Limoges, ON — MPP Stéphane Sarrazin is pleased to announce that the Ontario government is investing up to $3.3 Million to rehabilitate water infrastructure in the village of Limoges. The funding comes from the province’s Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream (MHIP-HSWS), which has increased by $700 million for a total of $875 million to support access to safe drinking water, housing, job creation and protection for communities in the event of extreme weather events.
“The replacement of the filter trains and the reconstruction of the structural wall at the Limoges Water Treatment Plant are critical projects to ensure a reliable and safe water supply for our community. Modern, high-performing infrastructure is essential to support growth, protect public health, and provide residents with quality services. Our government is proud to work with The Nation Municipality to deliver these improvements, which will benefit the community for many years,” said Stéphane Sarrazin, MPP for Glengarry–Prescott–Russell.
The funding will be used to replace two aging filtration trains at the Limoges Water Treatment Plant. The existing filter trains, installed when the plant was first built, have reached the end of their useful life.
An engineering assessment identified structural deterioration and limited access for maintenance, creating safety and operational risks. Full replacement is necessary to help ensure continued compliance with provincial drinking water standards.
The project, estimated at $4.8 million, will install modern filter trains with automated controls and stainless-steel construction, improving reliability, safety, and monitoring. The new equipment is expected to have a lifespan of approximately 25 years.
"We are extremely grateful for the support from the province’s Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program, which eases the financial impact on our residents while allowing us to move forward with this critical water infrastructure project. Funding like this enables us to take a prudent approach that ensures essential infrastructure is delivered efficiently and sustainably, while maintaining the quality of life for our residents." said Francis Brière, Mayor of The Nation Municipality.
This funding is part of a historic investment of $4 billion in the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program (MHIP), included in Ontario’s $220 billion capital plan, the most ambitious in the province’s history, to build transit, highways, hospitals, schools and water infrastructure that enables new housing.
“As we continue to navigate economic uncertainty and unwarranted U.S. tariffs, our government is protecting Ontario by investing in critical infrastructure that drives growth, creates jobs and strengthens communities,” said Todd McCarthy, Acting Minister of Infrastructure. “Through our historic $4 billion Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program, we are giving municipalities and First Nations the tools they need to get shovels in the ground and build stronger communities. Our investments will deliver more homes, modernize aging water systems and lay the foundation for long-term prosperity across Ontario.”
Quick Facts
- In August 2025, Ontario increased the MHIP to $4 billionto speed up construction of homes and core infrastructure, such as roads and water systems. Since its launch in 2024, the MHIP has made about 800,000 more new homes possible.
- The MHIP is comprised of four funding streams: the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF), the Housing-Enabling Core Servicing (HECS) Stream, the Health and Safety Water Stream (HSWS)and the Agriculture and Irrigation Stream.
- In January 2025, Ontario announced an initial investment of $175 millionto launch the HSWS.
Additional Resources
- Ontario Investing $1.6 Billion in Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program
- Ontario Getting Homes and Infrastructure Built Faster and Smarter
- Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program
- Health and Safety Water Stream
Limoges Water System
The Limoges Water Treatment Plant, built in 1999, is owned and operated by The Nation Municipality. The plant draws water from two local wells and treats it before distributing it through the Limoges Water System.
The Limoges Water System serves the Village of Limoges and surrounding communities, including Forest Park, providing drinking water to approximately 5,900 residents. In 2022, the system was further strengthened by a connection to the Cheney water tower, enabling treated water from Clarence-Rockland to supplement the system. This multi-phase project significantly increases water capacity, ensuring a more reliable and sustainable supply for the Limoges community as it continues to grow.
The municipality remains committed to continuously improving the delivery of this essential service to meet the evolving needs of its residents.