Monday, July 13, 2026
The government of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador announced that from Grand Falls-Windsor to Torbay, 17 essential water and wastewater projects will improve municipal services and pave the way for more homes after a joint investment of over $32.3 million from federal, provincial and municipal governments.
In Torbay, over $4.4 million in joint funding will support the construction of the North Pond Water Treatment Plant, improving drinking water quality for current and future residents.
In Grand Falls-Windsor, over $5 million in joint funding will provide a new water storage tank and standpipe for the community, increasing capacity to allow for the construction of more homes.
Fifteen other projects across Newfoundland will replace watermains, upgrade lift stations, and expand water and sewage capacity for communities. These projects will improve service for current residents, ensure resiliency by replacing aging infrastructure, and pave the way for the construction of more homes to support a growing population.
“The infrastructure behind reliable water and wastewater is the foundation for vibrant communities and getting new homes built. By working with the province and communities across Newfoundland and Labrador, we are ensuring important upgrades get done. This is about making sure towns from Old Perlican to Grand Falls-Windsor have what they need, for the families who live there now and the ones who choose to call it home,” said Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries and MP for St. John’s East.
The federal government is investing $13,090,992 through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) Provincial and Territorial (PT) Agreement stream to support 17 water and wastewater projects across Newfoundland. The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $12,923,612 in these projects, while municipalities are investing a total of $6,294,421.
“Investing in and enhancing essential municipal infrastructure helps create the conditions needed for new housing development and sustainable community growth throughout the province. Through this funding, a number of municipalities in the eastern and central regions will be able to strengthen and expand their drinking water and wastewater systems, supporting our government’s commitment to building safer, more resilient communities. These projects will also generate opportunities for local businesses and contractors, whose expertise will play a key role in bringing these improvements to life,” said Barry Petten, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure for the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Featured image: (Town of Torbay)
