Construction industry in Ottawa to push for continued action on infrastructure
AI Article Summary
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is advocating for a more predictable infrastructure pipeline and modernized procurement to effectively apply the federal government's Budget 2025 investments and new policies like Buy Canadian. CCA emphasizes establishing a stable long-term infrastructure plan and a national workforce strategy to address the labor demands of major projects. While the Union Training and Innovation Program aids skills development, it excludes many non-unionized workers, indicating a need for more inclusive training opportunities. CCA President Rodrigue Gilbert calls for a supportive policy environment to ensure major projects are delivered efficiently.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how crucial a predictable infrastructure plan and policy environment is for Canadian contractors, facilitating smoother project approvals and financing. The focus on modernizing procurement will help manage costs and timelines better. For Canadian builders, this means prioritizing workforce training strategies that include both unionized and non-unionized workers is essential to meet upcoming project demands.
