Two Cariboo Airports are receiving funding for upgrades from the provincial government.
The funding will be from the Province’s B.C Air Access Program (BCAAP), the grant funding is for infrastructure projects for the province’s rural airports.
“These improvements to our rural and regional airports will help keep British Columbians connected and our economy on the move,” says Minister of Transportation and Transit, Mike Farnworth.
This year, the Province is investing $6.2 million through the BCAAP, supporting 16 airport upgrades.
Williams Lake Regional Airport is receiving $233,127 to replace fuel–dispensing cabinets.
The District of 100 Mile House Municipal Airport will be receiving $14,401 for runway safety improvements.
Airports in Northern B.C., including Prince George, Burns Lake, and Smithers are also receiving funding through the BCAAP.
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