Canadian Construction Industry Applauds Federal Infrastructure Announcement
Summary
Canada’s ability to conduct business and its reputation as a global supplier of goods and services depends on continued investment to improve Canadian infrastructure.The introduction of the Building Canada Plan was a concerted effort on the part of all governments to do so, and was welcomed by the Canadian construction industry.For more information: Michael Atkinson President Canadian Construction Association mikea@cca-acc.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots.414 ### Ottawa, Canada, December 02, 2011 --( PR.com )-- The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) welcomed today’s federal government announcement unveiling its strategy to develop a successor program for the current Building Canada Plan.“CCA applauds this announcement, which is an important first step in the development of a long-term national infrastructure plan,” said Michael Atkinson, president of CCA.The introduction of the Building Canada Plan was a concerted effort on the part of all governments to do so, and was welcomed by the Canadian construction industry.Since that time, CCA has been pleased with the federal government commitment to consult with provincial, territorial and municipal governments, as well as industry stakeholders, which is an important next step in the modernization of the Canadian infrastructure network.“Today’s announcement reconfirms this government’s intent to remain a long-term funding partner in the development and management of infrastructure across Canada,” said Atkinson.About CCAThe Canadian Construction Association is the voice of the national non-residential construction industry.