Ontario Construction News staff writer
The Town of New Tecumseth will receive $2.7 million from the Ontario government to support the renewal and rehabilitation of critical local infrastructure.
Funding comes from the 2026 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF), part of Ontario’s broader $200 billion capital plan aimed at strengthening the province’s economy and protecting communities by investing in key public infrastructure. The OCIF supports small and rural municipalities in upgrading essential assets such as roads, bridges, water, and wastewater systems.
“We are grateful for the continued support from the Province through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund,” said Mayor Richard Norcross. “This investment will help us move forward with critical infrastructure projects that improve the quality of life for our residents and strengthen the resilience of our community. We appreciate MPP Saunderson’s ongoing advocacy for New Tecumseth and the region.”
The OCIF program is designed to support municipalities with populations under 100,000, as well as rural and northern communities and Local Services Boards that own water or wastewater systems. In total, Simcoe-Grey will receive $12,890,561 in OCIF funding in 2026, with New Tecumseth receiving the largest allocation among the municipalities in the riding.
“The Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund is a vital program that helps municipalities across Simcoe-Grey invest in the essential infrastructure our communities rely on every day,” said MPP Brian Saunderson. “This funding ensures that towns like New Tecumseth can make critical upgrades to serve residents now and into the future.”