City of Prince Albert Joins Saskatchewan Delegation in Ottawa to Call for Renewed Municipal Infrastructure Program

The City of Prince Albert will join a Saskatchewan delegation led by Government Relations Minister Eric Schmalz and Advanced Education Minister Ken Cheveldayoff in Ottawa this week to advocate for a renewed cost-shared federal infrastructure program that is vital to the future growth and stability of municipalities across the province.

On October 1st  and 2nd, representatives from cities across Saskatchewan, along with leaders from the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) and the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA), will meet with federal leaders to make the case for critical infrastructure funding.

Municipalities rely on infrastructure investment to provide safe, affordable, and sustainable communities. These investments support water and wastewater systems, roads, police and fire stations, as well as essential community facilities like recreation centres and event spaces.

“Cities like Prince Albert rely on partnerships with other levels of government to deliver the infrastructure residents use daily,” said Mayor Bill Powalinsky. “Renewing a federal cost-share program ensures we can maintain essential infrastructure that strengthens our city, our province, and ultimately, our nation. Strong trade and commerce support Canadian industries and create jobs, benefiting our entire community.”

Councillor Dawn Kilmer, representing the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) in Ottawa, emphasized the importance of collaboration.

“As urban municipalities, we are the hubs of our regions and the service providers for thousands of residents and neighbouring communities,” said Kilmer. “A renewed cost-shared program means that we can continue investing in the infrastructure that drives economic growth, supports families, and builds strong communities across Saskatchewan.”

The City of Prince Albert is joining municipalities including Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw, Swift Current, North Battleford, and Yorkton in advocating for the renewal of a federal-provincial infrastructure program.

The previous bilateral agreement, the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP), signed in 2019, committed $907 million from the federal government, more than $700 million from the provincial government, and $475 million from recipients. Prince Albert was approved for nearly $44 million under ICIP for the construction of the Lake Country Co-op Leisure Centre.  While ICIP remains in place until 2034, it is fully subscribed, and no new projects can be approved unless a renewed program is announced.

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For more information, contact

Mayor Bill Powalinksy
306.953.4300