--- title: Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund description: Investing $200M in Municipal Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Upgrades for Improved Public Health and Sustainability. image: https://grantmatch.com/hubfs/Program%20Image%20%289%29-1.png --- [![GrantMatchLogo](https://grantmatch.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GrantMatchLogo.png?width=200&height=34&name=GrantMatchLogo.png) ](https://grantmatch.com/en/?hsLang=en) - SOLUTIONS - [For Small Business ](https://grantmatch.com/hub?hsLang=en) - [For Large Business ](https://grantmatch.com/grantmatch-premium?hsLang=en) - [For Municipalities ](https://grantmatch.com/municipalities?hsLang=en) - OUR EXPERTISE - [Municipalities ](https://grantmatch.com/municipalities?hsLang=en) - [Manufacturing ](https://grantmatch.com/manufacturers?hsLang=en) - [Food & Beverage ](https://grantmatch.com/food-and-beverage?hsLang=en) - [Enivronmental, Social & Governance ](https://grantmatch.com/environmental-social-and-governance?hsLang=en) - [SUCCESS STORIES ](https://grantmatch.com/success-stories?hsLang=en) - [LEARN ](https://grantmatch.com/blog?hsLang=en) - [Hot New Programs ](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs) - [GrantMatch Academy ](https://grantmatch.com/grant-academy?hsLang=en) - [ABOUT US ](https://grantmatch.com/about?hsLang=en) - [Our Team ](https://grantmatch.com/en-ca/about?hsLang=en) - [Contact Us ](https://grantmatch.com/contact?hsLang=en) - [Careers ](https://grantmatch.com/careers?hsLang=en) [Connect with us! ](https://grantmatch.com/contact?hsLang=en) Funding for Municipalities # Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund Investing $200M in Municipal Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Upgrades for Improved Public Health and Sustainability. [ GrantMatch Team ](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/author/grantmatch-team) Nov 30, 2023 [Canada](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/tag/canada) [Energy](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/tag/energy) [Funding for Municipalities](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/tag/funding-for-municipalities) [Innovation](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/tag/innovation) ### Share this article [mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/housing-enabling-water-systems-fund&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email%20&body=Check%20out%20https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/housing-enabling-water-systems-fund&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/housing-enabling-water-systems-fund&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email%20&body=Check%20out%20https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/housing-enabling-water-systems-fund&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email) ### Subscribe ### Subscribe ![Housing Enablement ](https://grantmatch.com/hubfs/Program%20Image%20%289%29-1.png) ## $200 Million To Be Invested In Repair, Rehabilitation, and Expansion Of Municipal Water and Wastewater Infrastructure As Ontario strives to achieve its ambitious goal of building at least 1.5 million homes by 2031, the province is taking significant steps to support growing communities and upgrade essential infrastructure. One crucial initiative on this journey is the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund, designed to provide municipalities with the resources they need to construct critical water infrastructure. This fund, along with the broader capital plan for infrastructure development, is poised to bring a positive change in Ontario's landscape, ensuring that infrastructure is built for today and generations to come. ### Ontario's Growing Communities Ontario has seen significant growth in its population and housing demands, which necessitates a focus on infrastructure development. As part of this endeavor, the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund plays a pivotal role in addressing the water and wastewater requirements of growing communities. Most of Ontario's existing infrastructure was built in the 1950s and 1960s, making it essential to invest in upgrades and repairs to meet the needs of modern communities.   FUnds   This three-year, $1.2 billion fund is intended to help municipalities achieve their housing targets. **Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund** The Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund is a dedicated financial resource designed to support housing-enabling water and wastewater projects across the province. Eligible municipalities will have the opportunity to nominate projects through this fund, starting in early 2024. The fund aims to bridge the infrastructure gap and facilitate housing growth, contributing to the province's goal of 1.5 million homes by 2031. **Building Faster Fund** In conjunction with the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund, the Building Faster Fund is another integral piece of Ontario's housing strategy. It covers housing-enabling infrastructure and related costs that support community growth, making it easier for municipalities to keep pace with their housing development plans. **Innovative Funding Approaches** The Ontario government is exploring various funding mechanisms to support municipal water infrastructure and foster housing growth. This includes providing improved flexibility for municipalities to access loans under the Infrastructure Ontario Loan Program. By offering these options, the government aims to empower municipalities and facilitate essential infrastructure development. Deadline   April 19th, 2024 11:59PM EST ## Similar posts [Canada Blog ](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs) In Canada ### [Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 1: Applications Now Open](https://grantmatch.com/hot-new-programs/agriculture-water-infrastructure-program-stream-1-applications-now-open?hsLang=en) Funding now available for water infrastructure in B.C. agriculture. 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