Coldstream seeking funds for FireSmart projects

The District fo Coldstream will look at outside funding opportunities to maintain its FireSmart programs and activities.

District Council voted in favour of directing staff to apply for a grant from the Union of B.C. Municipalities Community Resiliency Investment Program – 2025 FireSmart Community Funding and Supports.

The District will seek a grant of $400,000, delivered in two payments of $200,000 over two years. The money would be used to continue funding the Community FireSmart program and the FireSmart Coordinator position.

In addition to tasking staff with applying for the funds, council also authorized administration to assume the grant management if approved.