Start Date: 2025-02-22
End Date: 2025-02-28

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Transport Canada Announces Key Appointments

On February 25, 2025, the Minister of Transport, Anita Anand, announced several key appointments in the transportation sector. Kenneth Yong-Chiang Chan, Andrew Loschmann, Michael Maxwell, and Theresa Redburn were appointed to the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority's board of directors. Thomas Joseph Oommen and Gary Drouin received appointments to the Canadian Transportation Agency and the Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada, respectively. These appointments are expected to bring diverse expertise to their respective organizations, influencing the sector's future direction.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Significant Investment in Trois-Rivières Port

Transport Canada announced an investment of up to $87.1 million in the Port of Trois-Rivières on February 24, 2025. The project, under the National Trade Corridors Fund, aims to enhance the port's efficiency by constructing Pier 16 and reconstructing Pier 17, which will optimize cargo traffic flow and reduce congestion, bolstering the local economy.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

CBSA Modernizes Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle Border Crossing

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced on February 27, 2025, the start of modernization work at the Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle border crossing. With a $100 million investment over three years, the project will upgrade safety, security, and technology infrastructure, aiming to improve traffic flow and service standards.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Cap-aux-Meules Port Announcement Scheduled

Transport Canada announced an upcoming event on February 26, 2025, regarding the Cap-aux-Meules Port in Quebec. Ministers Diane Lebouthillier and Jean-Yves Duclos will present on behalf of Minister Anita Anand, indicating potential developments that may impact marine transportation in the region.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Minister Anand Concludes Washington Visit

On February 26, 2025, Minister Anita Anand concluded a visit to Washington, D.C., where she engaged with U.S. officials, including Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, to discuss shared transportation priorities. The meetings reinforced the economic ties and integrated supply chains between Canada and the United States.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca