Posted on: June 1, 2023
Thanks to a collaboration with Transport Canada, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) and other government agencies, a safety and environmental hazard has been removed from Shuswap Lake.
The Mandalay B is a 100-year-old wooden, diesel-powered boat...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 31, 2023
The BC Wildfire Service is reporting this afternoon that a four-hectare blaze near Highway 97 and Salmon River Road is now under control.
This means the wildfire should not spread any further due to suppression efforts.
Crews from the Silver Creek...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 31, 2023
A wildfire that broke out the in the early morning hours of May 31 near the junction of Salmon River Road and Highway 97 is currently being held to the estimated four-hectare burn site.
BC Wildfire classifies a fire as being held when it has been...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 30, 2023
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is currently updating its Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP) and is proposing a new septic system rebate program in four LWMP service areas, Electoral Area C/G, Electoral Area E, Electoral Area F (Scotch Cree...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 29, 2023
The BC River Forecast Centre has discontinued the High Streamflow Advisory for the Shuswap region and tributaries of the South Thompson River, including the Shuswap River, Salmon River, Adams River and Eagle River.
Monitoring stations on the Shus...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 26, 2023
Update: Friday, May 26 at 3:15 PM
The Boil Water Notice issued for the Sorrento Water System in response to elevated turbidity has been rescinded effective immediately.
Water samples from the system confirm the turbidity (cloudiness) level in the water is w...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 26, 2023
While the Shuswap remains on flood-watch status for potential minor flooding issues due to high river and lake levels, the Shuswap Emergency Program is not anticipating any structures to be threatened this season by widespread flooding of Shuswap Lake.
Wit...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 24, 2023
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Board is recommending a referendum be conducted for the continued use of a parcel tax to fund the activities of the Shuswap Watershed Council on a permanent basis.
At the May 18 Board Meeting, Directors voted u...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 23, 2023
As construction season gets underway, please remember that the entire rail trail corridor from Sicamous to Armstrong remains closed to public use.
A rock scaling project along the trails will start tomorrow, Wednesday, May 24, with a projected co...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 19, 2023
Four community projects in Electoral Area D will be moving ahead after Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Directors voted to support the use of Community Works Funds at Thursday’s Board on the Road Meeting held in the Falkland Community H...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 16, 2023
Water levels in the Salmon River are dropping and are forecasted to decline further in the coming days, shifting attention toward the potential for flooding in Shuswap Lake.
Some high-water issues remain for properties surrounding the Salmon River due to h...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 12, 2023
Predicted high temperatures this weekend and into next week will likely result in an increase in the levels of rivers, creeks and streams for the Shuswap.
This may increase flooding concerns, as the hot weather will accelerate the high-elevation snow melt,...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 12, 2023
Users of the Cedar Heights Water System are advised that a BOIL WATER NOTICE has been placed on the system effective May 12, 2023 at 08:45 Hours.
The notice has been issued in consultation with Interior Health due to elevated turbidity in the wa...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 9, 2023
A theme of 2022 at the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) was transition.
With the Local Government Elections in October, there were changes to the Board of Directors. Electoral Area G was created after voters did not support the incorpora...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 8, 2023
While the rainy weekend weather has abated, residents in flood-prone areas are advised to remain on guard against additional river flooding in the coming days.
The Shuswap region is predicted to see unseasonably warm temperatures again later this week, whi...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 5, 2023
Sand and sandbags are now available to local residents in Salmon Arm, in addition to two previously opened locations at the Silver Creek and Falkland Fire Halls.
Bags are available for pick up outside the Salmon Arm Public Works Yard, located at 100- 30th ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 4, 2023
The Shuswap Emergency Program (SEP) is advising residents of the increasing risk of flooding in Shuswap-area creeks and rivers in the coming days − with the Salmon River as a particular area of concern.
The BC River Forecast Centre has placed the...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 3, 2023
Splatsin Development Corporation (SDC) has been working hard on preparing the Shuswap Okanagan Rail Trail for construction.
Currently, the Yucwmenlúcwu (Caretakers of the Land) LLP Construction division is working closely with the Regional Distr...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 3, 2023
Agri-tourism will be at the heart of a new Shuswap Tourism campaign thanks to a $100,000 grant from BC’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport.
The funds will be going towards the creation of the Farmgate Tour project, which will help prom...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 28, 2023
Cooler spring weather this season has delayed snow melts, but a predicted rapid increase in temperatures has the Shuswap Emergency Program encouraging residents to be cautious.
Temperatures in the Shuswap are forecast to move into the mid-to-high 20 degree...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 1, 2023
Looking to sell, trade or give away some of your unwanted or previously-loved things but can’t hold your own garage sale?
Then you’ll want to take part in the free CSRD Trunk Sale being held in the parking lot of Centennial P...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 25, 2023
The CSRD’s FireSmart program is making it easier and cheaper for residents near the Scotch Creek and Skimikin Transfer stations to clean up their properties and get rid of yard waste.
Removing yard waste and pruning vegetation is one of the best ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 24, 2023
While the Celista Fire Department is known for a tradition of excellence, the department stepped up even more in 2022 with several important initiatives to enhance safety, increase firefighter training opportunities and keep fire insurance rates low for a...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 24, 2023
The CSRD will be conducting semi-annual servicing of approximately 410 fire hydrants in various fire suppression service areas in Electoral Area C, D, F and G.
The planned maintenance schedule is:
- Anglemont - April 24 to 27
- Falkland - April 28 to 2...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 21, 2023
Looking to sell, trade or give away some of your unwanted or previously-loved things but can’t hold your own garage sale?
Then you’ll want to take part in the free CSRD Trunk Sale being held on the south side of the Salmon Ar...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 13, 2023
Summer fun will be enhanced in Eagle Bay with the projected completion of the upgrades to Eagle Bay Community Park.
The early onset of winter snow and freezing conditions, combined with the late arrival of spring, has created some delays for the ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 12, 2023
Please be advised that beginning April 14, 2023 for approximately two weeks, the scale at the Sicamous landfill will be undergoing renovations. The landfill will remain open during this time, but traffic will be routed differently at the site, and there m...
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CSRD News
Posted on: March 17, 2023
Much-needed repairs to the Seymour Arm Community Wharf will proceed after Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Directors voted unanimously to provide $180,000 towards the project.
The CSRD funding will be allocated from the Electoral Area F Community ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: March 6, 2023
The Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail is receiving a $500,000 boost from the Provincial Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant Program to develop a section of the trail near the City of Armstrong.
The money will be applied to develop and cons...
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CSRD News
Posted on: February 23, 2023
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) has adopted a new Bylaw Dispute Adjudication System which allows for bylaw disputes to be handled locally rather than through the Provincial Courts.
Effective immediately, Bylaw Notices (tickets) can be dispute...
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CSRD News
Posted on: January 24, 2023
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is moving forward with obtaining detailed design and engineering plans for the new indoor aquatic centre in Golden.
The completion of this design work will lead to the construction phase of the project, which i...
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CSRD News
Posted on: January 20, 2023
Two videos produced by Shuswap Tourism have been awarded Platinum and Gold honours from the Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals.
The two MarCom awards recognize excellence in marketing and communications with an emphasis on creativity...
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CSRD News
Posted on: January 17, 2023
My property assessment has gone up 40 per cent, does this mean my property taxes will go up 40 per cent?
This is a frequent question to the CSRD when people receive their property assessments in the mail. Here's the answer!
It is a common...
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CSRD News
Posted on: January 16, 2023
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD), BC Parks and the Skw'lax te Secwepemcúl?ecw (Little Shuswap Lake Band) are moving forward with a plan to restart the mosquito control program in the Scotch Creek area in 2023.
The Skw'lax te Secwepemc...
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CSRD News
Posted on: January 6, 2023
Residents across the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) can now recycle even more items at their local recycling depots or in their home recycling programs.
Effective January 1, 2023, Recycle BC is adding single-use products and packaging-...
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CSRD News
Posted on: December 16, 2022
Water from the MacArthur Reedman Water System is safe to drink, even if it may look cloudy when it first comes out of the tap.
The reason for the cloudiness is that conditions in Shuswap Lake are causing a scientific phenomenon known as supersatu...
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CSRD News
Posted on: December 13, 2022
View the #YourCSRD Newsletter
Newsletter change
As part of our conversion to the new CSRD website, the CSRD will be using a new program to create and send out its monthly #YourCSRD newsletter.
Due to legislative requirements, the CSRD cannot automa...
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CSRD News
Posted on: December 12, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is the recipient of a Gold Award for its 2021 Annual Report from the MarCom Awards.
Issued by the Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals, the international design competition recognizes excel...
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CSRD News
Posted on: December 9, 2022
Update: December 9 at 11:45 AM
Repairs to the MacArthur Reedman Water System are complete and water service has been restored to the affected residents.
Water users can return to using water from taps. There may be some sediment in the water as a ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: December 8, 2022
The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) is inviting another round of applications to its Water Quality Grant Program, beginning December 1.
“One of our objectives as a watershed council is to protect and maintain the water quality in Shusw...
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CSRD News
Posted on: December 2, 2022
Get a quick look at what took place at the November 24, 2022 CSRD Board of Directors meeting.
View the #YourCSRD Newsletter.
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 30, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is pleased to announce a partnership with the Shuswap Trail Alliance at the Sorrento-Blind Bay Community Park which will allow for the development of an outdoor ice rink, as well as snow clearing of a popular ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 22, 2022
November 29, 2022
Repairs are complete on the bulk water station located at the Sorrento- Blind Bay Community Park, 2670 Davidson Road and the service is back in operation.
The CSRD apologizes for the inconvenience.
Original post - November 22, 202...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 24, 2022
Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Director and City of Salmon Arm Councillor Kevin Flynn will continue to act as Chair of the Board following a vote of the newly elected officials at the November 24 Regular Board Meeting.
Flynn is a long-serving Di...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 22, 2022
Hot on the heels of commercial composting starting up at the Revelstoke Landfill, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District is now offering residents and commercial facilities direct drop-off of compostable waste at the site.
Effective immediately, citizens i...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 21, 2022
Update: November 22, 2022 - 8:00 AM
Repairs to a section of the Cedar Heights Water System were completed last night and service has been restored to Lakeview Drive residents.
The CSRD appreciates the patience of the affected water system users du...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 18, 2022
More resources are being sought from the B.C. government for efforts to keep invasive mussels out of the Shuswap as an infestation could cost Okanagan-Shuswap taxpayers $42 million annually in ongoing costs and lost revenue.
Earlier this week, the Shuswap ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 17, 2022
Work is underway to get the CSRD's four outdoor skating rinks ready for outdoor recreation this season - but how quickly the rinks will be operational depends on Mother Nature.
Outdoor rinks are constructed for public skating at:
- Parson Community Park at 36...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 14, 2022
The bears are almost all denned up for the winter, as is the WildSafeBC Columbia Shuswap Program.
WildSafeBC’s goal is prevent conflict with wildlife through education, collaboration and community solutions.
The Columbia Shuswap coordina...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 8, 2022
With winter storms or weather changes, often concerns with winter driving conditions start to crop up and the CSRD office begins to receive calls asking for service. This is a reminder to citizens that the CSRD does not have jurisdiction over roads within...
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CSRD News
Posted on: November 2, 2022
The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association will have another voice from the Shuswap, as Morgen Matheson, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s (CSRD) Team Leader, Tourism and Film, was recently elected to the Board of Directors.
Matheson who jo...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 28, 2022
Businesses can begin composting food waste in Revelstoke starting November 1 with the opening of a Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s (CSRD) commercial composting facility at the Revelstoke Landfill.
The goal of the project is to reduce food waste by col...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 27, 2022
Construction has resumed on the Eagle Bay Community Park project this fall and will start up again as soon as weather conditions allow to get the much-anticipated park to completion in spring 2023.
Unforeseen challenges with drainage, geotechnical concerns...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 25, 2022
The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) has written a letter to George Heyman, Provincial Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, calling for more action and intervention from the Province to prevent future algal blooms in Shuswap Lake.
The letter...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 20, 2022
Get a quick look at what took place at the October 13, 2022 CSRD Board of Directors meeting.
View the #YourCSRD Newsletter.
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 19, 2022
As prescribed in the Local Government Act, the CSRD's Chief Election Officer confirmed the results of the 2022 General Local Election on October 19, 2022.
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 19, 2022
Some property owners applying for Development Variance Permits (DVPs) will get a more efficient application process and pay less money thanks to changes to the Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s procedures.
At the Regular Meeting of October 13,...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 15, 2022
The preliminary results of the 2022 Local Government Elections have been posted. The results are not official until certified by the Chief Election Officer.
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 13, 2022
The CSRD will be conducting semi-annual servicing of approximately 410 fire hydrants in various fire suppression service areas in Electoral Area C, D and F.
The planned maintenance schedule is:
- Falkland - October 17
- Anglemont - October 18 to 20
- Saratoga - Oct...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 7, 2022
Friday, October 7, 2022
Maintenance work on the Anglemont Water System will require a temporary shut down of service for some users on Tuesday, October 11 and Wednesday, October 12, from 8 AM to 5 PM.
The affected areas are outlined below:
Residents are advi...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 5, 2022
Numerous owners of non-compliant buoys decided to pull them from Shuswap Lake or ensure they met all the rules before a recent Transport Canada removal effort seized them from the waters off Electoral Areas C and F.
This spring, non-compliant buoys were ta...
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CSRD News
Posted on: October 4, 2022
Get a quick look at what took place at the September, 22, 2022 CSRD Board of Directors meeting.
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As part of our conversion to the new CSRD website, the CSRD will be using a new program to create and se...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 29, 2022
The CSRD Offices will be closed tomorrow, Friday, September 30 to mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
We encourage you to join us in a journey of learning and reflection about what you can do to support the Truth and Reconciliation process. Com...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 28, 2022
Shuswap Tourism looked back at the tumultuous 2021 season in an Annual Review, presented to the Board at the September meeting.
But they are also looking towards the future, as they are seeking new volunteer tourism industry members for a revital...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 26, 2022
The Board of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) voted unanimously at the September 22 Regular Meeting to adopt a bylaw which will add a tax contribution from property owners in Electoral Area F to support the operation of the North Shuswap Heal...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 22, 2022
Update: September 22, 2022
Users of the Cedar Heights Water System are advised that a Boil Water Notice placed on the system on September 14, 2022 has now been rescinded.
Water from the Cedar Heights system is safe to consume directly from the tap...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 14, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) has appointed a new Chief Administrative Officer, John MacLean, into the top leadership role for the organization.
MacLean takes on his new role with the CSRD beginning November 7, 2022. He is current...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 14, 2022
To mark National Day of Mourning honouring Queen Elizabeth II, the CSRD office in Salmon Arm will be closed on Monday, September 19, 2022. This coincides with the late Queen’s state funeral in London, and will mark the end of the official period...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 10, 2022
Update: September 10, 2022 - 15:20 Hours
A gas leak in the area of Gardom Lake Road and Capri Road in Electoral Area D (Ranchero-Deep Creek) has been repaired. All those evacuated may return and the roads have been re-opened to traffic.
The CSRD and Rancher...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 9, 2022
The nomination period for the 2022 General Local Election closed at 4 PM local time on September 9, 2022. This is a preliminary list of candidates who filed nomination papers by the deadline.
Candidates will have until September 16, 202...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 9, 2022
Effective immediately, the boat launch at Bristow Road will be closed due to low water, as well as a potential hazard located at the end of the launch.
CSRD Parks staff have inspected the launch and have recommended immediate closure. ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 9, 2022
Update: Friday, September 9
A project to replace some of the aging water service components in Anglemont means some residents will experience temporary water service outages to residences in the affected areas.
In general, the water shuts downs are in effec...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 2, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) launched its refreshed and redesigned website to the public today, September 7, 2022.
The new site has a clean, modern design, significantly improved functionality and has been specifically designed f...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 7, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) has obtained preliminary public assent by Alternative Approval Process to proceed with the establishment of the North Shuswap Health Centre Financial Contribution Service Area.
The annual costs to support the o...
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CSRD News
Posted on: September 6, 2022
Water service has been unexpectedly shut down to a small area in Anglemont due to a possible water leak.
Customers in the area of Gardiner Road and Airstrip Road (shaded red on the map) will be temporarily without water as contractors work to fix the probl...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 26, 2022
The last day of operation for Tappen Co-op Recycling Depot, located at 4828 Trans-Canada Highway, will be Wednesday, August 31, 2022.
Due to the changes to the Trans-Canada Highway in that area and the owners' planned upgrades to the Tappen Co-op ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 22, 2022
The Mt. Grice-Hutchinson wildfire has now been classified by the BC Wildfire Service as under control and an evacuation alert in place for five boat-in only cabins has been lifted as of 11:30 AM, Monday, August 22.
While the fire is not completely extingui...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 22, 2022
The Evacuation Alert issued August 17, 2022 by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to the potential danger to life, health and property caused by the threat of a threat of a wildfire near the Mt. Grice-Hutchins...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 19, 2022
The Shuswap may be experiencing increasing smoke today, Friday, August 19, but there are no new fires in the Shuswap Emergency Program’s response area.
A change in weather patterns is creating some smoky and hazy conditions particularly in the No...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 18, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) will be suspending its COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination Policy for its paid on-call firefighters for six months or pending further Provincial Public Health Orders.
An additional Board amendment was also made to al...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 18, 2022
Firefighting crews from the BC Wildfire Service are continuing to work on containing the Mt. Grice-Hutchinson fire in a remote area of the Anstey Peninsula, southwest of Seymour Arm.
The fire is now pegged at 7.9 hectares and one cabin in the are...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 17, 2022
An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. The threat of a wildfire near the Mt. Grice-Hutchinson Declivity, southwest of Seymour Arm in El...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 17, 2022
A new fire in the Anstey Peninsula, southwest of Seymour Arm, has affected a remote, boat-in only cabin in the area and is potentially threatening three others.
BC Wildfire has deployed nine crew members and four helicopters to the site.
The fire started on...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 17, 2022
The First Nations Health Authority, City of Salmon Arm, CSRD, BC Parks and Interior Health are monitoring an algae bloom for the Salmon Arm portion of Shuswap Lake (Southwest arm i.e. Steamboat Island to Tappen Bay and Salmon Arm Wharf, including Sunnybra...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 10, 2022
Users of the sport court at the Sorrento-Blind Bay Community Park can get back in the game, but things will be even better for players in 2023.
The sport court was resurfaced in 2021, however, there were flaws with leveling and drainage that needed to be a...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 9, 2022
It's not a red carpet, but for those with mobility challenges, the new blue access mat at Cambridge Road Community Park will allow for easier access to Mara Lake.
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) has installed this access ma...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 3, 2022
The Shuswap Emergency Program is receiving regular updates from BC Wildfire Service regarding fires stemming from recent lightning activity in the Shuswap. All fires in this area are small and located in remote areas where no structures are being threaten...
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CSRD News
Posted on: August 2, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Board of Directors recently approved a contribution of $250,000 from the Electoral Area A Community Works Fund for construction and engineering costs of the proposed Indoor Aquatic Centre in Golden.
The funding...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 29, 2022
An early-morning lightning storm sparked a number of new spot-sized fires in the Shuswap, with the BC Wildfire Service currently assessing the situation and actively fighting fires in a number of locations.
There are approximately nine new fires ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 29, 2022
The Alternative Approval Process to determine whether the citizens of Electoral Area F (North Shuswap) are willing to pay an additional tax to support the operation of the North Shuswap Health Centre begins today, Friday, July 29, 2022.
An Alternative Appr...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 20, 2022
The Boil Water Notice for the MacArthur Heights/ Reedman Heights Water System issued on July 20, 2022 has been rescinded.
Water samples which were taken from the system on July 21 and July 25 have come back with satisfactory results and Interior Health has...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 26, 2022
Users of the Sorrento Water System are advised that a Boil Water Notice has been placed on the system effective July 26, 2022.
The notice has been issued in consultation with Interior Health. A disruption in power in the area caused an outage wit...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 26, 2022
Update:
The water leak has now been fixed and water service should be as normal for users of the Falkland Water System. We appreciate your patience during the repairs.
Original Post: July 25, 2022
A water leak in the 5800-block of Highway 97 in Fal...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 25, 2022
In response to the heat wave, which is predicted to worsen as the week progresses, the Shuswap Emergency Program is working closely with agencies, including Interior Health, the City of Salmon Arm and the District of Sicamous to support those in need duri...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 21, 2022
The Province of BC has officially approved the creation of the newest Electoral Area in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) effective November 17, 2022.
Electoral Area G will include the communities of Sorrento, Blind Bay and Notch Hill. ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 19, 2022
The Golden and District Arena is going green with new flooring thanks to a grant from Tire Stewardship BC.
The arena will begin replacing its worn-out flooring with recycled rubber flooring tiles made from approximately 182 commercial vehicle tir...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 15, 2022
As mosquitos continue to create problems for people in Scotch Creek this summer, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD), the Little Shuswap Lake Band (LSLB) and BC Parks are working together to possibly restart the mosquito control program in 2023....
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 15, 2022
Update July 15, 2022
Interior Health has lifted the Cautionary Advisory that was in place at Salmon Arm Bay and Sunnybrae due to a potential algal bloom.
The cautionary advisory has been lifted because two consecutive water quality samples have tested negat...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 13, 2022
The levels of Shuswap Lake continue to decline and are not predicted to rise any further this season.
As such, the Shuswap Emergency Program is deactivating its Emergency Operations Centre which operated during the Flood Watch. The 23 self-serve ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: July 3, 2022
An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sicamous at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. The threat of a landslide near Wiseman Creek in the District of Sicamous is increasing due to predicted thunderstorms...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 30, 2022
June 30, 2022 Update:
The Sorrento-Blind Bay Spray Park is now back open for public use.
Parks staff are still working on some drainage issues, but the water is on and the park is operational.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciated you...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 30, 2022
Shuswap Lake is remaining on Flood Watch this weekend and into early next week, as heavy rains are in the forecast for Monday and Tuesday. While the weather looks mainly warm and sunny for the Canada Day weekend, the BC River Forecast Centre has concerns ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 28, 2022
Levels of Shuswap Lake continue to remain relatively stable around the 348.9 metre mark, despite some rainfall activity in the Shuswap in the early to late morning.
The Shuswap Emergency Program continues to monitor the water levels and weather forecasts c...
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Posted on: June 26, 2022
Shuswap Lake hasn’t peaked yet.
The gradual but steady rise of the lake level continues, coming just shy of the 349-metre mark at noon on Sunday. High temperatures are predicted to increase snow melt feeding into the lake, pushing the lake&rs...
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Posted on: June 25, 2022
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the Shuswap as the first stretch of warmer than average temperatures moves into the area. Today, Saturday, June 25, temperatures will reach into the upper 20's. For the remainder of th...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 23, 2022
The Evacuation Alert issued June 13, 2022 by the District of Sicamous through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to the potential danger to life, health and property caused by the threat of a landslide in the Wiseman Creek area is hereby rescinded effectiv...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 23, 2022
The Shuswap Emergency Program continues to monitor Shuswap Lake levels very closely as the water level continues to rise. Projections are for the lake to approach, and possibly exceed, flood levels seen in 2018.
In addition, residents should also be prepar...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 21, 2022
High water has forced the temporary closure of two CSRD parks:
- Sandy Beach, located at 2475 Blind Bay Road, Blind Bay
- Scotch Creek Wharf Road Community Park, located at 1014 Wharf Rd, Scotch Creek
The parks will re-open once the water level drops to safe lev...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 21, 2022
We’ve recommended the referendum question. The answer will depend on the voters in Golden and Electoral Area A.
At the June 16, 2022 Regular Meeting, the CSRD Board approved the question for the upcoming voter assent process as:
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Posted on: June 17, 2022
Unstable weather patterns are making it more difficult for forecasters to predict when peak levels for lakes and rivers will be reached. While initial predictions indicated Shuswap Lake may peak this week or early next week, the BC Rivers Forecast Centre ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 16, 2022
In an ongoing effort to clean up the spread of non-compliant buoys in the Shuswap, Transport Canada will be out on Shuswap Lake during the week of June 20 to tag those in violation of Transport Canada regulations.
These buoys may also be out of compliance ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 14, 2022
The Shuswap Emergency Program (SEP) is advising residents of the increasing risk of flooding in Shuswap-area lakes and rivers in the coming days.
The BC River Forecast Centre has upgraded to Flood Watch status for the Shuswap Region, including the Seymour ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 13, 2022
An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sicamous at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. The threat of a landslide near Wiseman Creek in the District of Sicamous is increasing due to forecasted rai...
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Posted on: June 13, 2022
In unanimous votes, both Golden’s Town Council and the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Board of Directors agreed to allocate the $1.7 million Whitetooth Ski Hill Legacy Fund towards two community recreation projects for Golden and Elec...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 10, 2022
Cooler spring weather this season has delayed snow melts, but flooding risks are now beginning to increase in the Shuswap.
Current predictions are noting a peak in lake and river levels that is roughly four weeks later than normal. Possible flood levels ar...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 6, 2022
The Evacuation Alert issued June 3, 2022 by the District of Sicamous through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to the potential danger to life, health and property caused by the threat of a landslide in the Wiseman Creek area of the District of S...
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CSRD News
Posted on: June 3, 2022
An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sicamous at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. The threat of a landslide near Wiseman Creek in the District of Sicamous is increasing due to forecasted rainfall and ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 31, 2022
Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Directors voted to support the allocation of 50 per cent of the $1.7 million Whitetooth Ski Hill Legacy Fund towards the proposed indoor aquatic centre in Golden, with the remaining 50 per cent to be used towards ...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 30, 2022
A $12.5 million Infrastructure Canada Federal Active Transportation Grant application to develop 42.6 kilometres of the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail has been championed by Splatsin leadership, in partnership with the Regional District of North Okanag...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 24, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board of Directors and staff are deeply saddened by the losses from the devastating fire at Quaaout Lodge on May 22.
We are grateful all people and pets were able to escape the fire safely. We recognize and appreciate...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 13, 2022
Update: 12:30 PM
The Boil Water Notice issued for the Sorrento Water System in response to elevated turbidity has been rescinded effective Friday, May 13.
Water samples from the system confirm the turbidity (cloudiness) level in the water is within acceptab...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 12, 2022
The Board of Directors recently appointed Jennifer Sham as the Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s (CSRD) Corporate Officer and Manager, Corporate Services.
As required by the Local Government Act, the Corporate Officer is accountable for the direction of...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 9, 2022
The Evacuation Alert issued by the District of Sicamous through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to the potential danger to life, health and property caused by the threat of a landslide in the Wiseman Creek area of the District of Sicamous is hereby lift...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 6, 2022
May 6, 2022 - 10:00 Hours
An Evacuation Alert remains in effect for all residences of the Sicamous Creek Mobile Home Park, which includes Units #1 to #27 – 5 Highway 97A, until further notice.
An Evacuation Alert is a warning about the potential threat of a...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 5, 2022
10:00 Hours
An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sicamous at the Shuswap Emergency Program’s Emergency Operations Centre. The threat of a landslide near Wiseman Creek in the District of Sicamous is increasing and may pose a risk. Due to t...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 4, 2022
As required by the Local Government Act, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s Chief Election Officer has released the Declaration of Official Results for the Incorporation Assent Voting in Sorrento and Blind Bay.
The results indicate that residents, ba...
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CSRD News
Posted on: May 3, 2022
As of May 5, BC Wildfire has deemed the fire under control.
Update May 3, 2022 - 14:00 Hours
There has been no substantial growth of the Horseshoe Bay fire boundaries, which remain at 18.5 hectares.
BC Wildfire is no longer classifying th...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 29, 2022
Update: 09:00 Hours
A wildfire near St. Ives continues to burn this morning, but grew very little in size overnight.
A BC Wildfire crew was on scene through the night and saw little to no growth on the east and west sides of the fire, wit...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 28, 2022
Fundraising for the proposed new Indoor Aquatics Centre in Golden will be getting a boost of nearly a half-million dollars, providing the area’s voters approve of the project.
At the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Board Meeting on April 21, 2022...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 14, 2022
A growing and aging population and a shortage of affordable rental and home ownership options are issues that a recent series of Housing Needs Assessments have identified as affecting the Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s (CSRD) Electoral Areas B, D an...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 12, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is once again offering registered non-profit organizations, located in the Electoral Areas of the CSRD, the opportunity to obtain some financial assistance in coping with the economic fallout of the COVID-19 p...
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CSRD News
Posted on: April 12, 2022
A community meeting has been planned for Thursday, March 31 to keep residents informed of the soon-to-be-implemented Early Warning System to reduce the risk to residents from post-wildfire landslides in the Wiseman Creek area.
The meeting will be...
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CSRD News
Posted on: March 16, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) will not be conducting mosquito control in the Scotch Creek area for the 2022 season.
The newly elected Chief and Council of the Little Shuswap Lake Band (LSLB) recently decided to withdraw the mosqui...
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CSRD News
Posted on: March 15, 2022
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s (CSRD) new Subdivision Servicing Bylaw came into effect March 1, 2022, following the adoption of the bylaw by the Board of Directors.
Subdivision Servicing Bylaw No. 680 will provide greater clarity and in...
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CSRD News
Posted on: January 13, 2022
Thursday, January 13, 2022
With winter storms or weather changes, often concerns with winter driving conditions start to crop up and the CSRD office begins to receive calls asking for service. This is a reminder to citizens that the CSRD does not have juri...
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