Released on October 24, 2016
Today, Highways and Infrastructure Minister David Marit officially proclaimed October 21 to 28 as Aviation and Aerospace Week in Saskatchewan — highlighting its important role in the province.“The aviation industry contributes to our growing economy and quality of life in many ways,” Marit said. “It provides jobs and connects our northern communities to the rest of the province by providing safe and timely transportation. Some of our largest industries, like mining, energy and agriculture, use air transportation to meet their business needs.”
Air travel provides northern communities access to jobs and services such as the justice system and health care like providing residents with air ambulances to transport critically-ill patients quickly. It is also essential during times of crisis to evacuate communities during forest fires and floods.
“We appreciate the provincial government recognizing the importance of the air transportation industry,” Saskatchewan Aviation Council President Janet Keim said. “Having a week dedicated to our industry gives us the opportunity to highlight how our industry contributes to Saskatchewan’s economic and social development.”
The Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure owns, operates and maintains 17 airports in northern Saskatchewan. The ministry also enhances the air transportation system through the Community Airport Partnership (CAP) Program. The government has invested $5.7 million into 36 locally-owned airports through the CAP Program since 2007.
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For more information, contact:
Brandy Leippi
Highways and Infrastructure
Regina
Phone: 306-787-8484
Email: brandy.leippi@gov.sk.ca