The following local governments of the Cariboo-Chilcotin are meeting next week, as follows:
Quesnel:
1) Financial Sustainability/Audit Committee - Regular Meeting on Monday, June 3rd at 3pm in the Fraser Room (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St). On the Agenda:
* Quesnel's 100th Celebration (establish reserve fund for event)
* Tax Framework - Discussion
* Landfill DLC Rate - Discussion
View the full Agenda here
2) Municipal Council - Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 4th at 6pm in Quesnel Council Chambers (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St). On the Agenda:
* Delegation: Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association - Amy Thacker, CEO -- Tourism Update; Destination Development (Request for Letter of Support) and Gold Rush Trail Update
* Committee/Council Reports
* BC Transit/City of Quesnel Annual Operating Agreement
* BC Transit Partnership Agreements - District of Wells and Nazko First Nations
* 2019 Façade Improvement Grant Program Update
* Alex Fraser Park Society Management Agreement
* West Fraser Centre Use Agreement - Quesnel Kangaroos
* Waterfront Development Project Update
View the full Agenda here
3) Executive Committee - Regular Meeting on Wednesday, June 5th at 9am in the Fraser Room (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant Street). On the Agenda:
* Interconnector Communication Status
* Airport Update
* Forestry Initiatives Update
* Updated Vision Statement - Mayor Simpson
* May 30, 2019 - United Way Mental Health Clinical Supports Update Email
View the full Agenda here
Williams Lake - Committee of the Whole Session on Tuesday, June 6th at 6pm in the Rick Hansen Boardroom (Basement - 450 Mart St). On the Agenda:
* Delegations -- Anne Burrill, Project Lead - Thrive Community Poverty Reduction Project re: Update to Council and Williams Lake Trail Riders Request for Water Bill Reimbursement Due to Leak
* Council Indemnity
* RCMP Budget Report
* Travel Expense & Council Compensation Policy
* Williams Lake Transit - HandiDART Expansion
* Approval for Street Sweeper Purchase
View the full Agenda here
Cariboo Regional District - 1st 2019 Board on the Road event in Quesnel at Shiraoi House (690 Gray Ave, Quesnel)
Committee of the Whole Session at 1pm -- on the Agenda:
* Use of eScribe for In-Camera Meetings
* Banning of Fireworks in Rural Areas....
View the full Agenda here
Community BBQ at LeBourdais Park from 5:30pm - 7:30pm
CCRHD Board - Regular Meeting at 9:30am. On the Agenda:
* GR Baker Memorial Hospital – Emergency Room and Intensive Care Unit Addition (Capital Expenditure Bylaw) -- 3 Readings/Adoption
* Northern Health Funding Request - GR Baker X-Ray Equipment
* Review of Current Arrangements for Medical Recruitment and Retention
View the full Agenda here
Cariboo RD Board - Regular Meeting at 9:45am or upon adjournment of the CCRHD Board. On the Agenda:
* 2 Delegations -- Barkerville Gold Mines Ltd. and North Cariboo Agricultural Development Advisory Committee
* Various Planning Items
* Various Committee/Commission Items
* Budget Surplus Allocation to Likely Community Hall from Area F Community Halls Service
* Request for Permissive Tax Exemption for Forest Grove Legion
View the full Agenda here
Friday, May 31, 2019
Banning plastic bags - no easy solutions
Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District:
Editor's Note -- this article was written for the Green Gazette, a Williams Lake based newspaper focussed on environmental and sustainability issues by the Cariboo RD's Tera Grady - the CRD Solid Waste Supervisor. She can be reached via email here
Editor's Note -- this article was written for the Green Gazette, a Williams Lake based newspaper focussed on environmental and sustainability issues by the Cariboo RD's Tera Grady - the CRD Solid Waste Supervisor. She can be reached via email here
Bans on plastic bags are a hot topic in B.C. lately.
Several municipalities across the province are working on bylaws to ban single-use plastic bags and the City of Victoria has been leading the way. Their ban came into effect mid-2018. It was not an easy task, though. The City was taken to court by the Canadian Plastic Bag Association with the argument that B.C. municipalities do not have authority to regulate the environment. In the end, the BC Supreme Court ruled in favor of the City stating that municipalities have the authority to regulate business transactions such as providing a plastic bag to a customer.
Unlike municipalities, Regional Districts do not have the same authority under the Community Charter to regulate businesses, so Regional Districts do not have any of the same tools to ban plastic bags.
Plastic bags cause a lot of environmental challenges. While plastics in the ocean may be one of the main drivers for plastic bag ban trends, plastic bags cause other problems as well. Plastic bags are not allowed into curbside recycling programs, as they cause endless amounts of operational issues in the recycling sorting facilities. They can only be recycled at depots, which means many end up in the garbage because not everyone chooses or has the ability to take items to a depot.
When plastic bags end up in landfills, that causes problems too. For instance, the landfills in the Cariboo are exposed to wind and accessible to birds, which leads to a lot of scatter (wind-blown material). Almost all scatter is made of plastic and easily 90 percent of it is plastic bags. The photo below illustrates just how bad it can be. Scatter is cleaned up regularly at the landfills but can travel quickly and can negatively affect fish and wildlife in our region.
When considering plastic bag bans, we also need to think about the cause and effect of the ban. Banning plastic check-out bags would certainly reduce the scatter at landfills and keep many bags out of the environment. However, if paper bags replace plastic check-out bags, there would be an increase in the carbon footprint associate with the paper bags. If reusable bags replace the plastic check-out bags but are not used more than 100 times, are not made of recycled/reused materials or are not recyclable, then more waste would be created compared to plastic bags being used. Most bylaws being implemented require businesses to charge for paper or reusable bags to limit their distribution and prevent increased greenhouse house gases or waste generation.
There certainly is a lot to consider. The best thing individuals can do is to limit their use of plastic bags by remembering to bring their own reusable ones and to recycle all the plastic bags they end up with.
Learn more by following us on Facebook. For more information on the Waste Wise Program, call 250-398-7929. You can also find more details on Waste Wise activities and events at ccconserv.org.
Collective Agreement Ratified for IUOE Local 882-B
Courtesy of the City of Williams Lake:
The City of Williams Lake and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 882-B have ratified the terms of a new five-year Collective Agreement covering outside and inside workers. The settlement provides for wage increases totaling 10% over the five years of the contract at 2% each year. These adjustments are generally aligned with inflation projections.
“I’d like to thank the bargaining team for their work. Both the City and the Union worked extremely well together,” stated Williams Lake Mayor Walt Cobb. “Bargaining was successful with a 92% member vote on ratification. The contract is the product of working together to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome, and we look forward to continuing our positive working relationship.”
The collective bargaining process was completed on May 21, 2019, which presented employees ample time to review the proposed agreement before voting. The current agreement is in effect until June 30, 2019, with the new agreement starting July 1, 2019. The City’s bargaining team included Ashley Williston (Director of Human Resources), Gary Muraca (Director of Municipal Serivces), Vitali Kozubenko (Chief Financial Officer), Councillor Scott Nelson, and Councillor Jason Ryll. The Union’s bargaining team included Adrian David (Business Manager of IUOE Local 882), Rob Warnock (Chief Shop Steward), Cindy Walters (Shop Steward), & Scott Novakowski (Shop Steward).
Williams Lake City Councillor Scott Nelson stated,“the bargaining teams worked hard together to negotiate an affordable settlement that protects citizens’ interests and provides fair, equitable and competitive compensation to employees. I know I can speak for the rest of Council when I say that we deeply appreciate our relationship with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 882-B and the strong dedication of City of Williams Lake employees.”
“We value and appreciate the work of all City employees, and are pleased that we have reached a fair agreement. Our relationship with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 882-B is built on mutual respect and trust, it was truly a team effort from both sides of the table, ” added Ashley Williston, Director of Human Resources.
City of Quesnel/New Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines
Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:
The City of Quesnel has received the new Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines that were released by Health Canada on May 10. The guidelines now state Maximum Acceptable Concentrations (MAC) for Manganese in drinking water.
Manganese is an essential element in humans and animals; it occurs naturally in the environment and is widely distributed in air, water and soil. Manganese in appropriate doses is beneficial to human and animal health.
Health Canada has been studying the effects of consuming various levels of manganese from drinking water sources. New information on the effects of higher concentrations of manganese has prompted the new guidelines for manganese in drinking water. Please refer to the Health Canada Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality for more information (link below).
The new MAC for Manganese has been classified as 0.12 mg/L and currently the City of Quesnel water system averages above at approximately 0.22 mg/L in its drinking water.
The City of Quesnel drinking water system has not deteriorated; only the Canadian Guidelines for drinking water have changed.
Health Canada recommends water filtration through reverse osmosis systems to be the most effective way to reduce manganese from drinking water at the tap and improves overall water quality.
The City is currently gathering as much information as possible from the Northern Health Authority who administers the Drinking Water Protection Act and provides surveillance and monitoring of our water system. Updates will be released when more information is available.
The City of Quesnel is reviewing all options to address manganese in the City water system.
There are currently no water advisories for the City of Quesnel.
More information
- Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality: http://bit.ly/2W4apzN
- Provincial Government Drinking Water Quality: http://bit.ly/2vXG4Et
- Northern Health Authority: www.northernhealth.ca/services/environmental-health/drinking-water
- City of Quesnel Water System: www.quesnel.ca/municipal-services/water-sewer/water
Thursday, May 30, 2019
2018 AGM of McLeese Lake Recreation Society
Last night - the McLeese Lake Recreation Society officially held their Annual General Meeting. A previous effort failed as the minimum number of community members did not show (10)
At last night's AGM -- between 12-15 community members showed up. After receiving annual reports of the President of the Society (Steve Relkov) and Treasurer of the Society (Maj Sutherland) -- annual elections were held. The re-elected officers of the Society for the 2019-20 term, by acclamation are:
Steve Relkov - President
Gord MacArthur - Vice-President
Maj Sutherland - Treasurer
Lynne Rodier - Secretary
A number of returning and new Directors-at-Large were elected, all by acclamation for the 2019-20 term. 3 Directors retired. They are thanked for their service to the community of McLeese Lake and their work on the Society
The Society manages the McLeese Lake Community Hall and the associated grounds. They receive $15,000 through the Regional District's McLeese Lake Recreation Service to cover expenses of running the Community Hall and a small amount for capital works.... I also work with the Society to pursue grants to make improvements to the Hall. In 2018 -- capital works included upgrades to the Kitchen & continual energy efficiency improvements (ie: lighting/furnace, etc)
Thank you to all members of the Society Executive (Officers and Directors) for their wonderful work in maintaining the wonderful facility the McLeese Lake Community Hall is....
~SF
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
City of WL welcomes new Manager of Planning/Development
Courtesy of the City of Williams Lake:
The City of Williams Lake is pleased to announce the promotion of Hasib Nadvi to the position of Manager of Planning & Development. Hasib will be responsible for planning and development applications brought before the City, acting as the Approving Officer. This role works closely with the Building Services, Municipal Services and Economic Development departments on various long-term planning, capital construction, and community development projects.
Furthermore, Hasib will serve as a technical liaison with outside consulting, engineering and development companies, with the responsibility to ensure that projects are in conformance with approved plans, engineering designs, and municipal bylaws. This position is part of the City’s ongoing strategic succession plan within Development Services. Hasib joined the City of Williams Lake three years ago as a Planner 2 after finishing his Bachelor of Science from McMaster University, Bachelor of Planning from the University of Northern British Columbia and acquiring his Urban Design Certification from Simon Fraser University.
“The City is an excellent organization and I truly enjoy working with my fellow colleagues. I hope to continue to work diligently with our residents, development and business community to work towards achieving the shared community vision for Williams Lake. I am thrilled to carry on working in my new role for a community that is so warm and welcoming,” said Hasib.
Milo Macdonald, Chief Administrative Officer, stated “Hasib joined the City three years ago and has been a big contributor to our organization. He has been very busy with all the development going on in town but somehow found time to work towards his Master’s Degree in Planning, which he will complete next year. I always enjoy working with Hasib because of the sensible, friendly approach he takes to ensure that people who are developing or building in our community get an explanation of the process to achieve their goals. Hasib has been an important part of all the positive growth that we have seen in the community over the last three years and we are fortunate to have him.”
The position’s effective start date is Wednesday, May 29th, 2019
The City of Williams Lake is pleased to announce the promotion of Hasib Nadvi to the position of Manager of Planning & Development. Hasib will be responsible for planning and development applications brought before the City, acting as the Approving Officer. This role works closely with the Building Services, Municipal Services and Economic Development departments on various long-term planning, capital construction, and community development projects.
Furthermore, Hasib will serve as a technical liaison with outside consulting, engineering and development companies, with the responsibility to ensure that projects are in conformance with approved plans, engineering designs, and municipal bylaws. This position is part of the City’s ongoing strategic succession plan within Development Services. Hasib joined the City of Williams Lake three years ago as a Planner 2 after finishing his Bachelor of Science from McMaster University, Bachelor of Planning from the University of Northern British Columbia and acquiring his Urban Design Certification from Simon Fraser University.
“The City is an excellent organization and I truly enjoy working with my fellow colleagues. I hope to continue to work diligently with our residents, development and business community to work towards achieving the shared community vision for Williams Lake. I am thrilled to carry on working in my new role for a community that is so warm and welcoming,” said Hasib.
Milo Macdonald, Chief Administrative Officer, stated “Hasib joined the City three years ago and has been a big contributor to our organization. He has been very busy with all the development going on in town but somehow found time to work towards his Master’s Degree in Planning, which he will complete next year. I always enjoy working with Hasib because of the sensible, friendly approach he takes to ensure that people who are developing or building in our community get an explanation of the process to achieve their goals. Hasib has been an important part of all the positive growth that we have seen in the community over the last three years and we are fortunate to have him.”
The position’s effective start date is Wednesday, May 29th, 2019
Quesnel Council Highlights - May 28th mtg
Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:
Carbon Review Coordinator
The City has received $125,000 in funding, over two years, from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to hire a staff person to assist the City with moving forward Greenhouse Gas Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation policies. This funding recognizes that smaller communities struggle with obtaining the resources to adequately evaluate and move policies and projects forward that will assist communities in mitigating greenhouse gases, and adaptation planning for impacts of climate change. The City’s new Carbon Review Coordinator will be responsible, over two years, for:
- Developing a greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction plan;
- Implement operational and institutional changes that will ensure long-term GHG emission reductions;
- Move projects from the planning stage to the implementation stage.
Climate Action Revenue Incentive Public Report for 2018
Council reviewed the draft Climate Action Revenue Incentive Report for 2018. This report summarizes the community and corporate actions that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Council made no changes to this draft report. The finalized report will be available on the City’s website on June 30, 2019.
Council Chambers - Projectors Update
Council approved $25,000 to replace the aging projectors in Council Chambers in the 2019 Capital Plan. However, responses to the Request for Proposals for this project came in at an average of $57,000. Council has decided to defer this project, and carryover the allotted $25,000 to the 2020 Capital budget to consider additional capital funds required to complete this project.
North-South Interconnector
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure provided Council with a letter outlining questions and answers to provide the most up to date information around the work the Ministry has completed to date, as well as, to provide an update as to what to expect this year moving forward in the design phase of this proposed project. For full details of this proposed project, please visit the Ministry’s website.
Bylaw
1870 – Minimum Rental Property Standards (Maintenance Bylaw) – Second and Third Readings
Next Meeting
6 pm – June 4, 2019 – Regular Council Meeting – City Hall/Council Chambers
Maximizing our natural advantage
Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:
Editor's Note -- Weekly Quesnel City Council column written by Quesnel Mayor Bob Simpson. He can be reached via email here
Editor's Note -- Weekly Quesnel City Council column written by Quesnel Mayor Bob Simpson. He can be reached via email here
A foundational principle of our economic transition strategy is the desire to take greater advantage of our community’s natural assets in order to make Quesnel an even more attractive place for people to come to as visitors, residents, and investors. This principle is clearly reflected in our City’s new brand and our new tagline, “It’s in our nature.”
The current major investments we’re making in the trail systems surrounding the City reflects this desire to take advantage of our natural assets. However, without question, Quesnel’s location at the confluence of the Quesnel and Fraser Rivers and Baker Creek is one of our strongest natural advantages; one we’ve only nominally been able to maximize the attractiveness and utilization of due primarily to the fact that Highway 97 runs through the centre of our community impacting the aesthetics of large portions of the Quesnel and Fraser Rivers.
While the Riverfront trail system is heavily used, and much appreciated, there is so much more we can do with our riverfront properties. To that end, we’ve been engaged in a comprehensive community consultation process to get residents’ feedback on what kinds of attractions and amenities they would like to see along our riverfronts. The results of the initial consultation (which took place at key locations along the riverfronts last fall) have been condensed into an initial draft options report that will frame our continued engagement and dialogue with the community.
Next week Wednesday, June 5, the project consulting team will be hosting the second round of consultation events based on their draft report at key locations connected to our riverfronts:
- 8 am - 9:30 am | bottom of Bowron Ave
- 10 am - 11:30am | West Fraser Timber Park
- 12 pm - 1:30 pm | Riverfront Trail Shelter (North of walking bridge)
- 2:30 pm - 4 pm | Baker Creek Park
- 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Ceal Tingley Park
The desired outcome of this consultation process is the development of a comprehensive and detailed strategy that will provide us with multiple projects we can then seek grant funding for. Two major grant programs are currently open for application that are a good fit for the kinds of projects we hope will come out of this riverfront planning process.
This riverfront development planning project is in addition to the already approved Lhtako Dene Cultural Centre proposed for the current Ceal Tingley Park location. We are still awaiting word from the Union of BC Municipalities on the status of the grant that the Lhtako Dene have applied for that would see this project fully funded by the Federal and Provincial governments.
Another additional project along the Fraser River that we’re working on is the development of a more appropriate commemorative site at the location of the Tŝilhqot’in Chiefs burial site near the hospital helipad. We’ll be working with Northern Health, the Tŝilhqot’in National Government, and the Lhtako Dene Nation to develop a plan for this site post the addition to GR Baker Memorial Hospital.
While many of the projects being proposed for our riverfronts would be able to proceed while Highway 97 remains on Front Street and Carson Avenue, some would not be developed until the proposed North-South Interconnector is built. However, every riverfront project, and the entire City, will be greatly enhanced by having no highway traffic running through our downtown core.
Please join us at next week’s consultation sessions so you can have your say in the development of our community’s key natural asset. And, stay tuned as the Ministry of Transportation begins work on the design phase of the North-South Interconnector project, because later this year you’ll be invited to participate in that process too.
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
WL Council Highlights - May 28th mtg
Present: Mayor W. Cobb; Councillors S. Boehm, I. Bonnell, M. Brenner, S. Nelson, J. Ryll and C. Smith
Meeting agenda adopted with 6 Late Items
Minutes of the May 14th, 2019 WL City Council meeting were received/adopted
Delegation:
1) Barb Scharf/Jane Bowser from the WL Farmers' Market appeared before Council to discuss their request for approval to Host Liquor Vendors at the weekly WL Farmers Market
A Question/Answer period ensued
Mayor Cobb, on behalf of Council, thanked the delegation for their time/information
Resolved - Council approved the request of the WL Direct Farmers' Market Association to permit licensed liquor vendors to participate in their Kiwanis Park markets, subject to the vendors meeting all requirements of and obtaining Market Authorization from the Liquor & Cannabis Regulation Branch, and the RCMP be so advised.
Business:
1) Council received for information the accounts payable computer cheque and EFT listings dated May 9 and 16, 2019
2) Council received and approved the 2018 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) report for submission to the Province; and further, that the appropriate signatories be authorized to sign the report on behalf of the City
3) After receiving no public input - Council approved the following permits:
a) DP #01-2019 - Fox Mountain Brewing Company Ltd. - Brewery - 215 Donald Road
b) DP #02-2019 - Windsor Plywood - Front Façade Redevelopment - 910 Mackenzie Avenue South
4) Council ratified two email polls covering the following:
a) That pursuant to the report of the Executive Assistant dated May 21, 2019, the letter from Pinnacle Renewable Energy dated May 13, 2019 regarding their amendment application for Permit 17557 issues June 16, 2019 authorizing the discharge of air emissions from a pellet manufacturing facility be received and the poll of Council conducted on May 16 and 17, 2019 authorizing the Mayor to provide a letter indicating that to the best of Council’s knowledge the concerns outlined in their letter represent the majority of the concerns expressed by the community
b) That pursuant to the report of the Legislative Services Coordinator dated May 22, 2019, the report of the Engineering Technologist dated May 16, 2019 regarding proposed additions to the Highway 97 / Toop Road Project be received and the poll of Council conducted on May 21, 2019 authorizing the following additions to the Highway 97 redesign contract, with associated amendments to the agreement with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure:
- Broadway Avenue North Repaving at the quoted price of $397,215.92 to be allocated from the 2019 pavement management budget;
- Irrigation System Controller at the quoted price of $13,909.50 to be allocated from the water service reserves; and
- Boulevard Irrigation Carson Drive to Toop Road at the quoted price of $9,000, plus field reviews, to be allocated from the water service reserves;
subject to the terms outlined in the report
5) Council approved the 2019/20 Annual Operating Agreement with BC Transit, and the Mayor and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City.
6) Council accepted the application for a Development Variance Permit from Purdy Cabinets and Design Ltd. requesting to vary Section 314.3 Minimum Building Setbacks for Accessory Structures of City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002 to reduce the minimum front lot line setback from 7.6m to 3.5m for the proposed canopy structure on Lot 1, District Lot 71, Cariboo District, Plan 28479, located at 315 Mackenzie Avenue South. This matter will come back to Council at a future meeting for formal consideration
7) Council accepted the application from SCR Properties Ltd. requesting to amend City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002, Section 320.1 Permitted Land Uses of the General Industrial (M-2) zone to allow Service Commercial (i.e. truck dealership) on Lot A, District Lot 6483, Cariboo District, Plan PGP44695, Except Plan BCP32376 and Plan BCP49517, located at 4775 Cattle Drive, first and second readings were given to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2309 and a Public Hearing be scheduled for June 25, 2019 at 7:00 PM
8) Council accepted the application from Paul and Susan Zacharias requesting to amend City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002, Section 302.1 Permitted Land Uses of the Single Family Residential (R-1) zone to allow for a second principal dwelling on Block J, District Lot 8817, Cariboo District, Plan 4189, Except Parcel A(N7666) and Plans 27389 and H368, located at 1603 Wood Road, and first and second readings were given to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2310 and a Public Hearing be scheduled for June 25, 2019 at 7:00 PM
9) Council endorsed several Committee of the Whole recommendations as follows:
a) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #21-2019, the project proposal from the Stampede Street Party 2019 organizing committee be received and Council authorize a contribution of up to $10,000 toward the 2019 Stampede Street Party event, with funds to be allocated from surplus until such time as the funds from the dissolution of the Economic Development Commission are made available; and further, the City offer to manage the funds for the 2019 Stampede Street Party only on behalf of the Committee, and the DWLBIA be requested to make a financial contribution to the event.
b) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #22-2019, the report of the Director of Development Services dated May 16, 2019, together with the letter from Cathie Froese dated April 25, 2019 concerning sidewalks in the 500 to 700 blocks of Fourth Avenue North, be received and this item be referred to 2020 budget discussions for consideration of inclusion in the 2020 capital works plan
c) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #23-2019 and the report of the Director of Protective Services dated May 17, 2019, Council authorize early budget approval for the tendering of a Ladder Truck to replace Unit 017 in 2020 at a cost of 1.2 Million dollars.
Amendment:
That the above noted Resolution be referred to the 2020 Budget Discussions
Discussion ensued thereon. Referral defeated by the following vote:
Affirmative - Mayor Cobb and Councillors Bonnell/Brenner (3)
Negative - Councillors Boehm, Nelson, Ryll and Smith (4)
Question being called on the original recommendation - it was agreed to by the following vote:
Affirmative - Councillors Boehm, Nelson, Ryll and Smith (4)
Negative - Mayor Cobb and Councillors Bonnell/Brenner (3)
d) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #24-2019 and the report of the Manager of Community Safety dated April 29, 2019, Council support in principle the implementation of a 'Well-Being and Community Safety Strategic Plan' for Williams Lake and surrounding communities.
e) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #25-2019 and the report of the Manager of Community Safety dated April 17, 2019, Council support in principle the implementation of a 'Williams Lake and Area Situation Table'.
10) Council approved the request of the Williams Lake Boys & Girls Club for Use of City Hall Parking Lot for 'Race for Kids' Event on June 1st, 2019
11) Council received/endorsed the Minutes of the Central Cariboo Joint Committee held on April 24th, 2019
12) Council agreed to support the appointment of Councillor Craig Smith to the Trust's Board of Directors for a three year term, commencing July 1, 2019
13) Council proclaimed the month of June 2019 as "Williams Lake Stampede 2019" in the City of Williams Lake
14) Council considered the six Late Items as follows:
a) Council awarded the RC Cotton Lakeside Path contract to MH King Excavating for a total construction tender amount of $56,077.50, excluding GST, for a total project value of $70,577.50 with contingency and engineering.
b) Council accepted the application for a Development Variance Permit from Paul and Susan Zacharias requesting to vary Section 302.2 being “Maximum Height” for Accessory Structures of City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002 to increase the maximum height from 4m to 10m for the proposed accessory structure only on Block H, District Lot 8817, Cariboo District, Plan 4189, Except Plans 6249, 27389 and PGP44357, located at 1601 Wood Road. The matter will return to Council on a future date for formal consideration
c) Council approved the purchase of a 2019 Ford Escape from Lake City Ford for the quoted purchase price of $32,835.00, excluding applicable taxes
d) Council authorized a temporary street closure on Saturday, June 29th from 8am - 10pm for the 2019 Stampede Street Party
e) Council authorized entering into a lease renewal agreement with Suncor Energy Inc. (Suncor) for the property and building located at 327 Oliver Street for a 5-year term, the First Renewal Term, effective April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2024, with an option to renew for a further 5-year term at the expiration of the First Renewal Term
f) Council approved travel and council compensation for Councillor Ryll to attend the community open house and ceremony onboard BC Ferries' Northern Sea Wolf in Bella Coola, BC on Sunday, June 2
15) Council received the 'Council Information Package' as of May 28th, 2019
Members of Council and the CAO reported on their recent activities
Media Question Period -- Appointment of Craig Smith to the Barkerville Heritage Trust
Meeting agenda adopted with 6 Late Items
Minutes of the May 14th, 2019 WL City Council meeting were received/adopted
Delegation:
1) Barb Scharf/Jane Bowser from the WL Farmers' Market appeared before Council to discuss their request for approval to Host Liquor Vendors at the weekly WL Farmers Market
A Question/Answer period ensued
Mayor Cobb, on behalf of Council, thanked the delegation for their time/information
Resolved - Council approved the request of the WL Direct Farmers' Market Association to permit licensed liquor vendors to participate in their Kiwanis Park markets, subject to the vendors meeting all requirements of and obtaining Market Authorization from the Liquor & Cannabis Regulation Branch, and the RCMP be so advised.
Business:
1) Council received for information the accounts payable computer cheque and EFT listings dated May 9 and 16, 2019
2) Council received and approved the 2018 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) report for submission to the Province; and further, that the appropriate signatories be authorized to sign the report on behalf of the City
3) After receiving no public input - Council approved the following permits:
a) DP #01-2019 - Fox Mountain Brewing Company Ltd. - Brewery - 215 Donald Road
b) DP #02-2019 - Windsor Plywood - Front Façade Redevelopment - 910 Mackenzie Avenue South
4) Council ratified two email polls covering the following:
a) That pursuant to the report of the Executive Assistant dated May 21, 2019, the letter from Pinnacle Renewable Energy dated May 13, 2019 regarding their amendment application for Permit 17557 issues June 16, 2019 authorizing the discharge of air emissions from a pellet manufacturing facility be received and the poll of Council conducted on May 16 and 17, 2019 authorizing the Mayor to provide a letter indicating that to the best of Council’s knowledge the concerns outlined in their letter represent the majority of the concerns expressed by the community
b) That pursuant to the report of the Legislative Services Coordinator dated May 22, 2019, the report of the Engineering Technologist dated May 16, 2019 regarding proposed additions to the Highway 97 / Toop Road Project be received and the poll of Council conducted on May 21, 2019 authorizing the following additions to the Highway 97 redesign contract, with associated amendments to the agreement with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure:
- Broadway Avenue North Repaving at the quoted price of $397,215.92 to be allocated from the 2019 pavement management budget;
- Irrigation System Controller at the quoted price of $13,909.50 to be allocated from the water service reserves; and
- Boulevard Irrigation Carson Drive to Toop Road at the quoted price of $9,000, plus field reviews, to be allocated from the water service reserves;
subject to the terms outlined in the report
5) Council approved the 2019/20 Annual Operating Agreement with BC Transit, and the Mayor and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the Agreement on behalf of the City.
6) Council accepted the application for a Development Variance Permit from Purdy Cabinets and Design Ltd. requesting to vary Section 314.3 Minimum Building Setbacks for Accessory Structures of City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002 to reduce the minimum front lot line setback from 7.6m to 3.5m for the proposed canopy structure on Lot 1, District Lot 71, Cariboo District, Plan 28479, located at 315 Mackenzie Avenue South. This matter will come back to Council at a future meeting for formal consideration
7) Council accepted the application from SCR Properties Ltd. requesting to amend City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002, Section 320.1 Permitted Land Uses of the General Industrial (M-2) zone to allow Service Commercial (i.e. truck dealership) on Lot A, District Lot 6483, Cariboo District, Plan PGP44695, Except Plan BCP32376 and Plan BCP49517, located at 4775 Cattle Drive, first and second readings were given to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2309 and a Public Hearing be scheduled for June 25, 2019 at 7:00 PM
8) Council accepted the application from Paul and Susan Zacharias requesting to amend City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002, Section 302.1 Permitted Land Uses of the Single Family Residential (R-1) zone to allow for a second principal dwelling on Block J, District Lot 8817, Cariboo District, Plan 4189, Except Parcel A(N7666) and Plans 27389 and H368, located at 1603 Wood Road, and first and second readings were given to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2310 and a Public Hearing be scheduled for June 25, 2019 at 7:00 PM
9) Council endorsed several Committee of the Whole recommendations as follows:
a) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #21-2019, the project proposal from the Stampede Street Party 2019 organizing committee be received and Council authorize a contribution of up to $10,000 toward the 2019 Stampede Street Party event, with funds to be allocated from surplus until such time as the funds from the dissolution of the Economic Development Commission are made available; and further, the City offer to manage the funds for the 2019 Stampede Street Party only on behalf of the Committee, and the DWLBIA be requested to make a financial contribution to the event.
b) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #22-2019, the report of the Director of Development Services dated May 16, 2019, together with the letter from Cathie Froese dated April 25, 2019 concerning sidewalks in the 500 to 700 blocks of Fourth Avenue North, be received and this item be referred to 2020 budget discussions for consideration of inclusion in the 2020 capital works plan
c) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #23-2019 and the report of the Director of Protective Services dated May 17, 2019, Council authorize early budget approval for the tendering of a Ladder Truck to replace Unit 017 in 2020 at a cost of 1.2 Million dollars.
Amendment:
That the above noted Resolution be referred to the 2020 Budget Discussions
Discussion ensued thereon. Referral defeated by the following vote:
Affirmative - Mayor Cobb and Councillors Bonnell/Brenner (3)
Negative - Councillors Boehm, Nelson, Ryll and Smith (4)
Question being called on the original recommendation - it was agreed to by the following vote:
Affirmative - Councillors Boehm, Nelson, Ryll and Smith (4)
Negative - Mayor Cobb and Councillors Bonnell/Brenner (3)
d) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #24-2019 and the report of the Manager of Community Safety dated April 29, 2019, Council support in principle the implementation of a 'Well-Being and Community Safety Strategic Plan' for Williams Lake and surrounding communities.
e) That pursuant to Committee of Whole Council Report #25-2019 and the report of the Manager of Community Safety dated April 17, 2019, Council support in principle the implementation of a 'Williams Lake and Area Situation Table'.
10) Council approved the request of the Williams Lake Boys & Girls Club for Use of City Hall Parking Lot for 'Race for Kids' Event on June 1st, 2019
11) Council received/endorsed the Minutes of the Central Cariboo Joint Committee held on April 24th, 2019
12) Council agreed to support the appointment of Councillor Craig Smith to the Trust's Board of Directors for a three year term, commencing July 1, 2019
13) Council proclaimed the month of June 2019 as "Williams Lake Stampede 2019" in the City of Williams Lake
14) Council considered the six Late Items as follows:
a) Council awarded the RC Cotton Lakeside Path contract to MH King Excavating for a total construction tender amount of $56,077.50, excluding GST, for a total project value of $70,577.50 with contingency and engineering.
b) Council accepted the application for a Development Variance Permit from Paul and Susan Zacharias requesting to vary Section 302.2 being “Maximum Height” for Accessory Structures of City of Williams Lake Zoning Bylaw No. 1825, 2002 to increase the maximum height from 4m to 10m for the proposed accessory structure only on Block H, District Lot 8817, Cariboo District, Plan 4189, Except Plans 6249, 27389 and PGP44357, located at 1601 Wood Road. The matter will return to Council on a future date for formal consideration
c) Council approved the purchase of a 2019 Ford Escape from Lake City Ford for the quoted purchase price of $32,835.00, excluding applicable taxes
d) Council authorized a temporary street closure on Saturday, June 29th from 8am - 10pm for the 2019 Stampede Street Party
e) Council authorized entering into a lease renewal agreement with Suncor Energy Inc. (Suncor) for the property and building located at 327 Oliver Street for a 5-year term, the First Renewal Term, effective April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2024, with an option to renew for a further 5-year term at the expiration of the First Renewal Term
f) Council approved travel and council compensation for Councillor Ryll to attend the community open house and ceremony onboard BC Ferries' Northern Sea Wolf in Bella Coola, BC on Sunday, June 2
15) Council received the 'Council Information Package' as of May 28th, 2019
Members of Council and the CAO reported on their recent activities
Media Question Period -- Appointment of Craig Smith to the Barkerville Heritage Trust
Monday, May 27, 2019
Full suspension of maternity services at CMH for four days
Courtesy of Interior Health:
Interior
Health (IH) is advising all expectant mothers that Cariboo Memorial Hospital
(CMH) in-patient maternity services will be temporarily suspended for four days
starting May 30.
For the safety of mothers and their babies, Interior Health is asking a small number of mothers with deliveries anticipated between May 30 to June 3 to relocate to Kamloops and plan for their deliveries at Royal Inland Hospital.
Low-risk delivery services will resume again on June 3 at 7:30 p.m.
The disruption in service is due to a lack of trained maternity nurses during that four-day period. IH regrets the impact this interruption to services will have on expectant mothers and families and continues to work to restore full maternity services in Williams Lake as quickly as possible.
Interior Health is confident full maternity services will resume at CMH in July.
We would like to thank the community, as well as staff and physicians for their flexibility and dedication during this challenging time, and to our maternity nurses for their support of CMH patients in the months ahead.
In addition to the recent hiring of two new maternity nurses for CMH in April, one new maternity nurse will start in June and five CMH nurses are currently being trained in full-scope maternity care and are expected to be ready to support Cariboo area patients in July. In addition, maternity nurses from other areas of Interior Health and outside Interior Health are coming to Williams Lake to support local nurses
For the safety of mothers and their babies, Interior Health is asking a small number of mothers with deliveries anticipated between May 30 to June 3 to relocate to Kamloops and plan for their deliveries at Royal Inland Hospital.
Low-risk delivery services will resume again on June 3 at 7:30 p.m.
The disruption in service is due to a lack of trained maternity nurses during that four-day period. IH regrets the impact this interruption to services will have on expectant mothers and families and continues to work to restore full maternity services in Williams Lake as quickly as possible.
Maternity
services were temporarily suspended at CMH at the end of February due to an
unexpected critical shortage of maternity nurses. Low-risk deliveries resumed
on April 30 with a clarification that staffing challenges could still result in
temporary interruptions until full staffing is in place.
Contingency
plans to support expectant mothers remain in place to accommodate temporary
services disruptions.
Interior Health is confident full maternity services will resume at CMH in July.
We would like to thank the community, as well as staff and physicians for their flexibility and dedication during this challenging time, and to our maternity nurses for their support of CMH patients in the months ahead.
Maternity nurse staffing update:
In addition to the recent hiring of two new maternity nurses for CMH in April, one new maternity nurse will start in June and five CMH nurses are currently being trained in full-scope maternity care and are expected to be ready to support Cariboo area patients in July. In addition, maternity nurses from other areas of Interior Health and outside Interior Health are coming to Williams Lake to support local nurses
2019 BC Tourism Week (May 26-June 2nd)
Courtesy of the Government of BC:
Message from the Hon. Lisa Beare -- BC's Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture:
Message from the Hon. Lisa Beare -- BC's Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture:
"Tourism Week is recognized across the country from May 26 to June 2, 2019, as a celebration of the incredible adventures and experiences to be had in our province, as well as the people who make the tourism industry thrive.
“British Columbia is a top vacation destination, welcoming 6.1 million visitors from across the globe last year. Our tourism industry truly offers something special for everyone. Indigenous culture, outdoor recreation, music festivals, world class restaurants and local specialities are only a few of the experiences available in regions throughout our province.
“People are at the heart of B.C. tourism. This industry is filled with people who are passionate about sharing beautiful B.C. with visitors and helping them create memories that last a lifetime. Tourism is the third largest employer in B.C., providing jobs to 137,000 people. Working in the tourism industry is an opportunity for people to follow their dreams while making a good living in the place they call home.
“A strong and sustainable tourism industry also contributes to the high quality of life we enjoy in B.C. The industry helps highlight community and Indigenous arts and culture through festivals and special events. It creates opportunities for outdoor recreation and active living through trails and other infrastructure. It attracts major sports competitions, like the Rugby 7s, and adds to the beauty of our communities by supporting parks, gardens and public art.
“Tourism is an economic engine, contributing $18.4 billion in revenue in 2017. Our government is working to sustainably grow this sector even further by investing more than $145 million to support communities in creating tourism opportunities in every region of the province.
“The new Strategic Framework for Tourism in B.C. sets out our vision for a prosperous and sustainable tourism sector over the next three years. This will be our roadmap as we work toward the ambitious target of 6% revenue growth by addressing capacity challenges and exploring new opportunities within communities. Our plan for tourism respects nature and the environment while increasing support and celebration of our Indigenous cultures.
“On behalf of the Government of British Columbia and the people of B.C., I thank everyone in the tourism industry for your work in growing this sector and sharing its benefits with all of us. This Tourism Week, I encourage everyone to get out and explore everything that beautiful B.C. has to offer.”
Friday, May 24, 2019
Local Gov't Mtgs - Week of May 27th - 31st
A number of the local governments in the Cariboo-Chilcotin are meeting next week, as follows:
Quesnel - Meetings as follows:
a) Policy/Bylaw Committee - Regular meeting on Tuesday, May 28th at 9am in the Fraser Room (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St). On the Agenda:
* Vagrancy / Panhandling - Draft Bylaw/Policy Updates
* Draft Enforcement Policy for Minimum Rental Standards Bylaw 1870 Updates
* Housing Initiatives
* Smoking Bylaw Update
* Continued Review of Council Policies
View the full Agenda here
b) Municipal Council - Regular meeting on Tuesday, May 28th at 6pm in Quesnel Council Chambers (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St). On the Agenda:
* Committee Reports
* Federation of Canadian Municipalities Climate Change “Mitigation” Staff Grant
* Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program - Draft Public Report for 2018
* Council Chambers Projectors Update
* Housing Needs Assessment, Gap Analysis and Action Plan
View the full Agenda here
SD27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) - Regular Board of Education meeting to be held in 100 Mile House (location unknown) at 6:30pm. On the Agenda:
* Procedural Bylaw B2702
* Procedural Bylaw B2706 - Appeals
* Reports of the Superintendent and Secretary-Treasurer
* 3 Readings of the 2019-20 Budget Bylaw
* Committee Reports
View the full Agenda here
Williams Lake - Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 28th at 6pm in WL Council Chambers (450 Mart St). On the Agenda:
* Delegation -- Barb Scharf, Carla Krogan and Shawn McGrath - Cariboo Direct Farmers' Market Association - Approval to Host Liquor Vendors at Farmers Market
* Development Permit Application - DP #01-2019 - Fox Mountain Brewing Company Ltd. - Brewery - 215 Donald Road - Approval
* Development Permit Application - DP #02-2019 - Windsor Plywood - Front Façade Redevelopment - 910 Mackenzie Avenue South - Approval
* Poll of Council - Pinnacle Pellet Permit Amendment Application (Letter of Concerns)
* Zoning Amendment Application - Bylaw No. 2309 - SCR Properties Ltd. - Adds Service Commercial Use - 4775 Cattle Drive
* Zoning Amendment Application - Bylaw No. 2310 - Zacharias - Allows for Second Principal Dwelling - 1603 Wood Road (Sue/Paul Zacharias)
Full Agenda can be viewed here
Quesnel - Meetings as follows:
a) Policy/Bylaw Committee - Regular meeting on Tuesday, May 28th at 9am in the Fraser Room (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St). On the Agenda:
* Vagrancy / Panhandling - Draft Bylaw/Policy Updates
* Draft Enforcement Policy for Minimum Rental Standards Bylaw 1870 Updates
* Housing Initiatives
* Smoking Bylaw Update
* Continued Review of Council Policies
View the full Agenda here
b) Municipal Council - Regular meeting on Tuesday, May 28th at 6pm in Quesnel Council Chambers (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St). On the Agenda:
* Committee Reports
* Federation of Canadian Municipalities Climate Change “Mitigation” Staff Grant
* Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program - Draft Public Report for 2018
* Council Chambers Projectors Update
* Housing Needs Assessment, Gap Analysis and Action Plan
View the full Agenda here
SD27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) - Regular Board of Education meeting to be held in 100 Mile House (location unknown) at 6:30pm. On the Agenda:
* Procedural Bylaw B2702
* Procedural Bylaw B2706 - Appeals
* Reports of the Superintendent and Secretary-Treasurer
* 3 Readings of the 2019-20 Budget Bylaw
* Committee Reports
View the full Agenda here
Williams Lake - Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 28th at 6pm in WL Council Chambers (450 Mart St). On the Agenda:
* Delegation -- Barb Scharf, Carla Krogan and Shawn McGrath - Cariboo Direct Farmers' Market Association - Approval to Host Liquor Vendors at Farmers Market
* Development Permit Application - DP #01-2019 - Fox Mountain Brewing Company Ltd. - Brewery - 215 Donald Road - Approval
* Development Permit Application - DP #02-2019 - Windsor Plywood - Front Façade Redevelopment - 910 Mackenzie Avenue South - Approval
* Poll of Council - Pinnacle Pellet Permit Amendment Application (Letter of Concerns)
* Zoning Amendment Application - Bylaw No. 2309 - SCR Properties Ltd. - Adds Service Commercial Use - 4775 Cattle Drive
* Zoning Amendment Application - Bylaw No. 2310 - Zacharias - Allows for Second Principal Dwelling - 1603 Wood Road (Sue/Paul Zacharias)
Full Agenda can be viewed here
Cariboo RD Board Highlights - May 24th mtg
Present: Chair M. Wagner/Vice-Chair J. Massier and Directors M. Sjostrom, B. Bachmeier, S.Forseth, A. Delainey, M. LeBourdais, A. Richmond, J. Glassford, G. Kirby, C. Mernett, W. Macdonald, G. Fourchalk, M. Campsall, B. Simpson and W. Cobb
Meeting called to order at 10:09am
Meeting Agenda adopted
Minutes of the Cariboo RD Board held May 3rd, 2019 were received/adopted
Memorandum of Business - Delegations as of May 24th, 2019 was received by the Board
Business:
Development Services:
1) The following Planning Bylaws were given 3rd Reading only or 3rd Reading/Adoption
a) South Cariboo Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5180, 2018 (Area H/Collinson) - 3rd Reading only
b) Williams Lake Fringe and 150 Mile House Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5206 and 150 Mile House Area Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 5205,2019 (Area F/Wise Creek Developments) - 3rd Reading/Adoption
2) The following Planning Bylaws were adopted:
a) South Cariboo Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 5176, 2018 and South Cariboo Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5177, 2018 (Area L/Bazan)
3) The Board approved 1 Development Variance Permit and rejected 1 Development Variance Permit, as follows:
a) Approved -- DVP #12-2019 (Area A/Campbell-Minnett)
b) Rejected -- DVP #13-2019 (Area E/Purdy)
Community Services:
1) The Board approved the following Community Works Fund agreements:
a) Big Lake Community Association for drilling of a new well at the Big Lake Community Hall
b) Lone Butte Historical Association to upgrade the 30-year old washroom facility at the Lone Butte Water Tower Park
Finance:
1) The Board received/ratified the monthly cheque register for April 2019 in the amount of $1,712,856.99
2) The Board received a Year Round Intake Grant for Assistance application from Lake of the Trees Bible Camp for the purchase of an AED unit and authorized funding of $1,000 from the Area 'H' Grant for Assistance fund
3) The Board received and approved for submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs the CRD 2018 Statement of Financial Information report
4) The Board received a Year Round Intake Grant for Assistance application from 108 Mile Ranch Community Association for 50th anniversary celebration events and authorized funding of $1,000 from the Area 'G' Grant for Assistance fund. Board divided - Agreed to the following vote:
Affirmative - Chair Wagner; Directors Sjostrom, Bachmeier, Massier, Delainey, LeBourdais, Richmond, Glassford, Kirby, Macdonald, Fourchalk, Simpson, Cobb and Campsall
Negative - Director S. Forseth (Area D)
Administration:
1) The Board rescinded Policy No. 2016-6A-39 North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Arena Replacement Project Oversight and Administration Policy and Procedure
2) The Board endorsed a recommendation from the Policy Committee in regards to Policy Development and Reviewing of CRD Policy
Delegations:
a) Jolene Lammers, Destination Development Coordinator, and Sydney Redpath, CCCTA, appeared before the Board to provide an update on the Municipal & Regional District Tax Program (MRDT), on tourism and the Destination Development Program.
A Question/Answer period ensued
The Chair, on behalf of the Board, thanked the delegation for their time/information
b) Danielle Prevost, Engagement Specialist with the National Energy Board, appeared before the Board to provide an update on NEB's BC regional office and work with the local governments and modernization.
A Question/Answer period ensued
The Chair, on behalf of the Board, thanked the delegation for their time/information
c) Debra Wytrykush, Regional Entomologist and Kristine Wilker, Stewardship Officer, Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resources Operations and Rural Development, appeared before the Board to provide information on the various bark beetles in this region.
A Question/Answer period ensued
The Chair, on behalf of the Board, thanked the delegation for their time/information
Meeting recessed for lunch at 12:20pm
Meeting resumed at 1:00pm
Business, cont:
Administration, cont:
3) The Board received a letter from the BC Geographical Names Office regarding proposals submitted by the Tsilhqot’in National Government to change the names of several geographical features located in the Cariboo region and agreed to forward a letter based on the Board's discussions with a cc to the CCCTA and affected Tsilhqot’in Bands
4) The Board received the Consent Calendar as of May 24th, 2019
5) The Board received responses to Board Correspondence, as follows:
a) email from the Honourable George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, dated May 9, 2019, regarding the CRD's request for needed improvements to the BC Recycling Regulation
b) email from the Honourable George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, dated May 8, 2019, regarding an Airshed Management Plan for the Williams Lake area
c) letter from Todd Hubner, District Manager, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, dated May 15, 2019, regarding the conditions on Dog Creek Road,
Committee or Commission Minutes/Recommendations:
1) The Board received the following minutes from CRD Committees or Commissions:
a) Policy Committee - April 17th meeting
b) Central Cariboo Rural Directors' Caucus - April 24th meeting
c) Central Cariboo Joint Committee - April 24th meeting
d) Special Meeting of Committee of the Whole - May 2nd meeting
e) South Cariboo Joint Committee - May 13th meeting
f) North Cariboo Joint Committee - May 13th meeting
2) The Board endorsed recommendations from the above noted meetings, as follows:
a) Policy Committee -- Amendments to Remuneration for Election Officers/Officials Policy; Amendments to Policy #93-10-24 (Use of Synopsis of Bylaw in Other Votings)
b) Central Cariboo Joint Committee -- Rail Ties Be Wise Information (form group to create new Airshed Plan); City of Williams Lake Report - 2020-2023 Cariboo Memorial Complex Fees and Charges
c) South Cariboo Joint Committee - Martin Exeter Hall (design and cost for the proposed improvements to the stage at the hall); 100 Mile House Wranglers - Permission Requested to Install Sign at Arena
d) North Cariboo Joint Committee - North Cariboo Recreation and Parks - Multipurpose Agricultural Building; Management Agreement with the Alex Fraser Park Society; West Fraser Centre - Handrails and North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendments
Invitations:
1) The Board received the following invitations:
a) BC Assessment - Invitation to Meet at 2019 UBCM Convention
b) Cariboo/Chilcotin/Coast Tourism Association - Invitation to AGM and Tourism Conference
Corporate Bylaws:
1) The following Corporate Bylaw was given 1st, 2nd, 3rd Reading and Adoption:
a) Cariboo Regional District Directors’ Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw No. 5211, 2019
Director's Requests:
1) At the request of Director M. Sjostrom (Area 'A') -- the Board received a deferred request from its' May 3rd meeting in respect of funding support for Access BC (a program of Spinal Cord Injury BC) and agreed to forward a letter to AccessBC requesting that they present to the Board at a future meeting
2) At the request of Director M. Sjostrom (Area 'A') -- the Board received/endorsed her request for rural feasibility funding up to $7,500 to investigate street lighting in the Maple Drive area in Quesnel.
3) The Board received a Municipal Finance Authority update, as provided by Area 'G' Director Al Richmond, in his capacity as MFA Vice-Chair
Meeting recessed at 2:18pm
Meeting resumed at 2:57pm
4) The Board received a update from Area 'F' Director Maureen LeBourdais in respect of Mount Polley
The Board received the Chair's report outlining her activities as at May 22nd, 2019
Closed Board Session:
At 3:10pm-- the Board convened an In-Camera Meeting, as per Section 90(1k - negotiations) of the Community Charter
Resume Open Board Session:
At 3:13pm-- the Board resumed its' Public Meeting
The Board adjourned at 3:13pm
Meeting called to order at 10:09am
Meeting Agenda adopted
Minutes of the Cariboo RD Board held May 3rd, 2019 were received/adopted
Memorandum of Business - Delegations as of May 24th, 2019 was received by the Board
Business:
Development Services:
1) The following Planning Bylaws were given 3rd Reading only or 3rd Reading/Adoption
a) South Cariboo Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5180, 2018 (Area H/Collinson) - 3rd Reading only
b) Williams Lake Fringe and 150 Mile House Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5206 and 150 Mile House Area Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 5205,2019 (Area F/Wise Creek Developments) - 3rd Reading/Adoption
2) The following Planning Bylaws were adopted:
a) South Cariboo Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 5176, 2018 and South Cariboo Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 5177, 2018 (Area L/Bazan)
3) The Board approved 1 Development Variance Permit and rejected 1 Development Variance Permit, as follows:
a) Approved -- DVP #12-2019 (Area A/Campbell-Minnett)
b) Rejected -- DVP #13-2019 (Area E/Purdy)
Community Services:
1) The Board approved the following Community Works Fund agreements:
a) Big Lake Community Association for drilling of a new well at the Big Lake Community Hall
b) Lone Butte Historical Association to upgrade the 30-year old washroom facility at the Lone Butte Water Tower Park
Finance:
1) The Board received/ratified the monthly cheque register for April 2019 in the amount of $1,712,856.99
2) The Board received a Year Round Intake Grant for Assistance application from Lake of the Trees Bible Camp for the purchase of an AED unit and authorized funding of $1,000 from the Area 'H' Grant for Assistance fund
3) The Board received and approved for submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs the CRD 2018 Statement of Financial Information report
4) The Board received a Year Round Intake Grant for Assistance application from 108 Mile Ranch Community Association for 50th anniversary celebration events and authorized funding of $1,000 from the Area 'G' Grant for Assistance fund. Board divided - Agreed to the following vote:
Affirmative - Chair Wagner; Directors Sjostrom, Bachmeier, Massier, Delainey, LeBourdais, Richmond, Glassford, Kirby, Macdonald, Fourchalk, Simpson, Cobb and Campsall
Negative - Director S. Forseth (Area D)
Administration:
1) The Board rescinded Policy No. 2016-6A-39 North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Arena Replacement Project Oversight and Administration Policy and Procedure
2) The Board endorsed a recommendation from the Policy Committee in regards to Policy Development and Reviewing of CRD Policy
Delegations:
a) Jolene Lammers, Destination Development Coordinator, and Sydney Redpath, CCCTA, appeared before the Board to provide an update on the Municipal & Regional District Tax Program (MRDT), on tourism and the Destination Development Program.
A Question/Answer period ensued
The Chair, on behalf of the Board, thanked the delegation for their time/information
b) Danielle Prevost, Engagement Specialist with the National Energy Board, appeared before the Board to provide an update on NEB's BC regional office and work with the local governments and modernization.
A Question/Answer period ensued
The Chair, on behalf of the Board, thanked the delegation for their time/information
c) Debra Wytrykush, Regional Entomologist and Kristine Wilker, Stewardship Officer, Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resources Operations and Rural Development, appeared before the Board to provide information on the various bark beetles in this region.
A Question/Answer period ensued
The Chair, on behalf of the Board, thanked the delegation for their time/information
Meeting recessed for lunch at 12:20pm
Meeting resumed at 1:00pm
Business, cont:
Administration, cont:
3) The Board received a letter from the BC Geographical Names Office regarding proposals submitted by the Tsilhqot’in National Government to change the names of several geographical features located in the Cariboo region and agreed to forward a letter based on the Board's discussions with a cc to the CCCTA and affected Tsilhqot’in Bands
4) The Board received the Consent Calendar as of May 24th, 2019
5) The Board received responses to Board Correspondence, as follows:
a) email from the Honourable George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, dated May 9, 2019, regarding the CRD's request for needed improvements to the BC Recycling Regulation
b) email from the Honourable George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, dated May 8, 2019, regarding an Airshed Management Plan for the Williams Lake area
c) letter from Todd Hubner, District Manager, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, dated May 15, 2019, regarding the conditions on Dog Creek Road,
Committee or Commission Minutes/Recommendations:
1) The Board received the following minutes from CRD Committees or Commissions:
a) Policy Committee - April 17th meeting
b) Central Cariboo Rural Directors' Caucus - April 24th meeting
c) Central Cariboo Joint Committee - April 24th meeting
d) Special Meeting of Committee of the Whole - May 2nd meeting
e) South Cariboo Joint Committee - May 13th meeting
f) North Cariboo Joint Committee - May 13th meeting
2) The Board endorsed recommendations from the above noted meetings, as follows:
a) Policy Committee -- Amendments to Remuneration for Election Officers/Officials Policy; Amendments to Policy #93-10-24 (Use of Synopsis of Bylaw in Other Votings)
b) Central Cariboo Joint Committee -- Rail Ties Be Wise Information (form group to create new Airshed Plan); City of Williams Lake Report - 2020-2023 Cariboo Memorial Complex Fees and Charges
c) South Cariboo Joint Committee - Martin Exeter Hall (design and cost for the proposed improvements to the stage at the hall); 100 Mile House Wranglers - Permission Requested to Install Sign at Arena
d) North Cariboo Joint Committee - North Cariboo Recreation and Parks - Multipurpose Agricultural Building; Management Agreement with the Alex Fraser Park Society; West Fraser Centre - Handrails and North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendments
Invitations:
1) The Board received the following invitations:
a) BC Assessment - Invitation to Meet at 2019 UBCM Convention
b) Cariboo/Chilcotin/Coast Tourism Association - Invitation to AGM and Tourism Conference
Corporate Bylaws:
1) The following Corporate Bylaw was given 1st, 2nd, 3rd Reading and Adoption:
a) Cariboo Regional District Directors’ Remuneration and Expenses Bylaw No. 5211, 2019
Director's Requests:
1) At the request of Director M. Sjostrom (Area 'A') -- the Board received a deferred request from its' May 3rd meeting in respect of funding support for Access BC (a program of Spinal Cord Injury BC) and agreed to forward a letter to AccessBC requesting that they present to the Board at a future meeting
2) At the request of Director M. Sjostrom (Area 'A') -- the Board received/endorsed her request for rural feasibility funding up to $7,500 to investigate street lighting in the Maple Drive area in Quesnel.
3) The Board received a Municipal Finance Authority update, as provided by Area 'G' Director Al Richmond, in his capacity as MFA Vice-Chair
Meeting recessed at 2:18pm
Meeting resumed at 2:57pm
4) The Board received a update from Area 'F' Director Maureen LeBourdais in respect of Mount Polley
The Board received the Chair's report outlining her activities as at May 22nd, 2019
Closed Board Session:
At 3:10pm-- the Board convened an In-Camera Meeting, as per Section 90(1k - negotiations) of the Community Charter
Resume Open Board Session:
At 3:13pm-- the Board resumed its' Public Meeting
The Board adjourned at 3:13pm
CCRHD Board Highlights - May 24th mtg
Present: Chair B. Simpson/Vice-Chair A. Richmond; Directors M. Sjostrom, B. Bachmeier, J. Massier, S. Forseth, A. Delainey, M. LeBourdais, M. Wagner, J. Glassford, G. Kirby, W. Macdonald, G. Fourchalk, W. Cobb, M. Campsall and TNRD Area 'E' Director S. Watson
Meeting called to order at 9:30am
The Chair acknowledged the meeting was taking place on the traditional territory of the Northern Shuswap people
Meeting Agenda adopted
Minutes of the CCRHD Board meeting held on May 3rd were received/adopted
Memorandum of Business - Delegations was received
Business:
1) The Board received the Hospital Consent Calendar, as of May 24th, 2019
2) The Board received an email from the Rural Evidence Review (RER) Team for the Department of Family Practice, University of British Columbia, dated May 9, 2019, regarding participation in the RER project and contribution for improving health services in rural BC
3) The Board received the Capital Status Reports for the Fourth Quarter 2018/2019 for Northern Health's Building Integrity and Minor Capital Grants
4) The Board received a Northern Health capital funding request for the GR Baker Emergency Room/Intensive Care Addition, authorized the standard 40% CCRHD amount of $10,800,000 for this project and directed the Chief Financial Officer to bring forward the necessary capital expenditure bylaw to the CCRHD Board Meeting of June 7th, 2019 for consideration of 3 Readings/Adoption
5) The Board agreed to endorse the three year Gift Agreement between the University of Northern British Columbia and the Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District in the amount of $40,000 per year and the CCRHD signatories be authorized to execute the agreement
6) The Board received Interior Health's Capital Projects and Planning Status Report for April 2019
7) The Board received the letter from Penny Anguish, Northern Interior Chief Operating Officer for Northern Health, dated May 9, 2019, announcing Daryl Petsul as the new Quesnel Health Services Administrator
The Board agreed to adjourn at 10:07am
Meeting called to order at 9:30am
The Chair acknowledged the meeting was taking place on the traditional territory of the Northern Shuswap people
Meeting Agenda adopted
Minutes of the CCRHD Board meeting held on May 3rd were received/adopted
Memorandum of Business - Delegations was received
Business:
1) The Board received the Hospital Consent Calendar, as of May 24th, 2019
2) The Board received an email from the Rural Evidence Review (RER) Team for the Department of Family Practice, University of British Columbia, dated May 9, 2019, regarding participation in the RER project and contribution for improving health services in rural BC
3) The Board received the Capital Status Reports for the Fourth Quarter 2018/2019 for Northern Health's Building Integrity and Minor Capital Grants
4) The Board received a Northern Health capital funding request for the GR Baker Emergency Room/Intensive Care Addition, authorized the standard 40% CCRHD amount of $10,800,000 for this project and directed the Chief Financial Officer to bring forward the necessary capital expenditure bylaw to the CCRHD Board Meeting of June 7th, 2019 for consideration of 3 Readings/Adoption
5) The Board agreed to endorse the three year Gift Agreement between the University of Northern British Columbia and the Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District in the amount of $40,000 per year and the CCRHD signatories be authorized to execute the agreement
6) The Board received Interior Health's Capital Projects and Planning Status Report for April 2019
7) The Board received the letter from Penny Anguish, Northern Interior Chief Operating Officer for Northern Health, dated May 9, 2019, announcing Daryl Petsul as the new Quesnel Health Services Administrator
The Board agreed to adjourn at 10:07am
Thursday, May 23, 2019
CRD Policy Committee Highlights - May 23rd mtg
Present: Chair M. Sjostrom; Directors J. Massier, S. Forseth, M. LeBourdais, A. Richmond, J. Glassford and G. Kirby
The Chair called the meeting to order at 6:03pm
Meeting agenda approved and Minutes of the Policy Committee meeting held April 17th, 2019 were received/adopted
Business:
1) Rescindment of Policy No. 2016-06B-16 - P1.6 Volunteer Chief, Deputy Chief and Training Officer Recruitment and Retention Bonus
The Committee was presented with a report from the Manager of Protective Services
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the Policy be rescinded
2) Cariboo Regional District Cannabis Policy
The Committee was presented with a report from the Manager of Development Services
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the Policy, as amended, be approved
3) Best Practice – Electoral Area Alternate Directors
The Committee was presented with a report from the Chief Administrative Officer
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the Best Practices in relation to Electoral Area Alternate Directors' be endorsed
4) Directors’ Electronic Device and Software, Hardware and Support Policy
The Committee was presented with a report from the Manager of Corporate Services/Deputy CAO
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the proposed Electronic Device policies be combined into one policy and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the proposed Directors' Electronic Device policy be approved
The Committee agreed to adjourn at 7:15pm
The Chair called the meeting to order at 6:03pm
Meeting agenda approved and Minutes of the Policy Committee meeting held April 17th, 2019 were received/adopted
Business:
1) Rescindment of Policy No. 2016-06B-16 - P1.6 Volunteer Chief, Deputy Chief and Training Officer Recruitment and Retention Bonus
The Committee was presented with a report from the Manager of Protective Services
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the Policy be rescinded
2) Cariboo Regional District Cannabis Policy
The Committee was presented with a report from the Manager of Development Services
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the Policy, as amended, be approved
3) Best Practice – Electoral Area Alternate Directors
The Committee was presented with a report from the Chief Administrative Officer
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the Best Practices in relation to Electoral Area Alternate Directors' be endorsed
4) Directors’ Electronic Device and Software, Hardware and Support Policy
The Committee was presented with a report from the Manager of Corporate Services/Deputy CAO
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - Report received and the proposed Electronic Device policies be combined into one policy and the Committee recommend to the Regional Board that the proposed Directors' Electronic Device policy be approved
The Committee agreed to adjourn at 7:15pm
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
CC Joint Committee Highlights - May 22nd mtg
Present from CRD -- Co-Chair S. Forseth (Meeting Chair) and Director A. Delainey
Present from City of WL -- Co-Chair W. Cobb and Councillors I. Bonnell, S. Nelson, J. Ryll and C. Smith
Meeting called to order at 5:30pm
The Chair acknowledged the Committee meeting was being held on traditional Northern Secwepemc (Shuswap) territory and reminded members to put their cell phone on vibrate mode or turn it off
Meeting Agenda adopted
Minutes of the CC Joint Committee Meeting held on April 24th, 2019 were received/adopted
Business:
1) Esler Recreation Advisory Commission - 2019 Spring Meeting Minutes and Recommendations
A report from the CRD Manager of Community Services was presented to the Committee
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - That it be recommended to the Regional Board:
That the agenda item summary from Darron Campbell, Manager of Community Services, dated May 16, 2019, and attached minutes from the Esler Recreation Advisory Commission meeting held May 14, 2019, be received. Further, that the following recommendations from the Commission be considered for endorsement:
* That the proposed 2019 capital projects for Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League and Williams Lake Soccer Associations be approved, including: the Slo-Pitch League improvement of infields and updates to signage, and the Williams Lake Soccer Associations top-dressing fields, replacement of deck stairs and improved water system for the clubhouse. And further, that $7,500 to each group for approved capital projects be provided as allocated in the Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services (CCRLS) 2019 budget.
* That $10,000 be allocated in the community projects envelope of the Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services budget for a co-operative field top-dressing project to encourage more effective water use through improvement of the fields’ water retention.
* That the Esler Recreation Advisory Commission members for 2019 be appointed as follows: Linda Barbondy for the WL Slo-Pitch League, Brian Hansen for the WL Soccer Associations, Nick Surette for WL Minor Fastball, and Bruce Newbery and Pierre Mayette for the Esler Community Association.
2) The Committee held a general discussion on the following topics and no resolutions resulted from the discussions:
a) All Nations Pow-Wow/2020 Williams Lake Stampede (Director Delainey)
b) Boat Launches on Williams Lake (Director Delainey)
c) Joint Committee Terms of Reference/Meeting Logistics (Committee Co-Chair S.Forseth)
3) Action Page
The Committee reviewed its' Action Page and agreed to delete Item #5
The Committee adjourned at 6:04pm
Present from City of WL -- Co-Chair W. Cobb and Councillors I. Bonnell, S. Nelson, J. Ryll and C. Smith
Meeting called to order at 5:30pm
The Chair acknowledged the Committee meeting was being held on traditional Northern Secwepemc (Shuswap) territory and reminded members to put their cell phone on vibrate mode or turn it off
Meeting Agenda adopted
Minutes of the CC Joint Committee Meeting held on April 24th, 2019 were received/adopted
Business:
1) Esler Recreation Advisory Commission - 2019 Spring Meeting Minutes and Recommendations
A report from the CRD Manager of Community Services was presented to the Committee
Discussion ensued thereon
Resolved - That it be recommended to the Regional Board:
That the agenda item summary from Darron Campbell, Manager of Community Services, dated May 16, 2019, and attached minutes from the Esler Recreation Advisory Commission meeting held May 14, 2019, be received. Further, that the following recommendations from the Commission be considered for endorsement:
* That the proposed 2019 capital projects for Williams Lake Slo-Pitch League and Williams Lake Soccer Associations be approved, including: the Slo-Pitch League improvement of infields and updates to signage, and the Williams Lake Soccer Associations top-dressing fields, replacement of deck stairs and improved water system for the clubhouse. And further, that $7,500 to each group for approved capital projects be provided as allocated in the Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services (CCRLS) 2019 budget.
* That $10,000 be allocated in the community projects envelope of the Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services budget for a co-operative field top-dressing project to encourage more effective water use through improvement of the fields’ water retention.
* That the Esler Recreation Advisory Commission members for 2019 be appointed as follows: Linda Barbondy for the WL Slo-Pitch League, Brian Hansen for the WL Soccer Associations, Nick Surette for WL Minor Fastball, and Bruce Newbery and Pierre Mayette for the Esler Community Association.
2) The Committee held a general discussion on the following topics and no resolutions resulted from the discussions:
a) All Nations Pow-Wow/2020 Williams Lake Stampede (Director Delainey)
b) Boat Launches on Williams Lake (Director Delainey)
c) Joint Committee Terms of Reference/Meeting Logistics (Committee Co-Chair S.Forseth)
3) Action Page
The Committee reviewed its' Action Page and agreed to delete Item #5
The Committee adjourned at 6:04pm
Community healing, resiliency boosted through arts, culture
Courtesy of the Government of BC:
Editor's Note -- Congrats to Alexis Creek First Nations, Esk'et (Alkali Lake First Nations), Canim Lake Band Family Wellness Centre, Lhtako Dene Nation, Museum of the Cariboo Chilcotin Society, New Pathways to Gold Society and the Tsilhqot'in National Government for being successful recipients' from this provincial government initiative
Editor's Note -- Congrats to Alexis Creek First Nations, Esk'et (Alkali Lake First Nations), Canim Lake Band Family Wellness Centre, Lhtako Dene Nation, Museum of the Cariboo Chilcotin Society, New Pathways to Gold Society and the Tsilhqot'in National Government for being successful recipients' from this provincial government initiative
People throughout British Columbia are experiencing the power of art and culture through projects that received funding from the Community Resilience Through Arts and Culture program.
“Arts and culture help lift people up, especially during times of adversity. They are an essential part of our identity and fuel a spirit of resiliency,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. “Through these grants, we are working to make life better by supporting projects that harness the power of arts and culture to build healthy, connected communities.”
The program supports arts and culture events, festivals and initiatives led by groups in communities that are experiencing hardship, historic oppression or other challenges. Funding is also focused on cultural revitalization within Indigenous communities, with more than 80% of grants going to projects centred on Indigenous culture, supporting government’s commitment to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
In this second round of funding, the program supported 83 projects in 68 communities in 2018-19. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $15,000.
Examples of projects receiving grants include:
- The Mother's Day Traditional Powwow: a free, inclusive community event, which brought together artists, dancers, drummers, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers for a three-day celebration of Indigenous cultures, families, women, and life-givers. (Britannia Community Services Society, Vancouver)
- Burns Lake Band Commemorative Totem Pole: a project reflecting the revitalization of culture, heritage and spiritual practice. Burns Lake Band will carve and erect a commemorative totem pole to recognize the strength and resilience of its ancestral traditions and culture. (Burns Lake Band, Burns Lake)
- Bent On Art: Kootenay Queer & Trans Art Festival: a series of events designed to promote the work of LGBTQ2S+ artists in the Kootenays, while creating educational opportunities, fostering community connection and promoting resilience through the arts. (West Kootenay Regional Arts Council, Nelson)
- The Tseptekwll Artist Book: a project to engage the community in the arts by creating a collaborative book to hold traditional stories and artwork for generations to come. (Esk’etemc First Nation, Alkali Lake)
Quick Facts:
- Community Resilience Through Arts and Culture grants support the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples regarding the rights of Indigenous peoples to maintain, control, protect and develop their cultural heritage, traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expressions.
- In 2017-18, 61 grants were awarded in 55 communities.
- Nearly 30,000 British Columbians in small communities around the province participated in events and programs resulting from the funding in 2017-18.
Learn More:
For more information and a list of funded projects, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/arts-culture/arts-and-culture-initiatives/community-resilience
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