Canadian Marine Transportation System

The Canadian Marine Transportation System (CMTS) is the network of ships, ports, and waterways that facilitate the movement of goods and people across Canada's vast coastlines and inland waterways. It includes freight ships transporting resources like oil, minerals, and grain, as well as passenger vessels and cruise ships. The system connects remote communities, supports international trade, and is vital for Canada's economy. Managed by government agencies and private companies, the CMTS ensures safe, efficient, and sustainable maritime operations along Atlantic, Pacific, Arctic, and Great Lakes waters.