Investment $4 Billion * Outcomes Safer and faster movement of people and goods on Canada's major land transportation routes. Reduced production of greenhouse gases and airborne pollutants. Increase the effectiveness of urban development. Promote increased economic activity, including tourism. Use of innovative technologies and practices to minimize green house gas emissions. * Budget 2006 announced an additional $2 billion in new funding, which will bring this Fund to $6 billion once implemented. Consultations took place during the summer of 2006 to determine the future shape of this renewed program.

Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund

Directed to projects of major federal and regional significance in areas that are vital to sustaining economic growth and enhancing the quality of life of Canadians.

Flexibility

The Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund complements Canada's other infrastructure programs but differs in its orientation. It emphasizes partnerships with any combination of municipal, provincial, territorial governments, as well as the private sector, and each partnership is governed by specifically tailored arrangements. Investments are directed to large-scale projects of national and regional significance. Regional equity considerations are taken into account and costs are generally shared between the three levels of government. Investments are made in areas that are vital to sustaining economic growth and supporting an enhanced quality of life for Canadians.