Merritt Airport receives $90,000

Twenty inter-city bus operators and 55 regional airports are approved to receive funding to help them stay open and provide essential transportation services to British Columbians.

“Our government is working to keep vital services operating during this unprecedented time, and this funding will help British Columbians – especially those in rural areas of the province – have a safe and reliable way to travel to essential appointments,” said Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. “We know inter-city bus companies and regional airports were in critical need of funding to keep their operations going during COVID-19. With this investment, inter-city buses and regional airports will now have the funding they need to continue operating and serving people.”

The Province has issued a one-time investment of $6.2 million to several inter-city bus operators and $16.5 million for regional airports to support operations between April 1, 2021, and March 31, 2022.

The Merritt Airport is set to receive $90,000 through the grant stream. City of Merritt Communications Manager Will George stated the funding will be used to cover expenses to operate the Merritt Airport, including fuel purchases and ongoing maintenance, like crack sealing, and building maintenance.

“Lots of new projects up there and especially with the airport community they’re providing quite a bit of input and thoughts for growth up there. It’s great to have that community engagement,” added George.