Town receives Resilience Infrastructure Funding

The Town of Oakville received provincial and federal funding from the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) – COVID-19 Resilience Stream to expand the town’s transportation network and implement facility upgrades. In total, the town has received $1.8 million from the federal government and $464,981 from the provincial government.

The funds received by the town will be used to expand the town’s active transportation network, which includes the construction of 20 pedestrian crossovers. The construction of these crossovers will increase the accessibility of the town’s active transportation network by providing more controlled crossing locations at trail connections and intersections for pedestrians.

Funds will also go towards needed improvements to town facilities including the conversion of washroom fixtures such as faucets, urinals, toilets and showers to touchless fixtures in order to reduce coming into contact with high-touch washroom surfaces. This will also include a heating, ventilation and air conditioning audit of all town facilities and recommended upgrades.

Last month, funding was announced by the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Communities and provincial partners, in order to support municipalities in the GTHA as they respond to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Government of Canada is investing over $92.1 million in municipalities through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the ICIP and the Government of Ontario is contributing more than $23 million to help ensure public infrastructure is safe and reliable.

The COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream, implemented in response to the pandemic, allows the Government of Canada to invest up to 80 per cent of eligible costs for projects in provinces, and up to 100 per cent for projects in territories and Indigenous communities. The Ontario government will invest 20 per cent of the eligible costs for projects across the province.

For more information, visit the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program website.

"The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on the well-being of all Canadians and ensuring that residents have access to safe and inclusive community spaces is essential. Across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area we’re investing over $92 million - 80 cents on every dollar - through the COVID-19 Resilience Municipal Stream to support municipalities with better ventilation in building such a as shelters, improved accessibility, sidewalk upgrades and new bike lanes, to improve safety and access for residents now and in the future. Canada’s infrastructure plan invests in thousands of projects, creates jobs across the country, and builds stronger, more resilient communities."

- The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities

"The Government of Ontario is committed to making Oakville safer and more accessible. This critical funding is essential for making buildings more inclusive and ensuring the safety of residents on our roadways."

- Stephen Crawford, Member of Provincial Parliament for Oakville

“Our government is proud to invest in a more than $2.3 million improvement in important Oakville infrastructure. Everyone in the community will benefit from the 20 new pedestrian crossovers and improved washrooms and HVAC upgrades. We are working together for improved – and safer – services for Oakville.”

- Effie Triantafilopoulos, Member of Provincial Parliament for Oakville North-Burlington

“Our government is committed to supporting municipalities and funding local projects as we work to build back better and create stronger, more resilient communities. The COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream will have a direct impact on our community here in Oakville, by providing the necessary upgrades to our public spaces, facilities and services.”

- Anita Anand, Member of Parliament for Oakville

“The Government of Canada is committed to working with provinces to ensure our communities have everything they need to build back better from the pandemic. That includes making sure our public spaces, municipal services and facilities are upgraded and enhanced to ensure a safe and successful recovery. The Government of Canada is investing 80% of the funding for these projects through the COVID-19 Resilience Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program and the Government of Ontario is contributing the remaining 20%. This funding will flow directly to municipalities like Oakville, allowing municipalities to determine where they are needed most. I’m particularly pleased to see Oakville has chosen to prioritize pedestrian crossings and facility upgrades.”

- Pam Damoff, Member of Parliament for Oakville North-Burlington

“Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Oakville residents have utilized our town’s outdoor amenities. This is a trend we expect to continue and our Council is committed to advancing more community and outdoor infrastructure for our residents. We are pleased to receive funding that will help upgrade and convert facilities, as well as improve the safety and enjoyment of our active transportation network for our community.”

- Rob Burton, Mayor of Oakville