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GNWT announces funding for 198 kilometres of road work

Funding comes from federal and territorial governments
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Construction season is about to begin as the GNWT and the federal government have announced $94.8 million has been set aside for road, bridges and culvert work SA国际影视传媒 over half of which will be put towards road construction and rehabilitation in the NWT. NNSL file photo

Officials with the federal government and GNWT have announced $43.6 million has been allotted for both the construction of new roads and the rehabilitation of deteriorating ones this year.

Funding comes from a total of $94.8 million set aside in the 2025-26 capital budget. In total, 198 kilometres of highway, five bridges/culverts and three access roads will get worked on this summer.

"Improving our transportation infrastructure is about more than roads SA国际影视传媒 itSA国际影视传媒檚 about connecting people, creating opportunities, and building stronger, safer communities," said Infrastructure Minister Vince McKay in a June 5 new release. "These projects help drive local economies, improve access to essential services. The GNWT remains committed to working with partners to ensure our transportation system supports the needs of our residents and businesses.SA国际影视传媒

There are 3,873 kilometres of road in the NWT, including all-year roads, access roads and ice roads, and 350 bridges and related structures.



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