Tuesday, October 7, 2025
The federal government is delivering more than $50 million to New Brunswick this year through the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) to support local infrastructure projects ranging from water and wastewater systems to roads, bridges and public transit.
The funding is part of Ottawa’s $26.7-billion, 10-year commitment to help municipalities invest in foundational infrastructure that can support housing growth, protect against flooding, and strengthen communities. In 2025–26, the CCBF will provide $2.5 billion to 3,700 communities across Canada, including more than $50.5 million to New Brunswick.
One example highlighted at Friday’s announcement in Quispamsis is the ongoing upgrade of the town’s aging lift station on Gondola Point Road. The project, supported by CCBF funding, is expected to expand wastewater capacity for a growing population, reduce flooding risk and provide more efficient service for residents.
“Building a strong Canada starts with building strong communities,” said The Honourable Wayne Long, secretary of state for the Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions and MP for Saint John–Kennebecasis. “This investment will boost infrastructure projects that support housing to create connected communities.”
Aaron Kennedy, Minister of Local Government and minister responsible for Service New Brunswick, said the partnership will help municipalities build and revitalize critical infrastructure while creating jobs and long-term prosperity.
Since 2015, the federal government has invested more than $557 million in New Brunswick communities through the CCBF.
