The Ontario government announced on December 9 that it will provide more than $3 million in funding to the University of Windsor for critical repairs and updates to its capital stock.

The funding comes from the province’s Facilities Renewal Program (FRP), which was expanded by $73 million—to $144 million—for 2020–21.

"The world-class education students receive at our postsecondary institutions is critical to the future of Ontario, our economy, and the prosperity of our people,” said Ross Romano, Minister of Colleges and Universities. "That is why our government is proud to commit increased annual funding to the University of Windsor to renew and modernize their facilities. This funding represents an almost 100 percent increase from the previous year's funding."

The $3.12 million allotted to the University of Windsor represents an increase of nearly 90 percent compared to what the university received last year. The university will use the money to address its deferred-maintenance backlog, make critical repairs, modernize classrooms, upgrade technology and improve its environmental sustainability. The university may also use the funding to renew infrastructure campus projects.

"The University of Windsor welcomes this timely announcement from the Ontario government," said Rob Gordon, University of Windsor President and Vice-Chancellor. "Like all post-secondary institutions, it is critical that we continue to place an emphasis on upgrades to our existing facilities. Providing a world-class education depends on both the best possible instruction and ensuring the physical environment for that learning encourages collaboration and innovation."

This investment is part of the province’s three-year commitment to invest $466 million in capital grants for Ontario's colleges and universities through the FRP.