Advocacy

The voice of the Canadian construction industry

The construction industry shapes the physical landscape of Canada, stimulates economic growth, fosters community development, and creates lasting positive impacts on the lives of Canadians. Through innovation, sustainability and a commitment to quality, the industry plays a critical role in building a prosperous and resilient nation. 

Drawn from the strength and size of our membership, ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï is the industry’s national advocate focused on ensuring the sector has the tools, resources, conditions, and legislative support needed to continue to Build a Better Canada.

Our priorities

Infrastructure investment

​A consistent and long-term infrastructure plan that benefits all Canadians and is aligned with the current and future needs of the provinces.

Workforce development

Action-backed policies to attract, develop and retain top talent to construction.

Procurement modernization

Fair procurement to support innovation and shared risk.

Recent developments

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June 2026

Your voice in Ottawa: ÍøÆسԹÏ’s spring advocacy recap

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May 2026

ÍøÆسԹÏ’s call to action for Budget 2026: Turning investment into results for construction

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April 2026

Canada’s construction industry faces higher costs amid global uncertainty

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April 2026

Clearing the path for construction: ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï calls for increased collaboration at semi-annual roundtable

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April 2026

New defence projects list gives contractors early insight

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January 2026

Economic data signals growth with Budget 2025 pointing to further construction investment ahead

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January 2026

Return to Parliament: What 2026 brings for construction

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December 2025

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï mobilizes the industry in record-setting Hill Day

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November 2025

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï strengthens engagement with federal project owners at inaugural DND-DCC Industry Day

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November 2025

Construction at the heart of Canada’s economic growth: Industry welcomes Budget 2025

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October 2025

ÍøÆسԹÏ’s fall economic report finds construction steady, but increased costs threaten outlook

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October 2025

From supply chain resilience to security clearance red tape: ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï and federal officials meet to build alignment

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Want to learn more?

Economic insight    

Download our latest report on current economic developments shaping Canada’s construction industry.

Press releases    

Catch up on recent news from the ÍøÆسԹÏ.

Our campaigns

It’s not promises that build the economy – it’s construction.

Learn more about what our industry is advocating for during ÍøÆسԹϒs Hill Day 2024.

Climate resilience in construction: Building for a sustainable future

Canada’s construction industry unveils critical report on climate resilience

Talent Fits Here

Learn how the industry is inspiring a new generation of workers to join the industry.

View our past campaigns

Past campaigns