Canadians need to have access to affordable goods when they want them and need them. The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of a strong supply chain. The Government of Canada is taking action so that our supply chains remain resilient and competitive.
Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honorable Pablo Rodriguez, announced the creation of the Green Shipping Corridor Program, an investment of $165.4 million, and launched a call for proposals under this program. The program will establish green shipping corridors and help decarbonize the marine sector in major shipping areas along the Great Lakes, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and Canada’s east and west coasts.
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA – The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, will make an announcement related to Canada’s supply chains. He will be accompanied by Andy Fillmore, member of Parliament for Halifax, and Captain Allan Gray, the Chief Executive Officer of the Halifax Port Authority.
The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Jonathan Wilkinson, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, will make an announcement related to Canada’s supply chains. He will be accompanied by Duncan Wilson, Vice president, Port of Vancouver, and Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO, Vancouver Board of Trade.
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.
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.
Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced two appointments to the Board of Directors of Marine Atlantic Inc. (effective September 25, 2023).
The Government of Canada is committed to promoting public safety and security, including when dangerous goods are being handled or transported in Canada.