10/22/2026
A major investment in New Brunswick’s trade infrastructure! The Government of Canada is investing $254 million in the Saint John Trade Corridor, with additional contributions from the Government of New Brunswick and other project partners bringing the total investment to nearly half a billion dollars.
These upgrades will strengthen connections to national and international markets, increase port capacity and help New Brunswick businesses reach customers around the world. As Canada looks to diversify its trade relationships, investments like this will help solidify New Brunswick's position as a competitive partner in global trade.
A major investment in the Saint John Region’s future.
The Government of Canada has announced $254 million to increase trade capacity in the Saint John Trade Corridor, strengthening the infrastructure that connects our region, our province and Canadian businesses to markets around the world. This investment will optimize port operations and develop trade-enabling transportation infrastructure, including the:
➡️ Expansion and upgrade of port warehouses.
➡️ Establishment of a new Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) container examination facility.
➡️ Dredging and rehabilitation of marine infrastructure to improve operations.
➡️ Stabilization of the Bayshore Rail Terminal shoreline to protect the only rail access to Port Saint John.
➡️ An upgrade of 103 km of New Brunswick Southern Railway track with continuously welded rail.
➡️ Reconstruction of Simms Corner to separate rail and road traffic, improving safety and reducing delays.
Investments like this help position the Saint John Region for continued economic growth, new opportunities and greater global connections.
For more information, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/10/the-government-of-canada-invests-254-million-to-support-trade-diversification-and-increase-trade-capacity-in-the-saint-john-trade-corridor.html
