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  • A mine expansion on our doorstep has prompted us to look at livability 

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  • Small Town. Big Story

    Discover more about why this is an incredible place to live, play and work.

  • Big Mountains. Big Coal. Big Truck. Big Smiles

    Stop by here anytime and check ouT a great little place, share a smile or stay a while.

  • It takes hard work to reach new heights. Our community has set ambitious goals.

    Come and help us achieve them

    Click Here to Claim Your Home Owner Grant

    Sparwood, BC is yours and mine.

    We may be called ‘that town with the big green truck’ or we might be that community in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, right on BC’s border. But if there’s one thing we are to everyone, it’s a mining community; a collection of hard-working fun-loving people who happily call Sparwood home. We’re proud to share that with you.
    Stop by anytime, share a smile or stay a while. It’s yours and mine to discover!

    For full details on community events, check out the calendar below. 

    • Public involvement is a vital part of the democratic process. Learn how to appear before Council, Request a Service, Contact Council & Staff, and more.

    • News & Public Notices are updated regularly. Check back often for more information.

    • Sign-up today to receive updates from Council and the Recreation Centre.

    • Click to see dates and times for upcoming Council and Committee meetings, public hearing, and community events. 

    • Click here view your property taxes and to claim your Home Owner Grant online.

    COVID-19 Resources

    The Elk Valley COVID Support Team

    The Elk Valley COVID Support Team (EVCST) is a volunteer group - organized by the Mountainside Community Church. The support team has launched an initiative to help assist with keeping Elk Valley Communities safe by minimizing social contact while providing essential physical, emotional, and spiritual support to those who are isolated or quarantined due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Services provided are:
    - Picking up and delivering groceries and medications
    - Emotional support through phone call check ins
    - Pastoral care such as pastoral counselling, prayer and grief support

    If you would like to request assistance or want to volunteer with EVCST please email hello@evcst.com or call 250-423-4112 and leave a detailed message including your name and phone number. You can also visit www.evcst.com for more info or find them on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/EVCST2020/.

    We are aware that news and resources regarding COVID-19 can be overwhelming. We have put together a few trusted links to help you navigate the pandemic and gather reliable, up to date information:

    British Columbia COVID-19 BC Support App and Self-Assessment Tool
    https://bc.thrive.health/

    Information regarding taxes and support payments from the Canada Revenue Agency
    https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/campaigns/covid-19-update.html

    Latest COVID-19 News and Information from Interior Health
    https://news.interiorhealth.ca/covid-19/

    Further resources on COVID-19
    https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html

    http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19

    https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019

    Remember, social distancing is the most effective way to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

    COVID-19 Updates

    Each day, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) provides a Regional Snapshot of the current situation which includes local, regional and provincial updates - as well as a number of great resources.
    We encourage you to sign up for these updates and receive them directly to your inbox. To sign up, follow the link
    https://www.rdek.bc.ca/about/email_group_sign_up
    These updates can also be found by accessing the RDEK website at https://www.rdek.bc.ca/

    Latest News

    • Mar, 29 2020
      Meeting Cancelled: Committee of the Whole March 31, 2020

      The Committee of the Whole Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 6:00 pm has been cancelled. 

    • Sparwood Welcomes New Director of Corporate Services
      Mar, 27 2020
      Sparwood Welcomes New Director of Corporate Services

      The District of Sparwood is pleased to announce the newest member of the team, Lyle Hannan - who will be joining the team as Director of Corporate Services. 

    • Mar, 24 2020
      Emergency Preparedness Volunteer Registry

      As part of the ongoing communication and collaboration with various key agencies within the municipality, the District of Sparwood is launching a Volunteer Registry. This registry is being developed out of advanced planning and an abundance of precaution and will be utilized only if it becomes necessary during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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    Council Facts

    • Mar, 19 2020
      March 17, 2020 Council Facts

      Council Facts is a publication by the District of Sparwood which summarizes the key decisions of Council.  Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise changed or cancelled by resolution.  The public is encouraged to attend regular Council, Committee of the Whole and Council Committee meetings.  Copies of agenda packages and minutes are available online at www.Sparwood.ca.  Current agendas are available by the preceding Friday afternoon.  Video recordings of regular meetings are available on the District’s website at https://sparwood.ca/council-videos within 24 hours of the meeting.

      Click here to view the latest edition of Council Facts.

      Click here to view the latest Council Facts blog post.

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    Job Postings 

    • Website Editor (Summer Student/Co-op Student)
      Mar, 13 2020
      Website Editor (Summer Student/Co-op Student)

      The District of Sparwood has an excellent employment opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated student (Summer Student or Co-op Student) to join the team as Website Editor. The incumbent will perform website modification and edits to support and improve corporate communication and access to information and end-user productivity of website. 

    • Parks and Greenbelt Workers (Summer Students)
      Feb, 27 2020
      Parks and Greenbelt Workers (Summer Students)

      We are now accepting applications for student parks and greenbelt positions. 

    • Fire Services Assistant (Summer Student)
      Feb, 27 2020
      Fire Services Assistant (Summer Student)

      We are now accepting applications for a student Fire Services Assistant position. 

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    Community Events & Meetings

    • start Mar 5, 2020, 4:00 PM - end Mar 5, 2020, 6:00 PM
      2020-2024 Financial Plan Public Open House

      The District of Sparwood is seeking public feedback on the 2020-2024 Financial Plan during the Public Open House being held on Thursday, March 5, 2020 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in Council Chambers, 136 Spruce Avenue. 

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    • start Jun 9, 2020, 12:05 PM - end Jun 9, 2020, 12:55 PM
      Youth Advisory Meeting - June 9, 2020

      The Youth Advisory Commission meeting is open to the public, the agenda will be available online in the afternoon of the Friday preceding the meeting.  

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    136 Spruce Avenue
    Box 520
    Sparwood
    British Columbia
    V0B 2G0
    1 250 425 6271
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