Our Work Explore the infrastructure needs of First Nations in Canada.
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) collaborated with industry experts and over 400 First Nations to co-develop a landmark report with Indigenous Services Canada titled “Closing the Infrastructure Gap by 2030: A Collaborative and Comprehensive Cost Estimate Identifying the Infrastructure Investment Needs of First Nations in Canada“.
This unique and groundbreaking report estimates the national capital and operational investments needed from the Government of Canada to fulfill its mandate to Close the First Nation Infrastructure Gap by 2030.
This is a crucial and urgent step towards achieving economic reconciliation between First Nations and the Government of Canada.
The lack of access to vital infrastructure, such as housing, education, healthcare, connectivity, and other essential services, has perpetuated deep-rooted inequality across First Nations communities. This disparity becomes even more apparent when comparing the housing and community infrastructure services consistently available to many Canadians.
FAQs
What is the First Nations infrastructure gap?
First Nations lack essential infrastructure — housing, clean water, schools, healthcare, and roads — available to most Canadians. The gap is the estimated $349.2 billion investment needed to close these disparities by 2030.
Why does this gap exist?
Decades of underfunding and inequitable resource distribution have left First Nations communities without the infrastructure needed to thrive.
What will it take to close the gap?
Significant, sustained investments from the federal government in housing, water systems, education, healthcare, and connectivity.
What is the Closing the Infrastructure Gap by 2030 (CTIG 2030) report?
CTIG 2030 is a landmark study by the AFN, Indigenous Services Canada, industry experts, and 400+ First Nations, outlining the investment needed to close the gap.
What is the Benefits for All Canadians report?
A study with the Conference Board of Canada showing that closing the gap is an economic opportunity — generating $635B in output, 2.4M jobs over the next seven years, and $87B in government revenue.
How does closing the gap benefit Canada?
It strengthens the economy, creates jobs, improves public services, and advances reconciliation. Every $1 invested returns $1.82 in benefits.
What happens if we delay?
Waiting until 2040 could increase costs to $527B, leaving First Nations without critical infrastructure for another generation.
How can I support this?
Demand action from policymakers and support investment in First Nations infrastructure — it’s an investment in Canada’s future.
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In partnership with Indigenous Services Canada, we co-developed the National Cost Estimate, outlining the investment required to Close the Infrastructure Gap by 2030 (CTIG 2030) — a critical step toward economic reconciliation.
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