Province increases funding for winter roads – Link2Build

September 02, 2025

The Ontario government has announced it will increase its annual funding for the Winter Roads Program to $13 million to build and maintain nearly 3,200 kilometres of winter roads in the North.

The increased funding will help more than 24,000 people in remote areas continue to connect to jobs, services and family during the winter months and will support the transport of essential goods to support local economies.

“Winter roads are a lifeline for northern communities that keep people connected and help local businesses move goods and supplies,” said George Pirie, Minister of Northern Economic Development and Growth. “This investment will strengthen the seasonal road network, improve access to services and help Northern Ontario remain resilient in the face of economic uncertainty from U.S. tariffs.”

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