Carney outlines $51B federal plan for local infrastructure, housing and health projects

Prime Minister Mark Carney says the federal government will invest $51 billion over the next decade to address infrastructure gaps across Canada, with funding directed toward municipal projects, housing and health care facilities.

Speaking in Brampton on Tuesday, Carney detailed how the Build Communities Strong Fund, first announced in the 2025 federal budget, will allocate $27.8 billion for core infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and water and sewer systems. A further $6 billion is earmarked for community-level projects, including recreation centres.

According to the Prime Minister’s office, the first project under the local stream includes $64 million in federal funding for a new recreation centre and park in Brampton. Additional projects are in development across multiple provinces, though timelines and locations have not yet been confirmed.

The remaining $17.2 billion in the fund is contingent on matching contributions from provinces and territories. Federal officials say this portion will support efforts to lower the cost of new housing and expand health infrastructure, including emergency departments.

The federal government has said Ontario will receive the largest share of the funding. According to a recent federal announcement, the province plans to use part of its allocation to waive sales taxes on eligible new homes for one year.