Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that Transport Canada has awarded a $32-million contract to Dexter Construction, a Canadian company based in Bedford, Nova Scotia, to replace the movable transfer bridge at the Souris ferry terminal on Prince Edward Island.

Strong and reliable transportation infrastructure is essential to keeping Northern, Arctic, and Indigenous communities connected. That’s why the first investment through the Arctic Infrastructure Fund (AIF) will be for the Inuvik (Mike Zubko) Airport, which serves as a lifeline for the local economy, ensures access to essential goods and services, and strengthens Canada’s presence in the North.

Canadian steel is helping build the future of this country. When Canadian steel succeeds, Canada succeeds, and that’s why bold new action is being taken to strengthen the movement of Canadian steel within domestic markets.

Expanding Canada's international air transport agreements strengthens trade and investment, improves global connectivity, and creates new opportunities for Canadian businesses and travellers.

Rail helped build Canada, connecting people and communities across vast distances and helping unite the country. Today, a modern and resilient passenger rail network is essential to supporting economic growth, strengthening Canadian industry, and keeping Canadians connected.

Canada continues to work with international partners to advance the decarbonization of the marine sector and strengthen its sustainable supply chains.

The Government of Canada welcomes the decision issued today by the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) approving the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project. This decision is the result of several years of work and marks the achievement of a key milestone toward the start of construction of the rail bypass project.

Today, the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, announced the launch of two calls for proposals under the Rail Safety Improvement Program: the Education and Awareness stream, and the Infrastructure, Technology and Research stream.

Expanding Canada’s air transport agreements promotes trade diversification, facilitates people-to-people ties, strengthens supply chains, boosts tourism and helps fuel our country's economic growth.

Today, Member of Parliament for the Yukon and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, Dr. Brendan Hanley, on behalf of the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety at Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport.

New changes to strengthen training and certification standards in the federally regulated rail sector will help to reduce the risk of workplace injuries, improve the safety of the railway operations, and ultimately reduce rail incidents and accidents.

From travelling to appointments to delivering essential goods such as food, medicine and other goods, strong northern air transportation is vital in supporting northern connectivity and sustainable communities.

The Alto high-speed rail project is a strategic step toward delivering sustainable, faster, and more connected transportation for Canadians. It will provide more frequent and reliable passenger rail service, bring communities closer together, foster economic growth across the country, and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an important part of Canada’s air transportation network. It supports jobs, tourism, business travel, emergency services and greater connectivity to Canada’s regions and transborder economic hubs. It is located in the heart of Toronto’s waterfront community, where residents, businesses, and visitors work, live, and enjoy everything the area has to offer.

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today announced the appointment of Alain Langlois as Chairperson of the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) for a five-year term, and Fred Gaspar as Vice-Chairperson for a five-year term.

Safe and reliable airports are vital to the economic and social well-being of smaller and remote communities. In addition to supporting personal travel, local and regional airports are key connectors for business, health care, social services, and resource development sectors.

More than 12 million Canadian adults participate in recreational boating every year, but preventable accidents continue to result in injuries and fatalities on the water. To help improve safety, Transport Canada is supporting education and awareness initiatives that promote safe boating practices and behaviours on the water.

Strong, reliable supply chains are essential to Canada’s economic growth and global competitiveness. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in transportation infrastructure to improve the efficient and safe movement of goods across the country.

Canada needs an efficient, sustainable, and reliable transportation system to stay competitive. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in strategic infrastructure projects at Canadian ports and green shipping corridors.

The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, today announced that the airport serving Prince Edward Island’s capital will be renamed Charlottetown Alexander B. Campbell Airport, in honour of former Premier Alexander B. Campbell, whose leadership helped move Prince Edward Island forward and build stronger links with the rest of Canada.