PIR is responsible for managing infrastructure planning, priority-setting and managing certain key assets for the Government of Ontario.

PIR works closely with other Ontario ministries to make strategic investments that will meet the needs of a growing population and economy by:

• Identifying what infrastructure developments will most benefit key public sectors and the standard of living in Ontario over the long run
  
  
• Finding the best models for financing infrastructure projects
  
  
• Ensuring Ontario’s public infrastructure assets are maintained in a state of good repair.

The Ontario Growth Secretariat (OGS) provides leadership in developing a growth management agenda.

Investments are needed so that the right infrastructure is built in the right place in a way that is transparent, open and fair and that gets the best value for money. PIR works closely with appropriate ministries to develop policy and plans for growth. PIR collaborates with these ministries and partners to ensure that the government’s investments will deliver the intended results.

More specifically, PIR is responsible for:

• Reviewing and evaluating infrastructure plans submitted by partner ministries and making recommendations to Cabinet for the Government’s overall annual capital plans
  
  
• Overseeing implementation of the Government of Ontario’s Annual Infrastructure Plan including the management of in-year risks and pressures
  
  
• Developing sector-specific infrastructure strategies
  
  
• Negotiating with the Government of Canada on cost-shared infrastructure programs
  
  
• Coordinating delivery of infrastructure programs through Ontario government ministries
  
  
• Determining the most effective financing and procurement strategy for public infrastructure projects in Ontario
  
  
• Developing a growth plan for Ontario’s Greater Golden Horseshoe and other parts of the province