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The Ontario government is investing more than $12 million in the City and County of Peterborough to support the renewal and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure.
The funding, delivered through the 2026 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund, is part of the province’s more than $200-billion capital plan aimed at strengthening the economy and protecting jobs amid economic uncertainty.
“This provincial commitment ensures our communities receive the reliable, predictable funding necessary to maintain and rehabilitate critical infrastructure assets such as local roads, bridges, and essential water and wastewater systems,” said Peterborough–Kawartha MPP Dave Smith.
The City of Peterborough will receive $10 million in funding, while Peterborough County is set to receive $1.26 million. Other local allocations include Selwyn ($232,869), Havelock-Belmont-Methuen ($144,000), and North Kawartha, Douro-Dummer, and Trent Lakes ($125,000 each).
“Small, rural and northern communities are essential to the growth and prosperity of Ontario,” said Infrastructure Minister Kinga Surma. “By increasing the minimum grant amount, we’re ensuring municipalities have the stability and resources they need to thrive.”
Peterborough County Warden Bonnie Clark thanked the province for its continued investment, while Mayor Jeff Leal said the funding will help the city improve road infrastructure for residents.
In 2026, Ontario will allocate $400 million through OCIF to 423 municipalities, increasing the minimum grant to $125,000 from $100,000. Communities can also bank funds for up to five years to complete larger projects.
Since 2018, the province has invested $2.8 billion through OCIF and a further $4 billion through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program to support growing communities.
