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Infrastructure Stimulus Fund in Quebec
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).
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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 June 2, 2009, the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund was officially launched in the Province of Quebec.
Projects that have been Announced
On April 6, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced the official launch of PRECO. As part of PRECO, the governments of Canada and Quebec will jointly invest some $700 million. The federal government will contribute up to $350 million in infrastructure stimulus funding for projects identified under this simple and innovative program. Combined with municipal contributions, over $1 billion will be available for projects that can begin construction over the next two years.
On June 8, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced that a first group of 22 Quebec municipalities will benefit from $15,802,500 under the federal-provincial agreement pertaining to the water and wastewater pipeline renewal program, le Programme de renouvellement des conduites d'eau potable et d'égout (PRECO), which will create jobs and stimulate the economy. With municipal contributions, investments totalling $23,703,750 will enable the completion of important infrastructure work.
On June 16, 2009, Canada and Quebec announced a joint capital participation of $949,850 for the City of Saint-Hyacinthe, $1,665,300 for the City of Sainte-Julie and $348,000 for the City of Saint-Césaire, through the federal-provincial agreement pertaining to the pipeline renewal program, le Programme de renouvellement des conduites (PRECO). Together with municipal contributions, investments totalling $4,444,725 will enable the completion of important infrastructure work in the Montérégie Region.
On June 29, 2009, Canada and Quebec announced a joint capital participation of $367,500 for the Parish of Saint-Gilbert and $996,000 for the Municipality of Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, through the federal-provincial agreement pertaining to the pipeline renewal program, le Programme de renouvellement des conduites (PRECO). Together with municipal contributions, investments totalling $2,045,250 will enable the completion of important infrastructure work in Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier.
On June 30, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced their contribution of up to $12 million – $6 million each – to the construction of a performing arts centre and a museum gallery in Saint-Georges. With the Municipality's contribution, a total of $18 million will be invested to complete this work.
On July 9, 2009, the Government of Canada announced a contribution of up to $5.9 million to implement Phase 1 of “On Course for 2020”, the modernization plan of the Trois-Rivières Port Authority.
On July 20, 2009, the Government of Canada announced that it will invest in the Port of Sept-Îles modernization project, which will create regional jobs and have a positive impact on the region's short, medium and long term economic development. The Government of Canada will contribute up to $4,535,000 from its Infrastructure Stimulus Fund optimize Pier 30.
On July 24, 2009, Canada and Quebec announced that a group of 11 Quebec municipalities will benefit from a contribution of $9,043,690 under the federal-provincial agreement pertaining to the pipeline renewal program, le Programme de renouvellement des conduites (PRECO), which will create jobs and stimulate the economy. With municipal contributions, investments totalling $13,565,535 will enable the completion of important infrastructure work.
On July 28, 2009, Canada and Quebec announced joint financial support for 24 projects in Quebec, under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund. With the financial participation of municipalities and private not-for-profit organizations, a total investment of $181.7 million will enable the completion of this work.
On August 10, 2009, Canada and Quebec announced joint federal–provincial cultural funding of $5.3 million to benefit the residents of Montreal.
On August 10, 2009, Canada and Quebec announced the construction of the extension that will connect Lepire Street in the Haute-St-Charles borough with Valcartier Boulevard. The governments of Canada and Quebec and the City of Quebec have signed an agreement whereby the cost of the project, estimated at $6 million, would be shared equally among the three levels of government.
On August 27, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced joint financial support of close to $374 million for a group of 92 Quebec projects under the terms of the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.
On September 8, 2009, the Government of Canada announced it would invest up to $15 million in a modernization project for the Relance terminal of the Port of Sept-Îles, which will create local jobs and have a positive impact on the region's economic development.
On September 13, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced joint financial support of nearly $303 million under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund for 92 new projects in Quebec. With the contributions of municipalities and other organizations, the investment totals nearly $365 million.
On September 14, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced that the Maniwaki airport will benefit from a joint federal-provincial financial support of over $2,325,225.
On October 2, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced joint funding of nearly $65 million for the completion of new projects in Quebec. This investment forms part of the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund and, once combined with municipal contributions, could reach more than $72 million.
On October 2, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced a joint grant of $5,157,320 for the city of Gatineau, through the federal-provincial agreement pertaining to the pipeline renewal program, le Programme de renouvellement des conduites (PRECO). Together with municipal contributions, investments totalling $7,569,015 will enable the completion of important infrastructure work in Gatineau.
On October 5, 2009, Canada and Quebec announced a joint-investment of $3.6 million for the maintenance of the Querbes overpass.
On October 30, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced their support for a project to expand the Les Deux Mondes theatre to provide space for the Aux Écuries theatre group. When the work is complete, government assistance could reach almost $3 million.
On November 6, 2009, the Government of Canada announced work to install a motorized orchestra pit in the Desjardins-Telus concert hall. The Government of Canada has set aside $153,000 for the project, and the Government of Quebec $305,000.
On November 26, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced they would contribute up to an additional $5 million to rehabilitate and upgrade the Charlevoix railway. Together with the contribution of the railway operator, these new investments of $7.8 million will enable the completion of this work.
On December 14, 2009, the governments of Canada and Quebec announced a joint capital participation of $1,603,510 for the Municipality of Sainte-Marie, $574,550 for the Municipality of Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce and $952,250 for the Municipality of Vallée-Jonction through the federal-provincial agreement pertaining to the pipeline renewal program, le Programme de renouvellement des conduites (PRECO).
On December 15, 2009, the government of Canada announced it will provide $8.5 million from the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund for three National Capital Commission (NCC) projects.
On December 17, 2009 the governments of Canada and Quebec announced that the residents of the municipality of Lambton will benefit from joint federal and provincial infrastructure funding for infrastructures upgrades at the Grand Lac St-François municipal park. This project is an excellent example of the commitment made by the governments of Canada and Quebec to stimulating the Quebec economy through the creation of jobs in our communities.
On December 22, 2009 the governments of Canada and Quebec announced grants of $4,422,910 for the city of Maniwaki, through the federal-provincial agreement pertaining to the pipeline renewal program, le Programme de renouvellement des conduites (PRECO). Together with municipal contributions, investments totalling $6,634,365 will enable the completion of important infrastructure work in Maniwaki.
On January 15, 2010, Canada and Quebec announced joint funding of up to nearly $18.9 million under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund for the completion of 11 new cultural projects in Quebec.
On February 8, 2010, Canada and Quebec announced a total joint investment of more than $700 million to upgrade infrastructure throughout the province of Quebec.
On February 18, 2009, the government of Canada announced their investment in a project to optimize infrastructure at the Port of Montreal, which will have a positive impact on the economic development of the region in the short, medium and long terms.
On February 19, 2010, Canada announced that they will contribute to a new project for the development of the Pointe Noire terminal at the Port of Sept-Îles, which will have a positive impact on the economic development of the region in the short, medium and long terms.
On March 1, 2010, Canada and Quebec announced a joint financial contribution of $1,943,334 for the repair and extension of water mains and sewer lines. With the town’s contribution, total investments of $2,915,000 will enable this work to be undertaken.
On March 2, 2010 the governments of Canada and Quebec announced joint funding of over $5 million for the extension of 7th Street in the Saint Rédempteur sector of Lévis. Combined with the municipal contribution, a total of $7,812,000 will be provided to carry out this work.
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