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Government of Canada Invests over $23.5 Million to Strengthen B.C. Airports and Keep Communities Connected

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Canadians, businesses, and visitors rely on safe and well-maintained airports to stay connected and keep people and goods moving. Local and regional airports are vital links for rural and remote communities, supporting access to health care, emergency response services, business opportunities, and essential travel.

August 26, 2026         Prince Rupert (British Columbia)         Transport Canada 

Canadians, businesses, and visitors rely on safe and well-maintained airports to stay connected and keep people and goods moving. Local and regional airports are vital links for rural and remote communities, supporting access to health care, emergency response services, business opportunities, and essential travel.

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $23.5 million through Transport Canada's Airports Capital Assistance Program to support critical infrastructure improvements at six airports across British Columbia.

The funding will support projects that enhance airport safety and reliability, helping ensure these airports can continue providing safe and efficient air transportation services for passengers, air operators, and the communities they serve. 

  • $3,756,600 to rehabilitate airfield lighting.

    • Northern Rockies Regional (Fort Nelson) Airport 

  • $552,600 to replace runway approach lighting.
  • $10,852,330 to improve airfield pavement and drainage.
  • $3,624,612 to rehabilitate airfield electrical equipment.
  • $3,396,100 to rehabilitate the runway, taxiway, and apron.
  • $1,349,057 upgrade and replace electrical infrastructure.

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