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KELOWNA, B.C. - The airport in Kelowna, B.C., has obtained $15 million in federal funding for upgrades to infrastructure, together with for the circulate of passengers and crew being examined for COVID-19.
Transport Minister Omar Alghabra says a number of the enhancements embody changing airfield lighting, sections of the terminal constructing’s roof and the development of runway areas.
He says higher COVID-19 testing infrastructure may embody kiosks, touchless screens and limitations, particularly for passengers who're getting examined for the virus.
Alghabra says a further $3 million will likely be supplied to Kelowna Worldwide Airport to assist cowl operational prices.
Kelowna Mayor Colin Basran says the Okanagan airport has seen a spike in passenger visitors in contrast with many different airports through the pandemic.
He says the funding could possibly be useful in dashing up financial restoration of assorted sectors within the area recognized to attract vacationers.
This report by The Canadian Press was first printed Jan. 26, 2022.