Feds to publish weekly updates on infrastructure-funding applications
As part of its commitment to transparency, the federal government says it will provide up-to-date information on the status of project-funding applications made through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
Infrastructure Minister Catherine McKenna announced the initiative on June 25. As of that day, the ministry began publishing on its website updates on the applications it receives from provinces and territories on a weekly basis.
The portal provides project details such as name, location and funding stream, and includes the status of funding applications within the review and approval process.
“My focus through the pandemic has been getting projects approved as quickly as possible to create jobs, tackle climate change and build more inclusive communities,” said McKenna. “Transparency is critical so that Canadians can better understand the status of these investments which is why as of today all projects submitted to Infrastructure Canada will posted on our website.”
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal infrastructure ministry has approved more than 3,600 projects, representing more than $9.9 billion in federal investments. It has also committed additional $17 billion to support public transit, green and inclusive buildings, and other community infrastructure projects. In total, more than 9700 infrastructure projects have been approved since 2015, representing more than $38 billion in federal contributions.
Through the Investing in Canada plan, the Government of Canada is investing more than $180 billion over 12 years in public transit projects, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, trade and transportation routes, and Canada’s rural and northern communities.
The program is delivered through bilateral agreements with all provinces and territories.
Featured image: Screen capture of a section of the Investing in Canada Plan Project Map showing projects in Southern Ontario. (Infrastructure Canada)