Canada can solidify its position as a global trade leader by modernizing infrastructure

Canada’s trade infrastructure, the backbone of its economy, is under mounting strain, but with smart, swift action, it can become a powerhouse of efficiency and resilience.

The Port of Vancouver, pictured. To future-proof trade, we must reinforce ports with stronger defences, fortify bridges and rail lines to withstand extreme conditions, and expand cold-weather shipping in the Great Lakes and Atlantic, writes Hossein Bonakdari.Photograph courtesy of Flickr/Ted McGrath

Opinion

BY HOSSEIN BONAKDARI

March 31, 2025

Water-related risks pose a growing threat to Canada’s trade infrastructure, disrupting supply chains and imposing significant economic losses across key sectors. Industries such as manufacturing, energy, and agriculture, which rely heavily on stable water supply and transp...

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