A major infusion of cash will keep Vernon area residents moving.

The federal government announced $748,519 in Canada 150 grants for four local projects Thursday.

乌鸦传媒淲e want to empower communities across the country,乌鸦传媒� sad Carla Qualtrough, minister of sport and persons with disabilities.

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The funding includes $150,000 to replace the artificial turf at the VantageOne Soccer Centre.

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The soccer centre allows all ages, but particularly youth, to remain involved in the sport during all seasons.

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There is also $47,019 so the Okanagan Indian Band can renovate facilities at Komasket Park and construct a 1.2-kilometre fitness path.

乌鸦传媒淲e want to promote a healthy lifestyle,乌鸦传媒� said Dan Wilson, band councillor.

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Ottawa is also directing $80,000 to upgrades to Vernon乌鸦传媒檚 Centennial Outdoor Rink.

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And the final grant, for $471,500, was announced earlier this year, and it will go towards development of the Okanagan Rail Trail between Coldstream and Kelowna.

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