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Sudbury airport CEO has high hopes with Porter

Sudbury airport CEO has high hopes with Porter

Despite a decrease in passenger traffic for 2014, Sudbury Airport CEO Robert Johnston says he's optimistic about 2015. “I think the future is going to be very bright for our airport,” Johnston said.
Deadline nears to save Algoma rail line

Deadline nears to save Algoma rail line

The City of Sault Ste. Marie should know in the new year if it can move forward with a plan to salvage the Algoma Central Rail passenger line that runs between the Sault and Hearst.
Temiskaming chamber, MP to push for Highway 11 four-laning

Temiskaming chamber, MP to push for Highway 11 four-laning

Too many fatal crashes and road closures have spurred the Temiskaming and Area Chamber of Commerce to champion the cause of four-laning the northern stretch of Highway 11.
Restructuring Ontario Northland prepares to pick up steam

Restructuring Ontario Northland prepares to pick up steam

A new “transformational” era has arrived at a reformed Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) and its interim CEO is urging everyone to get on board.
Canadore gets donated chopper airframe

Canadore gets donated chopper airframe

The donation of a Bell 430 helicopter airframe to Canadore College will help train students in the school’s aviation program. Bell Helicopter announced it was donating the frame to the college on Dec. 11.

Manitoulin Global purchases Canfleet

Manitoulin Global Forwarding , a division of the Manitoulin Group of Companies, has purchased Vancouver’s Canfleet Logistics Ltd .
Traffic increase highlight of airport review

Traffic increase highlight of airport review

A discussion about the steady increase in passenger traffic and facility improvements was a highlight of a November strategy session of the Sault Ste. Marie Airport Development Corp.
Toyota recognizes Manitoulin Transport

Toyota recognizes Manitoulin Transport

Toyota Canada has recognized Manitoulin Transport with its 2014 Parts Carrier of the Year Award.
ONR coaches head for shop refurbishment

ONR coaches head for shop refurbishment

After years of political promises, the Polar Bear Express passenger coaches are finally in the Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) shops for some major upgrades. The Crown agency announced Nov.

Transport Canada eases drone regulations

Transport Canada is implementing new rules that will make it easier for operators to use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for work.