Transfer of Rivière-Loup Airport to the Town of Rivière-Loup

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No. Q 006/03For release - June 2, 2003
Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec — Transport Minister David Collenette today announced the transfer of ownership of Rivière-du-Loup Airport from Transport Canada to the Town of Rivière-du-Loup.
"I congratulate the Town of Rivière-du-Loup for taking part in a new era of airport management in Canada," said Mr. Collenette. "Taking over the ownership of the Rivière-du-Loup Airport will allow the municipality to respond quickly to the needs of the people in the area."
The Rivière-du-Loup Airport is a facility identified as one of 31 Small airports having no scheduled passenger service and serving local needs. Under the National Airports Policy, announced in July 1994, local interests are being offered until March 31, 2005 the opportunity to assume ownership of small airports.
In addition to the transfer of ownership, Transport Canada will contribute $50,000 to the Town of Rivière-du-Loup for airport operations, as outlined in the National Airports Policy for the transfer of small airports.
"The National Airports Policy enables communities to take greater advantage of their airport, reduce costs and attract new and different types of business," added Mr. Collenette. "Making better use of transportation infrastructure in this manner will ultimately provide a boost to trade, tourism and job creation."
Negotiations to transfer the Rivière-du-Loup Airport began in September 1996, following the signing of a Letter of Intent by the Town of Rivière-du-Loup and Transport Canada.
Transport Canada continues to regulate the safe provision of air navigation facilities and services across the country. The department also continues to ensure safety and security at Canadian airports through aviation regulation and airport certification processes.
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