Remembrance Day
The Remembrance Day Ceremony will be held at the Sparwood Cenotaph, located at 110 Pine Avenue at 11:00 am on November 11. For more information visit https://legion.ca/. Post Date: November 8, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
November 8, 2023
November 6, 2023
Regular Council Meeting, November 7, 2023
Interested in what’s going on? Find the Agenda, Zoom link and all things Council related at https://sparwood.ca/municipal-hall/council-information/. Post Date: November 6, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
October 27, 2023
Sparwood Legion Poppy Campaign Begins
The annual poppy campaign officially kicks off as Sparwood Legion President Wray Mills pins the first poppy on Mayor David Wilks. The Remembrance Day Ceremony will take place at the Cenotaph at 11:00 am on November 11. For more information in the significance of the poppy visit: https://www.legion.ca/remembrance/the-poppy. Post Date: October 27, 2023 | Category:…
October 27, 2023
Mayor’s Monthly Editorial, October 2023
We are beginning to see the arrival of winter. With the first snowfall, discussions relating to snow removal become a frequent topic of conversation. Over the years, the snow and ice removal program has been through significant changes, with the most notable being the inclusion of driveway windrow removal. This has become a valued service to the community, but it…
October 18, 2023
Town Hall Meeting, October 24, 2023
Join Sparwood Council for the Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, October 24 at the Leisure Centre Community Hall (367 Pine Avenue). 5:30 pm – Doors open6:00 – 8:00 pm – Town Hall Meeting Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend – Council will provide updates on completed, current and future projects,and issues of common concern. The meeting will include an…
October 16, 2023
Regular Council Meeting, October 17, 2023
Interested in what’s going on? Find the Agenda, Zoom link and all things Council related at https://sparwood.ca/municipal-hall/council-information/. Post Date: October 16, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
October 4, 2023
Community Services Program Survey
Do you enjoy programs at the Leisure Centre? What would you like to see? The Community Services Team is looking forward to learning what programs interest you. To share your thoughts, please take our quick survey found here https://bit.ly/Community_Services_2023 and be entered into a draw to win a prize. The survey closes Friday, October 13, 2023. Post Date: October…
October 3, 2023
Regular Council Meeting, October 3, 2023
Interested in what’s going on? Find the Agenda, Zoom link and all things Council related at https://sparwood.ca/municipal-hall/council-information/. Post Date: October 3, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
September 19, 2023
Mayor’s Monthly Editorial, September 2023
Mayor and Council are excitedly awaiting the re-opening of the pool as the hot tub renovation project nears closer to completion. With considerable down-time due to age and failing components of the old hot tub, Council knew it was important to invest in this well loved and well used amenity. This project will see significant improvements for pool users as accessibility…
September 19, 2023
Notice of Construction – Lower Matevic Road Pedestrian Bridge South Abutment
The District of Sparwood would like to advise residents that the municipality will conduct riverbank stabilization work along the Elk River near the south abutment of the pedestrian bridge on Lower Matevic Road beginning September 20. This work is weather dependent and any updates will be provided. Pathway users are reminded to use caution and follow all signage…
September 19, 2023
Sparwood Receives Award For Excellence in Governance
The District of Sparwood has just been awarded an Honorable Mention for Community Excellence at the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Convention for Excellence in Governance for the completion of a progressive undertaking called the Organizational Excellence Initiative (OEI). This unique process aimed to bring together all employees to collaboratively identify areas…
September 1, 2023
Sparwood Celebrates Centennial Plaza
Residents of Sparwood gathered together by the hundreds to celebrate the grand opening of Centennial Plaza on August 18, during a special event coined Summer Fest. The celebration kicked off with guest speakers Rory O’Connor from Teck, Will Nixon from Columbia Basin Trust and Sparwood Mayor David Wilks, speaking to the importance the space will play in Sparwood’s…
September 1, 2023
Campfire Ban To Remain In Place Within District
While the Southeast Fire Centre is rescinding the campfire prohibition, campfires will continue to be prohibited within the District of Sparwood until 10:00 am on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Prohibitions on Category 2 and Category 3 open burning will continue to remain in place until further notice. Anyone found in contravention of an open burning prohibition may…
August 29, 2023
Area Restriction To Be Rescinded
Effective at 12:00 noon PDT on August 30, 2023, the Area Restriction established for the Lladnar Creek wildfire (N12046) that originated west of Sparwood, B.C, will be rescinded. As the fire behaviour and activity has decreased, firefighting personnel no longer need to restrict public access to operate efficiently and safely in the area. The BC Wildfire Service reminds…
August 25, 2023
Firefighter Appreciation Opportunity
Join us to thank the firefighters who have kept our community safe. Messages, posters, drawings or letters can be dropped off to the Causeway Bay Hotel & Conference Centre in Sparwood, BC for display. Post Date: August 25, 2023 | Category: News & Updates Send Notification...
August 22, 2023
All Evacuation Alerts for Lladnar Creek Fire Rescinded
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August 8, 2023
Sparwood Summer Fest
We are excited to announce Sparwood Summer Fest, the grand opening celebration of Centennial Plaza, in collaboration with the Sparwood Market Kids Festival. This event will be filled with free food, activities and fun as well as a diverse array of local market vendors. This event will take place Friday, August 18 from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm, with a opening ribbon cutting…
August 3, 2023
Public Safety Notice
Update: The fire behaviour specialist has viewed the Lladnar Creek fire and has determined that the planned aerial ignition for today will be delayed until tomorrow (August 4) in hopes of more favourable conditions. It is very important that the public stays out of the treed areas where BC Wildfire Services is working both for personal and firefighter safety. Barricades…
August 3, 2023
UPDATED: Evacuation Alert Extended
Whiskey Jack Area, Savarie Subdivision West of Hwy 43 08/03/2023 2130Hrs An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sparwood and the Regional District of East Kootenayat the Regional Emergency Operations Centre (REOC) due to the potential danger to life and health by the Lladnar Creek Wildfire. The Evacuation Alert is hereby issued to dwellings in the…
August 1, 2023
Regular Council Meeting, August
Interested in what’s going on? You can participate in Council Meetings via Zoom or watch live from our Facebook page. Find the full agenda package here and the Zoom link below. Hi there, You are invited to a Zoom webinar.When: Aug 1, 2023 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)Topic: Regular Council Meeting Please click the link below to join the webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89155953213Or…
August 1, 2023
Notice of Road Closure
The District of Sparwood would like to advise residents that the utility companies will be temporarily closing the road on Pine Avenue, south of Balsam Street to complete infrastructure connections at the construction site. A detour through Mountain Ash Crescent will be available. Drivers are reminded to use caution and follow all signage. Questions can be directed…
July 24, 2023
UPDATED – Evacuation Alert
EVACUATION ALERT July 24, 2023, at 18:30 hours An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sparwood due to wildfire threat and the potential danger to life and health for the residents within the District of Sparwood as outlined on the attached map for the following properties: All properties on Upper and Lower Matevic Road All properties in Sparwood Heights,…
July 23, 2023
Evacuation Alert – Lladnar Creek Fire N12046
July 23, 2023, at 12:00 hours An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sparwood due to wildfire threat and the potential danger to life and health for the residents within the District of Sparwood as outlined on the attached map for the following properties: 1) 1240 Matevic Road 2) 1280 Matevic Road 3) 1300 Matevic Road 4) 1400 Matevic Road The purpose…
July 21, 2023
Wildfire Southwest of Sparwood – Fire N12046
BC Wildfire Services Regional District of East Kootenay Air Quality Index Fire Smart Area Restriction Evacuation Notification System August 22, 20023 – Evacuation Alerts Rescinded Evacuation Information & Resources In the event there was an Evacuation Order enacted, impacted residents would be provided with more information on evacuation routes, reception centres…
July 18, 2023
Apply Now For The Ted Rogers Community Grant
Applications are now open for the Ted Rogers Community Grant. Ted Rogers Community Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000 and are awarded to organizations with youth programs that support: Education: Programs that directly help youth pursue post-secondary education in their field of choice or provide training and development to help youth advance their careers. Health…
