Thursday, June 18, 2026
The federal government announced it is investing more than $1.2 million in the Brett Sewer Lift Station and Forcemain upgrade project in the District of Saanich through the Direct Delivery stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund.
The project includes both planning and capital components. The funding will support the development of a detailed design, work to decommission the existing lift station, and the construction of a modern replacement facility.
“The Build Communities Strong Fund is building the systems that Canadians rely on every day. Today’s investment in water systems in the District of Saanich will help provide reliable sewer services, protect the local environment, and support new development opportunities in our fast-growing community,” said Stephanie McLean, MP for Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke.
Modernizing the sewer system will increase capacity, make it run more efficiently, lower emissions, and reduce the risk of service disruptions and environmental contamination. It will also support the District of Saanich’s growth and ensure there’s capacity for future housing development in the Brett sewer service area.
“The increased system capacity this project will provide Saanich is essential for supporting our region’s long-term growth. It also reflects Saanich’s ongoing focus on improving and upgrading critical infrastructure to meet the needs of a growing community. By providing investments in projects like this one, the Build Communities Strong Fund ensures our community, and others like ours, can continue to offer current and future residents modern and efficient services for decades to come,” said Dean Murdock, Mayor of the District of Saanich.
The federal government is investing $1,290,000 in this project through the Direct Delivery stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund and the District of Saanich is contributing $1,935,000.
Featured image: (District of Saanich)
