Canada invests in small craft harbors of British Columbia

Member of Parliament, Parm Bains, on behalf of the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honorable Diane Lebouthillier, has announced an investment of $32 million over three years for multiple projects in the Pacific Region.

These projects cover significant critical infrastructure improvements at 18 Pacific Region Harbors, including 9 on Vancouver Island, 4 in the Lower Mainland, 2 on the Sunshine Coast, 2 in the Gulf Islands and 1 on the North Coast.

Work on these projects is anticipated to begin in fall 2024.

The overall budget also includes $11.15 million to complete minor projects to support health and safety requirements at various harbors, as required. 

Steveston Harbor Authority is among 18 Pacific Region harbors receiving a grant, and this announcement means that Steveston will receive a one-time funding of $2.2 million for the dredging of the Steveston Channel, adjacent to the Steveston Gulf of Georgia and Paramount Harbors.