News release

Annapolis Communities to Receive Infrastructure Funding

Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations (Oct. 2000 - March 2014)

SERVICE NOVA SCOTIA/MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Annapolis Communities to Receive Infrastructure Funding


Five Annapolis communities will soon see improved municipal water and sewer services because of $1,154,079 in projects funded through the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program.

Joint federal-provincial funding of $769,382 for six infrastructure projects was announced today, Nov. 15, by Robert Thibault, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of Gerry Byrne, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and by MLA Frank Chipman, on behalf of Angus MacIsaac, Minister of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. The local municipalities will fund the remaining $384,697 upon formal acceptance of the agreement.

"Green municipal projects that enhance the quality of our lives and environment and that improve community infrastructure are the priority of the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program," said Mr. Thibault. "Through this program, the government of Canada is working with Nova Scotians to build strong, healthy communities with plenty of room to grow."

Green infrastructure projects that promote safe drinking water, effective wastewater management, and sound environmental practices are the first priority under the program. Other priorities include building 21st-century infrastructure and improving local transportation.

"Safe drinking water and a clean environment are basic quality- of-life issues, something that we should expect," said Mr. Chipman. "We are committed to work with the municipalities to ensure that Nova Scotians have access to both."

The Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program has announced 86 projects to date, worth more than $123 million. More announcements are expected as projects continue to undergo environmental assessment and final approval.

The $195 million, six-year Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program is administered by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. Enterprise Cape Breton Corporation is a member of the management committee. The Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities is represented on the program's management committee.


NOTE: The following is a list of Annapolis County projects approved under the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program for Nov. 15.

East Main Street Sanitary and Storm Sewer Replacement/Separation Town of Middleton Shared Project Cost: $333,000 ($111,000 federal; $111,000 provincial) This project involves the replacement of poorly functioning storm and sanitary sewer mains that are responsible for flooding, system overflows into the Annapolis River and treatment-system overloads and washouts. Middleton residents will see a decrease in the risk of household flooding because of this project and the local river ecosystem will benefit from a higher quality of treated wastewater. The project provides for future community growth.

Babineau Heights Sewer and Water Services Town of Annapolis Royal Shared Project Cost: $163,900 ($54,633 federal; $54,633 provincial) This project will replace 213 metres of 50-year-old sewer and water mains on the Babineau Heights road. The new sewer line will replace an old concrete pipe currently suffering from root intrusion and leakage, while the new water main will be designed and built to protect against any possible sewer cross-contamination. In all, 20 homes and businesses will benefit from safer, more reliable water services and fire hydrant access.

Margaretsville Water Treatment Filter System Municipality of Annapolis Shared Project Cost: $137,000 ($45,666 federal; $45,666 provincial) The water treatment project includes the installation of a slow sand filter to treat the surface water portion of the community's water supply, and a MIOX system, which uses salt water and electricity to disinfect the remaining water. The unique MIOX technology, new to Nova Scotia, will combine with the sand filter system to deliver improved, safe drinking water that meets Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines to 160 households.

Transportation Infrastructure -- Streets, Sidewalks and Storm Drainage Town of Bridgetown Shared Project Cost: $300,000 ($100,000 federal; $100,000 provincial) This project will include sidewalk, curb and gutter improvements, street reconstruction, storm drainage controls and repaving. Improved storm-drainage structures will reduce the risk of flooding and lower maintenance costs.

Carleton Corner Water Main Upgrade Town of Bridgetown Shared Project Cost: $113,750 ($37,916 federal; $37,916 provincial) This project entails the design and replacement of 300 metres of Carleton Corner water main, as well as the installation of new fire hydrants. The existing four-inch-diameter cast-iron pipe is deteriorating, causing numerous breaks. Ongoing buildup of mineral deposits inside the pipe is restricting proper water flow. Nine homes will have better-quality drinking water and increased fire protection. Other benefits include an increase in water distribution system reliability and decreased lost water and lower operating costs.

Water Chemical Building and Equipment Village of Lawrencetown Shared Project Cost: $106,429 ($35,476 federal; $35,476 provincial) This project provides for the construction of a new building for water treatment supplies, such as chlorine metering equipment, meters, valves and other related materials. The building will be located adjacent to a new water-storage tank being constructed in the spring 2002 through the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program. Benefits include safer drinking water for the entire community and better maintenance accessibility and service reliability.