With the longest coastline in the world, keeping our oceans safe and clean is a top priority for the Government of Canada. Since its launch in 2016, the Oceans Protection Plan—the largest investment ever made to protect our oceans and keep our coastlines clean—has led to over 50 initiatives and the completion of more than 300 projects to keep our waters safe and clean from coast-to-coast-to-coast.
The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, is expected to table the Strengthening the Port System and Railway Safety in Canada Act in the House of Commons shortly after 10:00 a.m. ET tomorrow.
An efficient and resilient transportation supply chain is key to expanding Canada’s economic capacity and productivity. The proposed legislative amendments under the Strengthening the Port System and Railway Safety in Canada Act aim to amend current legislation and modernize the way Canada’s marine and rail transportation systems operate and remove systemic barriers.
Canadians have experienced supply chain challenges firsthand and the impacts that come with them, like the rising cost of everyday products. More recently, existing supply chain issues were exacerbated by extreme climate events, changes in trade patterns, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This is why the Government of Canada is taking concrete action to strengthen our supply chain and continue to build an economy that works for everyone.
On behalf of the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, the Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for Québec, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, will make an announcement about new funding for critical infrastructure projects to support the Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport. The Vice-President of Business Development and Technology of the airport, Mr. Marc-André Bédard, will also be present.
The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra will make a significant funding announcement in Vancouver related to strengthening marine preparedness, response and partnerships during the next phase of the Oceans Protection Plan.
The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening Canada’s supply chains at Canadian ports so Canadians get what they need. The 2022 Fall Economic Statement builds on investments to build an economy that works for all Canadians.
The last two years have underscored the crucial role regional airports play in supporting essential air services. By ensuring community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue, and forest fire response, these airports contribute to keeping Canadians safe and connected from coast to coast to coast.
Prince Rupert, BRITISH COLUMBIA – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, will make a significant funding announcement about the Port of Prince Rupert, related to the Government of Canada’s work to strengthen Canada’s supply chain. Shaun Stevenson, President and CEO of the Prince Rupert Port Authority and Rob Booker, President and CEO of Trigon Pacific Terminals will also speak.
