Trade development

• Canada Marine Act - address need for greater financing flexibility for ports
• Trade Corridors - develop national strategy and action plan
• Infrastructure - establish marine program to address existing infrastructure needs and introduce new measures to meet longer term systemic demands

Marine services

• Eliminate Coast Guard marine service fees
• Modernize navigation services
• Provide funding for maritime security

Environmental sustainability

• Remove barriers to shortsea shipping
• Promote marine sustainability initiatives
• Fund R&D for new technology
• Consult with industry to develop clean air and water strategies (see Green Marine)
• Adopt international standards and regulations for air emissions