Fundy Albert will be building new wells and related infrastructure thanks to the combined investment of over $12.2 million from the governments of Canada and New Brunswick and the municipality. Announced by Wayne Long, Member of the Legislative Assembly Mike Holland, and Mayor Robert Rochon, this project will aim to address the recurring boil water advisories, reduce the pumping time of the current well and improve access to potable water in the Village.

“Investments in green infrastructure are key to building vibrant and sustainable communities. The investments we are making today will provide residents and visitors with high-quality services for years to come.”

Wayne Long, MP, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities

“This project will aim to address the recurring boil water advisories that the village has experienced over a number of years. Residents will certainly benefit from these upgrades and local businesses can continue to welcome visitors from around the world to this iconic community on the Bay of Fundy.”

Mike Holland, MLA for Albert, on behalf of Réjean Savoie, Minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation. 

“Council of the Village of Fundy Albert is very pleased with this announcement and appreciative of the federal and provincial contributions to this extremely important project for the Community of Alma. Once realized, this new water source and related infrastructure will provide much needed stability and predictability for residents and business owners in this important tourist community. We appreciate the residents and business owners in Alma who have cooperated through numerous requests to conserve water, and repeated boil water advisories. With this announcement, there is now reason for optimism.”

Robert Rochon, Mayor of Fundy Albert

• The Government of Canada is investing $7,344,000 in this project through the Rural and Northern Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, while the Government of New Brunswick is investing $4,079,592 and the Village of Fundy Albert is contributing $816,408.

• This stream supports projects that increase access to more efficient and reliable energy sources, improve community infrastructure, and improved internet connectivity for rural and northern communities.

• Under the Investing in Canada Plan, the federal government is investing 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.

• Infrastructure Canada helps address complex challenges that Canadians face every day—ranging from the rapid growth of our cities, to climate change, and environmental threats to our water and land.

• The funding announced today builds on the Government of Canada's work through the Atlantic Growth Strategy to create well-paying middle-class jobs, strengthen local economies, and build inclusive communities.

Associated links

• Investing in Canada: Canada’s Long-Term Infrastructure Plan
• Investing in Canada Plan Project Map
• Rural and Northern Infrastructure Stream
• Federal infrastructure investments in New Brunswick

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