Government of Canada to announce funding to increase cargo capacity at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport

Winnipeg – The Minister of Northern Affairs, Dan Vandal, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, will make an important funding announcement related to supply chains and improving cargo capacity at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. Minister Vandal will be joined by Ben Carr, the Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, and Nick Hays, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Winnipeg Airports Authority.

Media will have an opportunity to ask questions following the announcement.

Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. CST

Location:
Ground Services Equipment building
Winnipeg Richardson International Airport
1833 Saskatchewan Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3H 1H2

Directions:
Access Saskatchewan Avenue from Route 90 (King Edward Street or Century Street). The Ground Services Equipment building is located on the north side of Saskatchewan Avenue and the building address is posted on the fence at the entrance to the lot. Parking for media is available onsite.