NIAGARA FALLS, ONT. — The Ontario government is investing nearly $10 million to help transform Niagara District AirportNiagara District Airport Site GradingStatusAwardValue$0.3MLocation468 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara on the Lake ONSectorPublic – CityTypeTransportation TerminalsData as of July 29, 2026View Project Page → into a “modern regional gateway capable of supporting future commercial passenger service.”
The money will go towards design work and upgrades and advances Niagara District Airport’s master plan, which is a 20-year framework.
Work will include terminal upgrades, new service buildings and improvements to taxiways, aprons and runway infrastructure.
Last fall, the province launched its Destination Niagara Strategy, a multibillion-dollar plan to create new world-class attractions, boost local arts and culture and improve the region’s transportation network, the release adds.
The strategy aims to attract 25 million visitors a year and double the region’s tourism impact to generate an additional $3 billion for Ontario’s GDP.
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