Tuesday, January 20, 2026
A combined investment of more than $1.7 million ig going towards replacement in Upper Island Cove and Carbonear in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Investment in the two projects comes from all three levels of government.
Two hundred and ten metres of aging water lines along Dobbin’s Lane, Sharpe’s Lane and Catty’s Lane in Upper Island Cove are being replaced to ensure continued service, a Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada release said.
In Carbonear, 303 metres of watermain and sewer systems along Garlands Lane are being replaced to provide reliable service to 13 existing homes and to support future residential growth, the release said.
“These important projects demonstrate what can be accomplished when governments come together to improve the lives of the residents we serve. The initiatives will not only impact the towns, the residents and their sense of belonging, but also generate employment opportunities and economic benefits for the area. We will continue to work with our municipal and federal partners and industry to improve communities throughout our province,” provincial minister of transportation and infrastructure Barry Petten said.
In Carbonear, the federal government is investing $451,614 in this project, while Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $451,614 and the Town of Carbonear is contributing $225,806.
In Upper Island Cove, the federal government is investing $331,974 in this project, while Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $265,579 and the Town of Upper Island Cove is contributing $66,395.
“The funding announced today will go a long way in helping our town improve its water and sewer system. These municipal services are important for our residents and greatly impact their lives and how they experience our town,” Upper Island Cove mayor Cindy Dobbin added.
