The Governments of Canada and Yukon Announce Funding to Further Support Flood Mapping Efforts in the Yukon
Funding from the Government of Canada comes from the Flood Hazard Identification Mapping Program (FHIMP).
- Funding from the Government of Canada comes from the Flood Hazard Identification Mapping Program (FHIMP).
- Flood hazard maps provide essential information that enables governments, communities and individuals to recognize flood hazards and employ effective mitigation strategies to reduce the impacts of flooding.
- The Governments of Canada and Yukon are committed to working together to provide high-quality flood mapping that is current and accessible, informs land use planning and adaptation efforts, and reduces flood risks in the future.
- Today's joint investment will enable the Government of Yukon to continue to work directly with First Nations governments, municipalities and communities to develop flood maps for remaining flood-prone Yukon communities.