Canada Government Invests Tender

The quality of Canadas transportation infrastructure and the efficiency of the countrys trade corridors are key to the success of Canadian companies in the global marketplace. The Government of Canada invests in infrastructure projects that create quality middle-class jobs and support economic growth.Today the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for MonctonRiverviewDieppe and the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade and Member of Parliament for Beausjour on behalf of the Honourable Marc Garneau Minister of Transport announced a major investment of 8.34 million to increase cargo operational infrastructure at the Greater Moncton Romo LeBlanc International Airport and move Canadian goods to international markets more efficiently.The project includesExpanding Apron 8 to accommodate more cargo flights without affecting passenger aircraft trafficExpanding the de-icing pad to allow for de-icing of cargo aircraft and passenger aircraftA new de-icing fluid management system to comply with environmental regulations andOverhauling and reconstructing the road connecting the airport apron to cold storage and cargo staging facilities.These investments will have important economic and employment benefits for the region by creating an estimated 140 jobs in the region during construction and supporting increased exports of Canadian products such as live and fresh seafood.The Government of Canada is supporting infrastructure projects that contribute most to Canadas success in international trade. Trade diversification is a key component of the National Trade Corridors Fund through projects thatimprove the performance of the transportation system to increase the value and volume of goods exported from Canada to overseas markets andgenerate new overseas trade as a result of the investment.QuotesThe Greater Moncton Romo LeBlanc International Airport is a key factor in the growth of the Moncton economy. I am thrilled this project is going ahead. The improvements to our airport announced today will create more options for cargo aircraft and help businesses get more products to market. This investment in Monctons airport demonstrates the Government of Canadas commitment to Monctons growth. This investment recognizes how much our airport contributes to the prosperity of Moncton and Canada.The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for MonctonRiverviewDieppeThe Greater Moncton Romo LeBlanc International Airport is an important economic generator for our province. Upgrading its critical infrastructure helps eliminate bottlenecks and capacity issues to ensure that we continue to meet the needs of the Moncton area as well as the incredible cargo growth were now experiencing.The Honourable Dominic LeBlancMinister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade and Member of Parliament for BeausjourOur government is investing in Canadas economy by making improvements to our trade and transportation corridors. We are supporting projects to efficiently move goods to market and people to their destinations stimulate economic growth create quality middle-class jobs and ensure that Canadas transportation networks remain competitive and efficient.The Honourable Marc GarneauMinister of Transport