A joint investment of approximately $465,000 by the Provincial Government and the Town of Upper Island Cove will support both drinking water and storm system upgrades under the Municipal Capital Works Program.

The project involves the replacement of the old infrastructure with new, modern materials, design and construction standards. Upgrades will be made to the drinking water system in the town and road improvements will facilitate better stormwater collection, minimizing the amount of sediment runoff.

The Municipal Capital Works program fosters the development of cost-shared projects for many types of municipal infrastructure. Typical projects include water and wastewater treatment, seawalls, roads, recreational facilities, town halls and fire halls. Funding is cost-shared between provincial and municipal governments and is available to municipalities, local service districts and Inuit Community Governments. More information on initiatives to facilitate and build on municipal capital works throughout the province can be found here.

Budget 2024 includes more than $172 million for community infrastructure projects being completed under the Municipal Capital Works Program and the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.

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“Municipal infrastructure improvements are important factors in the overall well-being of residents throughout our province. These infrastructure projects also lead to employment for tradespeople and economic benefits across Newfoundland and Labrador.”
Honourable John G. Abbott
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure

“Municipal infrastructure projects like those being funded for Upper Island Cove have a significant impact on residents. Improvements to drinking water systems and road upgrades impact how we experience our towns and communities. I am very pleased these upgrades will positively impact my district.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality and MHA for Harbour Grace-Port de Grave

“On behalf of the Town of Upper Island Cove, I am pleased that we will replace and upgrade the aged infrastructure on three town roads with new modern and sustainable material. We are always working hard to keep our town not only a wonderful place to live and work, but also a great place for tourists. Water and road upgrades will have a lasting impact for years to come.”
Her Worship Cindy Dobbin
Mayor of Upper Island Cove

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