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Sep 10, 2026
Official Ribbon Cutting for Jaffray Trail
Sep 08, 2026
Information Sought on Aggressive Dog
Aug 31, 2026
Firefighters Respond to Boat Fire on Lake Windermere
Aug 14, 2026
Cranbrook Reuse Centre to Re-Open Soon
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Official Ribbon Cutting for Jaffray Trail
September 10, 2026 - 10:25am
RDEK 2026 Electoral Area B Volunteer of the Year Recognized
September 09, 2026 - 5:07pm
Joanne Gareau has been honoured as the 2026 Electoral Area B Volunteer of the Year in appreciation of the dedication, effort, and support she has given to the area. “Joanne has made an extraordinary contribution to our community through her tireless volunteer service, and her impact can be...Information Sought on Aggressive Dog
September 08, 2026 - 10:48am
The Regional District of East Kootenay has received a report of a very aggressive dog running at large in the Windermere Cemetery area at approximately 7:30 p.m. on September 7, 2026. The dog is described as: Mastiff/Labrador cross approximately 80 to 90 lbs Dark brown in colour Wearing a red collar...RDEK Launches Fall Recruitment Drive for Paid On-Call Firefighters
September 01, 2026 - 8:18am
The RDEK is calling on residents in the Columbia Valley, Elk Valley and South Country to step forward now and join their local fire department as paid on-call firefighters. Rural fire departments depend on community members who are willing to respond when their neighbours need help most. From...Firefighters Respond to Boat Fire on Lake Windermere
August 31, 2026 - 2:56pm
Members of the Windermere Fire Department responded to a boat fire at a dock on Lake Windermere today. Just before noon, firefighters were dispatched to a fully involved boat fire. Ten firefighters and three fire apparatus attended the scene and quickly brought the fire under control. “The prompt...Draft Rural Transfer Station Optimization Plan Open for Public Review
August 20, 2026 - 1:29pm
Following a detailed service review, public survey, series of workshops with, and input from, the RDEK Board, the DRAFT Rural Transfer Station Optimization Plan has been developed and is now available for public review and comment. “The way the region handles its garbage and recycling services at...RDEK Board Supports Shift to Year-Round Mountain Daylight Saving Time
August 14, 2026 - 12:21pm
The East Kootenay has switched its clocks for the last time after the Regional District of East Kootenay Board voted in favour of ending the twice per year clock changes and moving to observing year-round Mountain Daylight Saving Time. The move comes following a non-binding survey and extended time...Cranbrook Reuse Centre to Re-Open Soon
August 14, 2026 - 12:21pm
The Regional District of East Kootenay Board has approved the re-opening of the Reuse Centre at the Cranbrook Transfer Station. “The Reuse Centre was closed in early 2024 due to ongoing issues we were experiencing at the site including continuous break-ins and vandalism which caused costly damage...Firefighters Respond to New Fire Start in Edgewater Area
August 13, 2026 - 9:17am
Members of the Edgewater Fire Department responded to a new fire start just outside of Edgewater this morning. “Following last night’s lightning, a new start was called in just east of the Highway at approximately 7:15am this morning. Our team responded immediately and when we arrived on scene,...Evacuation Alert Rescinded for Remaining Property in St. Mary Lake area
August 09, 2026 - 12:00pm
Effective 2:00pm today, August 9, the Evacuation Alert has been RESCINDED for one property in the St. Mary Lake area in relation to the Tower Creek wildfire. There are now no properties on Evacuation Alert or Order in the East Kootenay at this time. “We want to thank the BC Wildfire Service for...RDEK Board to Discuss Time Change Following Close of Survey
August 08, 2026 - 4:07pm
Following a public survey on time observance in the southeast corner of BC, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is expected to make a decision on the matter this Friday. Over 14,000 survey responses were received and showed a strong majority (89%) of respondents would...Evacuation Order & Alert Fully Rescinded on Wait Creek Fire
August 06, 2026 - 9:36am
The remaining Evacuation Alert and Evacuation Order have been fully rescinded for the Wait Creek Fire near Ta Ta Creek. “We are incredibly grateful to the BC Wildfire crews on the ground, in equipment, in the air and coordinating behind the scenes who have worked tirelessly to ensure they get the...Evacuation Order Boundary Reduced as Progress Made on Wait Creek Fire
August 05, 2026 - 4:49pm
There have been changes in the status of the Evacuation Alerts and Order in the vicinity of the Wait Creek wildfire near Ta Ta Creek, including a reduction in the size of the Order area. IN EFFECT: The Evacuation Order remains in effect for 23 dwellings WEST of the BC Hydro Transmission Line ...Evacuation Alert Partially RESCINDED for Tower Creek Fire
August 05, 2026 - 11:39am
As BC Wildfire Service crews continue to make progress on the Tower Creek fire (N10947), a portion of the Evacuation Alert that was issued on July 19 has been rescinded. As of 12:00 pm August 5, 2026, 65 properties in the St. Mary Lake area will no longer be under an Evacuation Alert. The Evacuation...Evacuation Order Partially Downgraded to Evacuation Alert Near Wait Creek Wildfire
August 02, 2026 - 9:05pm
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has downgraded the Evacuation Order to an Evacuation ALERT for an isolated number of properties around the Wait Creek (N11360) wildfire. The EVACUATION ORDER remains in effect for properties in the Ta Ta Creek area in the immediate vicinity of the fire....Evacuation Order Issued for Ta Ta Creek, Wasa Lake, and Lazy Lake Due to Wait Creek Wildfire
August 02, 2026 - 2:00am
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has issued an EVACUATION ORDER in the Tata Creek, Wasa Lake, and Lazy Lake areas in relation to the Wait Creek (N11360) wildfire. The EVACUATION ORDER covers approximately 972 dwellings in the Ta Ta Creek, Wasa Lake, and Lazy Lake areas, including a...Firefighters Respond to Wildfire South of Fairmont
August 02, 2026 - 1:50am
Members of the Fairmont and Windermere fire departments responded to a wildfire south of Fairmont Saturday. “We had a total of 12 firefighters on scene throughout the afternoon and evening along with four pieces of apparatus. We worked cooperatively with BC Wildfire crews including the helicopter...Firefighters Respond to Wildfire Near Edgewater
July 26, 2026 - 6:57pm
Firefighters from Columbia Valley Rural Fire and Radium Fire are responding to a fire near Edgewater this afternoon. “The BC Wildfire Service had a helicopter bucketing along with a spotter on scene immediately, which was a tremendous help in knocking it down,” explains Columbia Valley Rural...Evacuation Alert Lifted for City of Kimberley
July 25, 2026 - 2:01pm
The Evacuation Alert for all properties within the City of Kimberley municipal boundary has been rescinded as the BC Wildfire Service makes progress on the Matthew Creek Wildfire. “Given the progress crews have made, forecasted fire behaviour and available resources, the BC Wildfire Service has...Vulnerable Persons Database Launched
July 21, 2026 - 10:31pm
A new database has been launched for those who may need extra care and assistance in the event of an evacuation. The 2026 Vulnerable Persons Database is a free, voluntary and confidential service designed to identify and support residents who may face challenges such as: Mobility issues Vision or...