B.C. Flood Strategy

As the flood risks to those living in British Columbia are substantial and continue to grow due to land use pressures and climate change, a comprehensive flood strategy will better prepare the province for future flood events.

Future proofing our ability to respond to crises, adapting to climate change and meaningful Indigenous reconciliation are strong policy drivers, requiring new, modern approaches to flood management that better serve the needs of the people.

A coherent, strategic vision for flood management increases flood resilience for all living in British Columbia. This strategic vision clearly defines what needs to be done and how it can be achieved over time. It is built on what the provincial government has learned at multiple engagement events related to flood management, disaster risk management, climate change and resource stewardship forums.

Read the entire B.C. Flood Strategy document or a summary:

• B.C. Flood Strategy (PDF, 10.5MB)
• B.C. Flood Strategy Summary (PDF. 5.2MB)

The B.C. government gathered feedback through an intentions paper on the proposed Flood Strategy: 

• From Flood Risk to Resilience in B.C.: An Intentions Paper (PDF, 5MB)
• From Flood Risk to Resilience in B.C.: Intentions Paper Summary (PDF, 5MB)