Winnipeg – Strong and resilient supply chains are vital to keeping communities connected and establishing an economy that benefits all Canadians.
On behalf of the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, the Minister of Northern Affairs, Dan Vandal, and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, Ben Carr, announced a new investment of up to $19.4 million for the Unlocking Canada’s Air Cargo Potential project at Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. This commitment will improve trade fluidity and increase cargo volumes for the airport. The construction of a new storage facility will include space for cold storage and perishable goods and will increase the airport’s overall cargo capacity.
The project involves:
- apron expansion;
- relocating current tenants;
- site preparation;
- demolishing vacant assets;
- constructing the air cargo facility;
- performing associated civil work.
This investment will provide additional export capacity, enhanced trade flows, as well as improved accessibility and affordability of goods in Canadian remote and Northern communities. The Government of Canada continues to invest to make the country’s supply chain stronger, to boost economic growth and to create more opportunities for our businesses to grow internationally. This represents another long-term commitment to work with stakeholders on important infrastructure projects to address transportation bottlenecks, vulnerabilities, and congestion along Canada’s trade corridors.
“By investing $19.4 million for the Winnipeg Richardson International Airport, we’re strengthening our supply chain, and that ultimately benefits all Canadians. We’re taking action to make trade more fluid for all parts of the country by making sure our critical infrastructure is up to the task.” – Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport