The Ontario government is investing up to $8,691,562 to rehabilitate water infrastructure in the City of Peterborough.
The funding comes through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream, part of a $4-billion provincial commitment to support housing-enabling infrastructure.
“Our government is taking the necessary steps to ensure that Peterborough has the robust, modern infrastructure needed to support our growing community,” Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith said. “By investing nearly $8.7 million into the rehabilitation of water systems at Lansdowne and Park Street, we are not only protecting our access to safe drinking water but also clearing the way for new housing developments. This is about building a safer, more prosperous Peterborough where families can thrive for generations to come.”
The funding will support improvements to infrastructure at Lansdowne Street and Park Street.
Mayor Jeff Leal welcomed the announcement, calling it critical to the city’s continued growth.
“This significant provincial investment in Peterborough’s water infrastructure is critical to protecting public health and supporting our city’s continued growth,” Leal said. “Reliable, modern water systems are the foundation of safe neighbourhoods and economic development. We thank the Province of Ontario and MPP Dave Smith for recognizing the importance of investing in core infrastructure that will serve our community today and for generations to come.”
Ontario’s Acting Minister of Infrastructure, Todd McCarthy, said the broader program will help communities move forward on key projects.
“As we continue to navigate economic uncertainty and unwarranted U.S. tariffs, our government is protecting Ontario by investing in critical infrastructure that drives growth, creates jobs and strengthens communities,” McCarthy said. “Through our historic $4 billion Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program, we are giving municipalities and First Nations the tools they need to get shovels in the ground and build stronger communities.”
