Kelowna-based MAKR Group, including Waterplay have become a global leader in spray parks/Kelowna10 app

By Vernon Matters Staff

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Kelowna company secures $2.5M from Feds: Video

Jan 19, 2026 | 4:30 PM

The federal government is investing $2.5 million into Kelowna-based company MAKR Group.

It’s repayable funding from Pacific Economic Development Canada to help the company grow, boost productivity, and reach new customers in Canada and internationally.

(Watch this video story about Waterplay from the Kelowna10 app)

MAKR, through its companies including Waterplay, manufactures components for spray parks and splash pads around the world.

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The funds will be used for technology investments to help increase sales, create jobs, and strengthen its competitiveness in an expanding market.

The $3.7 billion competitive global spray park market is expected to increase by another $1.3 billion by 2028.

“MAKR Group is an example of the many growth-oriented businesses that call Kelowna home,” Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement) and Member of Parliament for Kelowna, stated in a media release Monday.

“Today’s investment will reinforce our community’s reputation for innovation by providing this dynamic manufacturer with the support they need so that they can continue to generate good, local jobs and contribute to B.C.’s prosperity.”