Manitoba Government invests $1.65M in upgrades to Virden Airport

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The Manitoba Government is investing $1.65 million in upgrading the Virden Regional Airport. These upgrades, funded through the Manitoba GRO program, will improve the airport's capacity for commercial operations, medical transfers, and STARS Air Ambulance services. The enhancements, including a new Automated Weather Observing System and runway upgrades, aim to boost regional economic development and medical accessibility. Local officials express gratitude for the investment, highlighting its role in regional growth and improved medical access.