Emergency Management BC is also investing in flood risk mitigation. In February, the Governments of Canada and British Columbia announced funding for 30 flood-related projects through the National Disaster Mitigation Program.

These risk assessments, flood mapping projects and mitigation initiatives are valued at over $12 million dollars.

We can take every opportunity to reinforce the importance of flood preparedness with our friends and neighbours, encouraging them to develop a household emergency plan; to put together emergency kits; and prepare their homes for the threat of flooding.