2024 Canadian Common Ground Alliance DIRT Report
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Canadian Common Ground Alliance (CCGA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the official release of the 2024 CCGA National DIRT (Damage Information Reporting Tool) Report. This annual report provides a comprehensive, data-driven overview of damage trends across Canada and is an essential resource for all stakeholders committed to advancing damage prevention and public safety.
Based on damage reports submitted by stakeholders from across the country, the 2024 DIRT Report offers national insights into root causes, high-risk behaviours, reporting trends, and opportunities for improvement. This year’s analysis continues to highlight the importance of collaboration among contractors, locators, infrastructure owners, and Regional Common Ground Alliances in reducing damages and strengthening Canada’s damage prevention culture.
Important Note: Socio-Economic Cost Estimate Under Review
The Board wishes to advise readers that the Socio-Economic Cost Estimate section, which has historically provided a national estimate of the broader economic impacts of underground infrastructure damages, is temporarily withheld from this edition.
The CCGA’s updated socio-economic costing model, currently undergoing quality review and validation with our consultant, has presented results that require further analysis to ensure clarity, consistency, and confidence for all stakeholders.
Once the model review is completed and formally accepted by the CCGA Board of Directors, the updated Socio-Economic Cost Estimate section will be added to the 2024 DIRT Report and re-released.
Commitment to Transparency and Continuous Improvement
The CCGA remains committed to providing accurate, credible, and actionable national damage data. We appreciate the ongoing collaboration of our partners and stakeholders as we continue to strengthen the quality and value of Canada’s damage prevention information. Stakeholders will be notified as soon as the updated section is available.
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