Infrastructure funding provided to Ontario colleges and universities
The provincial government says it will provide $242 million to Ontario’s colleges and universities to improve facilities.
It is an increase of just over 6% from what was made available in 2025.
More than $209 million will be made through the Facilities Renewal Program for maintenance, repairs and upgrades to existing facilities.
Another $21.6 million will allow post-secondary institutions buy and renew instructional equipment and learning resources.
The remaining $10.8 million will be available to renew or buy state-of-the-art equipment and learning resources.
Colleges and University Minister Nolan Quinn says it ensures students have the latest equipment and skills for the jobs available after graduation.
“Our investments this summer ensure we have the workers to support the industries that need them the most, and today’s investment ensures those workers have the skills they need to take those industries to new heights,” says Quinn.
Quinn says in the face of economic uncertainty, Ontario’s colleges and universities are integral to building and protecting Ontario’s future workforce.
Officials representing colleges and universities are welcoming the money.
“This investment will support colleges as they modernize facilities and equip labour-market aligned programs and further enhance high-priority programs, giving students the skills Ontario’s economy needs,” states Maureen Adamson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Colleges Ontario, in a release.
“This investment will help Ontario’s universities provide students with modern, high-quality learning environments aligned with high-demand careers,” states Steve Orsini, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Council of Ontario Universities.
“It will support critical facility upgrades to ensure students have access to state-of-the-art industry-standard, in-person and virtual training that prepares them for the jobs Ontario needs.”
Part of the capital infrastructure program requires colleges and universities to make matching contributions.
