Construction in Lytton, April 2024 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)

By James Peters

Lytton Rebuilding

B.C.’s auditor general to investigate government’s role in Lytton recovery

May 1, 2024 | 12:10 PM

VICTORIA — B.C.’s auditor general has announced a probe into the ongoing efforts to rebuild the community of Lytton.

In a video posted to YouTube Wednesday (May 1), Auditor General Michael Pickup says his investigation will focus on the government’s role in the days since a June 2021 wildfire ravaged the village.

“Our examination is focused on three areas — the province of B.C.’s roles and responsibility for disaster recovery, the province of B.C.’s support for Lytton — including the funding it contributed — and the challenges faced in rebuilding Lytton and the province of B.C.’s opportunities for improvement,” said Pickup.

Fraser-Nicola MLA Jackie Tegart has been calling for the probe. In July, Tegart sent a formal request for an investigation to Pickup’s office.

“This investigation must be a turning point. I hope it sheds light on the delays from this government and provides a clear path forward. I will continue to press for accountability to ensure that the community of Lytton can return home,” Tegart said in a news release.

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Nearly three years after the fire, progress on construction has finally begun in Lytton, though no homes have been fully rebuilt.