Infrastructure funding to support housing development in four communities

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Regional Development Corporation

July 15, 2026

FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial, federal and municipal governments are investing more than $8.84 million in water, stormwater and wastewater infrastructure projects to support housing development and improve municipal services in Harvey, Sussex, St. Stephen and Grand Lake.

“New Brunswick’s rural communities are eager to build more housing, and investing in essential infrastructure is a critical first step to achieving this goal,” said Environment and Climate Change Minister Gilles LePage, who is also minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation. “These investments in municipal infrastructure create the capacity needed for new housing, strengthen essential services, and build stronger, more sustainable communities throughout the province.”

Wastewater and stormwater infrastructure in Harvey will be expanded to enable the construction of up to 100 new homes; lagoon capacity will be increased, as well. In Sussex, a new wellfield will strengthen the town’s water supply system. New municipal services and road infrastructure in St. Stephen will support the construction of 108 homes, including 10 affordable units. In Grand Lake, water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure will support the development of 21 affordable housing units.

“Behind every thriving community in New Brunswick is reliable water, stormwater and wastewater infrastructure that supports residents, businesses and future growth,” said federal Internal Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc. “These investments will make a meaningful difference in people’s daily lives by improving municipal services and helping build the affordable homes our communities need. By partnering with the province and municipalities, we are building the infrastructure that enables communities to thrive and grow.”

LeBlanc spoke on behalf of federal Housing and Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson.

The provincial government, through the Regional Development Corporation, is contributing $2.9 million toward the projects, while the federal government is investing more than $4.3 million through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund. The municipalities are also contributing to their respective projects.

“This investment is about preparing Harvey for the future,” said Harvey Mayor Richard Corey. “By expanding our wastewater and stormwater infrastructure today, we are creating the capacity for new homes, supporting responsible growth and strengthening the services our residents rely on every day. Cherry Mountain is an important step in our community’s long-term vision, and we are grateful to both the Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick for partnering with us to help make that vision a reality.”

“Reliable water infrastructure is essential to Sussex’s ability to grow responsibly,” said Sussex Mayor Marc Thorne. “This investment will help establish a new wellfield and connect it to our existing water system, strengthening long-term water security while supporting future housing and development in our community. We appreciate the partnership of the federal and provincial governments in helping Sussex prepare for the growth ahead.”

“This investment is about more than infrastructure; it's about creating opportunities for families, supporting new housing, and building a stronger future for St. Stephen,” said St. Stephen Mayor Steve Backman. “We're grateful for the partnership of the federal and provincial governments in helping our community grow.”

“This investment represents an important step toward addressing our community's growing housing needs,” said Grand Lake Mayor Peter Dufour. “By extending essential municipal services and building the infrastructure needed to support new affordable housing, we are creating opportunities for more families to call Grand Lake home.”

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