Accelerator
The first program under Pearson LIFT has begun and we are planning to have shovels in the ground in 2025. It will deliver vital upgrades and revitalization of our airport assets, aiming to improve our on-time performance, reduce emissions, mitigate climate-change impacts and accommodate near-term passenger growth.
Accelerator will…
Meet rising demand
- An interim terminal facility to accommodate passenger growth expected in the near term
- Expansion of our cargo processing capacity
Reduce emissions and protect against climate change
- Add more solar panels to boost clean energy generation
- Install low-emission heating and cooling systems
- Add more electric vehicle charging stations for passengers and airside operations
- Invest in water management to safeguard the airfield from potential rising water levels
Upgrade our airfield and improve on-time performance
- New high-speed taxiways that enhance operational flexibility and efficiency, reducing the risk of disruptions and delays
- Modernized electrical systems and upgraded, energy-efficient lighting
- Runway restoration to maintain safe, efficient operations
- New aircraft parking spaces to support resilient operations and our growth during construction
What’s on the horizon
In the coming years, we plan to begin construction on additional programs — Gateway and T1/T3 Revitalization — that will allow us to support long-term passenger growth and deliver a world-class customer and employee experience. We are currently working with our airport partners to advance planning for this work.
Gateway: Making room to grow
We expect to see 65 million annual passengers per year by the early 2030s - an increase from about 45 million annual passengers today. To prepare for this growth, we are evaluating options for expanding our terminal facilities.
T1/T3 Revitalization: Elevating the passenger experience and optimizing capacity
We plan to invest in Terminals 1 and 3 with modernized retail, amenities and passenger processing spaces, increased digitalization of the passenger journey, renewal of critical assets and new employee areas. Additionally, we will invest in optimizing parking facilities and groundside access, ensuring a smoother arrival and departure experience.
Work is underway
Planning & design
We are working closely with our airport partners as we move forward with planning and design.
Procurement
We are committed to ensuring a procurement process that is fair and equitable.
To date, we have hosted two Industry Forums to support our procurement process for Pearson LIFT.
