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The Federal government establishes council to deliver Canada’s first National Infrastructure Assessment
In early December, the Minister of Infrastructure, Housing, and Communities announced the long-awaited creation of the Canadian Infrastructure Council, an expert advisory body tasked with delivering Canada’s first National Infrastructure Assessment (NIA). After three years of sustained advocacy, we are pleased to see the government adopt recommendations from stakeholders like ACEC to establish an independent and diverse advisory body of experts to guide this critical initiative.
We commend the government for taking this important first step toward developing a long-term, robust, and data-driven plan for infrastructure investments in Canada. The Council represents a tremendous opportunity to bring together infrastructure experts and stakeholders in shaping informed policies and driving effective investments.
The Council will focus on core infrastructure priorities required to foster vibrant and resilient communities and addressing the housing crisis. However, ACEC remains hopeful that its mandate will expand over time to encompass infrastructure that also supports a strong, diverse Canadian economy and enhances the quality of life for all Canadians.
We look forward to collaborating with the Council in the months ahead and continuing to work closely with the leadership at Infrastructure, Housing, and Communities to advance these vital objectives.
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