Upon special request of Mayor and Council, Santa will be making a stop in Sparwood to spread some cheer during the Santa Claus Cruise, taking place Friday, December 22 beginning at 5:30 pm at Fire Hall #1. Escorted by emergency service teams and joined by elected officials, Santa will be sharing chocolate bars with spectators as he passes through the community. …
Each year, November sets the stage for the future as the budget process becomes a key focus of Council and Staff. Developing and approving the budget is one of the most important responsibilities of Mayors and Councillors. Many factors impact the budget and various considerations must be taken into account as the budget is planned. It is a fine balance between moving…
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: December 4, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
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 28, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
The hot tub project is nearing completion and undergoing the final inspection stages. Deficiencies that have been noted will be addressed in the first two weeks of December, with the grand opening planned after the work is complete. We thank you for your patience and we are excited to welcome you back into the pool very soon. We will keep you updated on the progress…
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TAKE NOTICE that a special meeting of the District of Sparwood Council will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers, Municipal Office located at 136 Spruce Avenue to discuss the 2024-2028 Financial Plan: Capital Budget (Draft). Post Date: November 9, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
Congratulations to the Coal Miner Days Society who received the 2022 Volunteer Organization of the Year award at the November 7 Council Meeting. Mayor and Council took the opportunity to recognize the dedication of the Coal Miner Days volunteers and how their work continues to play an integral part in our community. Post Date: November 8, 2023 | Category:…
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...
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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:…
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…
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…
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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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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...
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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…
