Now more than ever, planning matters. Planning influences where we live, how we move, how we work, how our economies grow, and the health and well-being of our cities, communities, and regions. In response to the federal government’s call for pre-budget submissions, CIP has submitted our recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance ahead of the Fall Economic Statement and Budget 2025.
OTTAWA, April 8, 2025 – As Canadians prepare to head to the polls on April 28, 2025, a new survey by the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) reveals concerns among professional planners about housing affordability, climate resilience, and transportation – issues that shape community well-being and economic stability. The nationwide survey highlights that planners, as catalysts of sustainable growth, are crucial in addressing these challenges with evidence-based, forward-thinking solutions.
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