A large investment from the federal government will help to provide more reliable drinking water for those living in more than 300 unserviced areas on the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory.
Tuesday morning, MP Chris Malette, and Chief R. Donald Maracle announced a federal investment of more than $66 million to extend the watermain in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, improving access to safe, reliable drinking water for the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte.
This investment is funded through the Direct Delivery stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund.
Through the Build Communities Strong Fund, the Government of Canada is investing $51 billion in infrastructure projects across the country that support housing, economic prosperity, climate
resilience, health, education, transit, and recreation.
This project will improve water security, strengthen resilience to drought and climate change, enhance fire protection through new hydrant connections, and support future housing
development.
Once complete, the project will enable the community’s drinking water advisory to be lifted, improving the long-term health, safety, and wellbeing of community members.
Maracle said he and Tyendinaga Mohawk Council appreciated and welcome the funding, which will increase adaptability, mitigate severe climate change impacts, provide access to communal potable water and create improved fire protection for the remaining unserviced areas of the community.
“We applaud the federal government for their commitment to eliminating long-term drinking water advisories on First Nations, as well as the dedication of Tyendinaga Mohawk Council, (director of community infrastructure) Todd Kring and our MBQ Infrastructure Department for their coordination and the community for their patience,” he stated.
The federal government is investing more than $66,400 in this project through the Direct Delivery stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund.
