Reference Publications
Reference publications can be downloaded below.
ICIC Construction Sector Quarterly Insights
Published January 2024
This report was prepared by the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) to provide an overview of the last
quarter, the current economic health of the industry, and its implications for member businesses.
Immigration Report Update
Published March 2024
This report, prepared by BuildForce, examines the current state of immigration policies at the national level and across Canada’s provinces and territories, and recommends the adoption of a series of consensus principles to ensure the construction sector can better access skilled workers from abroad in an effort to address projected shortages of skilled labour created by rising construction demands and changing demographics.
Enhanced Greening Government Strategy
Published July 2024
On June 5, 2024 the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced enhancements to the Greening Government Strategy (GGS) that will help lower the carbon footprint of government operations and support Canada’s ongoing transition to a low-carbon economy.
2024 Federal Government Green Building Strategy – Overview
Published July 2024
On July 16, 2024, the federal Minister of Energy and Natural Resources released the government’s new Green Building Strategy (CGBS). To help develop a sustainable foundation for years to come, the Government of Canada’s new Buy Clean approach will build on Canada’s clean manufacturing advantage. The approach supports a shift to low-carbon materials and design through federal construction procurements and public infrastructure asset investments, which reduces the full life cycle of emissions from building materials and projects, fosters manufacturing competitiveness and creates jobs.
Federal Government Corporate Plans (2024 – 2025) Main Estimates Part III – September 2024
Published Septembre 2024
Each year the Federal government publishes a set of detailed documentation referred to as the ‘Estimates family of documents’.
We have prepared a summary of 12 department Part III Departmental Plans that we think have construction related priorities.
The purpose is two fold, it helps us understand and represent CRCA members with the Federal government, and we hope it provides you with industry relevant information on Federal government construction policy and expenditure plans.