Lucan Biddulph, ON – The Township of Lucan Biddulph is pleased to announce that it has received funding from the Municipal Housing and Infrastructure Program thru the Province of Ontario in the amount of $17,600,000.00 to support the expansion and modernization of its wastewater treatment plant. This investment will allow the Township to complete essential system upgrades while increasing treatment capacity to meet the community’s growing needs.
In addition to expanding the capacity of the plant, the project will ensure that the wastewater treatment system continues to operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with environmental regulations.
‘Lucan is one of the fasted growing communities in Ontario, and this investment will help ensure that growth is supported and can continue with the right infrastructure”, said Steve Pinsonneault, MPP for Lambton-Kent-Middlesex. “By expanding the Lucan Wastewater Treatment Plant, we’re enabling the construction of nearly 1,000 new homes, keeping pace with the community’s needs, and helping to grow our local economy. Our government remains focused on delivering the housing people in our region can count on for the future”.
“This funding is a critical investment in the future of our community,” said Mayor Cathy Burghardt-Jesson. “Lucan Biddulph is growing, and our infrastructure needs to grow with it. By upgrading and expanding our wastewater treatment plant, we are ensuring reliable service for residents and businesses, protecting our environment, and preparing for continued economic development. We are grateful for the support provided through the Municipal Housing and Infrastructure Program, an important initiative of the Province of Ontario, which invests in small but growing municipalities like ours.”
The expansion will not only improve the quality and reliability of the wastewater system but will also support future residential, commercial, and industrial growth in Lucan Biddulph.
Construction on the wastewater treatment plant expansion is expected to begin early in 2026 and be completed in 2027.
FAQs:
General Project Information
Q: Why is Lucan Biddulph updating and expanding its wastewater treatment plant?
A: The Township is growing, and the current plant is nearing its capacity. The expansion will ensure our wastewater system can meet present and future needs while continuing to protect public health and the environment.
This project will also include necessary upgrades to the aging infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and incorporate technology that enhances performance that is a separate necessity from expansion.
Q: When will the project start and finish?
A: Construction is expected to begin in early 2026 and be completed in 2027
Q: What is the estimated cost of the project?
A: The project is estimated at $20 million but until tenders documents are issued and received, a final cost at this time are approximate based on previous engineering reports.
Impact on Residents
Q: Will this affect my water or wastewater rates?
A: No, it will not. This new funding will ensure that residents will not be affected by the project.
Q: Will there be disruptions to service during construction?
A: Essential wastewater services will continue uninterrupted.
Q: How will this project benefit the community?
A: It will ensure safe, reliable wastewater treatment, support economic growth, accommodate new housing and businesses, and improve environmental protection.