BELLA BELLA, B.C. – The federal government has announced more than $20 million in joint federal-provincial funding towards eight social, transportation and green infrastructure projects in British Columbia.
The Government of Canada is putting more than $11.5 million into the eight projects through the Rural and Northern Infrastructure stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program and the Government of British Columbia is contributing $9.8 million with contributions from project recipients totalling $776,527.
Funding will go to the Heiltsuk First Nation in Bella Bella, B.C. for a road infrastructure project to increase access to the community by linking Bella Bella with a nearby airport. The existing road will be converted to a dedicated pedestrian and bike path in addition to construction of a new two kilometre road.
Stswecem’c Xget’tem First Nation in B.C.’s southern interior will see greater food security through the construction of two green houses, two walk-in freezers and a canning shed, which will support the community garden and sustainability program.
A dock, boardwalk and community building are undergoing reconstruction at Read Island in the Strathcona Regional District, which is currently only accessible by water.
“Other communities across the province, including Cumberland, Salt Spring Island, Spallumcheen, and Sparwood will benefit from new or upgraded wastewater treatment facilities and drinking water systems, including the rehabilitation of an aging dam, construction of a new well and reservoir, and upgrades to sewage treatment facilities,” an Infrastructure Canada release said.
“This investment in eight infrastructure projects across the province shows our commitment to the resilience and welfare of communities. From more food security for the Stswecem’c Xget’tem First Nation to improved wastewater treatment on Salt Spring Island, we are supporting community well-being and the protection of the natural environment,” said B.C. Minister of Municipal Affairs Nathan Cullen in a statement.
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