Following an announcement by the Government of British Columbia that it would invest millions into emergency preparedness projects across the region, the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) released a statement praising the provincial government’s decision.

“On behalf of Canada’s property and casualty insurers, I would like to congratulate the Government of British Columbia on this important investment in public safety,” said IBC Western & Pacific vice-president Bill Adams.

“Our industry remains committed to being a full partner in making BC communities safer and stronger during natural disasters and the severe weather effects of climate change.”

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The BC government announced yesterday that it would invest over $80 million for flood prevention and protection, seismic safety, local government emergency preparedness, search and rescue, and fire prevention, among other projects. Much of the funding will be allocated to the Union of BC Municipalities, to allow local communities to develop their own emergency response plans.

“We all have a role to play in emergency preparedness,” Adams added. “Canada’s property and casualty insurers are working with communities, citizens and all levels of government to highlight the importance of disaster resilience. This funding further builds on the government’s leadership and will go a long way in creating a strong, robust disaster-management system in this province.”


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