Wednesday, November 26, 2025
The federal and Quebec governments are nearly doubling their combined investment in upgrades to the Saint-Hyacinthe wastewater treatment plant in an effort to modernize aging infrastructure, improve reliability and prevent service interruptions.
Officials announced Monday that each level of government will now contribute $24.9 million to the project, up from $12.6 million. The total investment has risen to $49.8 million.
The funding increase was announced by Caroline Desrochers, parliamentary secretary to the federal housing and infrastructure minister; Quebec Municipal Affairs Minister Geneviève Guilbault; and Saint-Hyacinthe Mayor André Beauregard.
Work at the plant will include modernization of the primary clarifier mechanics, repairs to the main building roof, upgraded automation systems and new safety measures for workers. The improvements are aimed at extending the lifespan of the facility and ensuring reliable wastewater treatment for residents.
Federal officials said the investment will strengthen the long-term performance of essential public infrastructure. Guilbault said the upgrades are necessary to maintain uninterrupted service for residents, while Member of National Assembly for Saint-Hyacinthe Chantal Soucy said the boosted funding will help the city absorb major cost increases since the project was first assessed in 2019.
“It was essential to find a solution to prevent these cost overruns from being passed on entirely to Maskoutains through their tax bills,” Soucy said. “This additional assistance is therefore excellent news for Saint-Hyacinthe. It is also a significant gain for the Yamaska River, as the planned upgrades will significantly reduce the amount of wastewater discharged, thereby improving its environmental condition.”
“This is a pivotal step for the preservation of our environment and the development of our city,” said André Beauregard, Mayor of Saint-Hyacinthe.
The federal contribution comes through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
