in Waterloo. With nearly $90 million in funding, these investments will improve public transit, expand housing accessibility, and enhance community resilience. The federal government is investing in transit and housing infrastructure to support sustainable growth
Through the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF), Waterloo’s Grand River Transit will receive $71.7 million over 10 years starting in 2026. This long-term funding will support:
The CPTF, providing $3 billion annually nationwide, ensures predictable funding for urban transit, rural transportation, and transit electrification.
Karen Redman, Regional Chair, Region of Waterloo
“This long-term investment will help the Region of Waterloo maintain and expand the transit system that our community relies on and is proud of. Providing transit service for people that takes them from where they live to where they want to go is the backbone of a transit system that will support Waterloo Region as it continues to grow.”
In addition to transit, Canada is investing $17.9 million in Waterloo’s encampment response plans, including:
Funding includes $5.4 million from the federal government and $12.5 million from the Region of Waterloo.
These investments align transit with housing, ensuring affordable, accessible, and climate-resilient communities. As part of Canada’s broader infrastructure strategy, Waterloo’s growth will be supported by integrated planning and sustainable development.
With stable federal support, Waterloo is set to expand public transit, address housing needs, and create a more livable and inclusive community.