Governments of Canada and Yukon invest in three infrastructure projects throughout the Territory Français
WHITEHORSE, Sept. 10, 2018 /CNW/ - Rural and northern communities have unique infrastructure needs. Investing in modern and efficient infrastructure supports local economic opportunities, which goes hand in hand with improving family income, job opportunities and quality of life for those living and working in the North.
Today, the Honourable Larry Bagnell, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable John Streicker, Yukon Minister of Community Services, announced joint funding of over $16 million through the Small Communities Fund for three infrastructure projects across the Territory.
This funding will be used for planned improvements to the City of Dawson's water and sewer infrastructure. It is also enabling important upgrades to the Na-Cho Nyäk Dun Water Treatment Plant to ensure residents continue to have access to clean drinking water. In addition, this funding has been used to install 12 kilowatts of solar modules and energy storage in Moosehide, which will reduce the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in's reliance on diesel at this important community site.
Once completed, these projects will help to protect the local environment and keep communities in the Territory healthy and sustainable.
Quotes
"Today's announcement demonstrates Canada's commitment to working closely with Yukon to meet the unique needs of small communities. Along with our partners, we are proud to invest in green infrastructure projects like the ones announced today that will help maintain sustainable communities and clean waterways—leading to a better quality of life for those living and working in the Territory."
The Honourable Larry Bagnell, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
"Our partnership with the Government of Canada and collaboration with Yukon First Nations and municipalities is really helping us build and improve our communities. Projects to ensure access to clean drinking water and reduce diesel use improves the quality of life for Yukoners for today and the future."
The Honourable John Streicker, Yukon Minister of Community Services
"Access to safe clean drinking water is critical to the wellbeing of our citizens. Today's announcement represents an investment in one of our core infrastructure requirements and we thank the Government of Canada and the Yukon Government for their ongoing support."
Chief Simon Mervyn, First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun
“Maintaining water and sewer infrastructure is a key municipal responsibility and an important part of building a sustainable community. We are thankful for the assistance received from Canada and the Yukon Government for these essential upgrades.”
Mayor Wayne Potoroka, City of Dawson
“Reducing environmental impacts is a responsibility the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in take seriously. We are pleased to partner with other levels of government in bringing a clean, sustainable energy source to Moosehide and thank everyone who played a role in bringing twenty-first-century technology to our century-old gathering place.”
Chief Roberta Joseph, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in
Quick facts
- The Government of Canada is providing $12,245,000 to these projects through the Small Communities Fund and the Government of Yukon is providing up to $4,150,000.
- Through the Investing in Canada infrastructure plan, the Government of Canada will invest 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.
- $2 billion of this funding will support infrastructure projects that meet the unique needs of rural and northern communities like facilities to support food security, local access roads and enhanced broadband connectivity. In addition, $400 million will be delivered through the Arctic Energy Fund to advance energy security in the territories.
- $4 billion of this funding will support infrastructure projects in Indigenous communities.
Backgrounder
Governments of Canada and Yukon invest in three infrastructure projects throughout the Territory
The governments of Canada and Yukon are announcing funding for public infrastructure projects in communities across the Territory. The Government of Canada will provide up to $12,450,000 through the Small Communities Fund for three projects. The Government of Yukon will cover any remaining costs.
The projects announced today are as follows:
| Location |
Project |
Federal funding |
Community funding |
| First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun |
Na-Cho Nyäk Dun Water Treatment Plant Controls Upgrade |
$300,000 |
$100,000 |
| Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in |
Moosehide Village Solar PhotoVoltaic |
$375,000 |
$125,000 |
| Dawson City |
Dawson Water and Wastewater Upgrades Phase 2 |
$11,775,000 |
$3,925,000 |
Associated links
Investing in Canada: Canada's Long-Term Infrastructure Plan
Investing in Canada Plan Project Map
Federal infrastructure investments in Yukon
Twitter: @INFC_eng
Web: Infrastructure Canada
SOURCE Infrastructure Canada
Kate Monfette, Director of Communications, Office of the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, 613-301-0894, [email protected]; Janine Workman, Cabinet Communications, 867-393-7449, [email protected]; Bonnie Venton Ross, Communications, Community Services, Government of Yukon, 867-332-5513, [email protected]; Infrastructure Canada, 613-960-9251, Toll free: 1-877-250-7154, Email: [email protected]
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