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St. Lawrence Seaway kicks off new season amid trade uncertainty

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Three billion tonnes of cargo have been transported via the St. Lawrence Seaway since its inception in 1959 (Photo Courtesy of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System).
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The St. Lawrence Seaway will be celebrating its 67 navigation season amid the ongoing trade war with the United States.

The opening of the canal marks what is already shaping up to be an uncertain year when it comes to trade.

The binational seaway system is a vital part of the North American supply chain and is made up of 15 locks, 13 Canadian and two American.

It supports over $66 billion in economic activity, along with over 300,000 jobs on both sides of the border.

The 2024 navigation season saw about 37 million tonnes of goods shipped via the seaway, including grain, potash and steel.

The opening ceremony for the new navigation season is set to take place at the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre Tuesday at 10 a.m.

READ MORE: Port Colborne to celebrate opening of Welland Canal on Monday

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