Canada and Prince Edward Island to make significant investments that will improve the lives of Canadians
Press Release
Supporting new projects that build prosperous communities and transition to a clean growth economy
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, August 16, 2018—The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are working together to make long-term infrastructure investments that will create economic growth and well-paid middle-class jobs, build inclusive communities, and support a low carbon, green economy–leading to a higher quality of life for all Canadians.
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable H. Wade MacLauchlan, Premier of Prince Edward Island; and the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and Member of Parliament for Cardigan announced the signing of a new bilateral agreement under the Investing in Canada plan that will provide more than $366 million in federal funding over the next decade for infrastructure projects. The projects supported through this agreement will be cost-shared with the provincial government, municipalities and other partners.
The Investing in Canada plan will see the Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island make unprecedented investments in green infrastructure, recreational and cultural infrastructure, rural and northern community infrastructure, and public transit.
These investments will make a positive difference in communities, such as:
- cleaner air and water
- reduced greenhouse gas emissions
- smarter and more efficient cities
- sustainable water management
- enhanced public parks, recreational facilities and other spaces that make communities great places to live
- better transportation and digital infrastructure for people living in remote communities
- faster commute and travel time for more people, and easier movement of goods for businesses
Across Canada, more than $33 billion in federal funding will be invested through these new bilateral agreements with provinces and territories. Provinces and territories will develop three-year plans that will provide information on how they will implement their infrastructure projects.
Quotes
“Long-term investments in infrastructure are key to creating jobs and new opportunities for the middle class, as well as laying the groundwork for sustainable, long-term economic growth in Canada. I am very pleased to join Prince Edward Island today for the signing of this agreement as part of our Investing in Canada plan. Islanders will enjoy safer roads and highways, improved water and wastewater facilities, and will benefit from new green infrastructure. These investments will build strong, resilient and inclusive communities that will remain competitive in today’s economy and over the next century.”
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
“Our government values the strength of our partnership with the federal government and our common goal to help Canadians grow, prosper, and thrive. This new agreement will ensure Prince Edward Island remains the Mighty Island by focusing on what matters most, such as creating jobs, getting our products to markets near and far, and building stronger communities for all Islanders.”
The Honourable H. Wade MacLauchlan, Premier of Prince Edward Island
“Infrastructure development is vital to the health and wellbeing of all those living and working on Prince Edward Island. When the Government of Canada invests in infrastructure, we are investing in Canadians and making a difference in people’s daily lives. This new funding will provide Islanders with clean and reliable drinking water, increased green infrastructure, improved health and recreational opportunities, and more reliable community services.”
The Honourable Minister Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and Member of Parliament for Cardigan
“Through collaboration with the federal government and our communities, we are showing once again why Prince Edward Island is mighty. I look forward to the many advances we will be able to achieve in the priority areas of public transit, green infrastructure, culture, recreation, and rural development. We use our small size to our advantage, working together to make big things happen.”
The Honourable Paula Biggar, Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy
Quick facts
- Under the Investing in Canada plan, the Government of Canada 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.
- Under the first phase of the plan, Infrastructure Canada has approved over 3,540 projects across Canada worth a combined investment of more than $9.9 billion.
- As part of the Plan, Infrastructure Canada will deliver $33 billion over the next decade through new bilateral agreements with provinces and territories under four funding streams:
- $20.1 billion for public transit;
- $9.2 billion for green infrastructure;
- $1.3 billion for community, cultural and recreational infrastructure; and
- $2 billion for wide-ranging infrastructure needs in rural and northern communities.
- This marks the eleventh new long-term infrastructure agreement the Government of Canada has signed with provincial and territorial partners.
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Associated links
- Investing in Canada – Canada’s long-term infrastructure plan:
- Federal infrastructure investments in Prince Edward Island
Contacts
Kate Monfette
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
613-301-0894
kate.monfette@canada.ca
Katie MacDonald
Senior Communications Officer
Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy
Government of Prince Edward Island
902-314-3996
katiemacdonald@gov.pe.ca
Infrastructure Canada
613-960-9251
Toll free: 1-877-250-7154
Email: infc.media.infc@canada.ca
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