Canada and Quebec invest in water infrastructure to ensure adequate services and stimulate the economy in the Centre-du-Québec region

DRUMMONDVILLE, QC, Sept. 15, 2020 /CNW/ - The governments of Canada and Quebec are taking decisive action to meet the needs of communities by investing in green infrastructure projects in all regions of Quebec. Providing communities with modern and reliable water infrastructure is a shared priority for both governments.

Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Andrée Laforest, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, announced funding for 21 infrastructure projects in the Centre-du-Québec region.

These projects include upgrades to municipal drinking water, storm-water management and wastewater collection systems.

The Government of Canada is investing over $19.3 million through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Plan. The Government of Quebec is also investing over $19.3 million through the Fonds pour l'infrastructure municipale d'eau (FIMEAU) funding program.

These federal–provincial contributions are part of a significant $637.8 million investment, announced by both governments on August 20, to upgrade water infrastructure in the province.

Quotes

"Building healthy communities starts with investing in essential services. Working with our provincial and municipal partners, we are ensuring Quebecers have access to safe and reliable drinking water and wastewater systems. Modern and efficient water infrastructure is essential to support healthy and resilient communities throughout Quebec. Canada's infrastructure plan invests in thousands of projects, creates jobs across the country, and builds stronger communities."

The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities

"Once again, our government is showing its commitment to prioritizing sustainable development with the modernization of water infrastructure. It is vital that all Quebecers have access to quality essential services. I am also proud of this investment because it contributes to the well-being of current and future generations, all the while having a considerable and positive impact on economic recovery. This is a fine example of partnership for the benefit of our communities."

Andrée Laforest, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing

"I am very pleased that the Centre-du-Québec region can benefit from these water infrastructure projects. The work that will be carried out is a significant investment which will ensure the sustainability of our municipal infrastructure all while creating jobs and helping communities get back on their feet."

The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Quebec Lieutenant

"I welcome today's announcement: the amount invested in the region will provide our citizens with access to water infrastructure that better meets current quality standards. Additionally, the implementation of future projects will contribute to the health of the economy in several municipalities across the province."

André Lamontagne, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and Minister Responsible for the Centre-du-Québec Region

Quick facts

• Under the Investing in Canada plan, the Government of Canada is investing more than $180 billion over 12 years in public-transit projects, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, trade and transportation routes, and Canada's rural and northern communities.
• As part of the Investing in Canada Plan, the Government of Canada has invested over $6.2 billion in 790 infrastructure projects in Quebec.
• The Government of Quebec's Fonds pour l'infrastructure municipale d'eau (FIMEAU) aims to carry out the construction, rehabilitation, expansion and addition to municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. It consists of a total investment of $1.5 billion. Two more project submission periods are planned for 2022 and 2024. 
• Quebec's 2020–2030 Infrastructure Plan calls for nearly $7.5 billion in investments in municipal infrastructure under the responsibility of the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l'Habitation (MAMH).
• To support Canadians and communities during the coronavirus pandemic, a new stream has been added to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to help fund pandemic-resilient infrastructure.
• Furthermore, the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative will provide up to $31 million in existing federal funding to help communities adapt spaces and services in response to immediate and ongoing coronavirus-related needs over the next two years.

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Canada and Quebec invest in water infrastructure to ensure adequate services and stimulate the economy in the Centre-du-Québec region

The governments of Canada and Québec are investing in water infrastructure to ensure adequate drinking water services, storm water management and wastewater collection systems, while contributing to economic recovery.

In the Centre-du-Québec region, the Government of Canada is investing over $19.3 million for 21 projects through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Plan. The Government of Quebec is also investing over $19.3 million through the Fonds pour l'infrastructure municipale d'eau (FIMEAU) funding program. These projects include upgrades to municipal drinking water, storm-water management and wastewater collection systems.

Project information :

Location	Project details	Federal contribution	Provincial contribution	Municipal contribution*
Bécancour	Replacement of approximately 4,361 metres of drinking water, wastewater and storm water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,999,872	$1,999,872	$999,938
Ham-Nord	Completely replacing the pressure-reducing valve chamber and the equipment in place.	$149,357	$149,357	$74,680
Parisville	Replacement of approximately 1,190 metres of drinking water, wastewater, and storm water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$386,870	$386,870	$193,435
Parisville	Replacement of approximately 3,739 metres of pipes for sanitary and storm water systems. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,299,340	$1,299,340	$649,672
Plessisville	Replacement of approximately 4,219 metres of pipes to improve water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems; including the addition of new sanitary pipes for sewer separation. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,779,898	$1,779,898	$889,951
Saint-Célestin	Replacement of approximately 1,926 metres of drinking water, wastewater, and storm water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$816,760	$816,760	$408,381
Saint-Christophe-d'Arthabaska	Bringing up to standard and extending the drinking water main by approximately 2420 metres.	$669,600	$669,600	$334,800
Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover	Replacement of approximately 2,573 metres of drinking water, wastewater and storm water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$776,200	$776,200	$388,100
Sainte-Clotilde-de-Horton	Replacement of approximately 2,022 metres of drinking water, wastewater, and storm water pipes; including the addition of new storm water pipes for sewer separation. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$737,785	$737,785	$368,893
Saint-Elphège	Replacement of approximately 2,394 metres of drinking water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$553,012	$553,012	$276,508
Sainte-Monique	Replacement of approximately 2,662 metres of drinking water and wastewater pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,261,371	$1,261,371	$630,688
Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard	Replacement of approximately 5,111 metres of drinking water, wastewater, and storm water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,999,962	$1,999,962	$999,983
Saint-François-du-Lac	Replacement of approximately 560 metres of drinking water, wastewater, and storm water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$212,375	$212,375	$106,188
Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick	Replacement of approximately 2,922 metres of drinking water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,585,185	$1,585,185	$792,594
Saint-Rosaire	Replacement of approximately 2,204 metres of drinking water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$744,870	$744,870	$372,435
Saint-Zéphirin-de-Courval	Replacement of approximately 3,663 metres of pipes to improve drinking water and wastewater systems. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,378,277	$1,378,277	$689,140
Victoriaville	Replacement of 723 metres of drinking water, wastewater, and storm water pipes; including the addition of new storm water pipes for sewer separation. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$273,380	$273,380	$136,690
Victoriaville	Replacement of approximately 2,631 metres of pipes to improve water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems; including the addition of new sanitary and storm pipes for sewer separation. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,020,615	$1,020,615	$510,309
Victoriaville	Replacement of approximately 1,048 metres of pipes to improve water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems; including the addition of new storm water pipes for sewer separation. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$449,810	$449,810	$224,906
Victoriaville	Replacement of approximately 670 metres of pipes to improve water, sanitary, and storm sewer systems; including the addition of new storm water pipes for sewer separation. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$255,375	$255,375	$127,688
Warwick	Replacement of 2,585 metres of drinking water, wastewater, and storm water pipes. Work also includes road restoration and roadway landscaping associated with the pipe replacement.	$1,004,717	$1,004,717	$502,360

*As per the Memorandum of Understanding, contribution amounts shown consists of the difference between the maximum admissible project costs and the federal-provincial investment amount. 

Related links

News Release — Canada and Quebec invest in water infrastructure to ensure adequate services and stimulate the economy, August 20, 2020 

Investing in COVID-19 Community Resilience 

Canada Healthy Communities Initiative

Investing in Canada Plan Project Map 

Federal investments in Quebec infrastructure projects

Fonds pour l'infrastructure municipale d'eau (FIMEAU)

Quebec Infrastructure Plan, 2020–2030

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SOURCE Infrastructure Canada

Chantalle Aubertin, Press Secretary, Office of the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, 613-941-0660, [email protected]; Bénédicte Trottier Lavoie, Press Secretary, Office of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Minister Responsible for the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Region, 514-686-7100; Media Relations, Infrastructure Canada, 613-960-9251, Toll-free: 1-877-250-7154, Email: [email protected]; Media Relations Team, Communications Directorate at the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l'Habitation, 418-691-2015, extension 83746

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