Effective Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 6:30 am, the Sparwood Leisure Centre Pool will be open for public use. Various health and safety procedures are in place and pool users are asked to familiarize themselves with the new protocols prior to arrival. New pool protocols are: Patrons are requested to create a RecDesk account before their first visit at https://Sparwood.recdesk.com. A…
Effective at 10 am Mountain time on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 the prohibition of Category 2 open fires will be amended throughout the District of Sparwood. Residents are reminded to always use safe burning practices – which include not lighting or burning campfires or other material in windy conditions and always ensuring that there is enough water and tools on hand…
The District of Sparwood is pleased to announce the launch of the Street Art Banner Program. This program is designed to showcase the work of local artists and beautify the community with selected art pieces to be printed and displayed on aluminum banners. The banners will be hung on utility poles in key locations throughout the community for residents and visitors…
The District of Sparwood is excited to announce a virtual Canada Day Contest and Celebration. Show your Canadian pride and enter in one or all of the five categories: Best DressedBest Decorated Windows (Residential)Best Decorated Yard (Residential)Best Decorated Windows (Business)Best Sidewalk Chalk To enter the contest, post a picture in the comments section of…
Effective immediately, the District of Sparwood Fitness Centre will now be open with new health and safety protocols in place. The Fitness Centre, located within the Sparwood Leisure Centre will be open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. Weekend hours will align with the opening of the pool, which is anticipated to occur mid-July. When using the Fitness Centre,…
2020 Special Event – Graduation of Sparwood Secondary Students The District of Sparwood would like to advise residents that the municipality will be temporarily closing a portion of Aspen Drive, between the entrances of Greenwood Mall on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 between 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm. Business access will still be available on Aspen Drive from both Red Cedar…
Effective immediately, the District of Sparwood Spray Park has been reopened for community use. While there are no expectations that children will maintain physical distancing during play in playgrounds, the District would like to remind users of the general guidelines as they apply to all District spaces. When using our Spray Park please follow the guidelines: Bring…
Effective immediately, the District of Sparwood playgrounds have been reopened for community use. While there are no expectations that children will maintain physical distancing during play in playgrounds, the District would like to remind users of the general guidelines as they apply to all District spaces. When using our playgrounds and park amenities please follow…
Notice of Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2020 at 6:00 pm. Post Date: May 25, 2020 | Category: News & Updates...
Effective immediately, the District of Sparwood Skatepark is open for use. Skatepark patrons are requested to follow the posted guidelines at the park and follow recommendations from the provincial health authority, provincial recreation agencies and Canada Skateboard. Canada Skateboard’s guidelines for COVID-19 safety include not attending the park if you are…
Effective immediately, the District of Sparwood parks, sports fields, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts are now open for public use. Several safety measures are in place regarding the access of these areas. These spaces may be utilized by individuals and family units only. Group sporting activities are not permitted. Physical distancing applies and users are…
BA Blacktop (Cranbrook) will begin the Sparwood Sidewalk Improvements Project starting on Red Cedar Drive – Aspen Drive to Centennial Drive on Monday, May 4th, 2020. The project will continue until the end of June, with the major disruption occurring during the concrete installation (anticipated for the end of May). Prior to this work, a notice will be given to…
The District of Sparwood will soon be starting the annual Mosquito Control Program to control nuisance and vector mosquitoes. This program is being initiated once again for the safety and benefit of the public. During this time Duka Environmental staff, wearing high-visibility vests and name tags, will be accessing properties known to have larval…
The Committee of the Whole Meeting scheduled for April 28, 2020 at 6:00 pm has been cancelled. Post Date: April 23, 2020 | Category: News & Updates...
Effective at noon Mountain time on Thursday, April 16, 2020, 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. This ban is being activated in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and aligns with the Provincially announced prohibition which is aimed to reduce human…
The District of Sparwood has made the decision to increase the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) from a Level 1 to a Level 2 to ensure coordinated and collaborative planning and response actions during the COVID-19 Pandemic. “The decision to increase from a Level 1 to a Level 2 will provide the District with the opportunity to fill more roles within the EOC and…
The Committee of the Whole Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at 6:00 pm has been cancelled. Post Date: March 29, 2020 | Category: News & Updates...
The District of Sparwood is pleased to welcome Lyle Hannan to the role of Director of Corporate Services. Lyle brings with him a wealth of experience, having spent over 19 years as a senior municipal manager in small to mid-sized communities across western Canada. His experience is broad, and has included oversight of recreation, tourism, marketing, protective services,…
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. Currently, we are seeking volunteers…
In support of the Provincial order for social distancing and as part of our effort to flatten the curve for the spread of the COVID-19 virus, all District of Sparwood playgrounds (play structures), basketball courts, ball diamonds, tennis courts and the skateboard park are now closed to the public. Signs will be posted at these facilities. Trail networks and park…
The District of Sparwood has activated its Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) in support of the government of British Columbia’s response to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. The EOC has been established to provide a central contact point of information and will allow the District to coordinate communication with many important external agencies, as well as plan and…
The Socio-Community & Economic Effects Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 has been cancelled. Post Date: March 18, 2020 | Category: News & Updates...
Effective immediately, the District of Sparwood will be limiting public access to the Main Office, located at 136, Spruce Avenue to help protect the health and safety of employees and the public. For urgent matters that require in-person attendance, please call ahead to schedule an appointment. Sparwood Council meetings will continue to occur, however, delegations…
The District of Sparwood will be closing and suspending all activities at the Henry Volkmann Memorial Leisure Complex to the public as of Monday, March 16, until further notice. This includes the fitness centre, pool, curling rink, arena and all swimming lessons and classes. All special events taking place at the Leisure Centre within the near future, such as the…
A Special Meeting of Council will be taking place on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 6:00 pm in the Conference Room at the Municipal Office, located at 136 Spruce Avenue. Post Date: March 14, 2020 | Category: News & Updates...
