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Victoria — Lytton, British Columbia A fire-torn community, the state government has received $ 21 million to help rebuild critical infrastructure and services.
The Ministry of Public Security said in a statement that the new funding would be in Lytton's restoration plan, including the restoration of services such as staff hiring and fire protection to enable construction. It states that it will support the identified priorities. start.
This funding will also be used to rebuild municipal structures and evaluate water and sewerage infrastructure, adding to the state funding of approximately $ 28 million announced earlier this year.
When a wildfire struck Lytton almost a year ago, two people were killed and much of the community was destroyed.
The announcement of funding is from the federal government to help International Development Minister Harjit Sajjan visit the village grounds last week and help Lytton rebuild a fire-resistant and energy-efficient community. It took place after announcing a $ 10,000 funding.
B.C. The government states that the village grounds are expected to prepare for the next phase of reconstruction, including planning and permits, this fall.
"We know we still have a lot of work to do, but this new funding is an important step towards recovery," said Roly Russell, Parliamentary Secretary for Rural Development. ..
Lytton Mayor Jan Polderman said in his statement that reconstruction would be "impossible" without funding for infrastructure.
"Funding to strengthen our game of public communication and involvement and formulate economic recovery plans is welcome," he said. “Most, if not all, short-term recovery plans have wiped out the actions identified, and funding can help drive the development of medium- to long-term recovery plans.”
Canadian Press This report by was first published on June 23, 2022.
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