Who handles transportation?
Transportation
Transportation is shared across all levels based on scope: federal handles interprovincial and international (air, rail, marine), provinces manage highways and transit funding, and municipalities operate local transit.
⚠️ Shared Jurisdiction: This area involves multiple levels of government. The information below shows the primary responsibility at each level, but overlap is common. When in doubt, start with the level most directly related to your issue.
Federal
Parliament of Canada
- ● Air transportation regulation (Transport Canada)
- ● Rail safety and regulation
- ● Marine transportation and ports
- ● Interprovincial and international transport
💡 Example: Contact Transport Canada about air or rail concerns, or your MP about transportation policy.
Provincial
Provincial Legislature
- ● Provincial highways and maintenance
- ● Public transit funding and planning
- ● Driver licensing and vehicle registration
- ● Provincial road safety standards
💡 Example: Contact your provincial transportation ministry about highway concerns.
Municipal
City / Town Hall
- ● Local public transit operations
- ● Road maintenance and repairs
- ● Traffic management and signals
- ● Cycling and pedestrian infrastructure
💡 Example: Report road issues through 311, or contact your councillor about transit service.
Quick Reference — Who to Contact
🏛️ Federal
Your Member of Parliament (MP)
🏢 Provincial
Your MPP, MLA, or MNA
🏘️ Municipal
Your City Councillor
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