Thursday, August 6, 2026
The governments of Canada, New Brunswick and the City of Fredericton announced more than $23 million in funding to extend water, stormwater, and sewer infrastructure into Fredericton’s newest neighbourhood.
The federal investment is $9.4 million, along with a a provincial contribution of $7.8 million, and a municipal investment of $6.3 million through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF).
This project will expand water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure on Doak Road to support the development of a new neighbourhood. Work includes installing several kilometres of new water and sewer pipes, building a new water reservoir and booster station, and upgrading the Wilsey Road lift station.
“This funding agreement is an important step forward in preparing the infrastructure needed for Fredericton’s growth. We are grateful for the support from the federal and provincial governments as we work to extend water, wastewater, and storm sewer infrastructure to the city’s southeast new neighbourhood. Aligned with the City of Fredericton’s Municipal Plan this critical work will help unlock new opportunities for housing, strengthen connectivity within our community, and ensure we are planning responsibly for the city’s future,” said Fredericton Mayor Steve Hicks.
These improvements will unlock 44 hectares of City-owned land and enable the construction of over 1,300 new homes, including single-family homes, townhouses and apartment buildings. These investments will support the City’s population growth targets, and provide serviced areas for future residential development.
“Building more homes starts with providing the right infrastructure that makes new housing possible. By investing in essential water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure in Fredericton, we are creating the conditions for sustainable growth. This investment will help increase housing supply, improve affordability, and ensure more Canadians have access to the homes they need,” said David Myles, MP for Fredericton-Oromocto.
Featured image: (City of Fredericton)
