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Canada at the Crossroads of the Waters: Asserting Our Maritime Sovereignty, from the Great Lakes to the St. Lawrence and the Arctic
As Canada sets its sights on doubling exports beyond the United States, a logistical reality cannot be ignored: to compete on the world stage, we cannot limit ourselves to rethinking our land-based infrastructure. Canada's commercial merchant fleet must be recognized and supported for what it is: a critical and indispensable piece of transportation infrastructure. Canada must be able to count on a high-performing, modern national fleet, supported by a favourable regulatory fr
Jun 302 min read
Canada’s Merchant Fleet: A Strategic Asset for Economic Sovereignty
[Opinion Letter] The annual general meeting held this spring was an opportunity to take stock of a landmark year for the St. Lawrence Ship Operators. It confirmed the essential role of our association in representing, convening, and promoting domestic marine shipping — and laid the groundwork for a 2026 that promises to be equally significant.
Jun 32 min read
Diversify markets with our blue highway
Quebec's maritime industry is called upon to participate in the diversification of markets brought about by the global geopolitical situation « ... »
May 53 min read
Ottawa urged to invest in the “blue highway”
The Chamber of Marine Commerce, the Ontario Marine Council, the St. Lawrence Economic Development Council, Algoma Central Corporation, Canada Steamship Lines (CSL), Groupe Desgagnés, and Groupe NEAS are the co-signatories of an opinion letter.
Together, they are calling on the federal government to "use its $5 billion Trade Diversification Corridors Fund to invest in the marine transportation corridor, Canada's commercial fleet, and key ports."
Dec 17, 20253 min read
To build the nation, Ottawa must unlock the full potential of the St. Lawrence–Great Lakes corridor
[Lettre d'opinion conjointe] Le corridor du Saint-Laurent et des Grands Lacs représente un des actifs économiques les plus importants du point de vue stratégique en Amérique du Nord, alors qu’il apporte 66,1 milliards de dollars dans l’économie nord-américaine et contribue à soutenir presque 360 000 emplois. Malgré tout, nous ne sommes pas encore parvenus à réaliser le potentiel véritable de ce conduit unique et stratégique pour le commerce intérieur et transfrontalier.
Nov 11, 20252 min read
St. Lawrence–Great Lakes transportation industry leaders summit: an urgent call to defend the corridor’s strategic interests
[Joint press release] The St. Lawrence–Great Lakes maritime corridor is the logistical and industrial backbone of North America, connecting hundreds of millions of consumers, some of the continent's most dynamic manufacturing hubs, and international markets. As a strategic trade gateway between Canada and the United States, it is essential to North America's economic security and supply chain resilience.
Oct 2, 20252 min read
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