Inspired by the 2017 National Public Works theme "Public Works Connect Us," this session will focus on CPWA's advocacy and outreach efforts for public works, federal infrastructure programs, and other initiatives that affect communities across Canada. CPWA President Andrew Stevenson will provide an update on CPWA's public policy priorities, CPWA's participation in coalitions such as the Canadian Common Ground Alliance and projects such as the Canadian Infrastructure Report Card, CPWA's partnership with IPWEA to deliver asset management training, and CPWA's growing involvement as a stakeholder at the federal level. Ottawa-based CPWA Consultant Alan Young will provide an up-to-date report on federal government activities. Learning Objectives: Review CPWA activities and priorities, including collaboration and partnership with other associations. Explore how CPWA's public outreach on projects like National Public Works Week help raise the profile of public works. Identify ways the federal government has upgraded its commitment to municipal infrastructure with the Investing in Canada Plan and other investments and recognize the role that infrastructure has played since the last election.
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Alan Young;Andrew Stevenson
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