Backgrounder: Canada and Nunavut Reach Agreement under New Federal Infrastructure Funding Program
Backgrounder
Canada and Nunavut have approved three community infrastructure projects, to date, under a new federal infrastructure program introduced as part of Phase 1 of the 10-year Investing in Canada plan. The Clean Water and Wastewater Fund will address key infrastructure priorities with a focus on repairing and upgrading existing facilities and assets.
Clean Water and Wastewater Fund
The Government of Canada is providing over $36 million for three projects to rehabilitate and improve the community water and wastewater systems in the territory. The Government of Nunavut and communities are also providing over $12 million for these projects. Combined with territorial and community contributions, more than $48 million will be going toward providing Nunavut families with clean, reliable water sources.
The Government of Nunavut will identify additional projects for Phase 1 funding in the coming months.
| Location | Project Name | Federal Funding | Territorial/Community Funding | Anticipated Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Iqaluit |
Iqaluit Wastewater Upgrades |
$19,875,000 |
$6,625,000 |
April 1, 2016 |
| Chesterfield Inlet |
Water Treatment Upgrades |
$1,050,000 |
$350,000 |
April 1, 2017 |
| Arviat |
Water Infrastructure |
$15,750,000 |
$5,250,000 |
April 1, 2016 |
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