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Projects in Ontario
Resurfacing of Tenth Street
Project location: Earlton, Ontario
Tenth Street is the commercial corridor for Earlton, with significant traffic coming from Highway 11.
There is an immediate need to resurface Tenth Street by removing all bumps and dips which cause water to accumulate and freeze up during the spring and fall seasons, a potential safety concern. Repairing this road now will also better position the Township of Armstrong to host the upcoming International Plowing Match, expected to attract over 70,000 people to the area.
"The rehabilitation of the main street of Earlton Village in Armstrong County will be beneficial for all residents and visitors to our region," said Jules Gravel, Reeve, Township of Armstrong. "The road was dangerous, particularly in the spring and fall, because of the water that would accumulate on the road and freeze. Thanks to the help of the federal and provincial governments, the problem is now gone.
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Federal Contribution: $219,775
Replacement of Benlock Road Overflow Bridge
Project location: Grafton, Ontario
The Benlock Road Overflow Bridge is a narrow, single-span, concrete, rigid-framed structure with an asphalt wearing surface. The bridge has deteriorated over time and needs to be replaced. It is a vital part of the local road system.
A new two-lane structure with a bridge and approach barrier will be built in its place.
In speaking about the project, Chris Bent, P.Eng., G.D. Jewell Engineering Inc. said, "The Building Canada Fund has allowed for the replacement of a deteriorated bridge that was a top priority with the Township. The new structure will have a life expectancy of 75 years.
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Federal Contribution: $175,000
Centre in the Square Rehabilitation Project
Project location: Kitchener, Ontario
The Centre in the Square Rehabilitation project involves renovating sections of Kitchener's premiere live performing arts venue, located in the heart of the city.
The Centre in the Square opened in September 1980 and welcomes approximately 190,000 audience members a year to a wide variety of events from dance, music and comedy performances to children's plays and musicals. The federal Infrastructure Stimulus Fund is contributing $400,000 to this project with matching contributions from the Province of Ontario and the municipality.
Work to rehabilitate the Centre includes creating a new access road on the property to facilitate patron drop-off, upgrading the seating of the main performance space and creating a new, smaller performance space near the entrance. The water and drainage system for the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery is also being upgraded and retail space is being added to the lobby. Finally, office lighting will benefit from more energy efficient models.
Federal contribution: $400,000
London Industrial Park, Phase III
Project location: London, Ontario
London, Ontario’s Innovation Park is the third of a four-phase, prestige industrial park development plan. It is located along Highway 401 on the main road to the London International Airport. Innovation Park is key to London’s Industrial Land Development Strategy, a vital component of the City’s overall economic development plan.
Through Canada’s Economic Action Plan investment, approximately 50 hectares (124 acres) of serviced prestige industrial land is being provided by installing industrial sewer and water requirements, storm management ponds and road construction. The roads will accommodate oversized industrial traffic.
Hopes are that Phase III will continue to attract economic development within the corridor.
"We thank the other levels of government for partnering with the City of London on these projects," says London’s Mayor, Anne Marie DeCicco-Best.
Federal contribution: $4,700,000
Southwest Transitway Extension—Fallowfield to Barrhaven
Project location: Ottawa, Ontario
This $52-million transit project will improve environmentally friendly transit and reduce road congestion. This road work, with a federal contribution of over $17 million, will link this area of the city to the bus-only road network known as the "Transitway," encouraging people to take public transit and reducing road congestion for commuters.
Federal Contribution: $17,000,000
Improvements to South Shore Road
Project location: Parry Sound, Ontario
Pointe au Baril Station is a waterfront community on Georgian Bay and provides access and services to more than 1,500 water-access cottages, 500 local residences, pleasure boaters and tourists.
The existing road infrastructure of the Station entails three main roads: Highway 69, South Shore Road (Hwy 644), and North Shore Road.
The infrastructure of Hwy 644 is dated and there are road drainage issues. There are also vehicle versus pedestrian safety concerns in the community and there is insufficient parking to accommodate the permanent residents, seasonal ratepayers and tourists.
This project involves the realignment and restoration of 800 metres of South Shore Road (Hwy 644). A sidewalk will be installed and roadside parking will be added.
"This Building Canada Fund - Community Component funding will allow the Township of The Archipelago to repair the dilapidated South Shore Road, not only making it safer for motorists and pedestrians but also enhancing the entrance to our picturesque village of Pointe au Baril,
" said Peter Ketchum, Reeve of the Township of the Archipelago
Federal Contribution: $597,714
Expanding and Revitalizing the Peel Heritage Complex
Project location: Peel Region, Ontario
The Peel Region, west of Toronto, is home to more than one million residents. Its history dates back to First Nations and settlement in the seventeenth century, a story preserved by the Peel Heritage Complex through its archives and art gallery, museum, former county jail building and the Whitney Community Gallery. The Complex needs upgrades to continue its work.
Revitalizing the Peel Heritage Complex involves expanding the heritage buildings and renovating amenities to better serve local residents and visitors alike. Thanks to the federal Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, together with provincial and municipal funding, this project is moving forward.
"Peel is very pleased that the Government of Canada and Province of Ontario have listened to us on our economic recovery priorities," says Emil Kolb, Peel Regional Chair, "and have now come to the table to join us in stimulating employment and supporting critical services for our residents and businesses."
The renewed Complex will help tell the "Peel Story"– one of immigration, innovation and development – and present a strong focal point for its diverse cultural communities.
Federal Contribution: $3,333,334
Upgrades to Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre
Project location: Wawa, Ontario
The Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre opened in Wawa in 1996. This multi-purpose recreation facility combines an arena and curling facilities, meeting and special event space, squash courts, a fitness center, a dance room, showers and a sauna area. Residents from neighbouring communities including White River, Dubreuilville and Hawk Junction also use the Centre.
Contractors will replace the arena's dasher board, build higher plexiglass barriers around the rink for spectator safety, replace vinyl flooring with stone tiles and add stadium seating.
Improving the arena will attract more sporting events and more residents from neighbouring communities.
Howard Whent, the Mayor of the Municipality of Wawa stated, "This project will bring much community pride to Wawa and help make our Community Center very attractive to host regional tournaments during the winter months. This will have a very positive impact on the local economy.
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Federal Contribution: $58,333
Airport Operations Building Rehabilitation
Project location: Windsor, Ontario
The Airport Operations Building Rehabilitation project at the Windsor International Airport is upgrading two important primary facilities – the Airport Terminal Building and the Combined Services Building. Both buildings date back to 1950s. "Today, we are using the airport to attract jobs, encourage development, and to work for the people of our City," says Eddie Francis, the Mayor of Windsor.
This project involves several structural repairs to the Airport Terminal Building and will improve its accessibility, energy efficiency and security. The funding is providing new automatic terminal doors, heating and cooling upgrades and the replacement of outdated telecommunication lines. New fibre optic cables will better serve the call centre, airport and NAV Canada operations. The Combined Services Building is receiving new windows, doors and siding.
"Four years ago, no one was thinking about the potential of our airport. It was just there," says Windsor Mayor Eddie Francis. "We have taken control of our assets - ensuring our airport, tunnel and infrastructure are there for us, operating more efficiently and effectively."
These improvements, expected to be complete in 2011, will extend the useful life of the buildings while bringing them in line with current building codes.
Federal Contribution: $750,000
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