The Ontario Government is making another investment in local infrastructure. Through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund, Perth-Wellington will receive more than $6.9 million dollars across 11 municipalities to address local infrastructure needs.
Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece says that the funds will be critical for building and repairing roads, bridges, water and waste water infrastructure.
The total investments in municipalities across the Perth-Wellington Region are illustrated below.
Larue Scott, Provincial Minister of Infrastructure says that by investing in infrastructure projects the government is strengthening and building communities. She continues by saying that it shows the ongoing support for small, rural and norther municipalities across Ontario by providing stable funding needed to build long-term economic resilience.
| Municipality | 2021 OCIF Allocation |
| Township of Perth South | $146,262.00 |
| Township of Perth East | $201,072.00 |
| Town of St. Marys | $279,338.00 |
| Township of Mapleton | $399,840.00 |
| Town of North Perth | $410,334.00 |
| County of Perth | $495,565.00 |
| Town of Minto | $506,543.00 |
| Municipality of West Perth | $564,484.00 |
| Township of Wellington North | $1,030,120.00 |
| City of Stratford | $1,090,577.00 |
| County of Wellington | $1,863,466.00 |
| Total for riding: | $6,987,601.00 |
