The Government of Canada is using every tool at its disposal, leveraging technology, innovation and partnerships, to build homes at scale.
To that end, Member of Parliamentary Bobby Morrissey, Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy and Minister of Fisheries, Rural Development and Tourism Ernie Hudson, and Mayor Hector MacLeod announced a joint investment of more than $3.4 million through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) to help Alberton meet its growing housing demand and create a neighbourhood that integrates residential, commercial, and recreational uses for the benefit of current and future residents.
Funding will support the construction of 680 metres of new streets with curbs and gutters, including an active transportation trail.
Underneath the new streets, project work will consist of the completion of an entire wastewater conveyance system with access to a central wastewater treatment plant. In addition, a stormwater management system, including a detention pond, storm pipes, and drainage structures, will control runoff and mitigate flooding risks.
These types of important infrastructure projects support the Government of Canada's goal to address the housing crisis, and complement the work of Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency that will build affordable homes, support builders with financing, and encourage better building methods. This investment also supports "Building Together" - Prince Edward Island Housing Strategy 2024-2029.
Together, we will make housing more affordable by unleashing the power of public-private cooperation, catalysing a modern housing industry, and creating new careers in the skilled trades.
