November is about raising awareness for adoption and permanency in British Columbia and celebrating the families that provide children and youth with love and support as permanent members of their family. Adoptive families make a difference in the lives of children and youth by providing care, guidance, and a sense of belonging. They offer a welcoming stability,…
Centennial Plaza is now open to traffic for the winter season. Traffic flow will be one way around the Plaza with angled parking in front of businesses. Contractors will be continuing to work in the Plaza and motorists are asked to use caution. Additional work will be undertaken in the Spring/Summer 2023, which may require temporary closures. Post Date: November…
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: Nov 15, 2022 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)Topic: Regular Council MeetingPlease click the link below to join the webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85233501606Or One tap mobile…
Due to a staff shortage related to illness, the pool, hot tub and sauna will be closed today, November 4 at 4:00 pm. All public swim and lane swim times have been cancelled. We will re-open on November 5 at 9:30 am. We apologize for the inconvenience. Post Date: November 4, 2022 | Category: News & Updates Send Notification...
With more snow in the forecast, the District of Sparwood would like to remind all residents about some important winter weather information. -Please slow down and use caution around snow removal equipment. Safety is first, and with many blind spots, you might not always be seen -Parking on the street is prohibited between 6:00 am and 4:00 pm -Please remove trailers,…
Join us tomorrow, November 1 at 6:00 pm for the Inaugural Meeting of Council. Following the Inaugural Ceremony will be the Regular Meeting of Council. Watch live on Facebook, or participate via Zoom. Find the full agenda packages here Inaugural Meeting Regular Meeting Post Date: October 31, 2022 | Category: News & Updates...
The annual poppy campaign officially kicks off as Sparwood Legion President Wray Mills pins the first poppy on Acting Mayor Sonny Saad. Poppy sales begin today, at Greenwood Mall. The Remembrance Day Ceremony will take place at the Cenotaph at 11:00 am on November 11. For more information visit: https://www.legion.ca/remembrance/the-poppy. Post Date: October 27,…
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The District of Sparwood is excited to announce that Teck Resources Limited (‘Teck’) has donated one million dollars for the development of Centennial Plaza, a key gathering space in the heart of the community. The Plaza was designed to be a safe, useable, and inclusive space for residents of all ages to enjoy. It will be recognized as a central community location,…
Join us on Zoom or Facebook at the last meeting of the current Council, before the Inaugural Meeting on November 1, 2022. When: Oct 18, 2022 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/87417780176 Or One tap mobile : Canada: +14388097799,,87417780176# or +15873281099,,87417780176#…
Unofficial Election results are in. Congratulations to the successful candidates, and thank you to everyone who put their name forward. Mayor – David Wilks Councillor – Amy Cardozo Councillor – Chris Nand Councillor – John Baher Councillor – Steven Kallies Councillor – Jason Christensen Councillor – Sam Atwal School Trustee: Bev Bellina Referendum Questions:…
The Sparwood Fire Department is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week TM (FPW), October 9-15, 2022. This year’s FPW campaign, ‘Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape,’ works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires. The theme focuses on planning and practicing…
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: Oct 4, 2022 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/87002283959Or One tap mobile…
Due to a mechanical issue with the pump, the pool will be closed until the repairs can be completed next week. Over the weekend, the sauna and hot tub will remain open for use. We apologize for the inconvenience. Post Date: October 1, 2022 | Category: News & Updates Send Notification...
Voters will face two important referendum questions on the 2022 Local Municipal Election Ballot, each relating to borrowing considerations for significant proposed projects. To assist with determining the impact to property taxes in consideration of the projects, we have developed an interactive borrowing calculator where you can view annual increase rates, specific…
This fall, residents and property owners within the District of Sparwood will face two referendum questions during the 2022 Local Municipal Election. Are you in favour of Fire Hall #2 Loan Authorization Borrowing Bylaw 1298, 2022 to authorize the District of Sparwood to borrow up to $3 million, with interest, over a period not exceeding 30 years in order to finance…
We are excited to announce the District of Sparwood has received an Honorable Mention at the 2022 Union of British Columbia (UBCM) Conference for the Community Excellence Awards for the Lions Park Skating Loop. This award was for the category Service Delivery, in which municipalities were recognized for providing effective and beneficial services to the community…
Sparwood Mayor David Wilks and members of Council were pleased to set the first paver in place, as Centennial Square, now to be known as Centennial Plaza, begins to take shape. The project, which began in late May, started with the removal or relocation of old infrastructure and was followed groundwork to bring the land up to grade. Some delays at this stage were…
We are pleased to introduce Allison, the District’s new Bylaw Enforcement Officer (BLEO). Allison will replace BLEO Frank de Boon who is set to retire at the end of the month. We encourage you to welcome her when you see her and treat her courteously as she serves the community. If you have questions regarding Bylaw Enforcement visit https://sparwood.ca/municipal-hall/bylaw-enforcement/.…
A bear with limited fear of people has been reported in the vicinity of Mountain Ash and Pine Avenue. Please use caution within these areas. To report problem wildlife contact. Post Date: September 7, 2022 | Category: News & Updates...
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: Sep 6, 2022 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/84944002523Or One tap mobile…
Are you thinking of running for Mayor or Council in the 2022 Municipal Election? The nomination period closes on September 9, at 4:00 pm. For more details click here. Post Date: September 6, 2022 | Category: News & Updates...
The Active Transportation Corridor Project is an exciting project which will improve community connectivity through continuity between existing transportation corridors. The construction of 1700 meters of paved pathways will link two major gaps in the District’s path network that currently use a gravel road shoulder for connectivity. The proposed pathways will…
Effective at 1:00 pm Mountain Time on Friday, September 2, 2022, campfires and approved fire pit will be allowed again in the District of Sparwood. The current prohibition against any open fire larger than a campfire or an approved fire pit remains in effect throughout the District of Sparwood. Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be prohibited within the District…
A Special Meeting of the Multi-Purpose Facility Advisory Committee will be taking place on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers at the Municipal Office, located at 136 Spruce Avenue. Post Date: August 31, 2022 | Category: News & Updates...
