Governments of Canada and Manitoba Invest in North End Sewage Treatment Plant

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The governments of Canada and Manitoba are investing in the North End Sewage Treatment Plant in Winnipeg, addressing the city's growing need for modern and reliable wastewater infrastructure. The project, valued at over $350 million, aims to increase the plant's capacity, support population and economic growth, and contribute to building a stronger, cleaner, and more environmentally sustainable community. The Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister for Northern Affairs and Member of Parliament for Saint-BonifaceSaint Vital, announced the funding on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The North End Sewage Treatment Plant, commissioned in 1937, is Winnipeg's oldest and largest sewage treatment plant, processing 70 percent of the city's wastewater.
  • The plant must be upgraded to increase its capacity to treat and manage wastewater and storm water, given the city's continuous growth and enhanced environmental protections.
  • The project includes the addition of new raw sewage pumps, plate screens, grit washing units, and other improvements to extend the plant's service life and support population and economic growth.
  • The Government of Canada is investing more than $116.1 million in the project through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
  • The Government of Manitoba is providing over $96.7 million, and the City of Winnipeg is contributing over $143 million.
  • The project is a key step in improving the health of Lake Winnipeg, one of Manitoba's greatest treasures, and addressing issues with cleaning up Lake Winnipeg to protect the environment for future generations.

Statistics:

  • The North End Sewage Treatment Plant processes 70 percent of Winnipeg's wastewater.
  • The project is valued at over $350 million.
  • The Government of Canada is investing $116.1 million in the project.
  • The Government of Manitoba is providing $96.7 million.
  • The City of Winnipeg is contributing $143 million.

Sources:

  • "Government of Canada investing in modern and reliable water and wastewater infrastructure for communities across Canada" by [The Honourable Daniel Vandal](https://www.canada.ca/en/ northern-affairs/news/2021/04/government-of-canada-investing-in-modern-and-reliable-water-and-wastewater-infrastructure-for-communities-across-canada.html)
  • "Investing in Canada's infrastructure for a stronger, cleaner and more inclusive country" by [The Honourable Catherine McKenna](https://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/ media/news-eng.html)
  • "Winnipeg's sewage treatment plant to get $350M upgrade" by CBC News [CBC News](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/winnipeg-sewage-treatment-plant-upgrade-1.5866644)