Quebec completes work on water infrastructure project

Canadian federal and provincial governments have provided approximately C$2.5m in funds for water infrastructure work that has been completed in Roberval, Quebec.

Drinking water pipes and sewer lines have been fixed in the city to provide a better drinking water distribution system and foster better health and well-being for residents and visitors.

Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs Denis Lebel said: "Our government’s infrastructure investments through the Federal Gas Tax Fund will continue to generate economic growth and job creation in Roberval and across Canada for years to come."

The Canadian Government provided C$1.79m to the Federal Gas Tax Fund and the Government of Quebec offered C$742,345.

Quebec’s funds to the project was made under the 2013-2023 Quebec Infrastructure Plan unveiled in April.

Under the ten-year programme, the state will provide a total investment of $8.1bn for municipal infrastructure. The investment is expected to create or maintain an average of 60,000 jobs a year.

The Federal Gas Tax Fund primarily supports municipal infrastructure projects that contribute to cleaner air and water, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The Gas Tax Fund Agreement was signed between Quebec and Canada to ensure funding for the rehabilitation of municipal and local infrastructure, in particular with regards to drinking water and wastewater treatment.