S Transportation
TransportationText
Investing in transit in rural Nova Scotia
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, December 12, 2024 — The federal government is investing more than $2.7 million through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF) to support 12 rural transit projects across Nova Scotia. For Pictou County Transit, Minister Sean Fraser and Mayor Nancy Dicks announced $136,761 to purchase a vehicle […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
New Trains from Coast to Coast
MONTRÉAL, December 9, 2024 – VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) is pleased to announce the launch of the Requests for Qualification (RFQ) for locomotives and cars to replace its Long-Distance, Regional and Remote (LDRR) fleet. These RFQs mark the first phase of this transformative project as VIA Rail seeks a supplier for this new fleet […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
Critical transportation infrastructure vulnerabilities place lives and prosperity at risk, Senate report finds
December 6, 2024 Ottawa – Canada is not ready to face the consequences of climate change on its transportation hubs and supply chain network, which threatens public safety and the country’s long-term economic prosperity, the Senate Committee on Transport and Communications said in its latest report. Critical transportation infrastructure across the country is vulnerable to extreme […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
Canada invests $30M for improvements at Thompson Regional Airport – ReNew Canada
November 21, 2024 Transport Canada announced that through the Airports Capital Assistance Program, the federal government is providing $30 million to the Thompson Regional Airport for the construction of a new apron, two new taxiways (one paved and one gravel), and new drainage and electrical systems. “Canada’s regional and remote airports are critical links in […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
Active transportation fund extended for another year
November 20, 2024 Funding designed to help build new walking paths and improve active transportation networks is continuing for another year. There is $5 million available through the province’s Active Transportation Fund for new projects across the province. “I have received lots of great feedback on how valuable this funding is for our Island communities. […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
Government of Canada invests in safety and connectivity at the Thompson Regional Airport
From: Transport Canada November 14, 2024 Safe and reliable airports are crucial connections for local and regional communities across Canada. Investments in airports support economic and business development, improve aviation services and safety, and enhance access to Canada’s remote and Indigenous communities. Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board and Minister of […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
Investigation report: Runway overrun at Pikangikum Airport, Ontario
Winnipeg, Manitoba, 13 November 2024 — The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) released its investigation report (A23C0081) into the runway overrun involving a Cessna 208B aircraft, operated by Superior Airways Limited, that occurred on September 12, 2023 at the Pikangikum Airport, Ontario. The TSB conducted a limited-scope, class 4 investigation into this occurrence to advance transportation safety […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
Investment to support a public transit system in province’s northwest
November 13, 2024 EDMUNDSTON – Three levels of government are supporting the establishment of an accessible transportation system, benefiting residents of Edmundston, Matawaskiye (Madawaska Maliseet) First Nation and Haut-Madawaska. “This project is a great example of how municipalities, regional service commissions and First Nations can collaborate to create local solutions to issues like regional transportation,” […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
The Government of Canada invests in clean technology and infrastructure for a sustainable marine industry in Ontario
From: Transport Canada November 12, 2024 Canadians are seeing the effects of climate change, and that’s why we’re building a green economy, establishing green shipping corridors and reducing emissions at our ports, by investing in green shipping corridors. Today, the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced up […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read MoreTransportationText
The Government of Canada invests in green shipping corridors at Quebec ports
From: Transport Canada November 8, 2024 Canada’s ports play a crucial role in connecting communities, promoting trade, and growing our economy. Canadians are seeing the effects of climate change, and that’s why we’re building a green economy, establishing green shipping corridors and reducing emissions at our ports. Today, the Minister of Public Services and Procurement […]
by ahnationtalk on
Read More
