Canada News Centre2026-09-08T10:07:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/09/the-government-of-canada-invests-405-million-to-advance-the-mackenzie-valley-highway-project-and-strengthen-arctic-connectivity.html

Safe and reliable transportation infrastructure is essential to strong, connected communities across Canada’s North and Arctic. As climate change puts increasing pressure on northern transportation systems, investments in all-season infrastructure are helping communities stay connected, while strengthening supply chains and supporting Canada’s security and sovereignty in the Arctic.

Transport Canada2026-09-08T10:07:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-to-host-a-media-availability-following-an-announcement-regarding-a-significant-investment-for-a-critical-national-infrastructu.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon and the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Rebecca Alty will hold a media availability following an announcement regarding a major investment to advance a nation-building infrastructure project in Canada that will be held in Norman Wells, Northwest Territories on September 8, 2026. Minister MacKinnon and Minister Alty will be joined by the Deputy Premier of the Northwest Territories, the Honourable Caroline Wawzonek.

Transport Canada2026-09-04T16:32:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-to-announce-significant-investment-for-a-critical-national-infrastructure-project.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon and the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, will make an announcement regarding a major investment to advance a nation-building infrastructure project in Canada. Minister MacKinnon and Minister Alty will be joined by the Deputy Premier of the Northwest Territories, the Honourable Caroline Wawzonek, Member of Legislative Assembly for Sahtu, the Honorable Daniel McNeely, and His Worship Frank Pope, Mayor of Norman Wells.

Transport Canada2026-09-04T09:42:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-invests-in-key-infrastructure-at-the-wollaston-lake-airport-northern-saskatchewan.html

Canadians, businesses, and communities rely on air transportation to stay connected and access opportunities across the country. In northern and remote regions, airport infrastructure plays a particularly important role in supporting mobility and supply chains.

Transport Canada2026-09-01T12:36:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/08/transport-canada-to-announce-important-investments-at-the-wollaston-lake-airport.html

The Secretary of State for Rural Development, Buckley Belanger, on behalf of the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will announce funding to improve accessibility, reliability, and airport safety at the Wollaston Lake Airport.

Transport Canada2026-08-31T13:37:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-invests-over-235-million-to-strengthen-bc-airports-and-keep-communities-connected.html

Canadians, businesses, and visitors rely on safe and well-maintained airports to stay connected and keep people and goods moving. Local and regional airports are vital links for rural and remote communities, supporting access to health care, emergency response services, business opportunities, and essential travel.

Transport Canada2026-08-26T18:42:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-invests-32-million-in-eastern-canada-ferry-infrastructure-to-support-connectivity.html

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that Transport Canada has awarded a $32-million contract to Dexter Construction, a Canadian company based in Bedford, Nova Scotia, to replace the movable transfer bridge at the Souris ferry terminal on Prince Edward Island.

Transport Canada2026-08-17T13:23:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/08/transport-canada-restricts-vessel-traffic-on-the-st-clair-river-for-august-16-2026.html

To help ensure the safety of everyone on the water during an expected increase in the number of people using the river, Transport Canada is restricting the movement of vessel traffic within the public Port of Sarnia.

Transport Canada2026-08-13T14:01:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/08/minister-alty-and-minister-olszewski-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-infrastructure-investments-at-the-inuvik-mike-zubko-airport.html

The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, on behalf of the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, and the Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, will make an announcement regarding infrastructure investments at the Inuvik Mike Zubko Airport.

Transport Canada2026-08-07T14:30:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-announces-expanded-air-transport-agreement-between-canada-and-nigeria.html

Expanding Canada's international air transport agreements strengthens trade and investment, improves global connectivity, and creates new opportunities for Canadian businesses and travellers.

Transport Canada2026-08-06T11:06:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/passenger-rail-locomotive-assembly-returns-to-canada-through-a-195-billion-government-of-canada-investment.html

Rail helped build Canada, connecting people and communities across vast distances and helping unite the country. Today, a modern and resilient passenger rail network is essential to supporting economic growth, strengthening Canadian industry, and keeping Canadians connected.

Transport Canada2026-07-29T09:36:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-to-announce-major-investment-in-the-passenger-locomotive-fleet-to-strengthen-connections-across-the-country.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will announce major investment to renew passenger locomotive fleet in order to strengthen connections across Canada.

Transport Canada2026-07-28T13:30:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/minister-of-transport-and-leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-formalizes-a-green-shipping-corridor-memorandum-of-understanding-with-spain.html

Canada continues to work with international partners to advance the decarbonization of the marine sector and strengthen its sustainable supply chains.

Transport Canada2026-07-23T13:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/07/ministers-joly-mackinnon-and-mcguinty-and-secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-deliver-remarks-and-hold-media-availability-at-official-opening-of-canada-pavi.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions; the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons; the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence; and the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), will deliver remarks at the official opening of the Canada Pavilion at the Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom. Doug Guzman, Chief Executive Officer of the Defence Investment Agency, will also be in attendance for media inquiries.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-07-17T17:46:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/key-milestone-reached-the-ctas-decision-marks-a-key-milestone-on-the-lac-megantic-rail-bypass-project.html

The Government of Canada welcomes the decision issued today by the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) approving the Lac-Mégantic rail bypass project. This decision is the result of several years of work and marks the achievement of a key milestone toward the start of construction of the rail bypass project.

Transport Canada2026-07-16T13:42:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-seeks-proposals-to-improve-rail-safety.html

Today, the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, announced the launch of two calls for proposals under the Rail Safety Improvement Program: the Education and Awareness stream, and the Infrastructure, Technology and Research stream.

Transport Canada2026-07-13T09:00:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/statement-by-the-minister-of-transport-on-the-commemorations-marking-the-thirteenth-anniversary-of-the-lac-megantic-tragedy.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, issued the following statement today to commemorate the thirteenth anniversary of the Lac-Mégantic tragedy:

Transport Canada2026-07-06T11:45:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/the-government-of-canada-announces-expanded-air-transport-agreement-between-canada-and-mongolia.html

Expanding Canada’s air transport agreements promotes trade diversification, facilitates people-to-people ties, strengthens supply chains, boosts tourism and helps fuel our country's economic growth.

Transport Canada2026-07-03T09:00:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-invests-in-key-infrastructure-at-the-erik-nielsen-whitehorse-international-airport.html

Today, Member of Parliament for the Yukon and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, Dr. Brendan Hanley, on behalf of the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety at Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport.

Transport Canada2026-07-02T13:09:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/07/transport-canada-announces-upcoming-changes-to-strengthen-required-training-and-certification-standards-for-railway-workers.html

New changes to strengthen training and certification standards in the federally regulated rail sector will help to reduce the risk of workplace injuries, improve the safety of the railway operations, and ultimately reduce rail incidents and accidents.

Transport Canada2026-07-02T09:00:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/06/minister-mackinnon-marks-airport-workers-day.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today issued the following statement to mark Airport Workers Day.

Transport Canada2026-06-25T10:00:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/06/transport-canada-invests-in-critical-infrastructure-project-to-strengthen-yellowknife-airport.html

From travelling to appointments to delivering essential goods such as food, medicine and other goods, strong northern air transportation is vital in supporting northern connectivity and sustainable communities.

Transport Canada2026-06-24T14:38:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/06/release-of-altos-what-we-heard-report-and-announcement-of-kingston-as-a-potential-stop-along-the-high-speed-rail-network.html

The Alto high-speed rail project is a strategic step toward delivering sustainable, faster, and more connected transportation for Canadians. It will provide more frequent and reliable passenger rail service, bring communities closer together, foster economic growth across the country, and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Transport Canada2026-06-22T09:22:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/06/minister-mackinnon-to-make-a-transport-related-announcement-in-kingston.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will make an announcement related to transport.

Transport Canada2026-06-19T13:00:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-opens-a-preclearance-facility-at-vancouver-pacific-central-rail-station.html

The Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, and the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today announced the conversion of the first railway location in Canada to preclearance, at the Vancouver Pacific Central Rail Station in British Columbia.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-10T12:31:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-introduces-targeted-support-to-help-canadas-airline-sector-weather-global-fuel-market-volatility.html

Today, the Government is taking further targeted action to support stability in Canada's airline sector during this period of elevated fuel prices. The Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, announced the launch of the Liquidity for Airline Sector Resilience facility, a new loan program through the Canada Enterprise Emergency Funding Corporation (CEEFC). The facility will offer eligible Canadian airlines experiencing significant financial pressures resulting from elevated jet fuel costs up to $150 million in repayable liquidity support, on an as-needed basis.

Department of Finance Canada2026-06-08T10:07:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-safety-and-connectivity-at-the-val-dor-regional-airport.html

Safe and reliable airports are vital to the economic and social well-being of smaller and remote communities. In addition to supporting personal travel, local and regional airports are key connectors for business, health care, social services, and resource development sectors.

Transport Canada2026-05-19T11:13:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-for-the-rehabilitation-of-the-runway-at-val-dor-airport.html

The Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, on behalf of the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will announce funding for the rehabilitation of the runway at Val-d’Or Airport.

Transport Canada2026-05-15T11:00:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-marks-the-groundbreaking-of-a-major-supply-chain-expansion-project-at-edmonton-international-airport0.html

Strong, reliable supply chains are essential to Canada’s economic growth and global competitiveness. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in transportation infrastructure to improve the efficient and safe movement of goods across the country.

Transport Canada2026-05-13T12:53:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-marks-the-groundbreaking-of-a-major-supply-chain-expansion-project-at-edmonton-international-airport.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will make an announcement regarding federal investments to strengthen Canada’s supply chains.

Transport Canada2026-05-12T12:00:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-clean-marine-infrastructure-and-green-shipping-solutions.html

Canada needs an efficient, sustainable, and reliable transportation system to stay competitive. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in strategic infrastructure projects at Canadian ports and green shipping corridors.

Transport Canada2026-05-11T13:27:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/minister-mackinnon-announces-the-renaming-of-the-charlottetown-airport-to-honour-former-premier-alexander-b-campbell.html

The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, today announced that the airport serving Prince Edward Island’s capital will be renamed Charlottetown Alexander B. Campbell Airport, in honour of former Premier Alexander B. Campbell, whose leadership helped move Prince Edward Island forward and build stronger links with the rest of Canada.

Transport Canada2026-05-11T09:23:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/minister-mackinnon-to-make-infrastructure-and-supply-chain-announcement-in-prince-edward-island.html

Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) - The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will make an infrastructure and supply chain announcement in Prince Edward Island. Minister MacKinnon will be available to answer questions from the media.

Transport Canada2026-05-08T12:15:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/minister-mackinnon-to-make-an-important-announcement-in-charlottetown-on-prince-edward-island.html

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island - The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon will make an important announcement on Prince Edward Island. Minister MacKinnon will be available to answer questions from the media.

Transport Canada2026-05-08T11:15:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/minister-mackinnon-to-speak-at-the-peterborough-and-kawarthas-chamber-of-commerce.html

Peterborough (Ontario) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will speak at the Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce on transportation issues, supply chain management, and their impacts on local businesses and economic growth. Minister MacKinnon, accompanied by Emma Harrison, Member of Parliament for Peterborough, will be available to answer questions from the media.

Transport Canada2026-05-07T14:15:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/05/minister-mackinnon-highlights-plan-to-clear-the-backlog-of-air-travel-complaints-from-spring-economic-update-2026-canada-strong-for-all.html

The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, today highlighted that the government will eliminate the backlog of air passenger complaints, and rebuild trust for travellers, as announced in the Spring Economic Update

Transport Canada2026-05-01T11:30:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/04/minister-mackinnon-to-highlight-spring-economic-update-2026-measures-in-ottawa.html

Ottawa (Ontario) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will highlight recent measures from the Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to protect air passenger rights.

Transport Canada2026-04-30T11:41:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/04/minister-mackinnon-announces-sovereign-space-launch-capabilities-through-the-canadian-space-launch-act.html

Canada reached the moon but still lacks its own way to space. Canada is the only country in the G7 that does not have space launch capabilities and must rely on foreign countries, most often the United States, to reach orbit. In a more uncertain and competitive world, Canada cannot rely on others to secure access to space for our economy, our defence, and our future.

Transport Canada2026-04-21T12:34:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/04/minister-mackinnon-to-highlight-the-introduction-of-legislation-to-amend-the-aeronautics-act.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will hold a press conference following the introduction of legislation to amend the Aeronautics Act.

Transport Canada2026-04-20T15:28:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/04/the-government-of-canada-announces-increase-in-flights-between-canada-and-china.html

Growing Canada’s air transport relations promotes trade diversification, strengthens supply chains, boosts tourism and helps fuel our country's economic growth.

Transport Canada2026-04-20T10:00:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-announces-stronger-protections-for-southern-resident-killer-whales-in-20260.html

The Government of Canada recognizes that Southern Resident killer whales continue to face imminent threats to their survival and recovery, and that protecting these iconic marine mammals requires comprehensive and immediate action. The 2026 management measures focus on addressing one of the primary threats to Southern Resident killer whales: acoustic and physical disturbance from vessels.

Transport Canada2026-04-02T15:02:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-announces-stronger-protections-for-southern-resident-killer-whales-in-2026.html

Today, the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven Mackinnon, announced vessel management measures to support the recovery of Southern Resident killer whales, including an increased approach distance from the previous 400 metres to 1,000 metres. This measure will help increase protection, simplify regulations for Canadians, and align with existing measures in Washington State.

Transport Canada2026-04-02T15:02:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/03/canada-continues-strong-protections-for-endangered-north-atlantic-right-whales.html

North Atlantic right whales are one of the most endangered large whale species in the world. With recent population estimates at roughly 380, they face serious threats to their survival and recovery from the risk of fishing gear entanglements and vessel strikes. The Government of Canada continues to implement measures to protect this endangered species in close consultation with industry.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-03-26T12:57:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-canadian-innovation-to-combat-auto-theft.html

Today, the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, announced that the Government of Canada will provide $1.6 million in funding for three Canadian projects developing innovative vehicle anti-theft technologies.

Transport Canada2026-03-25T11:08:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-invests-36m-in-defence-sector-with-support-for-universite-du-quebec-en-outaouais.html

CED funding will be used to test and strengthen cybersecurity in the defence sector.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2026-03-24T08:28:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/03/the-government-of-canada-is-strengthening-construction-material-supply-chains-by-investing-in-green-shipping-corridors.html

Today, the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, Steven MacKinnon, announced up to $6.4 million to R.W. Tomlinson Ltd.’s Ontario Trap Rock facility for their Trap Rock Electrification of Extended Ship Loading System project in Bruce Mines, funded under the Green Shipping Corridor Program.

Transport Canada2026-03-13T09:14:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/03/minister-of-transport-to-announce-clean-ports-investments-that-will-improve-construction-material-supply-chains.html

Bruce Mines (Ontario) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will announce clean ports investments that will improve construction material supply chains. Minister MacKinnon, accompanied by Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie–Algoma, Her Worship Lory Patteri, Mayor of Bruce Mines, and Rob Pierce, Senior Vice President of Planning and Development at R.W. Tomlinson Ltd., will be available to answer questions from the media.

Transport Canada2026-03-12T09:20:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-to-open-a-preclearance-facility-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport.html

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, accompanied by the Honourable Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria, Ontario Minister of Transportation, announced that, building on the foundation of newly strengthened Preclearance Regulations in Canada, a new preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport for United States-bound travellers will open on March 10, 2026.

Transport Canada2026-03-09T09:31:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/03/minister-of-transport-to-mark-opening-of-preclearance-facility-at-billy-bishop-toronto-city-airport.html

Toronto (Ontario) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will announce the opening of the preclearance facility at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Minister MacKinnon, accompanied by the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria, Ontario Minister of Transportation, Roelof-Jan Steenstra, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Port Authority, and Jennifer Quinn, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nieuport Aviation, will be available to answer questions from the media.

Transport Canada2026-03-06T12:30:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/03/minister-of-transport-to-make-an-announcement-during-a-speech-at-the-prospectors-and-developers-association-of-canada-convention.html

Toronto (Ontario) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will highlight federal priorities aimed at strengthening Canada’s transportation system, reinforcing supply chains and supporting the country’s economic growth. Minister MacKinnon, accompanied by the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, will be available to answer questions from the media.

Transport Canada2026-03-02T13:00:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/02/minister-mackinnon-marks-national-aviation-day.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today issued the following statement to mark National Aviation Day.

Transport Canada2026-02-23T09:00:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/02/musqueam-and-canada-sign-historic-agreements-recognizing-rights-stewardship-and-fisheries.html

Today marks an important step forward for xʷməθkʷəy̓əm. Musqueam and Canada have signed landmark agreements recognizing Musqueam’s Aboriginal rights and strengthening Musqueam’s roles in fisheries, stewardship, and marine emergency management.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-02-20T14:08:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/02/minister-mackinnon-marks-international-day-commemorating-air-crash-victims-and-their-families.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today issued the following statement to mark the International Day Commemorating Air Crash Victims and their Families.

Transport Canada2026-02-20T09:00:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/02/media-availability-for-minister-of-transport-and-leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-to-speak-following-the-council-of-ministers-respo.html

Vancouver (British Columbia) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon and the Minister of Transportation and Transit and Government House Leader for British Columbia, the Honourable Mike Farnworth, along with provincial and territorial counterparts will be available to answer questions from media following the annual meeting of the Council of Ministers Responsible for Transportation and Highway Safety.

Transport Canada2026-02-19T16:00:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/02/minister-of-transport-and-leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-to-speak-at-calgary-chamber-of-commerce-event.html

Calgary (Alberta) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon will highlight federal priorities aimed at strengthening Canada’s transportation system, reinforcing supply chains and supporting the country’s economic growth.

Transport Canada2026-02-17T11:01:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/02/minister-of-transport-and-leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-to-speak-at-winnipeg-chamber-of-commerce-event.html

Winnipeg (Manitoba) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon will highlight federal priorities aimed at strengthening Canada’s transportation system, reinforcing supply chains and supporting the country’s economic growth. Minister MacKinnon will be joined by the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and the Honourable Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, Manitoba.

Transport Canada2026-02-13T14:39:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-honours-victims-of-flight-ps752-six-years-after-tragedy.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, today issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2026-01-08T10:52:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/01/minister-of-transport-and-leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-announces-changes-to-make-boating-safer-for-canadians.html

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced amendments to the Small Vessel Regulations that will modernize Canada's pleasure craft licensing program and database.

Transport Canada2026-01-06T11:16:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/12/minister-of-transport-clears-santa-claus-and-reindeer-for-travel-in-canadian-airspace.html

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, has announced the North Pole’s most famous resident, Santa Claus, and his crew of nine reindeer have passed Transport Canada’s rigorous certification and inspection process. They are officially cleared for travel in Canadian airspace.

Transport Canada2025-12-24T10:04:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/12/minister-of-transport-and-leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-announces-first-time-air-transport-agreement-with-the-republic-of-albania.html

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that Canada has secured a new air transport agreement with the Republic of Albania.

Transport Canada2025-12-15T15:51:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/12/minister-mackinnon-will-tour-the-port-of-vancouver-and-host-a-press-briefing-to-answer-questions-from-the-media.html

Vancouver (British Columbia) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will tour the Port of Vancouver. Minister MacKinnon will be available to answer questions regarding investments at the Port of Vancouver after the tour.

Transport Canada2025-12-15T15:17:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/12/full-speed-ahead-ottawamontreal-chosen-as-starting-point-for-alto-high-speed-rail.html

The Alto High-Speed Rail project will be one of Canada’s largest infrastructure investments in decades. Building the first high-speed rail network in Canada will turbocharge our economy, create well-paying jobs, support Canadian businesses and industry while delivering to Canadians the transportation system deserving of a major economy.

Transport Canada2025-12-12T09:40:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/12/minister-mackinnon-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-the-next-steps-for-alto-high-speed-rail.html

Gatineau (Quebec) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon will make an announcement about the next steps for High-Speed Rail. He will be joined by Martin Imbleau, president and Chief Executive Officer of Alto.

Transport Canada2025-12-11T10:51:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/12/minister-of-transport-and-leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-marks-international-civil-aviation-day.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today issued the following statement to mark International Civil Aviation Day.

Transport Canada2025-12-07T09:00:27-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/12/expanded-air-transport-agreements-with-saudi-arabia-and-the-united-arab-emirates-to-allow-more-passenger-and-cargo-flights.html

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, and the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, announced that Canada has expanded its air transport agreements with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Transport Canada2025-12-01T10:00:22-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/11/canada-re-elected-to-the-international-maritime-organization-council.html

With the longest coastline in the world, and ports of call in the Great Lakes, Saint Lawrence River, Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans, marine and coastal areas are important to the livelihoods and way of life of Canadians.

Transport Canada2025-11-28T13:00:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-announces-1-billion-investment-to-strengthen-the-norths-trade-and-transportation-infrastructure.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, on behalf of Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced the $1 billion Arctic Infrastructure Fund to support dual-use—civilian/community and defence—transportation projects that reinforce Canada's sovereignty, enable regional economic development, and connect Northern and Indigenous communities.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2025-11-21T14:59:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-announces-investments-totalling-6-billion-to-strengthen-canadas-trade-and-transportation-infrastructure.html

Canada’s prosperity depends on infrastructure that allows for efficient, reliable and safe travel. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in trade and transportation that unlock new export opportunities to build a more resilient, diversified economy for all Canadians.

Transport Canada2025-11-21T10:01:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-to-announce-investment-to-strengthen-canadas-trade-and-transportation-infrastructure.html

Brampton (Ontario) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, and the Minister of International Trade, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, will make an announcement at the CN Brampton Yard to highlight federal budget infrastructure investments to build major infrastructure projects.

Transport Canada2025-11-20T11:53:22-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/11/minister-mackinnon-will-visit-the-port-of-trois-rivieres-and-host-a-media-availability-to-discuss-budget-2025.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven Mackinnon will tour the Port of Trois-Rivières. He will be accompanied by Caroline Desrochers, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Member of Parliament for Trois-Rivières. The Minister will be available to answer questions regarding Budget 2025 after the tour.

Transport Canada2025-11-13T14:25:59-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/11/budget-2025-minister-mackinnon-highlights-important-measures-for-the-future-of-the-magdalen-islands-communities.html

Changes in the global trading system are causing massive disruptions and uncertainty for Canadians. The world has changed, and Canada’s economic strategy must change.

Transport Canada2025-11-12T08:14:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/11/minister-mackinnon-to-highlight-federal-budget-investments-in-magdalen-islands.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon will make an announcement at the Îles-de-la-Madeleine Airport to highlight federal budget investments to build major infrastructure projects.

Transport Canada2025-11-11T12:32:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/10/minister-steven-mackinnon-will-meet-with-cadence.html

The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will tour the Gare de Lyon this Friday. During this tour, he will meet members of the Cadence Consortium, which was selected to develop the Alto high-speed train project between Toronto and Quebec City.

Transport Canada2025-10-16T16:02:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/09/transport-canada-announces-funding-to-address-underwater-vessel-noise-impacts-on-marine-mammals0.html

Indigenous communities share ties to Canada’s coasts that span generations. Through the Quiet Vessel Initiative, the Government of Canada is providing funding to coastal Indigenous communities in southern British Columbia to better understand and reduce underwater vessel noise and protect the marine environment.

Transport Canada2025-09-25T13:04:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/09/transport-canada-announces-funding-to-address-underwater-vessel-noise-impacts-on-marine-mammals.html

The Government of Canda recognizes that underwater vessel noise can have a significant impact on marine mammals, including endangered species such as the Southern Resident killer whale.

Transport Canada2025-09-25T13:02:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/leader-government-house-commons/news/2025/09/leader-of-the-government-in-the-house-of-commons-will-speak-about-fall-sitting.html

The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, will speak about the return of the House of Commons.

Leader of the Government in the House of Commons2025-09-12T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/the-government-of-canada-introduces-new-employment-insurance-measures-to-support-canadian-workers-impacted-by-foreign-tariffs.html

The Government of Canada introduces new employment insurance measures to support Canadian workers impacted by foreign tariffs

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-22T18:56:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/helping-40000-more-canadian-students-find-economy-driving-work-placements-sooner.html

Canada needs more workers in every sector to help drive growth and support the resilience the times necessitate. On-the-job training is the simplest and quickest way to do that. By helping more post-secondary students develop career skills, we’re giving them a running start to future employment.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-21T14:17:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/student-work-placement-program-organizations-across-canada.html

Organization: Environmental Careers Organization of Canada (ECO)Funding amount: up to $8,462,052More information: Student Work Placement Program | Environmental Intern Program - ECO Canada

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-21T14:15:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-announces-support-for-up-to-20-pan-canadian-projects-to-increase-social-inclusion-of-seniors-across-the-country.html

Canadians deserve to age with dignity. For many seniors, staying connected and active in their community is a big part of that dignity. Through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP), the federal government funds pan-Canadian and community-based initiatives across Canada that create a significant impact for the social inclusion of seniors in their communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-21T09:00:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/added-essential-talent-and-depth-to-canadas-growing-healthcare-and-construction-sectors.html

Canada is home to the best talent in the world, a growing population, an ambitious building plan and a renewed call to add more resilience into our economy and key sectors—particularly the healthcare and construction sectors.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-20T09:46:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/backgrounder-foreign-credentials-recognition-program0.html

The Government of Canada announced funding of up to $52 million for 16 new projects through the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Program, aimed at strengthening Canada’s healthcare workforce and construction sectors. These initiatives reflect a commitment to support the labour market integration of internationally trained professionals.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-20T09:45:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/new-sectoral-table-will-advise-how-government-can-better-support-the-care-economy.html

The care economy, which encompasses both unpaid and paid care, provides crucial care and support to all generations, including parents, grandparents, children, and many adults who live with disabilities or long-term conditions.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-19T16:00:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/helping-canadian-workers-impacted-by-layoffs-reskill-and-find-work.html

Canada is home to a proud, adaptable and robust social safety net. The Government of Canada has worked with local and sectoral partners to implement measures that expand that net to support even more workers, keep more communities and towns resilient and bridge more impacted Canadians and their families to new opportunities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-19T13:54:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/backgrounder-canada-retraining-and-opportunities-initiative.html

The new Canada Retraining and Opportunities Initiative provides supplemental support to organizations to respond to exceptional situations of mass layoffs that significantly impact their communities, to help workers transition to new jobs.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-19T13:25:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-to-help-skilled-newcomers-fill-labour-gaps-in-key-sectors.html

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, Chris Bittle, will be in Toronto to announce funding to improve foreign credential recognition processes and help internationally trained professionals across the country secure employment in the healthcare and construction sectors.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-19T10:57:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/new-call-for-proposals-to-invest-in-skilled-trades-apprenticeships.html

Skilled trades jobs are essential to ensure our homes, businesses and public spaces are safe, functional and well maintained. The Government of Canada is investing in apprenticeship training to grow a larger, certified, diverse and inclusive trades workforce.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-18T15:36:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/backgrounder-canadian-apprenticeship-strategy-investments-in-training-equipment.html

The Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) aims to support a trades workforce that is skilled, inclusive, certified and productive.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-18T15:35:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/helping-close-to-30000-canadian-workers-pursue-the-jobs-and-opportunities-of-tomorrow.html

The race to decarbonization is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create good-paying jobs, grow our economy and lower harmful emissions. By investing in union training programs and giving tradespeople the green skills required to meet this moment, we are ensuring that Canadian workers play an active role in that race and assume an outsized position in the jobs and opportunities it promises to bring.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-18T10:46:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/backgrounder-sustainable-jobs-stream.html

The Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy (CAS) aims to support a trades workforce that is skilled, inclusive, certified and productive.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-18T10:45:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-to-invest-in-green-training.html

The Minister of Jobs and Families, Steven MacKinnon, will be in Ottawa to announce funding to help equip tradespeople across Canada with high-demand green skills.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-17T10:44:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-announces-new-funding-to-support-seniors-in-the-outaouais.html

Canadians deserve to age with dignity. For many seniors, staying connected and active in their community is a big part of that dignity. Through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP), the federal government funds pan-Canadian and community-based initiatives across Canada that create a significant impact for the social inclusion of seniors in their communities. Through the Age Well at Home (AWAH) initiative, the federal government funds projects to assist seniors in aging at home.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-13T10:45:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/backgrounder---age-well-at-home-initiative.html

The Age Well at Home initiative (AWAH) is a one-time federal grants and contributions initiative.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-13T10:42:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/backgrounder--new-horizons-for-seniors-program.html

The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is a federal grants and contributions program whose goal is to enhance seniors’ social inclusion and ensure they can benefit from, and contribute to, the quality of life in their communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-13T10:42:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/the-government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-seniors-in-the-outaouais-region.html

The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour and Member of Parliament for Gatineau, Steven MacKinnon, will make an announcement to support projects helping seniors in the Outaouais region.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-12T10:32:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-announces-executive-head-of-the-employment-insurance-board-of-appeal.html

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that the Employment Insurance appeals process is easy and client centred. That’s why the Government is moving forward with establishing the Employment Insurance Board of Appeal (EI BOA) to reinstate a tripartite decision-making model comprised of government, worker and employer members. The EI BOA will replace the first level of the appeal process, which is currently heard by the Social Security Tribunal, General Division.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-07T17:34:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/backgrounder-biography-jody-brennan-executive-head-employment-insurance-board-of-appeal.html

Jody Brennan has over three decades of experience working in various public-facing fields, including in the military, teaching, the Canadian public service, and the Alberta Court and Justice Services. Most recently, Jody has spent over half a decade at the Immigration and Refugee Board where she is currently serving as the Assistant Deputy Chairperson on the Refugee Appeal Division.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-07T17:27:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2025/03/fighting-for-canadian-workers-and-businesses.html

Earlier this week, the United States administration imposed unjustified tariffs on Canada, disrupting a successful trading partnership and raising costs for Americans and Canadians alike. As the federal government, we will use every tool at our disposal so Canadian businesses and workers can weather this storm. We will defend Canadian jobs.

Department of Finance Canada2025-03-07T12:19:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/ministers-mackinnon-ng-and-valdez-announce-supports-for-canadian-businesses-and-workers-in-response-to-us-tariffs.html

Ministers MacKinnon, Ng and Valdez announce supports for Canadian businesses and workers in response to U.S. tariffs

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-07T10:29:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-growth-with-support-for-tolerie-outaouais.html

Gatineau business receives $175,000 in financial assistance from CED.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2025-03-07T09:00:00-05:00