An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential for our economy. With the National Trade Corridors Fund (NTCF), the Government of Canada invests in making supply chains more efficient, reducing trade barriers, and directly contributes to the growth of businesses to create the economic opportunities of the future.
On May 31, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced up to $51.2 million for 19 digital infrastructure projects under the National Trade Corridors Fund. By supporting the use of innovative technologies for stronger supply chains, the Government of Canada is ensuring that goods move faster and cheaper, making life more affordable for Canadians.
This commitment represents strong collaboration with stakeholders across the country on important digital projects to better address transportation bottlenecks, vulnerabilities, and congestion along Canada’s ports. By strategically investing in our supply chains, the Government of Canada is paving the way for sustained growth, creating opportunities for businesses to thrive domestically and compete on the global stage.
“Strong supply chains help make the cost of living more affordable for Canadians. This technological innovation will help make supply chains faster and more resilient. With these investments, we’re making sure crucial knowledge and information can be shared and acted on for the benefit of Canadian consumers, workers and businesses.” – The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez,
Minister of Transport
Investment in New Intelligent Vehicle Management System at HOPA Ports
As part of this cross-Canada announcement, Minister Rodriguez announced funding for a new Intelligent Vehicle Management System at HOPA’s port facilities.
The project will use AI-enabled technology to monitor the number and type of trucks, how they are entering and exiting the port, and how long they are queuing. “This will give us the information we need to make operational improvements like creating staging areas and improving scheduling,” said HOPA Ports President & CEO, Ian Hamilton. “Data is a powerful resource that can help us improve supply chains and the environmental performance of our transportation system. We are grateful for the collaboration of Transport Canada in helping us launch this future-minded initiative.”
The implementation of the $512,354 project is expected to kick off in 2024, funded on a 50/50 basis by HOPA Ports and the NTCF program.
