On behalf of the Ministry of Infrastructure
As you may know, the Infrastructure Projects Act (the Act) is a new law in British Columbia that helps speed up the delivery of major public infrastructure—like hospitals, schools, and long-term care homes—so communities can get the services they need, faster. The Act also supports faster delivery of provincially significant projects led by the Crown Corporations, First Nations, the private sector or local governments that supports economic growth and creates significant benefits for people in British Columbia.
The Province of British Columbia is now focussing on effectively implementing the Act and is committed to a robust and inclusive engagement process and would greatly value your continued input.
Engagement Overview
Engagement will follow a phased approach beginning now and continuing through the fall. Information on all of the engagement activities can be found at our dedicated website: Engage.gov.bc.ca/infrastructure
Focus Areas and Timelines
- Defining Criteria for Provincially Significant Projects – July to October
- Developing a Qualified Professional Reliance Model – Starting late-July
- Developing an Expedited Environmental Assessment Process – Starting in Fall 2025
How to Participate
There are two opportunities for your organization to participate:
- Online Engagement
- Share your input through surveys or written submissions.
- Visit our engagement site to view current opportunities and subscribe for updates.
- Direct Engagement
- If you’d like to join an existing engagement table or meeting, please contact engage.inf@gov.bc.ca.
Thank you for your time and input as the Infrastructure Projects Act moves into implementation.
Sincerely,
Bobbi Plecas
Deputy Minister
Ministry of Infrastructure