The Union of BC Municipalities has granted $100,000 in resiliency funding to Peachland.
The District will work with Frontline Operations Group, a team of forestry professionals and educators, to implement the wildfire resiliency project.
“The threat of wildfires is a real concern for Peachland residents, and being proactive is of utmost importance for the protection of our community and its citizens. We are extremely thankful to UBCM for this large and important grant that will assist our local fire department with the updating and implementation of the Peachland Community Wildfire Protection Plan, FireSmart demonstrations, and in getting the message out to our citizens about what they can do to mitigate the risk to their own properties.” Says Mayor Cindy Fortin.