Priorities & Actions

Priorities & Actions for Improved Transportation

To address the access, capacity, and efficiency gaps that exist in our transportation infrastructure, the following actions must take place:

Goal 2.1   Build strong relationships with key transportation alliances that provide access to and from our province to meet the demand for affordable, accessible, and quality transportation

Actions:

►       Work in partnership with government and key industry stakeholders to implement ‘Air Access Strategy’ recommendations with the aim to improve service, and build frequency and capacity to Newfoundland and Labrador.

►       Advocate for federal funds to enable Marine Atlantic ferry services to make significant improvements towards affordable, efficient, and higher quality access.

►       Work with government to make the internal ferry system a pleasurable experience for all users.

►       Continue to work in partnership with key transportation partners to implement cooperative marketing programs for air and ferry access.

Goal 2.2   Ensure efficient and easy travel in, and around, the province

Actions:

►      Improve general directional signage and implement tourist-oriented directional signage (TODS).

►      Ensure way-finding technology, such as Global Positioning Systems (GPS) is utilized.

►      Address the issue of car rental capacity and limited ground transportation services.