Building on the economic benefits and jobs created by getting to yes on major projects and provincial investments in infrastructure, MLA for Kamloops-South Thompson Todd Stone and MLA for Kamloops-North Thompson Terry Lake announced immediate investments outlined in B.C.’s rural economic development strategy that will create jobs and economic opportunities in the Kamloops region.

A major bridge rehabilitation project on the Coquihalla Highway will begin this spring, extending the life of this steel-arch bridge, as well as increasing safety along this important corridor.

Investing in modern, safe and efficient roadways is critical to connecting communities, helping businesses efficiently move their goods to domestic and international markets, and building a strong economic future for all Canadians.

Ground was officially broken to mark the start of construction for the new $30-million Industrial Training and Technology Centre at Thompson Rivers University (TRU).

A major resurfacing project east of Kamloops will begin this spring, as the ministry starts to tender the first projects of the coming construction season.

Over two kilometres of Highway 5 are now widened to include a passing lane and a commercial vehicle safety enforcement (CVSE) pullout has been built, easing congestion and bringing safer conditions along this route.

A project to install inlaid durable pavement markings at two locations in the southern interior is now complete.

Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Todd Stone teamed up with ICBC and Kamloops RCMP, to remind everyone that if your festivities include raising some glasses of holiday cheer, plan for a safe ride home ahead of time.

Several road improvement projects in the Kamloops and Logan Lake areas are now complete.