KEMPTVILLE — The Ontario government is investing up to $21.8 million to expand the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) to support construction of the Eastern Ontario Correctional Complex (EOCC). The province will soon enter a cost share agreement with the Municipality of North Grenville for the expansion of the wastewater treatment plant.
“This expansion is critical to helping build the jail in Kemptville,” said Solicitor General Michael Kerzner. “Today, we’re one step closer to getting the Eastern Ontario Correctional Complex done, while also improving water services for rural families and businesses.”
The state-of-the-art EOCC will add 235 beds in the Eastern Region and include features to ensure the safety of correctional officers and programing space.
“I’m pleased that our government is delivering on its commitment to help build the infrastructure North Grenville requires to meet the needs of this fast-growing community, including the Correctional Complex,” said Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MPP Steve Clark. “Our government remains a strong partner that municipalities in rural and Eastern Ontario can rely on to support them as we work together to grow our economy and keep our communities safe.”
Today’s announcement builds on the more than $500 million the government is investing to modernize adult correctional services across Ontario through infrastructure upgrades and hiring of new staff.
“This announcement from the Government of Ontario highlights a significant investment in North Grenville’s 30-year-old waste water treatment facility and the future of our community,” said Mayor Nancy Peckford. “With the province’s crucial financial support of the expansion of North Grenville’s Water Pollution Control Plant, our municipality can respond to the needs of our rapidly growing population, including new commercial and residential options, increase economic opportunities, more recreational amenities and a high quality of life. As one of Eastern Ontario’s most dynamic communities, it is imperative that we remain fiscally healthy, protect our environment, and ensure smart and sustainable investments that benefit North Grenville as a whole”.