On October 15, the Ontario Government announced a new program
for unsolicited proposals (USPs) for infrastructure projects. The
purpose of the program is to allow private sector entities to
approach the province with innovative ideas to improve public
infrastructure and related services. Similar initiatives have been
implemented in Nova Scotia, Toronto, the United Kingdom, the United
States, and Australia.
The program is open to USPs for various infrastructure projects
including transit, healthcare, energy, law enforcement and
corrections, housing, and digital infrastructure. The province is
focused on approving infrastructure projects that will provide the
greatest benefit to Ontarians, are financially and technically
feasible, align with government priorities, and provide the
greatest value for money. The program does not limit the project
size, asset class, delivery model, or type of proposal that may be
submitted.
