Canada, New Brunswick back Rothesay wastewater and housing infrastructure projects

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Ottawa, New Brunswick, and the Town of Rothesay jointly announced over $28 million for two infrastructure projects to expand wastewater and water service capacity.
Phase 2B of the Maliseet Drive wastewater treatment facility will use ultraviolet disinfection, increasing Rothesay's wastewater treatment capabilities beyond the previously announced phase 2A.
One kilometre each of water, wastewater, and stormwater pipes will support the new Legacy Village seniors' housing, enabling up to 89 housing units as part of a broader housing supply strategy.

Funding plan targets treatment and servicing capacity

As reported by Government of Canada, Ottawa, New Brunswick and the Town of Rothesay have announced a joint investment of more than $28 million for two infrastructure projects aimed at expanding wastewater and water service capacity.

The larger project supports phase 2B of a new wastewater treatment facility on Maliseet Drive. The plant will use ultraviolet disinfection technology, which is expected to increase the municipality's capacity to treat and manage wastewater; an earlier phase, known as phase 2A, was announced in 2021.

A second project covers the installation of 1 kilometre each of water, wastewater and stormwater pipes to support the Legacy Village seniors' housing development on Villa Madonna Road. The added infrastructure is set to enable construction of up to 89 housing units.

Housing strategy ties infrastructure to growth

Federal and provincial officials are positioning the Rothesay projects as part of a broader housing supply strategy for a growing population in New Brunswick. The announcement says the servicing work fits within a Canada and New Brunswick funding agreement intended to pave the way for more homebuilding.

The investment also aligns with the federal government's wider housing agenda, including the role outlined for Build Canada Homes, a new agency designed to build affordable homes, provide financing support to builders and promote improved construction methods. Officials say the approach relies on public-private cooperation and infrastructure expansion to make new residential development more viable.

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