Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Ford announces rural subsides

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced $29 million for infrastructure projects in Wellington and Perth Counties when he was I Kenilworth recently.


The Municipality of West Perth is getting $2,053,125 for the Herbert Street Sewage Pumping Station, helping to sustain service for some 2,378 homes.


The Township of Wellington North is getting $26,097,500 to expand the Arthur Wastewater Treatment Plant and upgrade the associated forcemain, as well as replace and expand the Drayton Sewage Pumping Station in Mapleton, ensuring long-term service sustainability for 2,330 existing homes.


The Township of Perth East is getting $675,250 for the Milverton Well Replacement and Reservoir Rehabilitation, supporting 850 homes with improved water security.