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Infrastructure Stimulus Fund in British Columbia
New in Canada's Economic Action Plan
Through Canada's Economic Action Plan, the federal government has established a new $4-billion Infrastructure Stimulus Fund that provides funding to provincial, territorial, municipal and community construction-ready infrastructure projects. The Infrastructure Stimulus Fund complements existing federal infrastructure funding by focusing on short-term objectives for economic stimulus.
About the Program
The Infrastructure Stimulus Fund will provide $4 billion for the construction of infrastructure projects to be built over the next two years (2009-10 and 2010-11). To provide short-term stimulus to the economy, construction readiness will be a key project selection criteria; for example, the rehabilitation and retrofit of existing assets to improve safety or extend their useful life. Eligible projects include water, wastewater, transit, roads, culture, parks, trails and community services infrastructure (see Program Guide for eligibility).
How it Works
To ensure that the program provides economic stimulus quickly, and to ensure partnership with the provinces and territories, the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund is being rolled out in a flexible manner.
On April 7, 2009, the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund was officially launched in the Province of British Columbia.
Projects that Have Been Announced
On April 7, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced that residents of the North Shore will benefit from $1-million in joint federal and provincial funding to rehabilitate the structure of the 
Iron Workers Memorial Bridge.
On April 7, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced that residents of 100 Mile House will benefit from $3 million in joint federal and provincial funding to four-lane a one-km section of Highway 97 near Stormy Road North.
On April 7, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced that residents of Prince George will benefit from $28 million in joint federal and provincial funding to replace Stone Creek Bridge on Highway 97 with a new, four-lane bridge.
On April 8, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced that the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality will benefit from over $1.6 million in federal and provincial funding to help build local infrastructure and trails.
On April 9, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced that the security of BC commuters will be enhanced thanks to a $100 million priority project that involves implementing controlled access gates (Faregates) and electronic fare cards (Smartcards) on the Lower Mainland's transit system.
On September 8, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced that residents of Nanaimo will benefit from a new cruise ship terminal facility. The $22 million project will be funded by the federal and provincial governments, which will each contribute $8.5 million under Canada's Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, with the remaining $5 million to be provided by the Nanaimo Port Authority.
On September 23, 2009, the Government of Canada announced funding up to nearly $42 million for 14 Port Metro Vancouver infrastructure projects, under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.
On September 24, 2009, the Government of Canada announced 174 new infrastructure projects valued at just under $719 million to help communities throughout British Columbia meet their pressing infrastructure needs, help stimulate the economy, create jobs and support continued economic growth.
On October 2, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced joint funding of up to $1.9 million for Lubavitch of British Columbia, an important Jewish community services organization in Vancouver.
On October 3, 2009, the governments of Canada and the City of Vancouver announced joint funding of more than $1.5 million for the Multicultural Helping House Society.
On October 21, 2009, the Government of Canada announced $10.5 million from Canada's Economic Action Plan for Vancouver's Science World ReGeneration project.
On October 23, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia and the City of Vancouver announced funding of up to $30.3 million for upgrades to the Vancouver's public safety facilities.
On October 23, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia and the City of Vancouver announced funding for the Vancouver Native Housing Society and the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society.
On November 19, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced $145 million for 27 new infrastructure projects that will stimulate British Columbia’s regional economies through job creation.
On November 27, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia were joined by the Victoria Airport Authority’s president and CEO Richard Paquette and members of the local community task force to kick-off the beginning of construction for the McTavish Road interchange. This project will improve the safety and flow of traffic at McTavish Road and Highway 17 near Victoria International Airport.
On November 28, 2009, the Government of Canada announced that it will set aside $21 million toward replacing the roof at the iconic Canada Place, located on Vancouver’s waterfront.
On November 28, 2009, the Government of Canada announced three new infrastructure projects valued at just over $3 million to help the Prince Rupert Port Authority upgrade, repair and renovate existing infrastructure.
On November 28, 2009, the Government of Canada announced funding for improvements along 96th Avenue in Surrey, BC.
On November 30, 2009, the governments of Canada and British Columbia announced that residents of Victoria will benefit from seismic upgrades and structural improvements to the 85-year-old Canadian Pacific Railway Steamship Terminal building.
On December 4, 2009, the Government of Canada and the City of Coquitlam announced $18.5 million for the rehabilitation of the Lougheed and Barnet highways.
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