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By Alice McFarlane

Port of Churchill

Port of Churchill, rail lines receive funding

Feb 6, 2025 | 2:57 PM

The federal and Manitoba governments are teaming up to provide nearly $80 million at the Port of Churchill.

Manitoba’s portion is $36.4 million over two years and will go to the Arctic Gateway Group (AGG) for capital infrastructure projects at the Port of Churchill that will expand international trade and create jobs for northerners.

Premier Wab Kinew said Churchill presents huge opportunities when it comes to mining, agriculture and energy.

“Our government’s investments are fueling northern Manitoba’s economy, increasing international trade and unlocking new economic opportunities for all Manitobans,” he said. “These new investments will build up Manitoba’s economic strength and open our province to new trading opportunities.”

The investment will support AGG’s port and rail development vision and plan to expand traffic diversification and growth opportunities and attract private investment partners from the agriculture, mining, fertilizer and resupply sectors.

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Planned works include wharf repairs and freight warehouse upgrades.

Terry Duguid, minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada said it’s about keeping northern communities connected, strengthening Indigenous economic leadership and positioning Manitoba as a key player in the global critical minerals market.

“Reliable affordable rail service is essential for the North and these investments will ensure it remains a lifeline for communities and businesses. At the same time, we’re creating new opportunities in mining and mineral development – helping Indigenous communities build skills, secure good jobs and drive economic growth,” Duguid said.

The AGG is a subsidiary company of OneNorth, a partnership of 41 First Nation and Bayline communities in Manitoba.

AGG CEO Chris Avery said it values its ongoing partnership with the Province of Manitoba and HudBay Minerals to export Western Canada’s vast resources to international markets.

“The upcoming shipping season will see us double the volume of critical minerals that will be shipped to internationally markets from the Port of Churchill,” Avery added. “As a locally owned and operated Canadian organization, AGG will continue to step up and support working people, creating regional opportunities and diversifying the supply chain networks of this province and country.”

In August 2024, AGG and Hudbay Minerals Inc. piloted a successful 10,000-tonne zinc concentrate export shipment through the port.

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alice.mcfarlane@pattisonmedia.com

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