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Council approves Antigonish capital budget of $19.5M

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A capital budget of $19.5 million has been approved by Antigonish Town Council for the 2026/27 fiscal year.

In a news release, the Town says included are key capital projects that focus on infrastructure, upgrades to accessibility, safety and recreation.

Included in the total, was $7 million from other sources such as Antigonish County, the province and federal government.

Major projects include building new production wells to become less reliant on the James River Dam as well as a $5.4 million upgrade to the sewage treatment plant including a new screener.

“This year’s upgrade to our Sewer Treatment Plant is one of the most important investments we’re making in the town’s future,” says Mayor Sean Cameron. “These improvements ensure our system can reliably serve residents for decades to come, and I’m proud to see this work moving forward.”

Road and utility projects will also get funding such as the Bay Street project, West Street and sidewalk upgrades to meet accessibility standards.

The Town also has approved a plan for growth and improving access to St. Martha’s Regional Hospital as well as a new pumper truck for the Antigonish Fire Department.

Cameron says it is about finishing what was started while planning for future projects.

“When considering this capital budget, Council worked hard to balance the significant work that needs to be done, with the need to protect our capital reserves, and I’m pleased that we’re able to move forward on major projects without draining those funds,” says Cameron.

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Yarmouth town capital budget includes more for street paving

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A lot more paving will be done this year in the Town of Yarmouth.

Council approved $1.6 million in their $7.1 million capital budget for street paving, that includes provincial grants.

Mayor Pam Mood says that’s up from $400,000 last year.

“It doesn’t mean all the roads will get paved, because it can take up to $4 million to pave one street once you dig up all the infrastructure. This of course is dependent on this grant,” said Mood.

The budget also includes $3 million toward the Mariners Centre expansion and $1.6 million for the wastewater treatment plant.

The Mariners Centre expansion amount represents the rest of the town’s portion of the $10 million shared commitment toward the project between the Town of Yarmouth, Municipality of the District of Yarmouth, and the Municipality of Argyle.

The expansion building, called the ‘Credit Union RecPlex,’ is scheduled to open this fall. It features a swimming pool, leisure pool, fitness centre and a walking track.

There’s also close to one million dollars for two new fire trucks for the Yarmouth Fire Department, expected to be delivered in the fall of 2027.

The trucks will replace a tanker, a rescue unit, and two engines, they cost a total of $3.5 million.

This budget also includes $160,000 for work on ferry dock pontoons at the Yarmouth International Ferry Terminal.

And, $100,000 for future upgrades at the Yarmouth Curling Club.

Mayor Mood says it’s a good budget, and they’re looking forward to moving ahead with it.

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Residents invited to give feedback on Thunder Bay budget

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Thunder Bay residents have a chance to weigh-in on the City’s capital budget for next year.

The first time the City of Thunder Bay has presented a two-year budget (through 2027), the public is invited to share their feedback on the proposed plan.

Key initiatives in this year’s budget include more than $34 million in road improvements next year with another $26 million in 2027.

Other areas of interest include continued work on organics and auto cart programs to support waste diversion and improve collection services as well as funding to advance the transition to a lower-emission transit fleet.

Feedback will help the City continue improving the budget process and will ensure it aligns with community priorities.

The survey is open until November 25 and residents can also submit questions or comments directly by emailing: your.budget@thunderbay.ca.

Residents can review the proposed capital budget and provide input through the public survey available here.

Hard-copy surveys are also available at Thunder Bay Public Library locations and in the lobby of City Hall.