Whereas the Province of BC faces the worsening effects of climate change, the disasters resulting from which impact more residents and properties with each year; And whereas many residents and properties impacted by wildfire and flooding are located within regional districts; And whereas disasters do not recognize jurisdictional boundaries as was the case with Lytton Creek wildfire: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM ask the Province to commit to ensuring that in the case of disasters such as wildfire and flooding, all of those who are impactedregardless of jurisdictional boundariesreceive the same access to, and level of, support as they rebuild their homes, businesses, and lives.
Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness The Province is committed to ensuring that people come first in emergency management recovery efforts. The Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness EMCR continues to work closely with local governments and First Nations to ensure that impacted people and communities have the information and resources necessary to move forward with recovery. EMCR has made significant investments in emergency management in recent years as the frequency and severity of climate-driven emergency events has escalated. The Province recognizes that there is more work to do to address climate-related emergencies and disasters, and we will continue to work together to build a better future. The new Emergency and Disaster Management Act places an increased focus on recovery from disasters to ensure provincial supports toward community recovery work continues after an event has ended. The ministry continues to increase preparedness communications to ensure that communities, businesses and residents are prepared with emergency plans and have adequate insurance coverage. In addition, the Recovery Guide for Local Authorities and First Nations, designed to assist communities in planning for post-disaster recovery, is currently being updated and will be available in late 2025. We thank all communities and First Nations for their engagement and participation in ensuring that this resource guide is a useful, practical tool to guide recovery.