Government promises

Require that travellers on interprovincial trains, commercial flights, cruise ships and other federally-regulated vessels be vaccinated.

Ensure that COVID-19 vaccination is prioritized for workers in federally regulated transportation sector.

Launch a procurement process and move forward with the High Frequency Rail project in the Toronto to Quebec City corridor using electrified technology.

Advance the restart of a competitive and viable air sector.

Strengthen air passenger rights.

Accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies, including right touch travel, to rebuild public confidence and future prospects of the air sector.

Improve the affordability and accelerate the adoption of zero-emission vehicles, including used vehicles, by Canadian households and businesses.

Develop a strategy to decarbonize emission-intensive on-road freight.

Support global efforts to reduce emissions in the air and marine sectors.

Advance the Safer Skies Initiative.

Pursue reforms to the International Civil Aviation Organization’s accident investigation regime.

In partnership with Indigenous Peoples, implement commitments made under the Oceans Protection Plan and launch the next phase to deliver marine safety systems, increase protection for marine species and ecosystems, and create stronger partnerships while strengthening marine research and science.

Advance measures that further improve the safety and security of Canada’s rail system, particularly in light of the impacts of climate change and severe weather on railway operations.

Work with provinces, territories, and willing municipalities on solutions to allow them a greater role in managing and regulating boating on their lakes and rivers.

Complete the Ports Modernization Review.

Work toward the rapid completion of the Lac-Mégantic bypass.

Complete negotiations to repatriate and rehabilitate the Quebec Bridge.

Reduce and prevent supply chain bottlenecks in Canada’s transportation networks through the National Trade Corridors Fund and legislative and regulatory authorities.

Reinforce railway safety.