PortsToronto reverts to Toronto Port Authority name

The organization that owns and operates Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and oversees Toronto’s harbour is reverting to its former name after a decade operating as PortsToronto.

The agency will once again be known as the Toronto Port Authority, returning to its legal name and historic federal identity. The organization said the rebrand reflects a renewed focus on its role as a city builder, economic driver and steward of Toronto’s waterfront and transportation gateways.

The change comes as the Toronto region continues to grow rapidly and governments place greater emphasis on resilient supply chains, modernized infrastructure and sustainable urban mobility. The Toronto Port Authority oversees Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, the Port of Toronto, the Cruise Ship Terminal and the Outer Harbour Marina.

“Reintroducing the Toronto Port Authority name is more than a rebrand –- it’s a powerful affirmation of our foundational purpose and our future vision,” said RJ Steenstra, president and CEO, Toronto Port Authority. “We honour our 115-year legacy as a city builder and steward of Toronto’s harbour, shaping the waterfront and enabling the city’s evolution. As the owner and operator of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport which provides critical business connectivity and a significant economic engine, as well as the Port of Toronto which plays a vital role in ensuring resilient supply chains through imports of essential materials, the Toronto Port Authority plays a key role in economic growth for the future. This renewed identity reflects our commitment to modernization, sustainability, and public value for Toronto, Ontario and Canada.”

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport generates approximately $2 billion in annual economic output and supports more than 4,500 jobs, according to the authority. U.S. customs preclearance is expected to launch at the airport in early 2026, with additional destinations planned that year.

The Port of Toronto generates more than $460 million in economic activity for Ontario and handles imports including steel, cement, sugar and road salt. Marine shipping through the port removes more than 51,000 truckloads annually from Greater Toronto Area roads, reducing congestion and greenhouse gas emissions.

Operating under a federal mandate, the Toronto Port Authority is financially self-sustaining and reinvests revenue into infrastructure, harbour management and community programs. The organization said the rebrand reflects its long-term focus on infrastructure planning, environmental stewardship and public interest governance.