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Gary Anandasangaree, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism and Member of Parliament for Scarborough–Rouge Park, on behalf of the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, visited Moosonee Airport and Timmins Victor M. Power Airport to highlight the recent completion of safety improvement projects that were funded through Transport Canada’s Airports Capital Assistance Program.
Moosonee Airport (pictured) received funding through Transport Canada’s Airports Capital Assistance Program to rehabilitate Runway 06-24 and Taxiway A. Wikimedia Commons Photo
At the Moosonee Airport, $7.6 million was provided to rehabilitate and update Runway 06-24 and Taxiway A. Well-maintained runways, taxiways and aprons that are kept clear of ice and snow are key to ensuring safe usage by aircraft, passengers, and crews, and help protect costly airport assets, such as snow clearing equipment and aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles, during airport operations.
Timmins Victor M. Power Airport received $63,840 to replace a material spreader, which will assist with the essential clearing of ice and snow from runways, taxiways and the apron.
“The Moosonee Airport and Timmins Victor M. Power Airport are important hubs for residents and businesses in this region of Northern Ontario,” said Anandasangaree. “The updated runway and taxiway, and new equipment helps ensure continued safe operations for flights, passengers, crews and employees, while supporting regional economic development.”
“The Government of Canada recognizes the important role played by Canada’s local airports in supporting jobs and tourism, enabling investment and facilitating trade,” said Garneau. “Our investments are helping airports increase safety and accessibility for residents and travellers, while supporting the continued growth of local and regional economies.”
