Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, scheduled to arrive on P.E.I. later today, did not wait to step on the Island before discussing his government's commitment to the province's ferry service.

Northumberland Ferries — which runs the ferry that connects P.E.I. to Nova Scotia — has struggled this year with one of its two ferries out of commission.

"Transport Canada, and indeed the federal government, is committed to ensuring ferry service for Canadians, and we will continue to work very, very hard to ensure that that's a reality for everyone," said Trudeau, speaking to reporters in Bridgetown, N.S.

"I look forward to discussing it with Premier MacLauchlan this afternoon."