2017 News

CCPPP Statement on the Launch of Canada’s Smart Cities Challenge

Posted on 11/24/2017
CCPPP enthusiastically salutes the Government of Canada’s Smart Cities Challenge. This is an exciting initiative that will allow Canadian communities to take a global leadership role in this first digital century.

Québec Economic Update Increases Targeted Expenditures & Maintains Infrastructure Spending

Posted on 11/22/2017
Québec’s Economic Update noted significant improvement in the province's economy since the March 2017 Budget and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to infrastructure investments.

Manitoba Throne Speech Highlights Infrastructure Investments & P3s

Posted on 11/22/2017
Manitoba's Speech from the Throne included references to strategic infrastructure investments, public-private partnerships (P3s) and a new social impact bond program.

News Release - CCPPP Statement on CIB Board Appointments

Posted on 11/16/2017
CCPPP congratulates the inaugural members of the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) board of directors. Today’s announcement is an important step that reinforces the historic commitment the federal government has made to infrastructure development.

Ontario Fall Economic Outlook Outlines Growth and Infrastructure Spending

Posted on 11/15/2017
Ontario’s 2017 Fall Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review projects improved economic growth in the next three years and highlighted several key infrastructure investment areas.

News Release - Public-Private Partnerships are not Privatization

Posted on 11/8/2017
CCPPP is kicking off its 25th Annual Conference at the Sheraton Center Hotel in downtown Toronto on Monday morning. The two day event will focus on smart, innovative, modern approaches to delivering infrastructure.

News Release - CCPPP Names Bert Clark 2017 Champion Award Recipient

Posted on 11/3/2017
CCPPP is pleased to announce that Bert Clark, President and CEO, Investment Management Corporation of Ontario is the recipient of the Council’s 2017 Champion Award.

News Release - CCPPP Statement on PPP Canada

Posted on 11/3/2017
PPP Canada has been instrumental in developing a P3 approach which has contributed to Canada’s global best-in-class reputation. Among other things, PPP Canada has provided foundational support in the form of guidance and expertise.

News Release - CCPPP Announces 20th Annual National Awards Recipients

Posted on 11/2/2017
CCPPP is pleased to announce the recipients of the CCPPP 20th Annual National Awards for Innovation and Excellence in P3s.

Announcing The Urban Infrastructure Super Session at P3 2017

Posted on 10/24/2017
CCPPP is pleased to announce the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Canada’s Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and His Worship John Tory, Mayor of the City of Toronto will participate in the Urban Infrastructure Super Session at CCPPP’s 25th Annual

Salim Ismail to Deliver Keynote Speech at P3 2017

Posted on 10/19/2017
CCPPP is pleased to announce Salim Ismail will present a luncheon keynote address at CCPPP’s 25th Annual Conference on Monday, November 6, 2017 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel.

Janice Fukakusa to Deliver Keynote Speech at P3 2017

Posted on 10/13/2017
CCPPP is pleased to welcome Janice Fukakusa, inaugural Chair of the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) as a keynote speaker at CCPPP’s 25th Annual Conference on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 in Toronto.

CCPPP and S&P Global Report: Governments Should Consider P3 Bundling

Posted on 10/4/2017
A joint report by CCPPP and S&P Global indicates “bundling of infrastructure assets, when done correctly, has untapped potential in Canada to get more infrastructure built, faster and with savings to taxpayers.”

The Honourable Jane Philpott Delivers Opening Keynote Address at P3 2017

Posted on 10/4/2017
CCPPP is pleased to announce the Honourable Jane Philpott, Canada’s Minister of Indigenous Services, will present the Opening Keynote address at CCPPP’s 25th Annual Conference on Monday, November 6th, 2017 in Toronto.

Introducing P3 SPECTRUM - Canada's Comprehensive Source for P3 Project Info

Posted on 9/13/2017
CCPPP is pleased to announce the launch of our brand new project database – P3 SPECTRUM. It’s the most comprehensive compendium of P3 projects in Canada.

Editorial - Private Sector Will and Must Play A Larger Role Building Public Infrastructure

Posted on 8/3/2017
The private sector will and must play a larger role in the design, build, financing, maintenance, operation and in some instances even the ownership of future projects. So it is important to understand the tools available to governments.

CCPPP Applauds Appointment of Chair of Canada Infrastructure Bank

Posted on 7/10/2017
The Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships (CCPPP) congratulates Janice Fukakusa on her appointment as the inaugural Chair of the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB).

Survey Reveals Trends in Operational P3 Projects

Posted on 6/14/2017
A recent international survey of operational P3 projects has revealed insights into the factors which are driving successful P3 contracts in Canada and outlined the risk factors that can compromise long-term project success.

Editorial - Building More through the Canada Infrastructure Bank

Posted on 5/22/2017
Canada needs more infrastructure. As presented, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) would be a useful tool to do just that. Some estimates suggest Canada is facing an infrastructure deficit of $1 trillion.

Government Launches Leadership Search for Canada Infrastructure Bank

Posted on 5/8/2017
As part of the Government of Canada’s historic Investing in Canada plan to invest over $180 billion in infrastructure, the Canada Infrastructure Bank is a new tool for provincial, territorial, and municipal partners to finance infrastructure.