CCA engaging with partner associations from coast to coast
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is focused on delivering more value for members and our partner associations through strategic advocacy with government.
Atlantic recovery
Some recent developments in our coast-to-coast advocacy include meeting with our regional partner associations in Atlantic Canada to understand their recovery and reconstruction needs from hurricane Fiona. We are currently engaging in discussions with the federal government on their behalf to ensure they have the necessary resources to aid the rebuilding efforts of the areas affected.
Changes to immigration
We are also urgently pressing for changes to the Canadian immigration system to facilitate the entry of immigrants and temporary foreign workers interested in working in the construction sector. Our letter to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship of Canada specifically referenced the shortage of specialty trades in Quebec and the Atlantic provinces, sounding the alarm that retirements and recruitment challenges will be a heavy blow to Canada’s future economic growth if steps aren’t taken now.
Add your voice to our recently launched campaign to Rebuild Canada’s workforce NOW by sending a letter to your MP.
Hill Day
On November 15, CCA will once again be on Parliament Hill advocating for long-term infrastructure investment; attracting and retaining the workforce we need now and in the future; and improving procurement and project delivery methods. Policies that promote and utilize the skills and experience of immigrants and newcomers will be a key ask.
Also prominent will be the message of building with resilience in the face of climate risks, enhancing our trade-enabling infrastructure and adapting federal procurement to support shared risk and account for long-term value and sustainability.
Trade-enabling infrastructure
In Western Canada, CCA has engaged with the provincial and federal governments to promote the implementation of a national long-term investment strategy for trade-enabling infrastructure. Working with our partners at the Western Canada Roadbuilders & Heavy Construction Association, we released a report, From shovel ready to shovel worthy, to strengthen our case for a national trade infrastructure plan. It identifies key trade gateways and corridors across the country that will link resources to industry, people to jobs, and products to market. CCA and our partner organizations approached the recently appointed Council of the Federation Chair and Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson to discuss the initiative further.
CCA will continue to advocate for these initiatives and others, together with our partner associations.