Quebec City – Canada’s ports play a crucial role in connecting communities, promoting trade, and growing our economy. Canadians are seeing the effects of climate change, and that’s why we’re building a green economy, establishing green shipping corridors and reducing emissions at our ports.
The Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, Jean-Yves Duclos, on behalf of the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, Anita Anand, announced up to $30 million for three projects based in Quebec. This funding, provided under the Green Shipping Corridor Program, will help reduce the environmental impacts of the marine sector. This funding will:
- invest in the electrification of cargo ships;
- prioritize shore power technology to reduce emissions; and
- help accelerate the launch of the next generation of clean ships.
The Green Shipping Corridor Program is part of Canada’s strategy to decarbonize the marine sector. Transport Canada collaborates with industry stakeholders, coastal communities, Indigenous partners, and environmental organizations to create a cleaner, sustainable future for maritime transport.
Investing in clean port operations supports economic growth and job creation in Quebec’s maritime sector, while ensuring cleaner air and water for Quebec’s residents. With these projects, the Government of Canada is taking meaningful steps towards building sustainable supply chains, climate resilience, and a thriving, greener economy for all.
“The Port of Quebec plays a vital role in our economy, creating good, well-paying jobs in the Quebec region, and opening us up to the international markets of our American allies and the world. Today’s announcement will help strengthen the maritime sector and reduce its impact on the environment.” – Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada and Quebec Lieutenant
“It’s now more important than ever to protect our planet and build a greener economy for Quebecers and Canadians. By investing in green technologies at our ports, we’re reducing emissions, supporting sustainable jobs, promoting economic growth, and setting a new standard for environmental stewardship in Quebec’s maritime sector.” – Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport