A southeast community is seeing some support from the provincial and federal government as applications have opened as part of the Canadian Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF). Those are due by May 20, with funds going to construction projects in a number of communities.
While many of the locations include cities like Regina and Saskatoon, the small southeast community of Moosomin was added to the list.
"Under the Canadian Housing Infrastructure Fund, communities will be able to invest in the vital municipal infrastructure that grows our economy, allows for new home construction and improves our overall quality of life," said Government Relations Minister Eric Schmalz. "With our government's contribution of more than $155 million, a total of over $340 million will be made available to enhance municipal infrastructure in Saskatchewan and I encourage all communities to start preparing for the significant intake planned for September."
Some of the projects being funded include critical infrastructure related to drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and solid waste, which will support more homes throughout the province.
The agreement between Canada and Saskatchewan requires that a set amount of funding be committed by June 30, 2025. The Government of Saskatchewan's initial intake is prioritizing those projects that have committed to housing outcomes, with additional intakes opening this fall.
During this initial intake, more than $23 million will be allocated to Saskatchewan communities that have been approved for the federal Housing Accelerator Funding (HAF), along with cities wth over 30,000 residents.
The next round of applications for the project begins in mid-September for all eligible municipalities, with no approval for the federal HAF program needed.
For a full look at the eligibility requirements, the online application process, and additional information, you can visit the Government of Saskatchewan's CHIF page.