Freight & Ports

QSA's Week in Freight & Ports (#15, 2025)

Icebreaking operations planned; Collective agreement renewal; Postal service delivery concerns raised.

Good morning! Welcome back to Queen Street Analytics' weekly roundup of regulatory developments, legislative discussions, political announcements and other government-related news concerning trucking, rail, and shipping, ports, cargo terminals, international and interprovincial logistics.

Every Monday, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.

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Start Date: 2025-04-13
End Date: 2025-04-19

Top Headlines

Main Stories

Canadian Coast Guard Icebreaking Operations Near Bruce Mines

The Canadian Coast Guard announced that icebreaking operations will occur near Bruce Mines, Ontario, on April 16, 2025. The operation aims to ensure safe passage for commercial vessels by breaking up ice, with cooperation from the United States Coast Guard. Residents are advised to exercise caution as ice conditions will remain unstable after the operations.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Important Updates

Secondary Stories

Collective Agreement Renewal at Port of Baie-Comeau

MP Steven MacKinnon announced the ratification of a collective agreement between QSL Canada Inc. and the United Steelworkers, Local 7065, covering longshore workers at the Port of Baie-Comeau.

Sources: Social Media: x.com

MP Garon Raises Postal Service Delivery Concerns

MP Jean-Denis Garon urged Canada Post to restore official mail delivery to town halls in his constituency, citing privacy issues and potential tax increases.