John Godfrey, Minister of State-Infrastructure and Communities, Speaks on the Federal Governments New Multi-Billion Dollar Investment for Infrastructure Renewal

A New Deal for Cities and Communities" has guaranteed commitment by the Federal and Provincial governments to improve Canada's infrastructure and secure future growth

TORONTO (PRWEB) July 20, 2005 -- A New Deal for Cities and Communities" has guaranteed commitment by the Federal and Provincial governments to improve our nations infrastructure and secure future growth. Given this multi-billion dollar investment, Strategy Institute will be holding the Second Annual Summit on the Future of Canadas Infrastructure" September 26th and 27th, 2005 in Vaughan, Ontario.

This summit will bring together key stakeholders from all three levels of government, engineers, architects and infrastructure providers. This educational event will address present and future infrastructure planning from the Federal government, available funding options, and municipal infrastructure strategies. Leading case studies include Olympic Update: Vancouver 2010, Torontos Waterfront, Windsor-Detroit Gateway, the Integrated Learning Centre at Queens University as well as a municipal leaders power panel for both rural and urban communities.

Based on the Federal governments New Deal, we are pleased to have the Honourable John Godfrey, Minister of State -- Infrastructure and Communities, speak on the Federal governments plan for renewal in Canadian cities. Our line up of speakers, case studies and educational content will make this event an invaluable learning experience for all those involved in infrastructure renewal" says David Laird, President of Strategy Institute.

This event is sponsored by: Siemens, Borden Ladner Gervais, Prism Partnerships Inc., and McMillan Binch Mendelsohn.

This event is supported by: Canadian Society for Civil Engineers, Ontario Environmental Industry Association, Environmental Markets Association, Canadian Consulting Engineer, ReNew Canada, Daily Commercial News, Novae Res Urbis, Municipal Suppliers Magazine, Municipal World and Summit.

Strategy Institute is an independent research organization. Strategy Institute assists public sector and corporate decision makers by presenting the latest and most significant industry trends enhancing business judgment.

For more information:
Amanda Ono, Communications Department
Strategy Institute
Tel.: 416-944-9200, Ext. 222
www.strategyinstitute.com

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