The federal government is investing $94,000 in the purchase of a wheelchair accessible bus. With this investment, Shuswap Association for Community Living will be able to extend its services for persons with disabilities within Salmon Arm's city limits and surrounding communities.
The Shuswap Association for Community Living's programming includes employment services, community inclusion, supported living, community housing, outreach, and home sharing. Before now, public transit in Salmon Arm and the surrounding communities has been limited for individuals who rely on wheelchair accessible vehicles. The accessible bus allows the Association to support people who are dependent on a wheelchair accessible vehicle to actively participate in their programming.
