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The Government of Canada is making investments across British Columbia to refresh community spaces attract new visitors and stimulate local economiesSafe and inclusive public spaces and dynamic tourism attractions are key to vibrant communities. They bring together people of all ages and abilities in turn supporting businesses and boosting economic vitality. Throughout the Thompson Okanagan and across British Columbias Southern Interior communities are ready to welcome residents and visitors alike to enjoy new and improved public spaces and tourism experiences.Today the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada PacifiCan announced over 5.5 million in PacifiCan funding for 23 projects throughout the Thompson Okanagan. This includes 3.2 million for nine projects funded through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund and over 2.3 million for 14 projects funded through the Tourism Relief Fund.The City of Penticton is receiving 950000 in funding through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund for two projects that will improve public infrastructure in the community. The first project will receive 750000 for the development of a new lake-to-lake bike route between Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake that will provide cyclists with safe easy access across the city. The additional 200000 will be used to construct two accessible community washrooms at Pentictons Kiwanis Park Safety Village and Riverside Park.Upgrading existing infrastructure and building new public assets will mean British Columbians will have better access to recreational programs and facilities these projects will grow economic opportunities create jobs and improve community wellness. Communities benefiting from todays announcements include Kelowna Penticton Peachland Golden Revelstoke Vernon Summerland Keremeos and Osoyoos.For the full list of projects please see backgrounder here.Todays funding announcement builds on the recent openings of PacifiCan offices in Kelowna and Cranbrook that will help support local economic development for British Columbians in the Southern Interior. With new officers living and providing service in the Southern Interior PacifiCan will be more accessible to all communities in the region.QuotesThese investments demonstrate how the Government of Canada is helping to boost economic development in communities across British Columbia. We are here to support small- and medium-sized businesses on the road to recovery. Investing in shared public spaces and tourism experiences will bring communities together and ensure that the Thompson Okanagan region thrives well into the future.- The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaAs we move past the acute phase of the pandemic Canadas tourism sector is showing strong signs of growth. The Government of Canadas investments in tourism over the last two years focused on the survival of our visitor economy. As we move to revival and the growth of the sector we continue to provide targeted support to tourism businesses so they can keep delivering unforgettable experiences. A fully recovered and robust tourism sector is key to our governments ongoing work in building an economy that works for all Canadians.- The Honourable Randy Boissonnault Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of FinanceThis is a great example of partnerships that are working to create safer and healthier communities. I am delighted that PacifiCan has come to the table with this grant and is participating in building more active modes of transportation and ensuring accessibility for all. The City of Penticton is committed to being a healthy active and accessible community and we look forward to co-operating on more projects like these two.- Julius Bloomfield Mayor City of Penticton
