KENORA – The government of Canada has announced that through the Airport Capital Assistance Program, Kenora Airport will receive $8.8 million in funding for the rehabilitation of Runway 08-26, Taxiway A, and Apron I.
"Local airports play a crucial role in communities across Canada, and our government is committed to supporting them. This investment in the Kenora Airport will ensure residents in Kenora continue to have access to safe and reliable air transportation options. Through investments like these, we are building healthier, stronger communities for the residents of Kenora and across the country," said Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport in a release.
The rehabilitation of Kenora’s airport will also include the removal of the granular base and subbase layers, and the placement of new granular base layers and asphalt paving.
According to Transport Canada, the investment is in addition to the $370,000 funding from the Airport Capital Assistance Program in May 2021 to purchase sweepers to clear ice and snow.
