Investing in public infrastructure supports efficient, affordable and sustainable transit services that help Canadians and their families get to work, school and essential services on time and back home safely at the end of a long day. The governments of Canada and Ontario are making investments that will help create well-paying jobs and grow the middle class now while building a strong foundation for a sustainable economic future.

“The Government of Canada recognizes how important affordable and efficient transit infrastructure is to growing the middle class and getting Canadians where they need to go. This investment will make the Town of Huntsville a stronger, more inclusive and sustainable community, and contribute to ensuring that our communities remain among the best places in the world to live, work and raise a family.”

The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities

“I am pleased to be working with our municipal and federal partners to invest our transit infrastructure. Improving safety and accessibility will help to connect our community and make sure everyone can get where they need to go. We here in Northern Ontario understand the need for increased transit infrastructure funding and I know this investment will be greatly appreciated.”

The Honourable Glenn Thibeault, Ontario Minister of Energy and Member of Provincial Parliament for Sudbury, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Del Duca, Ontario Minister of Transportation

“Public transit is essential for those who work, study, and play in Huntsville. We are grateful for projects like this one that improve Huntsville Transit’s services and infrastructure. This announcement further demonstrates our dedication to providing superior services that enhance our community, increase jobs, and provide economic stability for our residents.”

His Worship Scott Aitchison, Mayor of the Town of Huntsville

• 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.

• $25.3 billion of this funding will support public transit projects, including $5 billion that will be available for investment through the Canada Infrastructure Bank. 

• Since 2004, the Government of Ontario has committed more than $3.7 billion to municipalities across the province through the provincial gas tax program. This funding supports municipal transit systems.

Associated Links

• Government of Canada’s $180-billion+ infrastructure plan
• Federal infrastructure investments in Ontario
• The Public Transit Infrastructure Fund
• Building Ontario - Infrastructure Plan
• Smart Cities Challenge

Brook Simpson
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
613-219-0149
brook.simpson@canada.ca

Celso Pereira
Minister’s Office
Ontario Ministry of Transportation
647-201-9348
celso.pereira2@ontario.ca

Denise Corry
Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Huntsville
(705) 789-1751 ext 2225
denise.corry@huntsville.ca

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