Large ports certainly play a critical role in import and export, container terminals and bulk liquids and solids.
Medium-sized ports also play a critical role. These multi-purpose ports are very versatile. They complement the primary transportation axes. For example, they handle general cargo and wind turbine components. We know that major projects are in the works in Quebec, and port infrastructure will be needed to receive those components. Medium-sized ports have to be versatile. Their infrastructure has to be up to date, and the wharves need adequate bearing capacity. They also need improved environmental management to better support all of the major projects in the works, not only in the province but across the country.