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The National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) has welcomed an announcement by the Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, launching the review of the Canada Transportation Act.
“The NACC member airlines are committed to working with the federal government in the ongoing development of forward-looking policies that ensure the future of a safe and secure, environmentally responsible and cost-competitive air travel sector in Canada” said Marc-André O’Rourke, executive director of the NACC.
The air transportation sector in Canada plays a vital role in the country’s economic growth and prosperity. This role is especially important in Canada, due to the size of our country and our linkages to many international markets. Our airlines facilitate business, trade and tourism, serve as a major source of jobs, investment opportunities and tax revenue, and are vital to the success of many other industries across Canada.
Recently, a study by the Conference Board of Canada found that aviation contributes nearly $35 billion to Canada’s GDP and supports more than 140,000 direct jobs across the country. The report also pointed out that the industry could garner even greater economic benefits with the proper policy support.
“We look forward to actively participating in the CTA Review Panel’s consultations to ensure that Canada’s air transportation system maximizes its full job creation and economic growth potential” added O’Rourke.
