As British Columbia experiences some of its strongest tourism growth in years, Revelstoke is receiving $583,057 from the Province’s Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) to support its tourism industry.

Several repaving projects, including the resurfacing of over 60 kilometres of Highway 23N, will soon be underway in the Revelstoke area, bringing smoother roads and a more comfortable ride for local motorists, cyclists, tourists and industry.

More than 20 people now have a safe, affordable place to live at Revelstoke Community Housing Society’s new townhouse complex, which celebrated its official opening.

Chelan and Corry Sabiston’s adoption journey has an interesting and happy twist.

Several years ago, when Melissa Jameson made the decision to have a child, she took the adoption route.

John Lalonde did not want his hearing loss to keep him from pursuing his dream job as a bike mechanic in Revelstoke, so this spring he reached out to his local WorkBC Employment Services Centre for help.

Revelstoke will receive a total of $590,762 to support local tourism infrastructure and visitor services.

During the cooler evenings of late summer, many British Columbians are once again starting to light wood stoves or fireplaces to help keep their homes warm.

The Government of British Columbia is growing tourism economies by providing $10.5 million this year to 14 resort municipalities throughout the province.