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The Ontario government is continuing to invest in local infrastructure across Huron-Bruce, with more than $21 million in new funding coming to the region in 2026.
A total of $21,185,778 will be provided through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund. The money will help municipalities repair and improve important infrastructure like roads, bridges, water systems, and wastewater services. The funding is part of the province’s long-term capital plan to support communities, protect jobs, and strengthen the economy during times of economic uncertainty.
Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson says the investment is good news for rural communities. She says renewing critical infrastructure helps keep people working while making communities safer, stronger, and better prepared for the future. Thompson adds the funding allows municipalities to plan for long-term growth and stability.
Across Ontario, $400 million will be distributed in 2026 to 423 small, rural, and northern communities. The minimum amount a municipality can receive has increased to $125,000. Funding amounts are based on each community’s needs and economic conditions, and municipalities can save funding for up to five years to take on larger projects.
In Huron-Bruce, the County of Huron will receive just over $6 million, while the County of Bruce will receive more than $1.6 million. The Town of Goderich is set to receive about $1.5 million, Kincardine nearly $1.9 million, Central Huron just over $1.2 million, and Huron East more than $1.3 million. Other funding includes over $960,000 for Bluewater, nearly $907,000 for South Huron, about $687,000 for Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, and more than $648,000 for North Huron. Additional funding will also support Brockton, Saugeen Shores, South Bruce, Huron-Kinloss, Morris-Turnberry, Howick, and North Huron.
The province says these investments will help communities maintain essential services, improve safety, and support long-term economic growth across the Huron-Bruce region.
