For Immediate Release
March 12, 2007

McGuinty Government Invests In Infrastructure

To Boost Economic Growth

$3 Million For Infrastructure Improvements In Sarnia

SARNIA - The McGuinty government is investing in Sarnia's wastewater management infrastructure with an investment of $3 million from the more than $190 million economic stimulus package designed to boost jobs and growth in Ontario, Caroline Di Cocco, MPP for Sarnia-Lambton announced today on behalf of Leona Dombrowsky, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.

"The provincial government is pleased to be assisting with infrastructure improvements in Sarnia," said Di Cocco. "This infrastructure project is yet another example of our government's commitment to protecting the environment for all Ontarians."

Through the economic stimulus package announced late last year, the equivalent of 3,000 jobs for one year will be created - that is on top of the 270,000 net new jobs the Ontario government under Dalton McGuinty has created since 2003.

"This is part of the McGuinty government's continuing commitment to invest in rural Ontario," said Di Cocco. "This investment will continue to strengthen Sarnia's foundation for long-term prosperity."

The McGuinty government is providing more than $190 million to assist Ontario families and communities affected by the province's moderate economic growth. In light of more moderate growth, the Ontario government is taking measures to stimulate the provincial economy by focusing on four key areas. This year, the government will:

  • Invest approximately $150 million to fast-track province-wide infrastructure projects, which leverages an additional approximate $185 million in capital spending;
  • Provide over $20 million to enhance skills training and job services for laid-off workers and apprentices, and bridge training and other services that help new Canadians;
  • Spend $22 million to advance tourism initiatives, which leverages almost $10 in visitor spending for every dollar invested; and
  • Strengthen inter-provincial trade initiatives.

"In the face of recent pressures, our economy has been resilient and these steps are strengthening it further," said Finance Minister Greg Sorbara. "Our targeted approach to economic development means that we are getting the best use from public funds to create new opportunities for Ontarians who need them most."

Since 2003, investments in infrastructure, postsecondary education, research and innovation and key economic sectors have helped strengthen Ontario's economic foundations and continue to build opportunity.

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Contacts:
Kelly Synnott
Minister's Office
416-326-6439

Brent Ross
Communications Branch
416-326-9342

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