The Government of Canada is making investments in British Columbia to refresh community spaces, attract new visitors, and stimulate local economies
Safe and inclusive public spaces and dynamic tourism attractions are key to building vibrant communities. They bring together people of all ages and abilities and attract new visitors, supporting local businesses and boosting economic vitality.
Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for North Vancouver, on behalf of the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced over $2.7 million in PacifiCan funding for seven projects throughout Vancouver's North Shore. This includes over $2.6 million for six projects funded through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund and $99,999 for one project funded through the Tourism Relief Fund.
Some of the investments include:
- $500,000 for the City of North Vancouver to create pedestrian-friendly spaces and pathways along the Esplanade corridor;
- $750,000 for the Squamish Nation to build a new multi-use recreational facility in West Vancouver; and
- $99,999 for Grouse Mountain Management Inc. to build a new chair lift at the resort.
For the full list of projects, please see the backgrounder here.
Projects like these help communities and businesses across British Columbia welcome visitors from near and far, improve community wellness, create jobs, and grow the local economy.
