Construction Launched On South Fraser Perimeter Road
Construction has officially begun on the South Fraser Perimeter Road, a joint building project of the governments of Canada and British Columbia that will create jobs and improve traffic safety, travel and trade for families and businesses throughout metro Vancouver.
- The $1-billion South Fraser Perimeter Road Project is part of British Columbia’s Gateway Program and the Government of Canada’s Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative.
- The new 40-km, four-lane route will directly link current port facilities, rail yards and industrial areas to Highways 1, 91 and 99.
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Premier Announces Stumpage Price Change
The Province will update Coastal stumpage rates to reflect market realities; introduce new measures to expand the use of B.C. wood in construction; support growth and diversification in forestry; and further support forest workers.
- Speaking at the Truck Loggers Association’s convention, Premier Campbell announced initiatives aimed at building new markets, supporting workers and contractors, and strengthening the industry.
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Disaster Financial Assistance Approved
Due to recent heavy rainfall causing flooding in some areas in the Fraser Valley and South Western Vancouver Island, the Province is approving Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA).
- Currently the following areas are eligible for consideration for DFA: Juan de Fuca electoral area, Sooke, Metchosin, Langford, Fraser Valley Regional District, Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Surrey.
- To be eligible for assistance, the damage must be from an uninsurable event such as overland flooding. Snowload and wind damage are examples of insurable damage and therefore not eligible for DFA assistance.
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