August 13, 2019
Yesterday, the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Hon. Francois-Philippe Champagne was in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador to announce that the first two $15.7 million annual installments of the Federal Gas Tax Fund have been delivered to the province, along with a top-up of $32.8 million, made available through Budget 2019. This top-up doubles the amount of money for Newfoundland and Labrador communities, based on their allocations for the 2018-19 GTF transfer, enabling them to carry out infrastructure projects that support the well-being of their residents.
As Member of Parliament for Labrador, I am pleased that municipalities across Labrador will receive over $1.2 million dollars to support a diverse range of local infrastructure projects. Modern public infrastructure is key to promoting economic growth and supporting and strengthening our communities. This is why our Government is renewing its commitment to communities through the federal Gas Tax Fund allowing communities to support projects in line with their local priorities. Specifically the communities that will be receiving installments of the Federal Gas Tax Fund are:
For more information on the Federal Gas Tax Fund please click the link here: https://yjones.liberal.ca/news-nouvelles/statement-by-mp-jones-regarding-the-gas-tax-fund/
