Infrastructure Improvements Planned for Northeastern Ontario
Province Building Stronger Communities, Creating Jobs
Ontario is investing close to $27 million to support improvements to critical infrastructure while creating local construction jobs in Northeastern Ontario.
The province is supporting 28 projects through the Small, Rural and Northern Municipal Infrastructure Fund, which is providing $100 million to help municipalities across the province build and maintain key infrastructure.
Our government continues to invest in new and modern infrastructure that is building stronger communities, growing regional economies and creating jobs across the north. By investing in these crucial projects, we are expanding opportunities for northern residents and businesses and improving the economic well-being of the province.” Michael Gravelle, Minister of Northern Development and Mines
Investing in modern infrastructure is part of the government’s economic plan that is creating jobs for today and tomorrow. The comprehensive plan and its six priorities focus on Ontario’s greatest strengths — its people and strategic partnerships. Investing in infrastructure helps deliver on the Growth Plan for Northern Ontario.
The Ontario government is committed to working with municipalities, especially our rural and northern partners, to help make critical infrastructure investments that will strengthen our communities across the province. Through the Small, Rural and Northern Municipal Infrastructure Fund, we are ensuring that the right investments are made at the right time.” Glen R. Murray, Minister of Infrastructure
Quick Facts
- Since 2003, the Ontario government has provided approximately $13 billion to help municipalities repair and upgrade roads, bridges, water, wastewater treatment facilities and other critical community infrastructure.
- Over the next three years, Ontario is investing more than $35 billion in infrastructure across the province, which will support more than 100,000 jobs on average each year.
