It’s the biggest single donation of its kind to the Okanagan Rail Trail, $1.45 million.
The rail trail windfall coming courtesy of Okanagan pioneer, Harry Weatherill.
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Weatherill’s will dictated that his estate be used for creating a recreational facility for Okanagan residents.
His nephews Gary, Gordon and Bob all felt that the rail trail was the perfect way to respect their Uncle Harry’s last wishes.
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“I think he would be thrilled,” Bob Weatherill said.
The donation will conclude fundraising for the first phase of the Okanagan Rail Trail.
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