The Government of Canada is planning to improve Highways 6 and 39 systems to improve the Saskatchewan transport infrastructure.

The government is set to make an investment of C$53.3m ($40.5m), which consists of building 16 sets of passing lanes in the highest traffic volume areas on Highways 6 and 39 between Regina and Estevan in Saskatchewan near the US border.

Additionally, the project includes twinning of short segments of the corridor south of Regina, north of Milestone, and south of Weyburn.

The project will also see the rehabilitation of nearly 51km of pavement, improving intersections, highway entrances and exits along the corridor.

“This is an important project for Saskatchewan that will improve the safety and efficiency of one of our province’s key trade corridors to the US.”

Canada Minister of Transport Marc Garneau said: “Our government is investing in Canada’s economy by improving our trade and transportation corridors.

“We support projects that will efficiently move commercial goods to market and people to their destinations, stimulate economic growth, create quality middle-class jobs, and ensure that Canada’s transportation networks remain competitive and efficient.”

The Saskatchewan transport infrastructure project is expected to create high-quality jobs in the region during the construction period.

Upon completion, it will improve the flow of highway traffic, reduce travel time, and address traffic congestion issues.

Saskatchewan Minister of Highways and Infrastructure David Marit said: “Our government is pleased to be able to partner with the federal government and receive funding through the National Trade Corridors Fund.

“This is an important project for Saskatchewan that will improve the safety and efficiency of one of our province’s key trade corridors to the US.”