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…
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…
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…
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…
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, 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…
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Air Quality Index Fire Smart Area Restriction Evacuation Notification System August 22, 20023 – Evacuation Alerts Rescinded Evacuation Information & Resources In the event there was an Evacuation Order enacted, impacted residents would be provided with more information on evacuation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…
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…
Highway 3 Underpass and Walkway to Middletown PlaceJuly 11 – 14, 2023 The District of Sparwood would like to advise residents that the municipality will be temporarily closing the walkway from the Highway 3 underpass to Middletown Place on the south side of Highway 3 to complete service connections at the construction site. Questions can be directed to the District…
Effective at 4:00 pm Mountain Time on July 10, 2023 campfires will be prohibited within the District of Sparwood and will remain in effect until the public is otherwise notified. Prohibitions on Category 2 and Category 3 open burning continue to remain in place as hot and dry conditions are expected to continue. These prohibitions apply to all public and private…
Reminder that Category 2 and Category 3 open fires are prohibited throughout the District of Sparwood and will remain in place until the public is otherwise notified. Specifically, prohibited activities that would constitute a Category 3 fire include: any fire larger than two metres high by three metres wide; three or more concurrently burning piles no larger than…
The Council Portal supports Council’s strategic priority of improved Community Engagement by simplifying public access to key information and improved accessibility and transparency. This tool will better connect the community to Council information including; meeting agendas, minutes, and videos, as well as Council Committees and Commissions. The Council Portal…
Join us this Saturday, July 1 for Canada Day celebrations at the Sparwood Leisure Centre. With fire truck rides, bouncy houses, face painting, a by donation BBQ and more, this event will be filled with fun for all ages. Post Date: June 28, 2023 | Category: News & Updates Send Notification...
Volunteer for the Regional Accessibility Committee The Districts of Elkford and Sparwood are collaborating to form a Regional Accessibility Committee (the “Committee”), with the purpose of helping to identify and remove physical and social barriers within our organizations and communities. The Committee will work together with staff and elected leaders to develop…
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. When: Jun 20, 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/81757575738 Post Date:…
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. When: Jun 6, 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/82208470397 Or One tap…
Pursuant to Section 99 of the Community Charter, the District of Sparwood 2022 Annual Report will be presented to Council for consideration at the Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers. The Annual Municipal Report is available for public inspection at the Municipal Office, during regular work hours, and on the District’s…
The District of Sparwood’s 2022 Annual Municipal Report provides an overview of the major achievements and significant projects undertaken or completed during the past year; the organizational structure; department operational overviews; a statement of the District’s objectives and the measures that will be used to determine progress respecting those objectives…
Nearing 40 years old, the Sparwood Leisure Centre hot tub will soon be demolished. The pool will be closed beginning Saturday, June 3, 2023 for the hot tub replacement project which will see the removal of the old tub and new, larger and more accessible hot tub being built in its place. During the closure, the fitness centre, courts and climbing wall will remain…
Mayor David Wilks and members of Council have been busy at the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) conference last week. This important event is the largest gathering of elected officials from across Canada and provides many opportunities to learn, network and connect. To learn more about FCM visit https://fcm.ca/en. Post Date: May 28, 2023 | Category:…
The final street sweeping is set to take place beginning May 29, 2023. Please keep an eye out for the sweeper and move all vehicles off the road. Gravel from snowplowing may be broomed on the road for the sweeper to pick up. Yard waste, such as branches, pine cones and excessive grass is not permitted to be swept on the road. Post Date: May 23, 2023 | Category:…
The pool will be closed beginning June 3, 2023 to complete the replacement of the hot tub. During the closure, the fitness centre, courts and climbing wall will remain open for use. All annual passes will be extended for the duration of the closure and monthly passes will be extended for the remaining days impacted by the closure. Work is estimated to be completed…
The Sparwood Spray Park is now open and ready for use. Washrooms are open from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm daily. Post Date: May 18, 2023 | Category: News & Updates...
Effective at 1:00 pm Mountain time on Thursday, May 18, 2023 Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be prohibited throughout the District of Sparwood and will remain in place until the public is otherwise notified. Specifically, prohibited activities that would constitute a Category 3 fire include: any fire larger than two metres high by three metres wide; three…
Allowing your cat to roam free affects not only you, but your neighbourhood too. The District of Sparwood encourages all cat owners to keep their cats inside or ensure that when outside they are supervised or walked on a leash/harness. Under Sparwood Animal Control Bylaw 1289, 2021 it is an offence for an owner to permit any dog, cat or animal to be at large or…
