Press Release
From: Transport Canada
March 22, 2024
The St. Lawrence Seaway is a critically important trade corridor for key bulk commodities used across Canada and the United States. Nearly 38 million tonnes of cargo moved through the Seaway in 2023. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting this binational waterway’s long-term economic growth and sustainability and reinforcing Canada’s reputation as a reliable and strong trading partner.
Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, and Terence Bowles, President and CEO of the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, announced that they signed an agreement for the Corporation—a not-for-profit organization—to continue managing, maintaining, and operating the Seaway, which it has done since 1998.
This stronger, more modern agreement is one that is in the best interest of Canadians. It includes:
Under this new agreement, the Government of Canada and the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation will continue working together to ensure the Seaway remains a reliable and efficient transportation corridor for domestic and international shipping.
Continuing to invest in a safe, secure, and efficient Seaway will support Canada’s economic health and security and help maintain fluid and resilient global and North American supply chains.
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“The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the Seaway’s long-term economic growth and sustainability. We are working to make maritime trade as efficient and cost-effective as possible so people can get the goods they need, when they need them, at the best possible prices, and to support good, well-paying jobs in Canada.”
The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez
Minister of Transport
“I am thrilled to kick-off the 66th navigation season on the St. Lawrence Seaway with a renewed agreement with the Canadian Government. This 20-year contract will allow us to continue the good work being done to ensure our system remains reliable, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective.”
Terence Bowles
President and CEO
The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation
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Laura Scaffidi
Press Secretary
Office of the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez
Minister of Transport, Ottawa
Laura.Scaffidi@tc.gc.ca
Media Relations
Transport Canada, Ottawa
613-993-0055
media@tc.gc.ca
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