Canada
United States, Canada and Finland Sign Icebreaker Pact
The United States, Canada and Finland have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to formally begin designing and constructing polar icebreakers. In July, the three countries announced the creation of... Read More
Combating Aquatic Invasive Species
Upgrading Canada’s Ballast Water Treatment Regulation Plans In light of the numerous problems created by aquatic invasive species (AIS), Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has spoken out about this on... Read More
Joining forces is imperative for tackling marine labour shortages
Twenty years ago, when I was a journalist working in newspapers, economists and various other experts were sounding the alarm about impending skills and labour shortages coming down the pipeline... Read More
HOPA Ports Celebrates Facilities Expansions
For the second year in a row, the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers have named the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA) as a top employer for the Hamilton-Niagara region. With... Read More
Preparing For The Unknown: Seaway, Port Officials Welcome First Ships Of 2022 Navigation Season
With the COVID-19 pandemic seeming to ebb, seaway and port officials are cautiously optimistic about the 2022 season. “It’s amazing how each navigation season has its own character and its... Read More