The Federal Government is pouring money into safety investments at the Thunder Bay International Airport.
Through Transport Canada’s Airports Capital Assistance Program (ACAP) almost $12.5 million is being committed to help with four projects:
- $2,255,729 to purchase two aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles
- $8,518,040 for rehabilitation of airside surfaces and lighting and electrical systems
- $1,662,055 to construct runway end safety areas for Runways 07-25 and 12-30
- $33,750 to install airside LED guidance signs
“The Thunder Bay International Airport is a critical hub for people in Thunder Bay and the region, connecting us to the rest of the country and the world,” said Thunder Bay-Superior North MP Patty Hajdu. “This investment will ensure our airport can keep on serving our region, helping Northwestern Ontarians get to work, medical services and more.”
For 2021-2022, Transport Canada has allocated funding to 63 airports for 86 safety-related projects.
“This is welcome news that will help ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of the Thunder Bay International Airport,” remarked Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP Marcus Powlowski. “Thunder Bay has always been a hub for regional transportation, and coming out this pandemic we need to ensure that our city is prepared to meet the transportation challenges of the future.”
