Monday, September 29, 2025
The Town of Oakville will receive more than $3.2 million from the Government of Ontario to build new stormwater infrastructure along Sixth Line, supporting both housing development and climate resilience.
The $4.5-million project is part of the town’s larger Sixth Line Widening initiative and will see 2,385 metres of new storm sewer installed north of Dundas Street. The system is designed to carry heavy rainfall from major storms to a stormwater facility where it can be safely managed, improving drainage for the surrounding community.
The project is expected to support the construction of approximately 340 new homes, including an estimated 278 homes planned for 2026.
“With our investments in the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program, we’re unlocking more housing and building critical infrastructure that will protect communities, keep workers on the job and lay the groundwork for a stronger economy,” said Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure. “The Sixth Line Stormwater Pipe project will ensure the Town of Oakville has access to better stormwater infrastructure to support residents and businesses for years to come.”
Oakville Mayor Rob Burton said the investment helps prepare the community for sustainable growth. “This joint investment by the Town and the Province will also support the construction of 278 new homes in 2026 and help Oakville achieve its housing goals,” he said.
The province’s $3.29-million contribution comes through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund, covering about 73 per cent of the project’s total cost.
