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Canada’s local and regional airports play an essential role in our country’s economy. Local and regional airports are key connectors for business, health care, social services, and emerging resource development sectors, all in addition to supporting Canadians’ travel.
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The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, today issued the following statement on the Canadian National Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims:
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The Dani Reiss Modern and Contemporary Gallery at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) will meet net-zero carbon operating standards thanks to an investment of $25 million from the federal government. Announced by Minister Fraser and Stephan Jost, Michael and Sonja Koerner Director and CEO of the Art Gallery of Ontario, the new gallery will showcase great art while being energy efficient and operate without burning fossil fuel.
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Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Hull Causeway of the Chaudière Crossing for repair work .
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Travellers, tourists and businesses rely on safe and efficient local and regional airports. Canada’s local and regional airports create good, middle-class jobs, keep our supply chains moving and connect our communities from coast-to-coast-to-coast.
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Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez announced various appointments at VIA Rail.
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Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced two appointments to the Board of Directors of Marine Atlantic Inc. (effective September 25, 2023).
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, and the Minister of Public Services and Procurement, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, announced that a contract has been awarded to Pilitak Enterprises Ltd., an Inuit company, to construct a new National Aerial Surveillance Program (NASP) aircraft hangar in Iqaluit, Nunavut.
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The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced today that the Government of Canada is making major investments in improving safety at the Brandon Municipal Airport.
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Canada’s local and regional airports keep our communities connected and create good, middle-class jobs. From visiting friends and family, to supporting essential medical services and food supply, and getting goods to market, we rely on our local airports to sustain safe and vibrant communities across the country.
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The Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant, Pablo Rodriguez, today issued the following statement:
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The High Frequency Rail project will be the largest Canadian infrastructure project in generations. Once operational, the rail line will span the Québec City to Toronto corridor with dedicated passenger tracks. This transformational project will provide clean, safe, and efficient travel, drive our economy, and strengthen our partnerships with Indigenous communities.
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Transport Canada, through Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), launched a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the High Frequency Rail (HFR) project, in February 2023. The RFQ closed on April 24, 2023. The Government of Canada evaluated four responses from Canadian and international consortia, and three consortia have been invited to participate in the Request for Proposals (RFP) that launched on October 13, 2023.
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Today, the Minister of National Revenue, Marie-Claude Bibeau, accompanied by the Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pascale St-Onge, and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Élisabeth Brière, on behalf of the Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant, Pablo Rodriguez, announced the streamlining of the process for all orders of government, including municipalities, for asking the federal government to restrict the use of boats on lakes and rivers.
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Whether visiting family and friends, taking a trip, or shipping goods to markets around the world, Canadians need an air sector that works for them.
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Keeping Canadians safe on our roads is a priority for the Government of Canada.
Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced the coming into force of regulations allowing Transport Canada to fine persons or companies who violate the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
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LAC-MÉGANTIC, QUEBEC — The Minister of Transport and Lieutenant of Quebec, Pablo Rodriguez, will make an announcement on the progress of the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project. The Minister will be accompanied by the Mayor of Lac Mégantic, Ms. Julie Morin.
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, issued this statement on World Maritime Day:
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, issued the following statement:
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, 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. Together, we can work to avoid rail-related incidents and protect Canadians who work and live near railways.
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, issued the following statement:
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, announced an investment of nearly $3 million under the Zero-Emission Trucking Program to support of three projects in Québec, British Columbia and Nova Scotia.
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The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, today announced appointments and reappointments in the transportation sector.
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Last summer, the MV Holiday Island, one of two ferries that ensured service between Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, was removed from service. Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, joined by the Right Honourable Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Sean Fraser, and the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, announced the Government of Canada's intention to purchase the MV Fanafjord to replace the MV Holiday Island in the short-term until its successor is built and ready to enter service.
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An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential to making life more affordable for Canadians and combatting the rising cost of living. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring our supply chains grow the economy and create good, middle-class jobs for Canadians, while making them resilient and adaptable to the effects of climate change.
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Ottawa, Ontario – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, the Member of Parliament for Ottawa South, David J. McGuinty, and the President & CEO of Canadian North, Michael Rodyniuk, will make a new funding announcement related to supply chains and improving cargo capacity at the Ottawa International Airport.
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Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users of Alexandra Bridge that on August 2, 5, 9, 12, 16 and 19, the traffic lanes and the boardwalk will be closed and patrolled for safety measures during the event
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Richmond, British Columbia – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, the Member of Parliament for Richmond Centre, Wilson Miao, and the Member of Parliament for Steveston—Richmond East, Parm Bains will make a significant funding announcement related to the supply chain and improving cargo capacity at Vancouver International Airport. They will be joined by the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Vancouver Airports Authority, Tamara Vrooman,
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In February 2023, Public Services and Procurement Canada launched, on behalf of Transport Canada, a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process for the High Frequency Rail (HFR) project. This was a major step in the procurement process that consists of a series of milestones towards selecting a private developer partner who will work collaboratively with VIA HFR to design and develop the High Frequency Rail project.
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An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential to keeping communities connected and building an economy that works for all Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring our supply chains remain strong and create good, middle-class jobs, while making them resilient and adaptable to the effects of climate change.
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ARGENTIA, NEWFOUNDLAND – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the Member of Parliament for Avalon, Ken McDonald, will announce funding related to supply chains and improving cargo capacity at the Port of Argentia in Newfoundland and Labrador. They will be accompanied by Scott Penney, CEO of the Port of Argentia.
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Canada’s airports are essential to helping keep our communities connected and creating good, middle-class jobs. From visiting friends and family, to supporting essential medical services, to getting goods to market, we rely on our local and regional airports to support our local economies and sustain vibrant communities.
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MONCTON, NEW BRUNSWICK – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Beauséjour, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, and the Minister of Official languages, Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Moncton—Riverview—Dieppe, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, will announce funding for the Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport. They will be accompanied by Courtney Burns, President and CEO of the Greater Moncton International Airport Authority Inc.
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Today, the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) is launching consultations on proposed amendments to the Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR), and invites Canadians to participate.
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, announced new regulations under the Canada Marine Act, effective immediately. These regulations allow for enforcement officers to issue administrative monetary penalties, or fines to individuals, corporations, or ships for violations of the Act and its associated regulations, providing them with more flexibility in dealing with situations where rules or standards are not being followed.
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Tom Oommen, Director General, Analysis and Outreach Branch and spokesperson of the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) will be holding a virtual technical briefing on the CTA's next steps in the area of air passenger protection and how the CTA plans to strengthen the Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR) as a result of the Budget Implementation Act which introduced changes to the Canada Transportation Act to clarify, simplify and strengthen the Canadian air passenger protection regime.
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An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential to keeping communities connected, and building an economy that works for all Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring our supply chains remain strong and create good, middle-class jobs for Canadians, while making them resilient and adaptable to the effects of climate change.
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Mississauga, Ontario – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, Deborah Flint, will make a significant funding announcement related to supply chains and improving cargo capacity at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
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As Canada continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, unique investments in our airport infrastructure continue to be crucial to maintain safety, security, and connectivity for business and leisure travellers, workers and communities. Government of Canada investments also help ensure Canada's aviation industry is well-positioned to recover from the ongoing impacts of the pandemic.
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PORT-DANIEL-GASCONS, QUEBEC – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, will make an announcement about infrastructure projects related to climate change in Gaspésie under the Rail Safety Improvement Program.
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Toronto, Ontario – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, will announce important project funding for United States-bound travellers at the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. The President and Chief Executive Officer of PortsToronto, Roelof-Jan Steenstra, and the President and Chief Executive Officer of Nieuport Aviation, Neil Pakey, will also be present.
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High Frequency Rail will transform passenger rail service in Canada through the creation of a faster and more frequent rail service along the country’s busiest passenger rail corridor from Québec City to Toronto.
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$4 million through PrairiesCan to establish an Aerospace Innovation Hub and a remotely-piloted aviation training centre.
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From sailing cargo ships that bring us goods we need, to crewing ferries that bring us to where we need to go, Canadians rely on seafarers to contribute to a successful economy that works for everyone. With an estimated 70 to 80 per cent of the goods Canadians use daily transported by ship, we are committed to encouraging more trained and qualified people to work in the marine industry.
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Canada has one of the safest air sectors in the world. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting innovation and economic growth in in the aviation industry, while making sure the safety of Canadians is held to the highest standard.
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The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, will announce federal investments for Alberta’s aerospace sector and the creation of a new hub to enhance the competitiveness of Alberta aerospace firms.
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The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, wrapped up a successful trip representing Canada at the G7 Transport Ministers’ Meeting in Ise-Shima, Japan, from June 16 to 18, 2023.
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Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, announced a Call for proposals , inviting organizations who raise public education and awareness about recreational boating safety issues, practices, and behaviours in Canada to submit their applications.
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Hello everyone. I am happy to join you to launch the third Safer Skies Forum.
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Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Ville-Marie-Le Sud-Ouest-Île-des-Soeurs, announced a federal investment of more than $6.5 million to support the construction of a new carbon-neutral building for MR-63, a Montreal-based cultural organization. For the occasion, he was accompanied by Benoit Dorais, Vice-chair of the Executive committee of the City of Montreal and borough mayor for Le Sud-Ouest, Frédéric Morin-Bordeleau, General Manager and co-founder of MR-63, and Étienne Morin-Bordeleau, Creative Director and co-founder of MR-63.
