Today the Governments of Canada and Ontario announced that the Town of Petrolia in recognition of its commitment to eliminate development charges for all housing types from March 30, 2026, to March 31, 2029 is receiving up to $2.3 million through the Development Charge Reduction Program (DCRP) The funding will help build more homes and community infrastructure in Petrolia while advancing the province’s plan to protect Ontario by investing in projects that support economic growth and keep workers on the job.