The City of Quinte West is getting a $16.4 million boost to help with a new elevated water storage tank and replacement of the current Mount Pelion booster station.
Bay of Quinte MPP Tyler Allsopp announced the boost at city hall on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.
“Quinte West is one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario and an economic driver for our region,” said Allsopp. “It requires a reliable supply of safe, clean water to support new and existing homes and businesses, as well as anticipated growth at CFB Trenton.
“Our government recognizes that need and it is delivering meaningful support to help the municipality address this need.”
As previously reported, the city has been eyeing upgrades for the Trenton water distribution system, with city staff saying a planning process is underway to create additional water storage capacity and operational improvements to the system. Staff said the expansion will provide improved security and supply, and reliability of the supply system with long-term operational flexibility.
Monies are coming through the province’s health and safety water stream of the municipal housing infrastructure program to support construction.
Mayor Jim Harrison said the investment will help improve access to safe, reliable drinking water for residents.
“The new elevated water storage tank and replacement of the booster station will be a critical investment that will serve our community for years to come,” added Harrison.
According to the city’s 2021 water and wastewater master-plan, upgrades in this area were identified as a critical priority.
Upgrades are also supposed to address current capacity shortfalls.
Project updates will be posted via the city’s website.
(Written by: Sarah Hyatt)
