Investing in Infrastructure Good for the Economy: Canada West Foundation

Feb 7, 2013
The latest research from the Canada West Foundation concludes that Canada’s governments should maintain a high level of investment in public infrastructure because it is a key driver of economic productivity.
At the Intersection: The Case for Sustained and Strategic Public Infrastructure Investment, is based on more than 200 studies and shows a strong link between public infrastructure investment and long-term economic growth.

The report has been endorsed by the Municipal Infrastructure Forum - which was established by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and partners with groups with a stake in infrastructure - and includes five key principles to help governments grow our economy and maintain our quality of life over the next 20 years.

Read the five principles and the full report.