The Saskatchewan and federal governments are helping to fund a new wastewater lagoon in Langham, Sask.
Officials said the lagoon is needed to increase the reliability and capacity of the town’s wastewater system due to a growth in demand.
“The Town of Langham is very thankful for the funding announcement that is being made today for our wastewater treatment lagoon,” Langham Mayor John Hildebrand said.
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“This investment in infrastructure is integral to the future growth of the town.”
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Officials said the project will help address local concerns by protecting surrounding soil and groundwater from wastewater contaminants.
“This important investment in Langham will protect the local environment, provide reliable wastewater services for the community’s residents, and support population growth and business development in the area,” Ralph Goodale, Canada’s minister of public safety and emergency preparedness, stated.
Both the provincial and federal governments are contributing up to $1.9 million each to the $6 million project, with the remaining funding coming from the town.
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Langham is approximately 35 kilometres northwest of Saskatoon.
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