Minister of Transport introduces Bill C-52 to ensure accountability and transparency in the national transportation sector for Canadians
OTTAWA, ON, June 20, 2023 /CNW/ – Canadians deserve a smooth and efficient transportation system. The Government of Canada is working to support a transportation sector that meets Canadians’ needs, creates good middle-class jobs, and helps build an economy that works for everyone. Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, introduced Bill C-52, the Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in […]
Minister of Transport announces new funding for essential equipment for Region of Waterloo International Airport
BRESLAU, ON, May 25, 2023 /CNW/ – Canada’s airports are essential to helping keep communities connected and creating good, middle-class jobs to support our economy. From visiting friends and family, to essential medical services, to getting goods to market, we rely on our local airports to support and sustain vibrant communities. The Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, today […]
Minister of Transport announces new Verified Traveller program to improve the security screening experience for eligible travellers
TORONTO, May 23, 2023 /CNW/ – The air sector plays a crucial role in connecting Canadians across the country and to the world, and helps create good, middle-class jobs to build an economy that works for everyone. The Government of Canada is continuously working to improve the security screening process to ensure travellers have a smooth and efficient screening experience, while […]
Government of Canada and Canadian North agree on new terms and conditions of airline merger
OTTAWA, ON, April 21, 2023 /CNW/ – From travelling to appointments to helping deliver essential necessities such as food, medicine and other goods, strong, financially stable northern air transportation providers are vital to support vibrant and sustainable communities in the North. In 2019, the Government of Canada approved the merger of First Air and Canadian North, subject to several […]
Minister of Transport presents proposed amendments to the Canada Transportation Act to strengthen air passenger rights and simplify the complaint resolution process
OTTAWA, ON, April 24, 2023 /CNW/ – The air sector plays a crucial role in connecting Canadians across the country and to the world, and creates good, middle-class jobs to help build an economy that works for everyone. Protecting the rights of air passengers is a priority of the Government of Canada, and the government will continue to […]
Transport Canada issues an initial series of penalties as part of its investigation into the Montréal–Cancun flight of December 30, 2021
March 8, 2022 Montréal, Quebec Transport Canada Ensuring the safety and security of passengers and crew on a flight is a top priority for Transport Canada. Civil aviation regulations and requirements must be respected, and anyone who does not comply is subject to serious penalties. In response to allegations of unacceptable behaviour reported to Transport Canada […]
No Max 8 aircraft in Canadian skies until all safety concerns addressed: Garneau
From Travelweek Group – link to story Monday, August 31, 2020 ~ Posted by The Canadian Press OTTAWA — Transport Minister Marc Garneau says Boeing’s Max 8 aircraft won’t be allowed to fly in Canadian skies until officials believe all safety concerns have been addressed. He said in a statement Friday that Transport Canada will work […]
Government of Canada announces new measures to support essential air access to remote communities
OTTAWA, Aug. 6, 2020 /CNW/ – The COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented crisis in the aviation industry’s ability to service communities, which is having a significant impact on the remote communities that depend on small air carriers for essential goods, services, and access in and out of the community. As the pandemic continues to evolve, the Government […]
Air Canada, WestJet to drop on-board physical distancing policies
From City News 1130 – link to story BY CHRISTOPHER REYNOLDS, THE CANADIAN PRESS | Posted Jun 26, 2020 FILE – An Air Canada flight departing for Kelowna takes off at Vancouver International Airport, in Richmond, B.C., on March 20, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl DyckSUMMARY Air Canada, WestJet have blocked the sale of adjacent seats in […]
Government of Canada investing in safety at the La Ronge (Barber Field) Airport
Provided by Transport Canada/CNW LA RONGE, SK, Feb. 14, 2019 /CNW/ – Canadians, tourists and businesses benefit from safe and well-maintained airports. From visiting friends and family, to travelling to medical appointments, or getting goods to market, we rely on our local airports to support and sustain vibrant communities. These airports also provide essential air services including […]