09/15/2026
Prime Minister Mark Carney says the federal government plans to bring private capital into the operations and growth of Canada’s biggest airports through long-term concessions.
✈️ The airports involved are:
• Toronto Pearson
• Vancouver International
• Montréal-Trudeau
• Calgary International
But there is an important distinction: Ottawa says it will retain ownership of the underlying land and assets.
💰 The government expects the deals could raise tens of billions of dollars, which Carney says would be reinvested into infrastructure across Canada.
The move is already attracting debate.
Supporters say private investment could bring much-needed capital and expertise to airports, particularly as air travel is expected to grow significantly over the next decade.
Critics, however, are raising concerns about what private operation could mean for passenger costs, airport fees, workers and where future airport revenues ultimately go.
What do you think? Should Canada bring private investment into major public infrastructure if it means more money for new projects, or should airports remain entirely under the current model? 👇
Source: CBC News
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