Tuesday, April 29, 2025
The City of Cambridge is delivering on a key priority in its Strategic Plan – laying the foundation for community building and future growth. In partnership with the Region of Waterloo and Township of Woolwich, the City is installing essential infrastructure that will support future development and expansion of business, industrial and residential lands in the northern part of Cambridge.
Construction is well underway on a sanitary trunk sewer along Middle Block Road, a major infrastructure investment that will support long-term growth. The new sewer line, which will run from Intermarket Road to Fountain Street, will provide service for hundreds of acres of developable land to support new businesses and homes in the city and the region.
“While we may not control the economy, we can shape the future of our city while still keeping it in mind,” said Mayor Jan Liggett. “By moving forward with the sanitary trunk sewer upgrade, we are making strategic investments to ensure the city’s infrastructure is ready for what lies ahead and supporting future development in North Cambridge. As seen in the past, shovel ready projects will always be eligible for federal and provincial stimulus funding and this will ensure that eligibility.”
Cambridge is projected to grow to 215,000 by 2051. This investment ensures we’re ready to support that growth along with job creation, local investment, and servicing future employment lands around the Region of Waterloo International Airport.
“This collaborative effort allows us to grow across Waterloo Region, bringing critical capacity online for both housing and employment lands,” said Regional Chair Karen Redman. “This means new homes, good paying jobs and the ability to accommodate the growth in both our cities and townships. It’s a strategic project that will serve us for years to come.”
“Today marks a significant milestone in a collaborative effort that spans over two decades,” said Mayor Sandy Shantz. “The installation of trunk sanitary infrastructure, starting in Cambridge and continuing into Woolwich/Breslau, is the result of strong partnerships and a joint commitment to the future of our Region. This project is a testament to what we can achieve when municipalities, regional governments, and local stakeholders work together toward a shared vision. The development of 1,100 hectares of prime land in Breslau will open the door to a future of sustainable growth and opportunity, benefiting not just Woolwich, but the entire Region of Waterloo.”
To accommodate construction, Middle Block Road is fully closed from Riverbank Drive to Fountain Street until mid-summer, and a detour route is in place with signage posted to assist motorists.
The project is anticipated to be complete by late July 2025 at a cost of $3.8M.
