Building on the economic benefits and jobs created by getting to yes on major projects and provincial investments in infrastructure, Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo announced immediate investments and a long-term action plan outlined in B.C.’s rural economic development strategy that will create jobs and economic opportunities in Shuswap.

With more than $282,000 in funding from the B.C. Government, Community Futures Shuswap is setting out to create a new labour-market strategy for the region.

The B.C. government is providing more funding to help people gain work experience while contributing to an important community project.

As of Jan. 16, 2017, British Columbians looking to purchase their first home can apply to the B.C. Home Owner Mortgage and Equity Partnership program, which helps first-time homebuyers create secure and stable futures for their families through home ownership.

Students in the North Okanagan-Shuswap School District are connecting with skills and technology training development thanks to a $17,500 grant to the district from the Province’s Shoulder Tappers Program.

The B.C. government has distributed $15,199 in compensation for municipal property taxes to the City of Salmon Arm.

Students, teachers and staff at A.L. Fortune Secondary school in the North Okanagan-Shuswap school district will benefit from $196,876 in provincial School Enhancement Program funding.

Families in the North-Okanagan Shuswap school district will benefit from improved transportation services, thanks to $561,925 in funding under the new provincial Student Transportation Fund.