Calgary International Airport Welcomes Transport Minister’s Announcement of almost $57.5M

The Calgary Airport Authority welcomes the announcement by the Honorable Omar Alghabra, Canada’s federal minister of transport, that the government will provide close to $57.5 million in funding for the west runway rehabilitation project at YYC. The funding comes from Transport Canada’s Airport Critical Infrastructure Program.

“Our west runway is a critical piece of YYC infrastructure. It plays a huge role in the significant contributions we make by way of connections, GDP and jobs to the economy.” said Bob Sartor, president and CEO, The Calgary Airport Authority. “The rehabilitation project will ensure YYC is able to meet the demands of passenger and cargo traffic over the next 40 years.”

YYC Calgary International Airport saw a year over year increase of 17 percent in cargo volumes at the end of June 2021, and domestic passenger volumes double for the same period.

“This investment reinforces our role as a vital hub well positioned to contribute to the economic growth of the region, especially as many plan for a safe and secure return to travel. We appreciate the willingness of the federal government to engage with us to ensure the west runway rehabilitation project is partially funded through this program,” Sartor said.