Video: The Impact of Transportation Costs on Life and Work in Unama’ki – Cape Breton – May 2024May 14, 2024

This session was recorded on May 6, 2024, and explores the impact of transportation costs on goods and services; how diversifying our transportation systems can help lower these costs, benefitting both local and broader markets; and how better transportation can support manufacturing. By working together, these sectors can create more jobs and sustainable growth in our region.

The session included a Panel Discussion and a Town Hall Discussion. Panel Discussion: “Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s Transportation Systems” Town Hall Discussion: “How does the transportation system affect your business and community?”

The session was co-hosted by the Cape Breton Partnership, Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce, Scotia Rail Development Society, Cape Breton University, Port of Sydney, and JA Douglas McCurdy Sydney Airport.

Thanks to Seaside Communications – @SeasideCommunications for arranging and making available this recording, originally airing on Seaside’s Community Channel.

*Disclaimer: This session occurred on May 6, 2024, and included information that was accurate as of the time of presentation. As circumstances and projects continue, there may be a variety of details and pieces of information that will deviate from the information in this recording.