Over his career, Lorenc has played a key role in shaping infrastructure policy, strengthening industry and multi-stakeholder collaboration, and advancing Manitoba’s role in domestic, continental, and global trade and transportation.
His contributions include:
- Helping introduce the concept of the “infrastructure investment deficit,” now widely used in public policy
- Advancing a three-pillar federal infrastructure framework reflected in national policy
- Championing the proposition that growing the economy is job #1 for every level of government
- Providing leadership to organizations such as the Canadian Construction Association, CentrePort Canada, and the Western Canada Roadbuilders & Heavy Construction Association
- Supporting landmark reports that defined infrastructure funding needs in Winnipeg
- Contributing to the development of CentrePort Canada as a major economic initiative
- Promoting safety through initiatives such as the MHCA WorkSafely program and SAFE Roads Committee
- Supporting workforce development through sector councils and MHCA programs
In recent years, Lorenc has continued to focus on national trade infrastructure planning, transportation strategy, and workforce development.
“Under Chris’s leadership, MHCA has grown from 73 members to more than 420,” said Board Chair John Highmoor. “He expanded MHCA’s influence as a national voice for the heavy construction industry, and its programs and advocacy are now essential to the sector.”
Lorenc emphasized the collective nature of the association’s work.
“This progress reflects the efforts of many people across our industry, in government, and in business organizations,” he said. “Together, we have strengthened public policy and reinforced the importance of infrastructure to Manitoba and Canada’s economies and quality of life.”
Lorenc will work with the Board to support a smooth leadership transition in the months ahead.
