The Government of Canada is investing over $33.4 million in Newfoundland and Labrador this year to strengthen and better connect communities across the province. This funding aims to support foundational infrastructure projects such as public transit, water systems, local roads, and bridges, which are critical for community growth and economic development.
With this financial support, communities will be able to build both essential and recreational infrastructure that contributes to the wellbeing of families. For instance, in Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s, more than $2 million from the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) has been used to upgrade the wastewater treatment plant and improve local roads, ensuring access to clean water and safer transportation.
The CCBF provides communities with flexible funding to address current and future infrastructure needs strategically. This approach allows local governments to prioritize projects that unlock housing potential, improve connectivity, and foster long-term growth.
Government officials have emphasized the importance of these investments. The Honourable Joanne Thompson highlighted that strong communities are the foundation of a strong Canada, stressing that practical infrastructure investments are essential for advancing local priorities and promoting sustainable development. Meanwhile, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Minister of Municipal Affairs, Paul Pike, reaffirmed the province’s commitment to working with federal partners to enhance quality of life and economic sustainability through infrastructure development.
The Canada Community-Building Fund is a permanent and indexed federal funding source that will distribute $26.7 billion nationwide between 2024 and 2034 to support core infrastructure investments. In the 2025-26 fiscal year, $2.5 billion will be allocated to 3,700 communities across Canada, including $33.4 million specifically for Newfoundland and Labrador. Since 2015, over $386 million has been invested in Newfoundland and Labrador through the CCBF as part of a broader $26.6 billion national commitment.
The CCBF funding is provided to provinces and territories, which then pass it on to local governments and other entities to support projects aligned with increasing housing supply and building connected, resilient communities. This funding is tied to commitments from governments to prioritize infrastructure that promotes sustainable community growth and development.
