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Infrastructure funding boost for Cheakamus Centre

March 06, 2021

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The Cheakamus Foundation for Environmental Learning has been awarded $226,500 from the Province of British Columbia's Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program (CERIP) destination development stream.   

The funds will be used for education tourism infrastructure improvements at Cheakamus Centre, including new eco-friendly washrooms and upgrades to the Longhouse outdoor carving area. Infrastructure improvements will greatly enhance the visitor experience and allow for expanded public programs for children, families and adults. 

This project is part of the ongoing revitalization of the Cheakamus Centre's 165-hectares campusConstruction is expected to start summer 2021. 

Learn More:

B.C. Government News Release: Tourism industry bolstered through destination development

Contact: 

Cathy Jenkins, Project Manager, Campus Renewal 
cjenkins@sd44.ca

Lisa Dalla Vecchia, Communications Manager
ldallavecchia@sd44.ca