Sussex — Sussex is building two flood diversion channels and overpasses after an investment of $25.6 million from the federal and municipal governments. This was announced by Member of Parliament Wayne Long and Mayor Marc Thorne. The first channel will extend from Trout Creek to the Kennebecasis River flood plain, crossing Route 1, while the second channel will link Parson Brook to …
Thompson-Nicola Regional District — The Lower Nicola Indian Band is revitalizing natural green spaces and completing bank stabilization with an investment of $190,000 from the federal government. The funding supports planting various types of trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass at several locations on different reserves that were disturbed by the flooding event in Merritt in 2021. The revegetation efforts aim …
The Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund is helping communities build resilience for future climate-related weather events Pictou County – Climate comfort centres play an essential role during extreme weather events, offering residents a place to shelter, charge devices, use the internet, and check in with family and friends. By providing a space where people can feel safe, supported, and connected during …
Quebec City — The governments of Canada and Quebec announce the signing of the Agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the 2024-2034 period. Under this agreement, Quebec will receive more than $2.8 billion in CCBF funding over the next five years, including $535 million for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, helping municipalities address local infrastructure priorities. Announced by Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and …
Budget 2024 is seizing the opportunities of today to build a Canada that works better for every generation. Ottawa – First, the government is delivering fairness for every generation with a housing plan that includes nearly 4 million new homes, transformative expansions to Canada’s social safety net to make life cost less and ensure Canadians get the care they need, …
Gabriola Island — The federal government is investing up to $1.7 million in rural communities across British Columbia for transit studies, planning projects, vehicle purchases, and supporting infrastructure. On Gabriola Island, the funding will support their community bus system, Gabriola’s Environmentally Responsible Trans-Island Express (GERTIE). They will buy two electric passenger buses to replace the two passenger diesel buses currently in service. …
Winnipeg – The federal government launched a new Co‑operative Housing Development Program to support a new generation of co-op housing in Canada and help make housing more affordable. For decades, co-ops have provided Canadians with secure, affordable, and community-oriented homes. The new $1.5 billion program – co-designed with the Co-operative Housing Federation of Canada and other leaders in the co-op sector – will provide …
Ottawa – Communities across Canada need new infrastructure that is built for healthy, affordable living, economic sustainability and ensures the safety of homes and businesses in the 21st century. Making our communities more liveable in a world impacted by climate-related events including floods, storms, and wildfires means planning ahead and building more resilient roads, bridges, water treatment facilities, telecommunication, networks …
Winnipeg – The Government of Canada is investing in the transformational development of the Wehwehneh Bahgahkinahgohn project at the site of the former Hudson’s Bay Company building in downtown Winnipeg. Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan announced a joint federal investment of more than $31 million. Infrastructure Canada is investing $25 million through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program, while …
Nova Scotia — Queens County Transit has expanded their fleet after a combined investment of $116,293 from the federal and provincial governments. They have purchased two new hybrid vehicles to provide on-demand transit services to help people get around the community. This investment will help Queens County Transit Society better serve and better support those who depend on and use …
