We are examining the Province of British Columbia's role in Lytton’s ongoing recovery from the Lytton Creek wildfire that started on June 30, 2021, and destroyed most of the village. More than 100 properties were lost and 80,000 hectares of land burned. Surrounding communities were also affected.
The Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness coordinates the provincial response to emergencies and disasters by working with other ministries to help local governments repair and restore affected communities. For example, recovery efforts may support environmental rehabilitation, infrastructure repairs, the return of evacuees, or the reopening of businesses and services.
Our examination focuses on three areas:
The Province of B.C.'s roles and responsibilities for disaster recovery.
The Province of B.C.’s support for Lytton, including the funding it contributed.
The challenges faced in rebuilding Lytton, and the Province of B.C.’s opportunities for improvement.
We expect to issue our report in early 2025.
Watch the auditor general's announcement video for this examination: https://youtu.be/sC4-oeZqch4
Updated: May 2024