Canada is entering a period that will be defined by its ability to deliver on national priorities. Significant federal investments in housing, infrastructure, artificial intelligence (AI) and defence set an ambitious course for the country’s future. The challenge will be to activate capacity in every corner of Canada to ensure investments translate into tangible outcomes.

Polytechnics Canada’s recommendations include:

• Invest $100 million per year to support Applied AI Research Grants
• Implement a $10 million per year research security framework for polytechnics and colleges
• Mobilize post-secondary capacity to meet national defence needs
• Establish a Train Canada Strong Pass for rapid skills development
• Eliminate apprentice waitlists by scaling capacity at Canada’s largest trainers