Federal government invests in improved flood protection in the Village of Tahsis
2025-01-28 20:12
The Village of Tahsis is receiving a federal investment to improve flood protection, thanks to the Government of Canada’s Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF).
The project, which will cost a total of $3.5 million, will involve the construction of a new flood protection dike, as well as the improvement of existing infrastructure. The new dike will be built along the Tahsis River and will help to protect the village from flooding during high water events. The existing infrastructure improvements will include the construction of new storm sewers and culverts, as well as the upgrading of existing pump stations.
The DMAF is a federal program that provides funding to communities across Canada for projects that help them to mitigate the risks of natural disasters, such as floods, wildfires, and earthquakes. The program is administered by Public Safety Canada.
Tahsis is a small village located on the west coast of Vancouver Island. The village is home to approximately 350 people and is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. The village is situated in a floodplain and has been subject to flooding in the past.
The new flood protection measures will help to protect the village from future flooding and will make it more resilient to the impacts of climate change. The project is expected to be completed by 2027.
“This investment will help to protect the Village of Tahsis from flooding and will make it more resilient to the impacts of climate change,” said the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness. “The Government of Canada is committed to working with communities across the country to build a more resilient Canada.”
“This project is a great example of how the DMAF can help communities to mitigate the risks of natural disasters,” said Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard. “The new flood protection measures will help to protect the Village of Tahsis from flooding and will make it a more livable and resilient community.”
Federal government invests in improved flood protection in the Village of Tahsis
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