Projects to Improve Drinking Water in Guysborough Communities
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Projects to Improve Drinking Water in Guysborough Communities
Residents of Tickle Road and Hazel Hill, District of Guysborough, will soon enjoy safer drinking water, thanks to a project announced today, Jan. 20, through the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program.
The District of Guysborough is joining with the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia to provide for the design and construction of a new water main from the Hazel Hill water distribution system to the existing system in the Tickle Road area. The project will also include a new pressure tank for the Hazel Hill water system that will improve water pressures for the Tickle Road area. The new water line will also complete the connection between the Hazel Hill, Tickle Road and Canso water systems. The total cost of the project is $293,511.
"This announcement is great news for our community," said MLA Ronnie Chisholm, speaking on behalf of Barry Barnet, Minister of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. "This is another example of how governments can achieve great things when they work together."
Designed to invest in the infrastructure needs of Nova Scotia communities, the program's priorities include supporting long- term economic growth, improving community infrastructure, enhancing the environment and building 21st century infrastructure.
"Nova Scotians want to live in healthy, safe communities they can be proud of," said Member of Parliament Rodger Cuzner, speaking on behalf of Joseph McGuire, Minister of the Atlantic Canadian Opportunities Agency. "Through the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program, the government of Canada is working with Nova Scotians to build stronger communities and improve our quality of life by investing in the kinds of infrastructure projects such as the one we are announcing today."
Mr. Cuzner and Mr. Chisholm announced a joint federal-provincial investment of $195,674. The Municipality of the District of Guysborough will fund the balance of the project costs, bringing the project total to $293,511.
"This investment will have a great impact on the well-being of our community and will help ensure that residents receive a more reliable supply and quality of drinking water," said Lloyd Hines, Warden of the District of Guysborough. "This Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program is a unique vehicle that successfully allows governments to work together to achieve a common goal -- to make Nova Scotia communities the best they can be."
To date, more than $194 million has been invested in 130 projects across the province, through the program, and more announcements are expected as projects undergo environmental assessment and final approval.
The 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.