Surrey and White Rock Board of Trade backs Roberts Bank Terminal 2 advancement
The board welcomed the federal government's decision July 16 to advance the port project through the Major Projects Office.
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The Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade has welcomed the Government of Canada's decision to advance the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project through the Major Projects Office as part of the new Port of Vancouver Gateway Strategy.
The announcement on July 16 marks an important step toward delivering critical trade infrastructure that will strengthen Canada's long-term economic competitiveness, according to the board.
For Surrey and the south of Fraser region, the project is particularly significant. The region is home to a growing number of manufacturers, importers, exporters, logistics providers, and distribution centres that depend on reliable access to Canada's largest port. Expanding trade infrastructure will strengthen supply chains, support business growth, attract investment, and reinforce the region's role as a key transportation and logistics hub.
Joslyn Young, CEO of the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade, said: "The Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project is an investment in Canada's future. For years, the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade has advocated for expanding our trade infrastructure because businesses need reliable, efficient supply chains to remain competitive. As our region continues to grow, projects like Roberts Bank Terminal 2 will help create jobs, attract investment, and ensure Canadian businesses can access global markets with confidence."
Following more than a decade of environmental assessment and regulatory review, including extensive consultation with Indigenous Nations, the project has received federal environmental approval subject to legally binding conditions.
At a glance
What decision about Roberts Bank Terminal 2 was announced on July 16, 2026?
On July 16, 2026, the Government of Canada decided to advance the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project through the Major Projects Office as part of the new Port of Vancouver Gateway Strategy.
What environmental approval has Roberts Bank Terminal 2 received?
The Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project has received federal environmental approval subject to legally binding conditions, following more than a decade of environmental assessment and regulatory review that included extensive consultation with Indigenous Nations.
