Richmond's north dike preliminary design project is among 61 climate-related initiatives across B.C. that are receiving provincial funding.
The B.C. government is providing about $41 million to support projects in 46 communities, aiming to reduce the impact of future climate disasters.
Richmond will receive $400,000 for its dike project.
Upgrading the city's north dike will help improve the city's flood resilience and address current and future risks linked to sea level rise and climate change.
The funding comes from the new Disaster Resilience and Innovation Funding program as well as the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund.
NDP MLA for Richmond-Steveston Kelly Greene said funding for the project will help the city "withstand and adapt" to natural hazards and climate-caused disasters.
"We know that Richmond is vulnerable to climate change, in particular sea level rise," said Greene in a press release.
"Planning for diking upgrades is essential for keeping people, their livelihoods and neighbourhoods safe."
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