More hot-in-place asphalt resurfacing projects are coming to the Kamloops area this summer, resulting in less greenhouse gas emissions during the construction process and smoother roads for local residents, tourists and industry.

Variable speed signs are now active in three locations throughout the province as part of a pilot project to help reduce the frequency and severity of weather-related crashes.

The B.C. government is providing more funding to BC Transit to significantly increase handyDART service hours in Kamloops, benefitting persons with disabilities and seniors.

Two new highway webcams are now installed on Highway 1 at Hoffman’s Bluff, giving drivers a real-time view of this section of the Trans-Canada Highway east of Pritchard.

Construction of new passing lanes and commercial truck pullout will soon begin on Highway 5 north of Kamloops, improving safety and mobility as part of B.C. on the Move, the Province’s 10-year transportation plan.

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure will be conducting rehabilitation work on the  Highway 1 Valleyview overpass in Kamloops, beginning March 29, for five weeks.

The British Columbia government is providing $324 million in operating contributions to BC Transit over the next three years.