June 8, 2026
Manitoba Government Invests $4.3 Million to Expand Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Across Rural Manitoba
The Manitoba government, through the Manitoba Water Services Board, is strengthening essential water and wastewater services in rural communities with major investments in four infrastructure projects that will improve system reliability, support community growth and ensure long‑term access to safe, high-quality water for residents, Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Glen Simard announced today.
“These investments reflect our government’s commitment to ensuring safe, reliable water and wastewater services for Manitobans,” said Simard. “By partnering with municipalities, we are strengthening critical infrastructure, supporting local development and improving quality of life for families and businesses across the province.”
The Manitoba government has provided $4.3 million toward four completed projects, including:
- Town of Arborg - $915,000 towards the town’s $2.4-million watermain renewals and new secondary supply well project that renewed approximately 1,080 metres of watermain, replaced valves and hydrants and constructed and mechanized a new groundwater supply well.
- Municipality of Emerson‑Franklin - $1.4 million towards the municipality’s $2.8-million sewer and water renewals project to renew 1,150 metres of sewer main and 250 metres of watermain, including new hydrants, valves, manholes and service connections in Emerson.
- Town of Melita - $350,000 towards the town’s $700,000 Maple Street sewer and water renewals project to renew 270 metres of sewer main and 425 metres of watermain, along with associated system and service upgrades.
- Rural Municipality of St. François Xavier - $1.67 million in support for the municipality’s $2.5-million rural water pipeline extension, which has expanded the rural water system with 22,435 metres of new pipeline and 20 new rural service connections.
“This investment in Arborg’s water infrastructure helps ensure residents and businesses continue to have access to safe, reliable drinking water for years to come,” said Mayor Peter Dueck, Town of Arborg. “We appreciate the Manitoba government’s support as we continue to strengthen essential services and support future growth in our community.”
The Manitoba government continues to work with municipalities to modernize essential public infrastructure, with a focus on long-term sustainability, public safety and economic resilience, the minister noted, adding that these four projects represent its ongoing commitment to investing in rural communities and ensuring access to dependable water and wastewater services.
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