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The Manitoba government is providing $36.4 million over two years to the Arctic Gateway Group (AGG) for infrastructure projects at the Port of Churchill. The funding is intended to help expand international trade and create jobs in northern Manitoba.
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The money supports AGG’s plans to develop the port and rail system, increase traffic, and attract private investment in agriculture, mining, fertilizer, and resupply industries. Planned work includes wharf repairs and upgrades to the freight warehouse.
This is expected to strengthen connections between northern communities and support Indigenous economic leadership. Reliable rail service is essential for the region, ensuring goods and resources can move efficiently. The improvements will also create new mining and mineral development opportunities, helping Indigenous communities gain skills and jobs.
Manitoba is an inland maritime province well-positioned to ship commodities, minerals, and natural resources. Expanding the Port of Churchill will help grow the northern economy, support trade with Europe, and strengthen Canada’s presence in the Arctic. AGG, which operates the port, is owned by 41 First Nation and Bayline communities through the OneNorth partnership. The funding supports ongoing efforts to enhance Churchill’s role as a key trade hub.
In August 2024, AGG and Hudbay Minerals successfully shipped a 10,000-tonne shipment of zinc concentrate through the port, establishing Churchill as a northern trade route for critical minerals. The new funding builds on previous commitments to restore rail service and improve regional infrastructure.
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