The Sunshine Coast Regional District is receiving $319,120 for the Dakota Ridge Access Project that will help encourage physical fitness through outdoor recreation, announced Ida Chong, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development.

This project will improve road access to the Dakota Ridge Winter Recreation area. This will mean even more residents of all ages will be able to use the site for activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and sledding. These pursuits are wonderful ways for families to have fun, improve their health and make a connection with their neighbours.

Under the $30-million Community Recreation Program, the Province is funding up to 80 per cent of eligible costs for 98 projects that will enhance recreation infrastructure provincewide. Projects include trails, bike paths, walkways, playgrounds and other indoor or outdoor recreation centres.

The total value of approved projects is more than $70 million, which will create an estimated 458 direct jobs and 251 indirect jobs.

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Ida Chong, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development -

"This project will ensure Sunshine Coast-area residents and visitors have an avenue to connect with our breathtaking environment as they participate in outdoor recreational opportunities. This supports the health of B.C. families, and the economic health of our regional communities through tourism and job creation."

Learn More:

For more information on the Community Recreation Program, go to: http://www.cscd.gov.bc.ca/lgd/infra/infrastructure_grants/community_recreation_program.htm

Learn more about the British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association at: http://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/

Contact:

Gillian Rhodes
Communications Manager
Community, Sport and Cultural Development
250 888-1462