People living in British Columbia’s northern region are benefiting from more than $11 million in transportation investments made to support the region during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Crews are working on a variety of paving projects in British Columbia’s northern region, covering more than 350 kilometres of highways and side roads this year.

A one-year extension to the BC Bus North service has been granted, meaning people who live and work in northern British Columbia can continue to rely on inter-city bus service.

The Province is helping communities bring crucial improvements to regional airports with a boost in funding as part of B.C.’s COVID-19 economic recovery plan and B.C. Air Access Program grants.

Work to construct a new bridge across Bittner Creek at Foreman Road is underway, providing a safer crossing for people and better conditions for fish habitat.

Crews will start work in the coming weeks resurfacing provincial roadways in and around the Prince George area, making the drive safer and smoother for people who travel these routes.