In the News

Here you will find links to the latest Transport Canada news releases and advisories related to acts and regulations.

For a full listing of Transport Canada News Releases and Advisories please visit the Transport Canada Media Room.

News Releases / Media Advisories

2013

• May 30, 2013 - Harper Government moves to a more efficient rail freight service
  Statutory Authority: Canada Transportation Act
• March 18, 2013 - Harper government announces first steps towards World-Class Tanker Safety System
  Statutory Authority: Canada Shipping Act, 2001
• February 14, 2013 - Canada strengthens vehicle safety standards
  Statutory Authority: Motor Vehicle Safety Act

2012

• December 27, 2012 - Canada ratifies the Cape Town Convention and Aircraft Protocol
  Statutory Authority: International Interests in Mobile Equipment (aircraft equipment) Act
• December 11, 2012 - The Harper government moves to strengthen rail freight service
  Statutory Authority: Canada Transportation Act
• October 18, 2012 - Government of Canada introduces navigation law amendments
  Statutory Authority: Canada Marine Act, Canada Shipping Act, 2001, Harbour Commissions Act*, Highway 30 Completion Bridges Act*, Navigable Waters Protection Act, Railway Safety Act, Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada Act*
• October 18, 2012 - New Detroit River International Crossing one step closer
  Statutory Authority: Bridge To Strengthen Trade Act, International Bridges and Tunnels Act
• August 1, 2012 - Harper Government introduces Administrative Monetary Penalties Regulations to support the International Bridges and Tunnels Act
  Statutory Authority: International Bridges and Tunnels Act
• July 4, 2012 - Harper government takes action to enhance air safety
  Statutory Authority: Aeronautics Act
• May 17, 2012 - Harper Government announces that Canadians can cross Canada–US border with a rental vehicle from the United States
  Statutory Authority: Motor Vehicle Safety Act
• January 4, 2012 - Government of Canada moves to streamline aviation security regulations
  Statutory Authority: Aeronautics Act