The Chamber of Marine Commerce

The Chamber of Marine Commerce The Chamber of Marine Commerce is a bi-national association that represents more than 100 marine indu Lawrence, Coastal and Arctic regions.

The Chamber advocates for safe, sustainable, harmonized and competitive policy and regulation that recognizes the marine transportation system's significant advantages in the Great Lakes, St.

CMC welcomes Ontario’s investment of more than $2.8 million in strategic port infrastructure at Thunder Bay and Marathon...
06/16/2026

CMC welcomes Ontario’s investment of more than $2.8 million in strategic port infrastructure at Thunder Bay and Marathon. These investments will strengthen supply chains, support trade, and reinforce the vital role marine transportation plays in Canada’s economy ⚓

Congratulations to CMC member Port of Thunder Bay on securing funding to expand Keefer Terminal, enhancing cargo capacity and strengthening its role as a key gateway for Canadian trade. We also applaud Premier Doug Ford FordNation and the Ontario Government for their continued support of marine transportation and the infrastructure that drives jobs, competitiveness, and economic growth 🚢

Watch: https://heyor.ca/aPb8Uc

CMC's Senior Director of Regulatory and Environmental Affairs, Paul Topping, is pictured with David Bolduc, President an...
06/16/2026

CMC's Senior Director of Regulatory and Environmental Affairs, Paul Topping, is pictured with David Bolduc, President and CEO of Green Marine International 🌱

Paul was pleased to attend and speak at Green Marine's GreenTech 2026 conference in Quebec City last week, themed "Shaping Maritime Sustainability" ⚓

Thank you to Green Marine for hosting such a meaningful conference and for bringing together leaders and innovators committed to advancing sustainability across the maritime industry.

Thank you to the Port of Johnstown team for hosting the CMC for an insightful tour and visit last week! ⚓ 👏 As one of th...
06/15/2026

Thank you to the Port of Johnstown team for hosting the CMC for an insightful tour and visit last week! ⚓ 👏

As one of the very few municipally owned ports in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway system, the Port of Johnstown plays a vital role in connecting Canadian producers to global markets. We were fascinated to learn more about the port’s rich history, including its iconic grain elevator, which has been in continuous operation since 1931 and remains at the heart of the facility today 🌾

From exporting key commodities such as soybeans and corn to supporting Greenfield Global’s neighbouring ethanol facility, the port is a critical link in Canada's supply chains. Its strategic location alongside a CBSA office also positions it as a logical first port of arrival as Canada works to diversify trade and strengthen international market access.

We appreciate the opportunity to see firsthand how the Port of Johnstown continues to drive economic growth, support trade, and showcase the value of marine transportation in Canada's future!

Pictured: Joshua Juel, President and CEO of CMC, Shawn Fisher, General Foreman at the Port of Johnstown, Mike Moulton, Operations Manager at the Port of Johnstown, Leslie Drynan, General Manager of the Port of Johnstown, and André Chabot, Director of Government and Stakeholder Relations at CMC.

Happy ! ⚓ Pictured is the Oceanex Connaigra sailing past the Port de Québec, as Green Marine's Certification Ceremony m...
06/12/2026

Happy ! ⚓

Pictured is the Oceanex Connaigra sailing past the Port de Québec, as Green Marine's Certification Ceremony marked the close of a successful GreenTech 2026 🚢

Explore the Oceanex here: https://heyor.ca/GCrX1d

06/09/2026

Congratulations are in order for Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited and Picton Terminals Ltd.!

CMC President & CEO Joshua Juel was pleased to attend the grand opening of P&H's new grain terminal in Picton, Ontario today 🌾

This significant investment in agricultural and marine transportation infrastructure will help connect Ontario grain producers to domestic and global markets. Sourcing locally grown grain from within a 2-3 hour radius of Picton, this 38,000 tonne facility has the capacity to load more than 15 trucks per hour from local farms and handle over 6,000 tonnes of grain daily. By moving more grain through the marine transportation system, the facility will help alleviate truck traffic on Highway 401 and enhance the overall efficiency of the agricultural supply chain!

The new terminal highlights the vital role marine shipping plays in supporting Ontario's agricultural sector, strengthening supply chains, and enhancing efficient trade corridors that connect producers to market ⚓

Happy ! ⚓ Pictured is CSL Group's Trillium Class self-unloading laker, the MV Baie Comeau 🚢 Explore the CSL here: htt...
06/05/2026

Happy ! ⚓

Pictured is CSL Group's Trillium Class self-unloading laker, the MV Baie Comeau 🚢

Explore the CSL here: https://heyor.ca/1VJrCy

📸: The CSL Group

06/04/2026

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Shipping on the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Waterway contributes over $66.1 billion to the economy every year 💰🚢

Learn more: https://heyor.ca/aA1KSD

CMC's Senior Director of Regulatory and Environmental Affairs, Paul Topping, is pleased to be speaking at Green Marine's...
06/02/2026

CMC's Senior Director of Regulatory and Environmental Affairs, Paul Topping, is pleased to be speaking at Green Marine's GreenTech 2026 conference, 'Shaping Maritime Sustainability'! ⚓ 🌱

Paul will present “IMO and GHG: Where do we go from here?”, examining the evolving global conversation around maritime decarbonization and what it means for Canada’s marine sector.

CMC is a proud sponsor of this meaningful conference, bringing together leaders and innovators committed to advancing sustainability across the maritime industry.

Happy ! ⚓Pictured is the M/T Paul A. Desgagnés 🚢 Explore the Desgagnés here: https://heyor.ca/w9lDeA 📸: Desgagnés ...
05/29/2026

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Pictured is the M/T Paul A. Desgagnés 🚢

Explore the Desgagnés here: https://heyor.ca/w9lDeA

📸: Desgagnés

05/29/2026

Earlier this week, the CMC was grateful to visit member Goderich Port Management Corporation in Goderich, Ontario, on the shores of Lake Huron! ⚓ 🌊

A special thank you to Frank Hurkmans, President & CEO, and Noah Krantz, Harbourmaster, for hosting an incredibly insightful tour of the Port’s operations, including its grain terminal and salt mine. It was also a pleasure to be joined by Mayor Trevor Bazinet of the Town of Goderich.

We were fortunate to board the M/V Heerengracht, a Dutch Spliethoff ship loading Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited grain bound for Norway, an 18-day overseas journey highlighting the global reach of Great Lakes shipping 🌾 🚢

As the only deepwater port on the east shore of Lake Huron, the Port of Goderich plays a vital role in supporting southwestern Ontario’s economy. The port is investing more than $3.5 million in a new 50,000-square-foot bulk storage facility, while a shovel-ready 11-acre expansion project awaits federal and provincial funding. Let’s get it built!

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300 Sparks Street, Suite 340
Ottawa, ON
K1R7S3

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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(613) 233-8779

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