About 20,000 jobs will be created or maintained over the next three years through one of the largest infrastructure programs in Nova Scotia's history.

Premier Rodney MacDonald announced a plan that will add a $1.9-billion investment in the Building For Growth infrastructure plan in Halifax today.

"Building for Growth is designed to get people working and keep our economy growing," Premier Rodney MacDonald said. "Beyond the immediate benefit of jobs, we have strategically selected projects that will contribute to the long-term prosperity of our province, and improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians."

Investment and job-creation initiatives in the Building for Growth plan will be matched with strategic priorities, including: energy conservation; roads, bridges and highways; schools and information technology; safe, healthy communities; and tourism, culture and heritage.

The plan's four objectives are to create and maintain jobs, invest in strategic priorities, maintain fiscal stability, and help people get jobs through a $24-million training fund, regional information sessions, and a new website, buildingfornovascotia.ca.

Click here to learn more and find audio and video clips from the announcement.