Humboldt, Muskowekwan FN among communities receiving funding for public transportation – Discover Humboldt
Apr 23 2024
Since the demise of the Saskatchewan Transportation Company and its network of buses that provided rural-urban connections for many residents, accessing public transport has been a key concern for communities and First Nations province-wide.
Now rural communities may soon have an opportunity to establish or expand their public transit offerings thanks to a $6.1 million investment by the Federal Government. Area communities, including Humboldt, will be among the first to take advantage of the funding.
The Federal budget allows for the creation of 11 projects to support residents traversing the province more easily, according to Transport Minister Sean Fraser.
The Muskowekwan First Nation will purchase a 45-passenger passenger bus and two smaller vehicles, including one which will be wheelchair accessible. They will also build a new garage to house them.
