MPP Gates calls for immediate release of South Niagara Wastewater Project funds

QUEEN'S PARK — MPP Wayne Gates (Niagara Falls riding) called on the Premier to follow through on his commitment to fund the South Niagara Wastewater Project, a critically important infrastructure project for the growing region.

"The Niagara Region has been clear that they need this vital wastewater project immediately," said Gates. "These funds are essential for supporting the thousands of homes we’re expecting to build, and we need the work to get underway as soon as possible.”

Last year, Niagara Region representatives secured a commitment for provincial funding for this project.

“Development in Niagara is already underway and we need to ensure we have appropriate infrastructure in place,” said Gates. “The Premier and his Minister need to listen to the concerns of Niagara and get this provincial funding moving now.”

Representatives from Niagara Regional council will be visiting Queen’s Park beginning May 13 as part of their annual Niagara Week advocacy plan.