around the world. The Minister first made sure that all the conditions were ideal for a successful trip. With the holiday season right around the corner, the Minister also extended her best wishes.
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The Confederation Bridge is essential in supporting the economy and connectivity for the province of Prince Edward Island and the region. Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced that 2025 tolls will remain frozen for a third year at current rates, for the Confederation Bridge. The bridge operator, Strait Crossing Bridge Limited (SCBL), will receive funding from Transport Canada to prevent a toll increase.
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Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, issued the following statement: “I am pleased that the Canadian Transportation Agency’s proposed amendments to the Air Passenger Protection Regulations were published in Part I of the Canada Gazette on December 21, 2024, for a 75-day public comment period.
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The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, today issued the following statement:
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Today, the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, accompanied by Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Jenna Sudds, announced 35 new projects across Canada that will receive funding through the Enhanced Road Safety Transfer Payment Program.
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The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, today issued the following statement to mark International Civil Aviation Day on December 7:
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Kanata (Ontario) — The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, and the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for Kanata–Carleton, the Honourable Jenna Sudds, will make an announcement to improve safety in our communities.
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International civil aviation brings the world together. Working with our international partners is key to ensuring our skies stay safe, secure, accessible and sustainable.
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The past few years have been challenging. It feels like the price of everything has gone up. And while inflation is back to the 2 per cent target and interest rates have been cut four times this year, we know that Canadians aren’t yet feeling that in their household budgets.
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The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for Ottawa Centre, Yasir Naqvi, will make an announcement that will put more money in your pocket, so you can buy the things you need and save for the things you want.
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The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, today issued the following statement:
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The federal government is investing in strengthening the country's supply chains and increasing opportunities for our companies to expand into global markets.
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BÉCANCOUR, QUEBEC - The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry and Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice—Champlain, the Honorable François-Philippe Champagne will announce major investments under the National Trade Corridors Fund for the Bécancour Industrial and Port Park.
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Safe and reliable airports are crucial connections for local and regional communities across Canada. Investments in airports support economic and business development, improve aviation services and safety, and enhance access to Canada’s remote and Indigenous communities.
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Thompson (Manitoba) – The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, will make an announcement about air safety and connectivity at the Thompson Regional Airport. Minister Anand will be joined by Her Worship Colleen Smook, Mayor of Thompson, Angela Levasseur, Chief of Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Vince Shumka, Chair of the Thompson Regional Airport Authority, and Curtis Ross, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Development Officer of the Thompson Regional Airport Authority.
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Today, the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced up to $25.2 million for four projects, funded under the Green Shipping Corridor Program, to support both shore-power and alternative fuel solutions in the marine sector. This funding will:
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Below are the four Ontario projects in receipt of funding under the Green Shipping Corridor Program’s Clean Ports stream. Overall, these projects focus on shore power solutions, alternative fuel solutions and fueling infrastructure, and/or aim to support both shore-power and alternative fuel solutions.
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The Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, Vance Badawey, on behalf of the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, will make an announcement about building a greener economy.
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The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment,
Workforce Development and Official Languages and Member of Parliament for Windsor–Tecumseh, Irek Kusmierczyk, will make an announcement about building a greener economy.
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Today, the Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, on behalf of the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced up to $30 million for three projects based in Quebec. This funding, provided under the Green Shipping Corridor Program, will help reduce the environmental impacts of the marine sector. This funding will:
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Below are the three projects funded under the Green Shipping Corridor Program’s Clean Ports stream and based in Quebec.
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Quebec, Quebec - On behalf of the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, the Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, will make an announcement about green shipping corridors. He will be accompanied by Mario Girard, president and CEO of the Port of Québec.
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Expanding our international air transport travel relationships with other countries provides Canadians with greater choice and more convenience. Canadians want and deserve options for their international travel needs.
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Today, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament of Cape Breton—Canso, Mike Kelloway, on behalf of the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced up to $22.5 million for EverWind Fuels. This funding, provided under the Green Shipping Corridor Program, will allow them to:
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The Government of Canada is investing in strategic infrastructure projects to strengthen supply chains and make life cost less.
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The National Trade Corridors Fund supports infrastructure projects in Canada. These projects include improvements at airports, ports, railways, transportation facilities, and access roads.
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The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, will announce investments under the National Trade Corridors Fund at Sorel-Tracy, Québec. She will be joined by Robert Bellisle, President and CEO of QSL, Patrick Péloquin, Mayor of Sorel-Tracy, and Vincent Deguise, Mayor of Saint-Joseph-de-Sorel.
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Investing in railway safety is crucial for reducing risks, preventing accidents, keeping Canada’s rail corridors running, and connecting Canadians. The Government is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safety and security, across the country.
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London (Ontario) — The President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, will make an announcement on strengthening rail safety across Canada.
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The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, today issued the following statement:
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Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced the following appointments and reappointments in the transportation sector.
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Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced that Transport Canada has taken unprecedented action to put an end to serious violations of the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 concerning unlicensed passenger vessels. This action underscores Transport Canada’s commitment to enforcing marine safety and protecting Canadians.
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To ensure the safety of everyone on the water, Transport Canada is restricting the movement of vessel traffic within the public Port of Sarnia. Under these restrictions, no unauthorized traffic will be permitted on the Canadian side of the St. Clair River, from the Blue Water Bridge to the upper end of Stag Island, between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. on August 18, 2024. A Navigational Warning (NAVWARN) about temporary vessel restrictions for this day was issued on August 8, 2024.
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A well-connected transportation system is essential to making life cost less for Canadians. That’s why the Government of Canada is committed to investing in our supply chains to support economic growth, while making them resilient and adaptable to the effects of climate change.
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The Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant, Pablo Rodriguez, will announce infrastructure funding to enhance regional connectivity in the Prairies. Minister Rodriguez will be joined by Dan Vandal, the Minister of Northern Affairs, and Joey Petrisor, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Perimeter Aviation.
