Nation-building in an uncertain world: why Canada must invest in public infrastructure now

With economic uncertainty mounting and a recession looming, Canada must invest strategically to support long-term prosperity while addressing immediate challenges.

The NDP’s focus is on public assets that serve people directly, and essential systems built by Canadian workers using Canadian materials, companies, and expertise, writes Don Davies. Pexels photograph by Lisa Simpson

Opinion

BY INTERIM NDP LEADER DON DAVIES

October 8, 2025

Public infrastructure is the foundation of a resilient economy and a connected society. It shapes how we live, work, move, and interact. When thoughtfully built and consistently maintained, it becomes a lasting expression of national ambition and collective purpose.

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