Since the announcement of Canada’s new Major Projects Office (MPO), Construction Labour Relations Alberta (CLRA) is paying close attention to the list of nation building projects that are being released.
Our member contractors are essential to Alberta’s economic growth and have a significant stake in seeing large-scale, long-term projects move forward to construction.
Already, the Prime Minister has announced the first projects being referred to the MPO—representing more than $60 billion in investment and thousands of well-paying jobs. Premier Danielle Smith also announced that Alberta will be the lead proponent for a West Coast pipeline application.
“While promising, and clearly a priority for the federal government, the MPO and its ambitious timeline will require extensive collaboration with provinces, industry, communities, and those representing skilled trades workers,” said Joe McFadyen, President of CLRA.
CLRA looks forward to supporting these critical infrastructure projects, knowing our members have the skilled workforce and expertise to deliver.
Industry groups like the Business Council of Alberta have welcomed the first wave of projects, but BCA emphasized the need to dismantle policy and regulatory barriers to investment. The Canada West Foundation noted that defining what qualifies as “projects of national significance” will be a critical—and transparent—challenge.
Canada’s plans for building our country’s critical infrastructure will be the core focus of the National Construction Labour Relations Alliance (NCLRA) Conference, hosted by CLRA in Calgary, October 15–16.
If you haven’t registered yet, time is running out. Learn more and secure your spot on the conference website.
