Infrastructure upgrades to enhance stormwater management in White Rock
White Rock, British Columbia, August 22, 2025 — Improvements to drainage infrastructure will enhance water quality in Semiahmoo Bay and help manage flooding along Marine Drive, after a combined investment of more than $9.86 million from the federal, provincial, and municipal governments.
Ernie Klassen, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries and Member of Parliament for South Surrey—White Rock; the Honourable Jagrup Brar, Minister of Mining and Critical Minerals; Her Worship Megan Knight, Mayor of White Rock; and Chief Harley Chappell, Semiahmoo First Nation were present to deliver today’s announcement.
The Marine Drive Stormwater Improvements project includes a range of drainage infrastructure upgrades along Marine Drive between Stayte Road and Finlay Street, including the installation of approximately two kilometres of new stormwater pipe, the review and construction of a new pump station, the removal of existing aging infrastructure, and improvements to water quality at the outfall. By enhancing stormwater quality, the project will preserve biodiversity and support the overall health of Semiahmoo Bay.
This project exemplifies our shared commitment to collaborative infrastructure planning in response to the growing impacts of climate change to better protect homes, businesses, and key transportation routes. It marks a significant step forward in addressing long-standing flooding and infrastructure challenges in the community. Replacing aging infrastructure will improve the drainage system’s efficiency and reliability, fostering a more resilient, sustainable, and connected community for generations to come.