Ottawa announces improvements for Highway 93 South
Posted Sep 2, 2016 9:31 pm.
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A major mountain artery and popular tourist route for visitors hoping to get a good look at the mountains is going to get some much needed repairs.
On Friday, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada Catherine McKenna announced an additional $19.9 million for rehabilitation work along Highway 93 South.
It’ll go to help improving visitor safety and access to both Kootenay and Banff National Parks.
The investment will affect several sections of the 105 kilometres of Highway 93 south through Kootenay and 10 kilometres in Banff.
It’s a continuation of work announced last year to refine climbing lanes, drainage and intersection improvements, slope stabilization and paving.
“The additional funding of more than $19 million for this extensive highway improvement project in Kootenay and Banff national parks will ensure continued safe and high-quality visitor experiences, and contribute to the local economy,” McKenna wrote in a release.
