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The District of Sparwood is pleased to announce the newest member of the team, Lyle Hannan - who will be joining the team as Director of Corporate 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.

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 spaces remain open and families are encouraged to spend time outdoors and be active, while being mindful of maintaining social distancing of 2 meters between users. 
We appreciate your compliance and understanding. 

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 work collaboratively with local, regional and provincial efforts that are underway.

The Socio-Community & Economic Effects Advisory Committee Meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 has been cancelled.

The District of Sparwood will be limiting access to the Main Office, and closing public access to Fire Hall #1 and #2 and the Public Works Department until further notice. 

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 Community Information and Registration Night, will also be cancelled until further notice.

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. 

The District of Sparwood has an excellent employment opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated student (Summer Student or Co-op Student) to join the team as Website Editor. The incumbent will perform website modification and edits to support and improve corporate communication and access to information and end-user productivity of website. 

The District of Sparwood is pleased to announce the newest member of the team, Schaun Goodeve – who will be filling the role of Director of Planning and Development.