Thompson Regional Airport

The Thompson Regional Airport is critical to the economic resilience and well being of Indigenous communities in northern Manitoba and western Nunavut. The redevelopment of the airport is essential to their quality of life, and for increasing economic and business opportunities in the region. I am proud that with the support of the CIB and Infrastructure Canada announced today, northern citizens will continue to have access to a reliable, modern air transportation service for years to come.

Airport services are critical for northern Manitoban communities. This redevelopment project is an important step in ensuring Thompson, an economic hub in northern Manitoba, continues to have access to passenger and cargo transportation. We are pleased to support this project, and the Manitoba Government will continue to work in collaboration with all levels of government and communities to make sure northern Manitobans have access to the services they need.

It is my privilege on behalf of the 11 Nations of Keewatin Tribal Council, and as a founding member of the TRAA, to acknowledge and witness this project come to fruition. This project represents a major achievement not only for the City of Thompson but the entire region. Collaborating with the CIB and the Province of Manitoba has been instrumental in securing funds to re-develop the airport infrastructure which will have an enormous impact on the quality of life for all residents within the region. This infrastructure will serve the region for accessibility to health care, goods and services, justice, education, sports and recreation.

Thompson is the Hub of the North, serving a region of 65,000 people. Northern Manitobans rely on the Thompson Regional Airport to travel to and from the City of Thompson for work, education, shopping, tourism and health care. This historic investment in important northern infrastructure is great news for the airport, for Thompson and for the north.

This is a historic event that will leave a lasting legacy in northern Manitoba. The support provided by the Canada Infrastructure Bank, the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund and the Province of Manitoba shows a significant commitment to ensuring Thompson remains a regional hub for the economic and social well being of all northern citizens and will lay the foundations to look after future generations to come.

The Thompson Chamber of Commerce, supported by its members, know of the opportunities that exist throughout northern Manitoba and the northern territories. The new airport terminal building at the Thompson Regional Airport will create an even brighter future facilitating the flow of freight, passengers and tourists as well as improving the accessibility and image of the entire north. Thank you to the Canada Infrastructure Bank, the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund and the Province of Manitoba for their confidence in recognizing and supporting the future of the north.

Thompson Regional Airport is a regional asset for transportation of people, goods and services. The airport plays a vital role in medical, Justice, education, tourism and economic development for Thompson, surrounding Indigenous communities and northern Manitoba residents and visitors.