The government is enhancing two programs to provide a greener future for communities throughout BC.
Improvements to BikeBC and BC Air Access will help support environmental initiatives for smaller towns to improve their cycling and airport infrastructure.
Now, communities with a population of less than 15,000 will be able to participate in BikeBC more easily, with up to 75% of their costs covered by the program. Communities with more than 15,000 people are eligible for 50% of costs covered.
“BikeBC funding is a key reason why B.C. is a North American leader, with 40% of British Columbians riding a bike at least once a year,” said Richard Campbell, executive director of the British Columbia Cycling Coalition.
“Our research shows that 2.3 million people say they would ride even more if there were separate bike lanes to protect them from traffic. The enhancements to the program will help make cycling safer, communities greener and will help B.C. realize its potential when it comes to cycling tourism and the economic benefits that come with it.”
BC Air Access is also receiving more funding to support environmentally conscious projects to help cut emissions and brining in a flexible application to make it easier for communities to get involved.
“Our airports are critical socio-economic drivers for the communities they serve, and the B.C. Air Access Program offers vital support to these often heavily used facilities,” said Heather Bell, chair of the B.C. Aviation Council.
“The program provides a welcome funding relief to airports around the province, and new criteria will make further environmental improvements that will benefit the communities, staff and travellers who use them.”
Applications for both BikeBC and BC Air Access will continue to until February 9th, to find out more click here.
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