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.
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, will hold a media availability following the introduction of legislation related to airport accountability and transparency. He will be joined by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Vimy, Annie Koutrakis.
Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, introduced Bill C-52, the Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in the Transportation System Act, which would enact the Air Transportation Accountability Act and amend the Canada Transportation Act and the Canada Marine Act.
The Minister of Transport has introduced Bill C-52, the Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in the Transportation System Act, which would enact the Air Transportation Accountability Act and amend the Canada Transportation Act and the Canada Marine Act.
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.
No community should have to go through what happened in Lac-Mégantic in 2013. That is why the Government of Canada has committed to building a rail bypass that will make it possible to remove trains from the downtown area. This project is important and at every stage, it is essential to keep informed communities affected by the project.
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.
Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, in partnership with Mark Harbers, Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management for the Netherlands, officially opened and addressed the third Safer Skies Forum. Canada and the Netherlands are co-hosting the event, the only international forum dedicated to mitigating airspace risks over or near conflict zones. It brings together expert partners from states, international organizations, and the civil aviation industry.
Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, issued this statement on the departure of Vancouver Fraser Port Authority’s (VFPA) Chief Executive Officer