Central Nova MP Sean Fraser has announced a federal investment of more than $2.3 million in the Salem wastewater extension project through the Direct Delivery stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund. The Salem wastewater extension project in Green Hill, Pictou County, will extend wastewater services to address growing housing and infrastructure needs. The release states the funding will support planning, design, and construction of the new infrastructure, including a pumping station, ensuring flood resilience and improved wastewater management by extending the linear wastewater services by 1,557 metres and the pressurized sewer pipes will be extended by 2,069 metres. The federal government is investing $2,352,574, while the Municipality of Pictou County is putting in $1,843,241. The province also contributed funds to the project.