installing new drainage systems and edge lighting, constructing a new taxiway, and upgrading electrical systems.” The second phase, covering the south half of the runway, followed in 2025, completing the reconstruction. Among the most significant challenges was the region’s short construction season. “We have a relatively short window compared to other areas of Canada,” says Jay. “That’s part of why we decided to rebuild the main runway in two phases: the north half in 2024 and the south in 2025.” Because the airport’s main runway is the only one equipped with an instrument landing system, it needed to be reopened for winter operations 57 JAN 2026 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA Construction of Taxiway E extension, crews work on the intersection of Taxiways E / D with the main runway in this image. (Photo Credit: FlatironDragados)
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