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Colwood Newsletter: Fire Rescue transitions to Paid On Call 2022-02-17

(2022-02-17) For 75 years, the Colwood Fire Department has provided exceptional Fire Rescue service through a volunteer model. Now, with volunteerism declining in organizations throughout North America, volunteer fire departments face challenges with respect to volunteer turnout and retention. Increasing volunteer demands and pressures Today’s volunteer firefighters experience higher pressures with steadily increasing provincial training standards andContinue reading “Colwood Newsletter: Fire Rescue transitions to Paid On Call 2022-02-17”

Salmon Arm: Property Tax Prepayment Plan

The Property Tax Prepayment Plan is an optional payment plan which provides an opportunity for taxpayers to make prepayments for the following year’s estimated property taxes. The prepayments can be made from August 15 of the preceding year to May 15 of the year in which current taxes are due. Any balance remaining, which isContinue reading “Salmon Arm: Property Tax Prepayment Plan”

Oak Bay Newsletter: B.C. Stage 3 Restart Plan at Oak Bay Parks, Recreation & Culture

(Wednesday, June 30, 2021) With the announcement of the Province’s transition to Step 3 of the B.C. Restart Plan, Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and Culture is working towards welcoming all of our patrons back to our facilities to participate in your favourite activities and programs. We are working on the return of drop-in style participationContinue reading “Oak Bay Newsletter: B.C. Stage 3 Restart Plan at Oak Bay Parks, Recreation & Culture”

Oak Bay Newsletter: Drop-in and Class Capacity Returns Feb 17, 2022

The fitness studios (gyms) at Oak Bay Recreation Centre and Henderson Recreation Centre will return to drop-in on Thursday, February 17, 2022. Capacity will be back to normal. Participants will be expected to continue to wear masks when not actively exercising. Proof of vaccination will be required.  All registered drop-in and registered fitness classes atContinue reading “Oak Bay Newsletter: Drop-in and Class Capacity Returns Feb 17, 2022”

Squamish Newsletter: Internal emergency alarm system to be tested at Squamish Terminals Feb 25, 2022

Squamish Terminals will be testing a new emergency alarm system on Friday, February 25 at 1 p.m. that will be used in the event of an emergency contained within the Squamish Terminals site, such as a workplace accident or fire. Because of the noisy nature of Squamish Terminals’ operations, the alarm system is required to be quiteContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Internal emergency alarm system to be tested at Squamish Terminals Feb 25, 2022”

Squamish Newsletter: Unusually cold temperatures and strong outflow winds

Environment Canada Special weather statement issued for: Howe Sound, B.C.  Current details: A period of unusually cold temperatures and strong outflow winds is expected. Location: Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and Howe Sound. Overnight minimum temperatures: Near minus 5 to minus 10. Time Span: Monday night through Wednesday night. Remarks: A change in the weather is expectedContinue reading “Squamish Newsletter: Unusually cold temperatures and strong outflow winds”

Squamish: Wind warning issued for Howe Sound

Issued at 2022-02-22 03:18 UTC by Environment Canada: Wind warning issued for: Howe Sound, B.C. (082500) Current details: Strong outflow winds tonight into Tuesday morning. Locations: Southern sections of Howe Sound including Bowen Island. Hazards: Northerly winds 70 km/h gusting to 90. Time Span: Tonight into Tuesday morning. Remarks: Strong outflow winds are expected over HoweContinue reading “Squamish: Wind warning issued for Howe Sound”

Fort St. John: Preparations begin for the High on Ice Winter Festival

The 2022 High on Ice Winter Fest is rapidly approaching. Based out of Centennial Park, the event runs throughout the Family Day long weekend from February 18 – 21. As the City prepares for the event, it is requested that the public stays out of Centennial Park during event preparations. There should be no pedestrianContinue reading “Fort St. John: Preparations begin for the High on Ice Winter Festival”

Fort St. John: Whitehorse and Fort St. John Announce Arrangement for 2027 Canada Winter Games

The City of Whitehorse is proud to announce that an agreement has been reached between the 2027 Canada Winter Games Bid Committee and the City of Fort St. John for the use of its long track speed skating oval during the 2027 Canada Winter Games.Read More

Campbell River Newsletter: updates on Omicron and potential delays in service

CITY SERVICE UPDATES With the continued spread of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 throughout communities in British Columbia, the City continues to take steps to slow and limit the spread of COVID-19 and continue delivering services as safely as possible. In early January, following the recommendations from the Provincial Health Officer, the City increased measuresContinue reading “Campbell River Newsletter: updates on Omicron and potential delays in service”

Campbell River Newsletter: Downtown Safety Select Committee Reconvenes

City Council appoints 10 volunteers for a new term At their Feb. 14 In-Camera meeting, Council appointed the following residents and business owners to continue the work of the Downtown Safety Select Committee (DSSC) for a new term: Jim Costain Tim Kraushar Nancy Gurr Allison Kilby Ben Lanyon Rodney Semkiw Dan Samson Heather Gordon MurphyContinue reading “Campbell River Newsletter: Downtown Safety Select Committee Reconvenes”

Campbell River Newsletter: Highlights of Feb 14, 2022 Council Meeting

Watch City Council meetings live or view recordings at campbellriver.ca/webcasts. DELEGATIONS Discovery Passage Aquarium Society—Discovery Passage Aquarium Society representatives Naomi Tabata, president, and Monica Stewardson, board member, presented Council with a 2022 update and information about future planning. The society is exploring the feasibility of a new aquarium. They expressed interest in incorporating ideas andContinue reading “Campbell River Newsletter: Highlights of Feb 14, 2022 Council Meeting”

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Victoria: BC Family Day at Royal Athletic Park | February 14 2022

Join us for a free BC Family Day event at Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Ave. on February 21, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities include music, activity stations, mini-field soccer, bouncy castle, bocce area, and more!  Activity schedule: Puppy Pageant – 10 a.m.Dress up your pup in their favourite costume and bring them to meetContinue reading “Victoria: BC Family Day at Royal Athletic Park | February 14 2022”

Victoria: Family Day Holiday Hours and Parking | February 14 2022

City of Victoria facilities will be observing the Family Day schedule below. Police, fire and those who provide emergency streets and utility services are available 24/7. City Hall Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre Beacon Hill Park Maintenance Yard Public Works Yard Victoria Conference Centre Monday, February 21 – closed Family Day at Royal Athletic ParkContinue reading “Victoria: Family Day Holiday Hours and Parking | February 14 2022”

Victoria: Mayor’s Statement on New Chinese Canadian Museum Exhibition Space in Victoria | February 17 2022

Mayor Lisa Helps made the following statement today on the establishment of a Chinese Canadian Museum exhibition space in Victoria: “I would like to thank the provincial government for working with the City of Victoria and the Chinese Canadian community to support the development of the Chinese Canadian Museum’s temporary exhibition space in Victoria, includingContinue reading “Victoria: Mayor’s Statement on New Chinese Canadian Museum Exhibition Space in Victoria | February 17 2022”

Victoria: Statement From Mayor Helps on B.C.’s Economic Plan | February 17 2022

Mayor Lisa Helps issued the following statement in response to the provincial government’s economic plan. “I’d like to thank Premier Horgan and Minister Kahlon for developing the StrongerBC Economic Plan that lays the ground for a resilient and inclusive economy where wealth and opportunity are broadly shared. I’m also appreciative that the government consulted withContinue reading “Victoria: Statement From Mayor Helps on B.C.’s Economic Plan | February 17 2022”

North Vancouver CityView eNews February 4, 2022

Updated Financial Strategy Approved for Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre | Help Shape a New Greenway in the City | A Message from Mayor Buchanan | Have Your Say on the Draft Mobility Strategy by February 11 | Black History Month in the City | Youth Award Nominations Are Open | Council Meeting Highlights JanuaryContinue reading “North Vancouver CityView eNews February 4, 2022”

North Vancouver CityView eNews February 10, 2022

Have Your Say on the City’s Dog Strategy | New Greenway Coming to the City | A Message from Mayor Buchanan | Youth Scholarship Applications Open | Celebrating City Youth With Civic Youth Award Nomination | What We Heard on the Community Wellbeing Strategy | NVSD Academies Application Deadline February 21 | Council Meeting HighlightsContinue reading “North Vancouver CityView eNews February 10, 2022”

North Vancouver CityView eNews February 17, 2022

Menstrual Products Free in City Spaces | Family Day in the City | A Message from Mayor Buchanan | Help Shape the City’s New Greenway | 2022 Financial Plan Underway | Love Letters in City Parklets | 2022/23 NVSD Budget Priorities: Your Voice Matters | Council Meeting Highlights February 14 | Next Council Meeting FebruaryContinue reading “North Vancouver CityView eNews February 17, 2022”