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Ontario's Infrastructure Momentum Continues Full Speed Ahead

Thu, Nov 20, 2025 5:00 PM GMT

Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy made it crystal clear this week: despite economic headwinds, trade uncertainty, and rising deficits, infrastructure building in the province will “not slow down.”

That’s welcome news for every business owner, contractor, supplier, and professional service provider who relies on a strong and growing Ontario economy. The 2025 Fall Economic Statement reaffirmed a historic $201 billion, 10-year capital plan — the largest infrastructure commitment in Ontario’s history — and the government is doubling down on getting projects built faster and smarter.

What the Fall Economic Statement Means for Ontario Businesses

No brakes on major projects: Highway expansions, the Ontario Line, Yonge North Subway Extension, Scarborough Subway, Eglinton Crosstown West, Ring of Fire all-season roads, new hospitals, and long-term care homes are all proceeding.
Building Ontario Fund expanding to prioritize critical minerals and attract more private capital.
Faster approvals: “One Project, One Review” frameworks and streamlined permitting to cut red tape and shorten timelines.
Indigenous economic participation strengthened through dedicated financing programs.
Continued emphasis on housing-enabling infrastructure (water, wastewater, roads) and clean energy projects.

Yes, the province is running deficits and borrowing more in the short term. But as the Minister said, pausing now would be far more expensive in the long run — lost jobs, delayed growth, and falling behind competitor jurisdictions.

For Professional Business Owners, This Means Real Opportunity

At the Professional Business Owners Network (PBON.ca), we represent entrepreneurs, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and service providers who power Ontario’s economy. Our members are the ones delivering projects, supplying materials, providing expert services, and creating the jobs that keep communities thriving.

The government’s “no slowdown” commitment translates directly into:

Sustained demand for goods, services, and professional expertise across multiple sectors.
More opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses to bid on public and private contracts.
A stronger environment for business investment, hiring, and expansion.
Increased need for innovative solutions in construction, technology, logistics, and professional services.

Time to Gear Up — Not Slow Down

To every business owner reading this: the work isn’t going away — it’s accelerating. Now is the moment to:

Position your company for upcoming tenders and supply opportunities.
Expand your team and invest in capacity.
Leverage productivity tools and partnerships that give you a competitive edge.
Join or connect with PBON to stay informed, network with peers, and advocate for policies that support professional business owners.

Ontario is building like never before, and professional business owners are at the heart of it.

Let’s keep the momentum going strong.