Spending on roads, schools and hospitals highlight the Gallant government’s almost $758 million capital budget for 2017-18.
The number has increased by more than $100,000 over last year.
After robust economic growth in 2015 and expectations from the private sector, Finance Minister Cathy Rogers says New Brunswick’s economy is poised to enjoy triple the growth it saw between 2007 and 2014.
Health care spending will total $110 million with the Georges Dumont Hospital being one of three in the province undergoing renovations and additions.
Education spending stands at $88 million and includes a new middle school being built in Dieppe and a new Grades 6 to 8 school in Moncton North.
Infrastructure spending including roads and bridges is pegged at $447 million and major projects include the Fundy Trail Parkway Connector.
Upgrades to Moncton’s Elmwood Drive, north of the Trans Canada Highway are also planned.
