NEW MARINE TERMINAL AT THE PORT OF CAP AUX MEULES

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No. Q008/04 For release September 3, 2004 CAP AUX MEULES, Quebec - Transport Minister Jean-C. Lapierre today inaugurated the new marine terminal at the port of Cap aux Meules ferry wharf. "This major investment further demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment to support communities such as the Magdalen Islands whose transportation infrastructures are of utmost importance for the safe and efficient transportation of people and goods," said Mr. Lapierre. The second phase of the project should start shortly and consist primarily in demolishing the existing terminal, renovating the parking area, and making the entire outdoor facility safe. "This project, estimated at some $2 million, will contribute to the region's economic development by providing it with renewed transportation facilities that will serve this community well for many years to come," added Mr. Lapierre. The port of Cap aux Meules is owned by Transport Canada and is classified as a remote port under the terms of the National Marine Policy. It is the main gateway for passengers and goods to and from Magdalen Islands. The Cap aux Meules marine terminal is located at the ferry wharf built in 1998 to accommodate the new MV Madeleine ferry linking Cap aux Meules to Souris, Prince Edward Island. During his trip to Magdalen Islands, Mr. Lapierre also took the opportunity to reiterate the importance of the local airport for the Government of Canada. He pointed out that over the past four years, Transport Canada has invested more than $6 million in the airport and that in 2004, the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority injected $700,000 in the facility. Funding for these projects was provided for in the March 2004 budget and is therefore built into the current fiscal framework. - 30 - Contact: François-Nicolas Asselin Communications, Dorval (514) 633-2741 Transport Canada is online at www.tc.gc.ca. Subscribe to news releases and speeches at apps.tc.gc.ca/listserv/ and keep up-to-date on the latest from Transport Canada. This news release may be made available in alternative formats for persons with visual disabilities.

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