Upgrading a 4.3‑kilometre section between Sorrento and Salmon Arm.
Upgrading a 4.3‑kilometre section between Sorrento and Salmon Arm will improve the safety and reliability of the primary highway link for commercial goods between Lower Mainland container ports, Asia‑Pacific markets and the rest of Canada.
All financial figures are anticipated federal contributions for projects, most of which are cost-shared with important contributions from partners, including British Columbia and other western provincial and municipal governments, ports and railways.
All projects are subject to funding commitments of all partners, completion of due diligence, contribution agreements and final federal project approval.
"This investment will provide significant relief to road users, enhance the quality of life of neighbouring residents, and accommodate anticipated growth in the movement of goods associated with Canada's Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative."- Colin Mayes, MP - Okanagan-Shuswap