Collaborative Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Adaptation Project
The Collaborative Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Adaptation project is focused on an assessment of flood, steep creek and landslide risks in the Fraser-Fort George region, along with a consideration of climate change impacts. The project aims to create a framework for consistent, risk-informed decisions and future mitigation planning.
The Fraser Basin Council serves as a coordinator for the project, supporting the advisory committee and managing communications and community engagement. BGC Engineering Ltd. is carrying out the technical work, including geohazard mapping and risk identification. The project is funded by the Union of BC Municipalities’ Community Emergency Preparedness Fund.
A LOOK AT DEBRIS FLOW IN PHOTOS Willox Creek, McBride (July 4, 2020)
Photos: Ministry of Forests (Marten Geertsema) Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
An advisory committee — composed of representatives from each of the partnering local and Indigenous governments — has been formed to guide the project. The committee’s job is to enhance communication and share resources and local knowledge. This work will build and strengthen the capacity of local disaster management response by developing a better understanding of risk, governance, organizational roles, capacity, needs, procurement and change.
A representative from each of the project partners, as well as representatives from the following agencies form the advisory committee.
