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Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion
Cost-sharing for county infrastructure projects
Last Update: June 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This policy sets out how the County of Renfrew shares infrastructure costs with local municipalities. It covers planned road and infrastructure expansion, scope changes, and related maintenance responsibilities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Expansion of County infrastructure to support municipal growth.
- Rehabilitation of existing infrastructure to similar geometry and alignment.
- Urbanization of a rural cross-section on a County road.
- Planned capital projects with shared infrastructure between the County and a local municipality.
Documents Needed
- Written request to the Director of Public Works and Engineering.
- Memorandum of Understanding.
- Cost Sharing Agreement.
- Request for Tender review and acceptance documents, where applicable.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local municipalities within the County of Renfrew.
Eligible expenses
- Design and consultant services.
- Road structure and related roadway works.
- Storm sewer, sanitary, and watermain-related works.
- Sidewalks, pedestrian pathways, crossings, and streetlights.
- Property purchases and legal services linked to the project.
Eligible geographic areas
- County of Renfrew, Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit a written request
- Send the request to the Director of Public Works and Engineering.
- Meet the deadline that applies to the type of request and project timing.
- Step 2: County review and coordination
- The County reviews the request and may discuss scope, costs, and project timing with the municipality.
- If accepted, the County includes the municipal items in the tender documents.
- Step 3: Sign the Memorandum of Understanding
- Execute the Memorandum of Understanding before design begins.
- Step 4: Sign the Cost Sharing Agreement
- Execute the formal Cost Sharing Agreement after tendering and before contract award.
Processing and Agreement
- The County reviews the municipality’s request and may present cost-increasing scope changes to the appropriate Standing Committee.
- If approved, County and municipal staff work together through design, tendering, award, construction, and warranty review.
- If the request is not approved, the municipality may still proceed but must cover the additional costs.
- The contract is awarded only after the Cost Sharing Agreement is executed.
Additional information
- A Memorandum of Understanding is required before design proceeds.
- A formal Cost Sharing Agreement must be in place before contract award.
- County Council may make exceptions to the policy.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion Program
What is the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion?
This policy sets out how the County of Renfrew shares infrastructure costs with local municipalities. It covers planned road and infrastructure expansion, scope changes, and related maintenance responsibilities.
Who is eligible for the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion program?
To be eligible for the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion program, you must:
Local municipality request required.
County infrastructure must be involved.
Cost-sharing agreement needed.
What expenses are eligible under Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion?
Expansion of County infrastructure to support municipal growth.
Rehabilitation of existing infrastructure to similar geometry and alignment.
Urbanization of a rural cross-section on a County road.
Planned capital projects with shared infrastructure between the County and a local municipality.
Who can I contact for more information about the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion?
You can contact Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC).
Where is the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion available?
The Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion?
Policy GA-14 - Infrastructure Expansion is funded by Renfrew County Housing Corporation (RCHC)