The Government of Canada supports rehabilitation of Centennial Bridge in Miramichi

News Release

Project made possible thanks to the federal New Building Canada Plan

May 11, 2015 – Miramichi, New Brunswick – Infrastructure Canada

Tilly O'Neill Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, on behalf of the Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, was joined today by the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for New Brunswick and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), the Honourable Roger Melanson, New Brunswick Minister of Finance and Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Honourable Bill Fraser, New Brunswick Minister of Tourism, Heritage and Culture and Minister responsible for the Northern and Miramichi Funds, and Gerry Cormier, Mayor of Miramichi to announce that the Government of Canada has identified the rehabilitation of the Centennial Bridge for funding of up to $38.6 million under the New Building Canada Plan.

The project will be carried out over the next nine years and involves safeguarding the bridge's structural integrity, increasing load capacity, and bringing the roadway up to current design standards.

This work will extend the bridge's lifespan by another 50 to 60 years and significantly improve driver safety in the Miramichi area while supporting job creation and economic growth throughout the region.

The New Building Canada Plan is the largest and longest federal infrastructure plan in Canada's history.

This unprecedented commitment is providing $53 billion to support provincial, territorial and municipal infrastructure between 2014 and 2024.

Over this ten-year period, New Brunswick will benefit from approximately $866 million in dedicated federal funding, including almost $394 million under the New Building Canada Fund.

Quick facts

The Government of Canada has selected this project for funding consideration of up to half of the total eligible project cost of $82,880,000, to a maximum of $38,640,000, under the New Building Canada Fund's Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component-National and Regional Projects. This funding is conditional on the project meeting applicable federal eligibility requirements with respect to the New Building Canada Fund and the signing of a contribution agreement.
The Government of New Brunswick will be responsible for the remaining costs of the project, which are estimated to be $44,240,000.
The $53-billion New Building Canada Plan provides stable funding for a 10-year period and includes:

the Community Improvement Fund, which consists of the Gas Tax Fund and the incremental Goods and Services Tax Rebate for Municipalities and will provide over $32 billion to municipalities for projects such as roads, public transit, recreational facilities, and other community infrastructure.
the $14-billion New Building Canada Fund, which consists of:

the $4-billion National Infrastructure Component that will support projects of national significance; and
the $10-billion Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component for projects of national, regional and local significance, with $1 billion going to communities with fewer than 100,000 residents through the Small Communities Fund.

an additional $1.25 billion in funding for the Public-Private Partnerships (P3) Canada Fund administered by PPP Canada.

Quotes

"I am thrilled that the rehabilitation of this critical piece of local infrastructure will soon be under way. The Centennial Bridge not only links the communities of Miramichi, but is a key component of New Brunswick's transportation system and the social and economic progress of the entire region."

- Tilly O'Neill Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, on behalf of The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec

"Our Government's support for public infrastructure has never been stronger. We are pleased to work with the Government of New Brunswick to approve important projects like the Centennial Bridge rehabilitation through the New Building Canada Fund. Through this program, we are helping ensure infrastructure funding continues to flow in New Brunswick as we focus on creating jobs, promoting growth, and building strong, prosperous communities across Canada."

- The Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for New Brunswick and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency)

"Infrastructure renewal is a central part of our plan to stimulate job creation and economic activity in New Brunswick. We are proud to partner with the federal government to invest in the renewal of the Centennial Bridge, a strategic piece of infrastructure that links northern New Brunswick to the rest of the province and the country."

- The Honourable Roger Melanson, New Brunswick Minister of Finance and Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure

"The Centennial Bridge is an essential part of our community's infrastructure. We are extremely pleased that both levels of Government have committed to maintaining and upgrading this vital piece of our transportation system."

-Gerry Cormier, Mayor of Miramichi

Associated links

To learn more about the New Building Canada Fund – Provincial-Territorial Infrastructure Component – National and Regional Projects.
For additional information on the New Building Canada Plan.
To learn more about the Government of Canada's focus on jobs and the economy, consult Canada's Economic Action Plan.

Contacts

Vincent Rabault
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and
Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
613-943-1838

Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of State
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241

Bruce Macfarlane
Communications
Regional Development Corporation
506-453-8607
bruce.macfarlane@gnb.ca

Infrastructure Canada
613 960-9251
Toll-Free: 1-877-250-7154
media@infc.gc.ca
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