In November 2014, the Department of National Defence received $452 million for the repair and upgrade of Canadian Armed Forces facilities. Revitalized defence infrastructure across Canada will provide the Canadian Armed Forces with the facilities they need to support troops, military families and Reserve forces, as well as support operations at home and abroad, and to ensure the health and safety of our men and women in uniform.
The Department of National Defence has identified an opportunity to perform a number of improvements at its Armouries across Canada. Over the next two years, DND will invest $135 million in projects to repair roofs, siding, plumbing, and heating and ventilation systems.
The Government estimates that accelerated investments will also support the creation of more than 10,000 jobs in communities across Canada by the end of 2016.
The Government will invest a total of $2 million at the Brampton Armoury. The building interior requires a complete remodel, including new walls, floors, wiring and heating systems. Completion of the project is expected within two years.
The Brampton Armoury serves as the regimental headquarters to the Lorne Scots (Peel, Dufferin and Halton Regiment), an infantry regiment with the 32 Canadian Brigade Group, whose origins trace back nearly 150 years. The Armoury also houses the 557 Lorne Scots Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps.
