PwC Canada Launches Major Projects Tracker Amid $1 Trillion Investment Push
Event summary
- PwC Canada launched 'Advancing Canada's Major Projects', an interactive resource mapping $4.7 trillion in major infrastructure projects.
- The launch coincides with the inaugural Canada Investment Summit (Sept. 14–15, 2026), aiming to catalyze $1 trillion in investment over five years.
- PwC's report highlights Canada's need to shift from siloed projects to integrated systems to capture full economic potential.
- Defence infrastructure is projected to grow 389%, the fastest among sectors.
The big picture
Canada's infrastructure supercycle is gaining global attention, with PwC's resource highlighting the need for systemic project planning. The $4.7 trillion investment opportunity underscores a critical shift from isolated assets to integrated ecosystems, requiring coordinated efforts across governments, investors, and Indigenous communities. The success of this transition will determine Canada's ability to attract long-term capital and drive economic growth.
What we're watching
- Execution Risk
- Whether Canada can translate investment commitments into tangible project completions.
- Capital Allocation
- How blended public-private funding models will shape project viability.
- Strategic Integration
- The pace at which Canada shifts from standalone assets to interconnected infrastructure systems.