After working in child care for more than three decades, Lorraine Trulsen thought she had seen it all, but six weeks ago the COVID-19 pandemic changed the way the world works for the director at Heritage Park Childcare Centre in Mission.

Drivers are advised that work is scheduled from Friday, April 10 through Monday, April 13, 2020, on Highway 7 between Nelson Street and Silverdale Avenue, causing minor traffic delays in Mission.

Safety is the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s top priority.

Students in the Mission School District will benefit from almost $1.8 million in provincial funding for school upgrade projects, classroom supplies and a new school bus, MLA Marc Dalton announced on behalf of Education Minister Mike Bernier.

Modern and efficient transportation networks are crucial to increasing economic opportunities, facilitating trade and creating well-paying jobs.

Families in the Mission school district will benefit from improved transportation services, thanks to $188,900 in funding under the new provincial Student Transportation Fund.

Dewdney Slough Bridge, located 8 km east of Mission on Highway 7, reopened to single lane alternating traffic at 5 a.m. today in time for commuter and school bus traffic.