This chapter on Infrastructure and Development in the series, A Way Forward, from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Canadian Council for Indigenous Business, recognizes the vital role of Indigenous Peoples as partners in creating a more inclusive and sustainable Ontario.

For businesses, this means going beyond consultation to build cultural understanding and respect for traditional land use. The report outlines how the principles of Respect, Responsibility, Reciprocity, and Renewal (the Four Rs) can be meaningfully applied to contemporary business projects.

To address such a large infrastructure deficit, it must be recognized that this will require time, effective resources, and collaboration between all levels of government and private sector entities. By investing in respectful and meaningful partnerships and sustainable infrastructure, businesses can support Indigenous communities to thrive in the modern economy while preserving cultural continuity. This ensures the economic payoff meets the needs of communities with mutual benefit for industries across the nation.