This study surveyed the port infrastructure needs of the 17 Canada Port Authorities (CPAs) over the next 15 years (until 2040). CPCS collected data and engaged with CPAs to assess their most pressing infrastructure needs, and the key themes which are likely to drive infrastructure investment over the long-term. Our analysis quantifies the magnitude of investment needed for capital projects, highlights funding gaps, and identifies the key challenges faced in regard to funding port infrastructure in Canada. Furthermore, we have reviewed how port infrastructure investment is approached in other jurisdictions (the United States, Australia and the Netherlands)._x000D_ Overall, our study expresses a clear need for port infrastructure investment and addressing the challenges faced by CPAs to ensure Canada improves its supply chain competitiveness. Canadian ports face strong competition and risk losing trade to US ports which also serve major trade gateways to the North American market. Canada also competes for investment capital globally and must demonstrate an appealing business case for attracting capital.
