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Kelowna Apr 22 - 13,359 views
The coffers for construction of the Okanagan Rail Trail between Kelowna and Coldstream have grown – again.
The federal government, through its Canada 150 infrastructure program, has kicked in $471,500 toward the project.
"Communities along the trail are grateful to Community Futures and WD's (Western Diversification) Canada 150 program for supporting the development," said trail ambassador Brad Clements. "By working together, we will finish the trail."
To date, more than 25 kilometres of the 48.5-km trail has been funded.
Stages one and two have been completely funded. The third, which includes intersection control and testing, is 75 per cent funded.
"I want to congratulate all those who are working so hard to bring this legacy project to fruition," said Kelowna-Lake Country MP Stephen Fuhr in making the funding announcement.
"The Okanagan Rail Trail will connect our communities, allow us to explore the heritage and beauty of the Okanagan and provide an outstanding recreational and tourist destination for many generations to come."
