Public Open House 2021 – 2025 Financial Plan The District is seeking public input for Council consideration on the 2021 budget as we plan for our next five-year budget cycle from 2021 to 2025. You are invited to a virtual Public Budget Consultation Q & A session that will be held to discuss the District’s Financial Plan. Monday, March 22, 2021 from 1:00 –…
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE Red Cedar Hill (Red Cedar Drive from Centennial Street to Alpine Place) February 24, 2021 beginning at 8:00 am The District of Sparwood would like to advise residents that the municipality will be temporarily closing Red Cedar Hill to conduct an evaluation of the road settlements and underground voids using Ground Penetrating Radar…
The District of Sparwood appreciates the dedication of its volunteer groups and wishes to recognize the volunteer organizations that provide so much to the community by donating their time, talents, actions, and services to the residents of Sparwood. Without these dedicated volunteers, residents would not be able to enjoy the range and quality of social, cultural,…
The District of Sparwood recently completed a review of grant-in-aid programs and consolidated various policies and Council initiatives into a new Community Funding and Support Policy. The update was undertaken to bring a variety of independent policies and Council support resolutions together under one -policy. This was done to simplify administrative processes,…
Notice is hereby given that an electronic Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday February 16, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC, to consider Municipal Council’s recommendation to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) regarding an application for a non-medical cannabis retail store licence in the District of Sparwood.Applicant: The…
Canfor will be harvesting trees on a Fire Interface Treatment Unit west of the Sparwood Heights starting Monday, January 18, 2021. Haulers will be accessing crown land through Sparwood Heights Drive via the Ski Hill Road and will be using the BC Hydro right of way past the Sparwood Heights Reservoir. Large logging trucks will be hauling for 3 to 4 weeks finishing…
Over the last few weeks, the Leisure Centre maintenance team has been quietly working on a special project, Sparwood’s first skating trail. Once complete, there will be an approximately 400 meter track, about 2.5 – 3 meters wide that runs through Lions Park. This project is still under construction, but it looks promising and we hope that it will be safe to use…
The District of Sparwood is excited to announce the opening of the 2021 Street Banner Program call for art. 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…
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is now taking applications for the Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Programs. In the East Kootenay, the Community Initiatives Program funds projects that are identified as priorities within the communities and rural areas of the Regional District of East Kootenay. The Affected Areas Program is…
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is now taking applications for the Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Programs. In the East Kootenay, the Community Initiatives Program funds projects that are identified as priorities within the communities and rural areas of the Regional District of East Kootenay. The Affected Areas Program is…
Post Date: January 2, 2021 | Category: News & Updates...
A new electronic sign will soon be launched as a central communication tool for the District of Sparwood. The sign, reaching over 15 feet tall, will be located on the boulevard of Aspen Drive next to Subway and A&W Restaurants. Born from a need to replace the electronic sign that once hung on the Red Cedar Drive Arch, and Council’s desire to enhance communication…
The District of Sparwood is excited to announce that Santa Claus is coming to town. By special request of Sparwood Mayor and Council, Santa is pleased to visit the community escorted by a special holiday convoy. Aiming to spread some holiday cheer, the escort team will accompany Santa on his journey cruising the streets of Sparwood, waving and tossing a treat into…
With the ongoing popularity of public skates and swims, and the limited number of patrons that can be accommodated on the ice and in the pool the District is requesting patrons register in advance for these activities. Each public skate and public swim will be opened 48-hours in advance for online registration. To register, follow the link to sparwood.recdesk.com,…
This year, the traditional ceremony taking place at the Cenotaph will be small and attendance highly restricted with priority given to ceremony hosts, Legion personnel and veterans. To maintain compliance with the ministerial order on public gatherings, residents are asked to commemorate this occasion by participating virtually, as the event will be streamed live…
The District of Sparwood is looking forward to gathering public feedback on the final draft of its Recreation Master Plan. This project was initiated in 2019 to identify the recreational gaps, needs and interests of the community. Over the past year, consultants undertook a detailed review of the state of recreation in Sparwood, including extensive public consultation…
Effective at 1:00 pm Mountain time on Thursday, October 15, 2020 the prohibition of Category 3 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…
The Sparwood Fire Department is hosting their first ever drive thru open house as part of Fire Prevention Week. Join Mayor, Council and the fire services team on Tuesday, October 13 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Post Date: October 6, 2020 | Category: News & Updates...
Effective at 1:00 pm Mountain time on Thursday, October 1, 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…
The District of Sparwood has various items of surplus equipment for sale including: Pick Up Box SanderPortable Gas Air CompressorPortable GeneratorC-12 Sullivan Air CompressorS-31 Ford SunVac SweeperF-39 John Deere TractorT-40 Chevrolet ¾ ton Pick upU-53 Ubilt Trailer Roller StyleM-60 GravelyM-96 GravelyGravely AttachmentsR-22 DynaPac Double Drum RollerA-49 Wajax…
Effective at noon Mountain Time on Friday, July 24, 2020, Category 2 open burning will be prohibited within the District of Sparwood. The implementation of this prohibition, which is consistent with the one issued by BC Wildfire Service Southeast Fire Centre, will help prevent wildfires sparked by Category 2 open burns and to protect public safety. It will remain…
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…
