The Municipality of West Nipissing will be receiving up to $18.1 million from the province to expand water infrastructure and provide an alternative source of drinking water for homes in Verner.
The municipality says the entire project is estimated at around $24 million, with the provincial contribution covering about three quarters of eligible costs.
Officials say the project includes the construction of a new water main from Cache Bay to Verner, and converting Verner’s existing treatment plant into a pumping station.
Construction is planned to begin in June of 2027, with completion required by March of 2029.
“Without provincial support, this project would not have been feasible, and what’s impressive is the scale of the investment.” said Mayor Kathleen Thorne Rochon. “Council set out to address major issues during this term, and Verner’s drinking water was one of them. The advocacy work that happens outside of council meetings is constant, so it’s exciting to see those efforts lead to solutions.”
Officials say the funding comes from the province’s Health and Safety Water Stream under the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program.
