Sioux Lookout, ON – The Municipality of Sioux Lookout has received provincial approval for a major infrastructure investment that will significantly expand the capacity and reliability of the community’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Through the Province’s Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Health and Safety Water Stream, Sioux Lookout will receive more than $16.6 million in provincial funding. The Municipality will contribute approximately $6.1 million, reflecting a strong local commitment to delivering critical water and wastewater infrastructure. This project represents one of the largest infrastructure investments in the Municipality’s upcoming capital plans.
The wastewater treatment plant expansion will increase treatment capacity to meet future demand, improve system reliability, and strengthen environmental protection. The project includes upgrades to existing infrastructure, improvements to mechanical and process systems, and enhancements to effluent and solids management. Together, these upgrades will ensure the facility continues to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with provincial and federal requirements as the community grows.
As part of the approved scope, the project also includes an extension of municipal water and wastewater services along Highway 72. This servicing extension will prepare the corridor for future serviced development through the installation of new watermain and sanitary forcemain infrastructure, along with associated valves, a fire hydrant, and full surface restoration.
Mayor Doug Lawrance said, “We’re very thankful for this major investment by the Province. This critical infrastructure project is essential to the future growth and development of Sioux Lookout, and we would not be able to proceed without this funding.”
All project components will be municipally owned and operated. Construction scheduling and next steps will proceed following final provincial agreements and required regulatory clearances.
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For more information, please contact:
Brian P. MacKinnon, CAO/Municipal Clerk
807-737-2700 or [email protected]