Building a strong Canada starts with investing in the modern and reliable infrastructure that makes it possible to increase housing supply and create resilient communities.
The Build Communities Strong Fund is investing $51 billion in a wide range of infrastructure projects across the country that support economic prosperity, housing, sport, education, health, transit, and climate adaptation.
To that end, Ernie Klassen, Member of Parliament for South Surrey-White Rock, announced a federal investment of more than $25 million toward phase 2 of the White Rock Pier reconstruction through the Direct Delivery stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund.
Located in Semiahmoo Bay, the Pier is one of the community's most iconic waterfront landmarks, with significant cultural and historical importance. During the 2018 winter storm, a 100-metre section of the Pier was destroyed. The remaining two-thirds are now approaching the end of their service life and require full replacement to meet current seismic safety requirements.
Phase 2 of the White Rock Pier reconstruction will extend the Pier's service life, enhance safety, and align with modern seismic, structural, and accessibility standards. It will replace the deteriorated timber structure with a more durable and resilient design, improving long-term safety, reliability, and resistance to severe weather and marine conditions. The project will also include collaboration with Semiahmoo First Nation on cultural and historical preservation and fishing boat storage, improved access through a new ramp from the upper intertidal beach to the north end of the Pier to ensure equitable access for all ages and abilities, expanded landing space to support emergency vehicle access, and embedded utility conduits to maintain essential services during and after emergencies.
The Build Communities Strong Fund is a cornerstone of the Government of Canada's plan to build the infrastructure needed to build Canada strong - today and for generations to come.
