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Dec 10, 2025
Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw Adopted by RDEK Board
Nov 25, 2025
Edgewater Commercial Space Service Does Not Proceed
Oct 28, 2025
Columbia Valley Fire Leadership Seminar a Success
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Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw Adopted by RDEK Board
December 10, 2025 - 9:12am
The RDEK Board of Directors has adopted a bylaw that will allow RDEK compliance officers to issue fines to a maximum of $500, as per the Bylaw Notice Enforcement Act, for a variety of bylaw contraventions. “Aside from short-term rentals operating without a valid Temporary Use Permit, our...Evacuation Order RESCINDED for Fenwick Road Area Along Kootenay River
November 29, 2025 - 8:20pm
Effective 9:00 pm Mountain Time today, the Evacuation Order for the Fenwick Road Area along the Kootenay River has been lifted. The Order has been RESCINDED for 5 properties on Fenwick Road, including 2625, 2627, 3607, 3664, and 3611. “The Order was put in place earlier today, following a...Evacuation Order Issued along Kootenay River in Fenwick Road Area
November 29, 2025 - 12:49pm
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has issued an EVACUATION ORDER in an area northwest of Bull River along the Kootenay River and Fenwick Road as CPKC responds to a train derailment that took place this morning. The Evacuation ORDER includes 5 properties along the Kootenay River and...Edgewater Commercial Space Service Does Not Proceed
November 25, 2025 - 3:17pm
A new commercial space service for residents in the Edgewater area will not proceed after eligible electors voted not to establish the service. On November 22, 2025, the Community was asked if they were in favour of setting up a new service to enable the construction and operation of a modular...Info Meeting Held on Proposed Edgewater Commercial Space Service
October 29, 2025 - 3:08pm
Close to 70 people attended a public information meeting last night to learn more about the proposed Edgewater Commercial Space Service. “I was pleased to see how many residents took time to join us for this important meeting as we want to ensure that as much information is in the hands of the...RDEK to Hold a Fairmont and Cold Spring Creek Community Information Meeting
October 28, 2025 - 11:32am
The RDEK will be holding a public meeting to present three recent reports on Cold Spring Creek, Fairmont Creek, and the Fairmont Hot Springs Hazard Guidance Project. “We encourage all Fairmont Hot Springs residents to attend the upcoming meeting,” says Electoral Area F Director Susan Clovechok....Columbia Valley Fire Leadership Seminar a Success
October 28, 2025 - 9:57am
Leadership ignited in Invermere this past weekend when the Invermere, Radium Hot Springs, and Columbia Valley Rural Fire and Rescue Service Departments came together to co-host a one-day leadership seminar with renowned author, Fire Service leader and coach Arjuna George. “It was inspiring to...Residents Invited to Participate in Workshops and Survey as Accessory Dwelling Unit Planning Process Rolls Out Across the Region
October 20, 2025 - 1:45pm
Residents around the region are being encouraged to share their ideas and comments on potential changes to RDEK zoning and land use bylaw regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). ADUs are independent, self-contained living spaces that are in addition to the principal dwelling unit or...New Edgewater Commercial Space Service Proposed, Info Meeting Planned
October 16, 2025 - 11:55am
Eligible electors in the Edgewater and Spur Valley area will be voting on a proposed new commercial space service next month and the RDEK is gearing up for a public information meeting to help share details about the proposal prior to voting day. “The community of Edgewater has been advocating...Completion of Debris Flow Mitigation Project Celebrated
October 15, 2025 - 1:28pm
The completion of the Cold Spring Creek Debris Flow Mitigation Project was officially celebrated in Fairmont Hot Springs October 8. The project will significantly reduce the debris flow risk in the community. One of the key components of the project was the construction of a large debris flow...Rockyview Official Community Plan Process Open Houses Kick Off October 25
October 15, 2025 - 9:56am
As the Rockyview Official Community Plan (OCP) process is relaunched, the RDEK has planned a series of Open Houses within the plan area. “Public engagement is the foundation of success in a planning process, and we are hoping to see a strong turnout to the Open Houses over the coming weeks,”...Public Access to CV RDEK Office Has Changed
October 09, 2025 - 1:48pm
Effective immediately, public access to the RDEK’s Columbia Valley Office has changed and access will be by appointment only. Please review the list below for some of the new processes that are now in place. Building Permits: Building permits are now being processed through the...Small Brush Fire Extinguished in Windermere Area
October 07, 2025 - 4:04pm
Members of the Windermere Fire Department responded to a small fire in a forested area in the Juniper Heights area this afternoon. “The fire was small and confined to an area in and around a tree. Our crew quickly got it contained and extinguished before it had a chance to spread,” explains...National Fire Prevention Week⢠Focuses on Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
October 02, 2025 - 9:31am
This year’s National Fire Prevention Week™ campaign, which runs from October 5th to 11th, is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” It highlights safe purchasing, charging, and recycling of lithium-ion batteries. “Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day,...RDEK Kicks Off Fall Drive to Recruit Community Firefighters
September 29, 2025 - 10:56am
Step into a pivotal role in your community and make a lasting impact by joining the Columbia Valley or Elk Valley & South Country Rural Fire and Rescue Services. The firefighter recruitment drive is on now, and the RDEK is calling on residents to become a part of these crucial teams,...Wasa Transfer Station Wood Waste Area Closed Today (Sept.28)
September 28, 2025 - 1:02pm
There is a small, smoldering fire in the wood waste pile at the Transfer Station. The fire is contained to the wood waste pile only and is not affecting other areas of the transfer station, which remains open. The contractor and water truck will be on site throughout the day today to ensure...Early Reporting Leads to Quick Action on RV Fire
September 26, 2025 - 4:35pm
Members of the Windermere Fire Department responded to a recreational vehicle fire this afternoon. “The homeowner saw smoke, called 9-1-1 and did his best to keep things cool until our crews arrived,’” explains Columbia Valley Rural Fire & Rescue Chief Drew Sinclair. “Our crew was able to keep...Structure Fire in Timber Ridge Area Quickly Knocked Down
September 17, 2025 - 9:02pm
Members of the Windermere Fire Department are on the scene of a structure fire in the Timber Ridge area this evening. “When we arrived on scene, the home was fully involved,” says Columbia Valley Rural Fire and Rescue Service Assistant Chief Thomas Dobbin. “All the firefighters did an...Evacuation Alert RESCINDED for Silver Basin Wildfire
September 15, 2025 - 3:37pm
Effective 4:00pm Mountain Time today, the Evacuation Alert for the Silver Basin wildfire adjacent to Bugaboo Provincial Park has been lifted. “The BC Wildfire Service has now classified the fire as Being Held and have recommended that it is safe to rescind the Evacuation Alert,” says Regional...Evacuation Alert Issued in Vicinity of Silver Basin Wildfire
August 30, 2025 - 10:40pm
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK), has issued an EVACUATION ALERT in an area adjacent to Bugaboos Provincial Park as hot, dry conditions and stronger winds prompted growth on the Silver Basin Wildfire (N21687) today. The ALERT includes the following area: South of where Bugaboo...