Application approval has been given to the Cowichan Valley Regional District to apply for three funding streams, that will help improve operations and training in the area.
The three applications are being submitted to the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM), and if granted could provide $2.6 million towards developing areas of Emergency Management Cowichan.
District staff says the funding would aid in implementing plans, disseminate critical information and ensure effective response times for all Cowichan local authorities.
“The Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF) for Emergency Operations Centres Equipment and Training grant is available to support local authorities to build capacity in their operations centres,” said a staff report. “It’s done through the purchase of equipment and supplies, and the development and delivery of training and exercises.”
Up to $150 thousand is available for emergency equipment and another $150 thousand for emergency preparedness, and 2.3 million for FireSmart Community Funding Supports.
The district says they’ll ensure emergency grants will be used to support growth and improvement of the full program, which will benefit all local authority and First Nation members.
