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Four Additional Infrastructure Projects in the Eastern Region Get Joint Government Funding

The governments of Canada and Manitoba are announcing funding for four projects in communities in eastern Manitoba today under the New Building Canada Plan’s Small Communities Fund.

The Small Communities Fund is part of the $10-billion Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component of the New Building Canada Fund. It will provide $1 billion to municipalities with fewer than 100,000 residents for priority public infrastructure projects that deliver on local needs.

Funding for the City of Steinbach will build upon work done under phase 1 and will see the installation of approximately 1,600 metres each of new waterlines and sewer lines to replace existing aging underground infrastructure.

The Town of Niverville will install approximately 2,100 metres of water mains to provide potable water and fire protection to the Main Street area, as well as enhancing water availability to multiple residential sectors.

The RM of Tache will complete a new supply well, an in-ground concrete water storage reservoir and distribution pumping system, as well as construct a facility to house electrical, mechanical and treatment components in the community of Landmark. 

The RM of Hanover will put the additional funding toward the construction of a new wastewater lift station and forcemain to address capacity issues in the community of Blumenort.

Quick Facts

• The Government of Canada will provide up to $3,699,155 through the Small Communities Fund for the four projects announced today.
• The Province of Manitoba will also contribute $3,699,155 to the four projects.
• The total eligible cost of the four projects is $11,097,465.
• The four projects include three water infrastructure projects and one wastewater infrastructure projects. See the attached backgrounder for additional details on the new projects being announced.

Quotes

“Our Government’s support for public infrastructure in municipalities across Canada, big and small, has never been stronger. These vital infrastructure projects in communities like Landmark, Blumenort, Steinbach and Niverville will create jobs, promote growth and contribute to the development of strong, prosperous communities throughout Manitoba. Keeping our communities healthy and safe, creating jobs, promoting growth and building strong, prosperous communities are our Government’s highest priorities, all of which are being addressed through the New Building Canada Plan.” – Ted Falk, Member of Parliament for Provencher.

“Investments in infrastructure are investments in the people of Manitoba, and their long-term health and welfare. This funding will make sure Manitobans across the province benefit from investments that improve their everyday quality of life and the long-term stability of their communities. The Manitoba government is proud of its role in creating good jobs and enhancing strong communities. These investments will go the distance for Manitobans, for decades to come.” – Drew Caldwell, Minister of Municipal Government.

“The projects selected under the Small Communities Fund will make a significant contribution to our members’ infrastructure needs. The AMM is pleased to be part of this successful partnership which brings needed infrastructure investments to Manitoba municipalities.” – Chris Goertzen, President, Association of Manitoba Municipalities.

Associated Links

More information about the Small Communities Fund can be found at www.infrastructure.gc.ca/plan/sc-cp-eng.html

Additional information on the New Building Canada Plan can be found at ww.infrastructure.gc.ca/plan/sc-cp-eng.html.

To learn more about Manitoba’s infrastructure projects, visit www.infrastructure.mb.ca.