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Title:

Addressing Drinking Water Infrastructure Issues in the Town of Torbay

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$26,886,875.00

Agreement Date:

Dec 5, 2025 - Mar 31, 2032

Description:

The Addressing Drinking Water Infrastructure Issues Project in the Town of Torbay, Newfoundland and Labrador aims to develop Great Pond as a municipal water supply. The project addresses critical housing and infrastructure needs by ensuring access to safe drinking water for current and future residents and businesses. This will bring significant benefit not only to the residents of the Pineridge area affected by South Pond contamination but also to the existing residents of the Town of Torbay. The project consists of water supply, treatment, and distribution systems including water control structure, intake pipe, water treatment plant, water storage tank and associated access roads. Additionally, a fishway will be incorporated to mitigate potential effects on fish passage due to water withdrawal. The project will enable the construction of 76 new housing units, including affordable and high-density options, to attract diverse individuals and families. The outcome will alleviate pressure on existing infrastructure, support sustainable development, and benefit neighbouring municipalities dependent on the regional water supply.

Organization:

Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities

Expected Results:

Through the CHIF, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC) will collaborate with all levels of government, Indigenous partners, as well as other stakeholders to deliver public drinking water, wastewater, stormwater and solid waste infrastructure that will enable new housing supply.

Location:

Torbay, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA

Reference Number:

278-2025-2026-Q3-00012

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Government

Recipient's Legal Name:

Town of Torbay

Program:

Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund

Program Purpose:

The purpose of the CHIF is to support the federal government’s commitment to improve the quality of life of people living in Canada by creating jobs and economic growth, supporting climate resilience, and building a stronger and more inclusive Canada.