Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Government or Board of Education Meetings | Week of December 1-5, 2025

During the week of December 1-5, 2025 -- the following Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments or Board of Education will be holding meetings, as follows: 

Quesnel - All meetings, as noted below, in Quesnel Council Chambers (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant Street, Quesnel) on Tuesday, December 2, 2025

1) Special Quesnel Council Meeting at 9am -- meet with Cariboo-Prince George MP Todd Doherty via Zoom.  Full Meeting Agenda here

2) Public Hearing at 5:30pm -- New City of Quesnel Official Community Plan/Zoning Bylaw.  Full Meeting Agenda here

3) Regular Quesnel Council Meeting, to follow adjournment of the Public Hearing.   On the Agenda: 

* Delegation: BC SPCA 

* Committee Reports

* Truth & Reconciliation Initiatives in Quesnel 

* City of Quesnel Council Procedure Bylaw 1975, 2025 - First three readings

* City of Quesnel Public Notice Bylaw 1976, 2025 - First three readings

Full Meeting Agenda here

School District #28 (Quesnel) -- Committee of the Whole session on Thursday, December 4, 2025.  When available, the full Meeting Agenda can be viewed here

Williams Lake - 

1) Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6pm in Williams Lake Council Chambers (450 Mart St, Williams Lake).  On the Agenda: 

* New City of Williams Lake Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2429 and Zoning Bylaw No. 2430 - For consideration of 1st/2nd Readings

* Annual Appointments 

* Handy-Dart Renewal Agreement w/Cariboo Regional District (Areas D,E,F) 

* Airport Café Operations Award

* Recommendations from Nov 25, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting

* Letter regarding concerns about parking at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake

* Letter from Hon. Christine Boyle re: Meeting at UBCM 2025 Convention w/City of Williams Lake Mayor and Council 

* Closed Council Meeting - As per Sections 92 + 90(1g,1i - litigation and legal advice) of the Community Charter

Full Meeting Agenda here

2) Special Council Meeting on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 12pm in Williams Lake Council Chambers to further discuss the 2026 City of Williams Lake Budget/2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan 

Full Meeting Agenda here

Cariboo Regional District: 

1) Special Central Cariboo Joint Committee Meeting - December 1st, 2025 at 5:30pm in the Rick Hansen Boardroom, Williams Lake City Hall (Basement - 450 Mart St).  On the Agenda: 

* Consider 2026 Community Grant/Grant for Assistance applications 

* Reconsider 2026 Central Cariboo Recreation Budget, Business and Capital Plans 

Full Meeting Agenda here

2) Cariboo-Chilcotin Regional Hospital District/Regular Board Meeting - December 5, 2025 at 9:30am in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake).  On the Agenda: 

* Information Items (3) 

Full Meeting Agenda here

3) Cariboo Regional District/Regular Board Meeting - December 5, 2025 at 9:45am in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom.  On the Agenda: 

* Delegations: Lauren Shinnimin, RPF, from Forsite re: provide an update on Cariboo Regional District Community Wildfire Resiliency Plans and Harold Stolar, District Manager, Cariboo-Chilcotin, NRD, and Lindsey Wood, Director of Strategic Initiatives, from the Ministry of Forests re: provide information about a Landscape Planning exercise for Williams Lake.

* Bill M216 (Professional Reliance Act)

* Year Round Grant Applications for Areas B,D,L

* Area "A" By-Election - Appoint Chief/Deputy Chief Election Officer.  By-Election should occur before end of February 2026 

* Information-Only items

* Committee Recommendations from Executive Committee, Anahim Lake Airport Commission, South Cariboo Joint Committee, North Cariboo Joint Committee

* Board Chair's recommendation for appointment to External Organizations

Full Meeting Agenda here

Central Cariboo Joint Committee Highlights - Nov 26, 2025 mtg

Present from Cariboo RD: Directors S. Forseth (Area D), M. Neufeld (Area E), M. LeBourdais (Area F) and B. Anderson (Area K)

Present from City of Williams Lake: Mayor SPS Rathor (Chair) and Councillors S. Boehm, and M. Moses 

Meeting Chair: Mayor SPS Rathor

Meeting called to order at 5:30pm

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on traditional, unceded Williams Lake First Nation territory within Secwepemculecw 

Meeting Agenda adopted - click here

Minutes of the previous Joint Committee meeting was adopted

Delegation: 

Margaret Waring, President; Sue Hemphill, Vice President; and Ken Day, Treasurer from the Williams Lake Field Naturalists/Scout Island Nature Centre were in attendance to discuss additional funding needed for the Otter Bridge Project

Following the presentation - A Question/Answer period ensued 

The Chair, on behalf of Joint Committee, thanked the delegation for their time/information

Business:

1) Community Grants / Grants for Assistance - Central Cariboo Joint Review

The Committee referred this item to a Special Joint Committee meeting, to be held on Monday, December 1, 2025 - due to a lack of the required quorum of Williams Lake City Council 

2) Central Cariboo Arts and Culture 2026 Business and Financial Plans

CRD Manager of Community Services presented his report to Joint Committee

Discussion ensued thereon... 

Resolved: That it be recommended to the Regional Board: 

That the Central Cariboo Arts and Culture 2026 Business and Financial plans be endorsed as presented.

3) 2026 Central Cariboo Joint Committee Schedule

Resolved: That it be recommended to the Regional Board/Williams Lake City Council: 

That the 2026 meeting schedule for the Central Cariboo Joint Committee be endorsed, as presented 

4) Discussion Items: 

The Committee discussed the following items: 

* Posting of External Publications and Public Artwork in the CMRC (Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex) 

* Daybreak Rotary Request for New Playground Installation and Renaming of Kiwanis Park to Rotary Park

* Concerns re: Distribution of Ice Board Ad Revenue between Ice Groups at CMRC 

* Proposal for Pickleball Facilities in Kinsmen Park

* Proposal for Williams Lake Dog Park/Financial Participation of Cariboo Regional District 

* Indoor Turf Facility Working Group Support Request (The Indoor Turf Facility Working Group will be attending the January 2026 Central Cariboo Joint Committee meeting as a delegation) 

5) Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services 2026-2030 Business, Financial and Capital Plans

CRD Manager of Community Services presented his report to Joint Committee

Discussion ensued thereon... 

Resolved: 

a) At request of Director Forseth - the Committee agreed to divide the recommendation into two distinct motions

b) That the Central Cariboo Recreation 2026 five-year business and financial plans and the 2026-2030 capital plan for the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex be endorsed -- Committee divided as follows: 

Yeas - Directors Forseth, Neufeld and LeBourdais - 3 

Nays - Mayor Rathor; Councillors Boehm and Moses - 3 

Motion defeated by tie vote

c) That the Central Cariboo Recreation 2026 five-year business and financial plans and the 2026-2030 capital plan for the Cariboo Memorial Recreation Complex be referred to the Special Joint Committee meeting, to be held on Monday, December 1, 2025

d) That the Joint Committee recommend (to the Regional Board): 

That the Cariboo Regional District Board allocate an additional $500,000 in Community Works Funds in 2026 and $500,000 in 2027 to enable completion of the Esler Sports Complex Access Road project.

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Director S. Forseth (Area "D") 

6) Action Page 

Following review by Joint Committee -- Action Page was received

And then Joint Committee adjourned at 7:43pm

Drax Ceasing Operations at its Williams Lake Plant

Courtesy of Drax:

After careful consideration, global renewable energy company Drax has made the difficult decision to cease operations at its pellet plant in Williams Lake, B.C. The curtailment and closures of neighbouring sawmills and the loss of a bid for key local supply have led to a significant reduction in fibre availability, thus making continuing operations at the plant no longer commercially viable. As a result, we expect to cease operations after an orderly wind-down when fibre availability runs out at the site, which we anticipate will take place by the end of 2025.

Drax leadership recognizes the impact that this decision will have on our dedicated workforce; therefore, they are implementing a comprehensive support plan for the 30 employees affected. This includes a severance package, as well as wellbeing support. Colleagues are encouraged to apply to open positions at other Drax sites.

“The decision to cease operations weighs heavily on us, as we recognize the uncertainty it creates for our dedicated employees and their families,” says Matt White, Executive Vice President of Pellet Operations for Drax. “We are profoundly grateful for their commitment and resilience, and for the unwavering support of our community. Together, we will navigate this challenging time with compassion and transparency.”

“We are deeply grateful to our employees for their hard work and commitment over the years,” says White. “We are committed to supporting them through this transition and helping them find new opportunities.”

About Drax

Drax Group’s mission is to help meet the world’s increasing demand for secure energy, sustainably, and to reach net zero by the end of 2040 across our value chain. By supporting biodiversity across our sites and in our value chain by the end of 2030 and seeking to make a positive contribution to the lives and livelihoods of our colleagues, communities, and workers in our supply chain, Drax is committed to being climate, nature, and people positive in our operations.

Drax’s around 3,000 employees operate across three principal areas of activity – electricity generation, electricity sales to business customers and compressed wood pellet production and supply to third parties. For more information visit www.drax.com/ca

Workplace Fatality at Gibraltar Mines'

Statement from Taseko Mines -- 

Taseko Mines Limited has confirmed that an accident occurred at its Gibraltar copper mine northeast of Williams Lake, BC on Friday November 21, 2025 resulting in the death of one contract worker. No further injuries have been reported.

The incident occurred in an active mining area and was discovered at approximately 5 pm. The accident site has been secured and mining activity halted while an investigation is underway. RCMP personnel and the BC Coroners Service are currently on-site. The BC Ministry of Mining & Critical Minerals has also been notified.

Gibraltar personnel are cooperating fully with the investigation.

Taseko Vice President of Corporate Affairs Sean Magee stated: 

“We are saddened to report the loss of a valued colleague at Gibraltar, and offer our deepest condolences to affected family, co-workers and friends.

“Our primary concern is the health, safety and well-being of our employees. Accordingly, we have halted all activity at Gibraltar until the accident can been fully investigated, and will make counselling and support services available to Gibraltar employees affected by this tragic event.”

Developing City of Williams Lake 2026 Budget

Courtesy of the City of Williams Lake:

The City of Williams Lake invites members of the public to participate in public consultations and budget meetings as Williams Lake City Council discusses the budget and financial plan for the next budget year and going forward including the upcoming budget consultation meeting on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 from 3-6pm in the foyer at Williams Lake City Hall (450 Mart Street, Williams Lake)

Williams Lake Council meets each August to discuss the proposed budget and the five-year financial plan development timeline and to direct budget development steps and targets.

The preliminary budget (operating and capital), 5-year departmental financial plans and 10-year capital plan to be presented for public consultation and Williams Lake Council discussions in November (click here)

Budget discussions continue to finalize the Financial Plan and Tax Rate Bylaws by May 2026.

The City of Williams Lake also offers to the Council and public viewing access to its budgeting system to promote transparency and accountability, as well as to empowers citizens to understand how public money is raised and spent, foster and facilitate public engagement in building City's financial plans. Members of the public can view in real time how each of the City's service areas is preparing their budget, as well as view how the City is developing its investment and capital plans. The View Budget Online document explains how to access and view budget process in real time online.

If you would like to express your views or pose questions directly to City Council regarding the City's budget and financial plans, please attend one of the public budget consultation meetings, e-mail us a message (anonymous comments or comments from non-residents will not be presented to Williams Lake Council).

To view the City's 2026 preliminary budget login to Questica using the following information:

Username: BudgetViewer# (pick a number from 1 to 10)

Password: CoWL1234*

Click to View 2026 City of Williams Lake Preliminary Budget

Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Government or Board of Education Meetings | Week of November 24-28, 2025

During the week of November 24-28, 2025 -- the following Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments or Boards of Education will be holding meetings, as follows: 

Quesnel - Meetings, as noted below, to be held at Quesnel City Hall (4th Floor, Kinchant St, Quesnel)... 

1) Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 25th at 5:30pm in Quesnel Council Chambers.  On the Agenda: 

* Delegations: 

i) Quesnel Shelter & Support Society 

ii) Quesnel Safety & Security Committee (Coalition of the Downtown, West Quesnel and South Quesnel Business Improvement Areas & Quesnel and District Chamber of Commerce) 

* Committee Reports 

* New Primary Liquor License – 374 Mclean Street – Tee Time Virtual Golf

* 2026 Quesnel Council Remuneration

* City of Quesnel Official Community Plan Bylaw 1979, 2025 and City of Quesnel Zoning Bylaw 1980, 2025 - Consideration of 2nd Reading

* Letter: Cariboo Regional District request for a letter of support for ‘Advancing Community Reuse and Repair Hubs in Underserved Rural Regions of British Columbia’

View the full Meeting Agenda here

2) Financial Sustainability & Audit Committee/Regular Meeting on Wednesday, November 26th at 9:00am in the Fraser River Meeting Room,  Quesnel City Hall.  On the Agenda: 

* Review of the 2026 Draft Capital Plan 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

School District #27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) - Regular Board of Education Meeting on Monday, November 24th at 6:30pm via MS Teams only (join the meeting here or by phone at 1-647-749-5899 Phone Conference ID 323 092 420#).  On the Agenda: 

* Reports from Superintendent, Acting Secretary-Treasurer and Committees of the Whole

View the full Meeting Agenda here

Williams Lake - Committee of the Whole session on Tuesday, November 25th at 6:00pm in the Rick Hansen Boardroom (Basement - 450 Mart St, Williams Lake).  On the Agenda: 

* Delegation: Percy Guichon, CEO and Daniel Persson, Forestry Superintendent, Central Chilcotin Rehabilitation Ltd. re Update on the Palmer Project

* Continued discussions re: 2026 Budget/2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan

* Outdoor Skating Rink (at request of Councillor J. Flaspohler) 

* Cariboo Climate Circle Proposed List of Climate Projects (at request of Councillor M. Moses) 

* 2026 Council Appointments

* Resumption of "Roundtable Comments" at Williams Lake City Council Meetings

View the full Meeting Agenda here

100 Mile House - Meetings, as noted below, to be held in 100 Mile House Council Chambers (385 Birch Avenue, 100 Mile House) on Tuesday, November 25th

a) Committee of the Whole at 3:00pm. On the Agenda: 

* Delegation: Interior Health re: State of Healthcare in 100 Mile House

* Economic Development Staff Capacity 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

b) Regular Council Meeting at 5:30pm.  On the Agenda: 

* Delegations: 

i) Dawson Road Maintenance -- Caroline Slade, Quality Manager for Dawson Road Maintenance re: planned 2026/2027 road operations and provide an update on current projects. 

ii) Canada Energy Regulator -- Wayne Beggs, Technical Specialist and Amber Harrison, Regulatory Compliance Officer with Canada Energy Regulator re: provide information about the Regulator and their role in the development and management of energy infrastructure

* Mayor Pinkney to present information regarding the CN Rail Task Force & meetings held in Victoria to discuss the West Fraser, 100 Mile Lumber permanent closure 

* 2026 Council Schedule

* 2026 Plow Truck Tender Award 

* 2026 Grant for Assistance applications - for endorsement

* In-Camera Meeting: Section 90(1d - security of property of municipality) of the Community Charter

View the full Meeting Agenda here

Cariboo Regional District: 

a) Central Cariboo Joint Committee/Regular Meeting on Wednesday, November 26th at 5:30pm in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake)

On the Agenda: 

* Delegation: Williams Lake Field Naturalists/Scout Island Nature Centre

* Community Grants / Grants for Assistance - Central Cariboo Joint Review

* Central Cariboo Arts and Culture 2026 Business and Financial Plans

* Central Cariboo Recreation and Leisure Services 2026-2030 Business, Financial and Capital Plans

* 2026 Central Cariboo Joint Committee Schedule 

* Information-Only Items (pending further action of the Joint Committee) -- 

i) Posting of External Publications and Public Artwork in the CMRC; 

ii) Daybreak Rotary Request for New Playground Installation and Renaming of Kiwanis Park to Rotary Park; 

iii) Williams Lake Stampeder Concerns regarding distribution of Ice Board Ad Revenue; 

iv) Proposal for Pickleball Facilities in Kinsmen Park; 

v) Proposal for Dog Park/Financial Support of Cariboo RD and 

vii) Indoor Turf Facility Working Group Support Request

View the full Meeting Agenda here

Williams Lake Council Highlights - Nov 18, 2025 mtg

Present:

Mayor Rathor; Councillors Boehm, Delainey, Lyons (via Zoom), Moses and Nelson

Meeting called to order at 6:00pm

The Mayor recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional unceded territory of Williams Lake First Nation within Secwepemculecw 

Meeting Agenda adopted - click here

Meeting Video here

Minutes of the previous Council meeting were received/adopted

Delegations:

1) Bridgitte Pinchbeck, Rick Hansen Foundation appeared before Council to discuss the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Tour 40th Anniversary Event

2) Susan O'Sullivan, Sue Hemphill from "Cariboo Climate Circle" appeared before Council to provide a presentation and feedback in response to the City's proposed OCP and Zoning Bylaw 

Following each delegation --  A Question/Answer period ensued 

The Mayor thanked each delegation for their time/information 

Business arising from Delegations:

1) Council received for information/endorsed the presentation from Bridgitte Pinchbeck, Rick Hansen Foundation regarding the Rick Hansen Man in Motion Tour 40th Anniversary Event and directed that discussion of an accessibility project be referred to the City's Accessibility Advisory Committee and Council supported the 40th Anniversary "Man in Motion" project... 

2) Council received for information the presentation from Susan O'Sullivan, MA, Cariboo Climate Circle regarding feedback in response to the City of Williams Lake's proposed OCP/Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw and referred the matter to Committee of the Whole for further discussion... 

Business:

1) Council received for information the accounts payable computer cheque and EFT listings dated November 11 and 13, 2025

2) Council received a staff report regarding the Williams Lake SPCA Kennel Contract and directed a new Pound Services Operating Agreement Contract with the BC SPCA for a three-year term, effective January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, at an annual amount of $25,994.40 with an annual increase in accordance with the Consumer Price Index, paid in monthly installments of $2,166.20 be approved with the Mayor/Corporate Officer being authorized to enter into the Agreement on behalf of the City of Williams Lake 

3) Council agreed to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with BC Transit to introduce Sunday transit service for Williams Lake beginning April 2026 at an additional cost to the City of $53,481

4) Council approved a BC Vision Zero in Road Safety grant program application in the amount of $20,000 and that the City contribute $10,000 drawn from the LGCAP (Local Government Climate Action Program) funds held in reserve for a total project value of $30,000 to develop a corridor feasibility study for traffic calming measures along Western Avenue between Midnight Avenue and Pigeon Avenue

5) Council approved an application to the Green Municipal Fund under the Safe and Active School Routes in the amount of $125,000, of which $25,000 will be the City’s contribution drawn from the LGCAP funds held in reserve

6) Council agreed to renew agreements' with the Cariboo Regional District covering Victim Assistance for Areas D,E,F,J,K residents of the Cariboo Regional District as well an agreement covering use of the Williams Lake Municipal Cemetery for Areas D,E,F residents of the Cariboo Regional District 

7) Council awarded the Water Treatment Plant Value Engineering contract to NCE Value Engineers Inc. for the total amount of $137,000 excluding GST, for a total project cost of $150,700, including contingency, and excluding GST, subject to grant program administrator approval

8) Council deferred consideration of a future dog park as part of the upcoming development of a new Parks and Trails Master Plan in 2026 and referred this matter to the Central Cariboo Joint Committee for discussion

9) Council received a report from City Staff regarding Williams Lake pickle ball infrastructure and directed that Option #1 be brought forward for discussion with the Cariboo Regional District through Central Cariboo Joint Committee/Williams Lake First Nation for response within 60 days along with eventual community consultation: 

Select and formalize the Kinsmen Park site for the future pickle ball infrastructure.  This would include a community engagement piece as a part of the project.  Reviewing the project with Central Cariboo Joint Committee would also be a step in the process.  This could include a 2026 capital project to reach a design and cost estimates for fundraising and grant opportunities.

10) Council received the "Council Information Package" for November 18, 2025 

Closed Council Meeting:

At 8:29pm -- Council agreed to the following motion: 

That Council resolve into a Closed Meeting, following adjournment of the Open Council Meeting according to Section 92 of the Community Charter for discussion of items identified under Section 90, as follows:  

(1a) personal information about an identifiable individual who holds or is being considered for a position as an officer, employee or agent of the municipality or another position appointed by the municipality and 

(1c) labour relations or other employee relations

And then Council adjourned at 8:30pm

North Cariboo Joint Committee Highlights - Nov 18th, 2025 mtg

Present from Cariboo RD: Co-Chair J. Glassford (Area I Director) and Directors B. Bachmeier (via Zoom), J. Massier and Area "A" Alternate Director C. Kurta

Present from Quesnel City Council: Mayor R. Paull and Councillors S. Elliott, T. Goulet, D. McKelvie and M. Vik 

Meeting called to order at 6:00pm

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dene Nation and welcomed Cariboo RD Area "D" Director Steve Forseth to the Committee meeting this evening 

The Committee approved the Agenda, by consensus 

The Committee approved the minutes of the previous Committee meeting

Delegation:

Debbie Roch - President of the Alex Fraser Park Society - appeared before the Committee to give an update as to activities at the Alex Fraser Park (102 North Star Rd, Quesnel)

Following her presentation - A Question/Answer period ensued

The Chair thanked Ms. Roch for her time/information to the Committee

Business:

The Committee discussed the following items: 

1) Proposed Updates to the Priority Criteria for North Cariboo Recreation and Parks New Services and Funding Policy 

2) North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Fees & Charges Bylaw Amendment: Family Rate Definition

3) West Fraser Centre Fire

4) 2025 Quarter 3 Operating Budget Report

5) 2026-2030 North Cariboo Recreation/Parks Business and Financial Plans

Following discussion - the Committee made the following recommendations to the Regional Board for consideration of endorsement: 

1) That the proposed updates to the Priority Criteria for North Cariboo Recreation and Parks New Services and Funding policy be endorsed and that the amended policy be adopted. Further, that the updated policy be applied during the review of the new facility proposal from the Quesnel Pickleball Club

2) That the definition of a family in the North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Fees and Charges Bylaw be amended as proposed

3) That the 2026 – 2030 North Cariboo Recreation and Parks business plan and financial plan be approved as presented with a total tax requisition of $5,711,579 in 2026, representing an 8% increase in the tax requisition over 2025

The Committee also directed:  

1) That the Committee approve an emergency expenditure of $25,000 in the 2025 North Cariboo Recreation and Parks budget for fire repairs at the West Fraser Centre

2) That the amended 2026 Meeting Schedule for the North Cariboo Joint Advisory Committee be approved

The Chair called for questions from the public gallery or media - none received

And then the Committee adjourned at 7:35pm

McLeese Lake Meals with Hearts Society

From Cariboo RD Area "D" Director S. Forseth:

I am working with the newly established "McLeese Lake Meals with Heart Society" (website: https://mcleeselakemealswithheartsociety.com/ to provide freshly cooked frozen meals for seniors' in the McLeese Lake area as there is not a provider for meals for rural seniors residing north of Wildwood without transportation options into Williams Lake

I am hoping to, subject to Cariboo RD Board approval, provide the Society with a $1,000 start up grant, to get this program off the ground and is similar to financial support provided by Cariboo RD Area "F" Director Maureen LeBourdais for a similar program in Horsefly ... 

My personal thanks to the Society for responding to a community need for our seniors at McLeese Lake and area.... 

1st Look at 2026 Cariboo RD Budget/2026-2030 Five Year Financial Plan

Courtesy of Cariboo RD Area "D" Director S. Forseth:

YouTube Video: 

Last Thursday (November 13, 2025) -- the Cariboo Regional District's Finance/Budget Committee conducted an initial review of the draft 2026 Cariboo RD Budget/Five Year Financial Plan from 2026-2030.  The Cariboo RD 2026 Budget/Five Year Financial Plan calls for a tax requisition increase of 5.5% covering all 124 Services of the Cariboo Regional District but specific impacts to unincorporated communities or specific neighbourhoods in the Regional District Electoral Area or Member Municipality will depend on your property assessment and which Regional District service(s) your unincorporated community/neighbourhood/municipality participates in 

Next steps -- January 2026 will see BC Assessment Authority release 2026 Property Assessments then Cariboo RD Finance/Budget Committee will review 2026 Property Assessments and have those reflected in 2026 Cariboo RD Budgets and then approve the 2026 Cariboo RD Budget for public consultation 

Document links:

1) General Overview of the Cariboo Regional District Budget Process -- https://www.cariboord.ca/regional-government/budget-and-finances/

2) Overview of the 2026 Cariboo Regional District Budget -- https://pub-crd.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=54303

3) 2026 DRAFT Business Plans for all Cariboo RD Services -- https://pub-crd.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=bf670a44-695e-40d8-af87-50ad993a9155&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English

4) 2026 Look at Cariboo RD Water/Sewer Utilities Fees in Areas A,D,E,F,G,H,K,L (vs 2025) --https://pub-crd.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=54306

5) 2026 Tax Impacts for Electoral Areas (based on a property worth $400,000) -- https://pub-crd.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=54312

Finally: 

If you wish to contact your local Electoral Area Director or Municipal Director about the 2026 Cariboo Regional District Budget -- go to https://www.cariboord.ca/regional-government/electoral-areas/ or send an email to mailbox@cariboord.ca and that will be forwarded to the entire Cariboo Regional District Board.... 

Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments/Boards' of Education Meetings - Week of November 17-21, 2025

During the week of November 17-21, 2025 -- the following Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments/Boards' of Education will be holding meetings, as follows: 

Wells - Meetings, as noted below, on Tuesday, November 18th in Wells Council Chambers (4243 Sanders Ave) or via Zoom: 

1) Closed Council Meeting from 2-3pm, as per Sections 92 + 90(1a and +1L - appointment/strategic planning) of the Community Charter.  View the Closed Meeting Notice here

2) Regular Council Meeting from 3:15pm - 4:30pm.  When available, the Meeting Agenda can be viewed here

Quesnel -- Policy/Bylaw Committee on Thursday, November 20th at 3:15pm in the Fraser River Meeting Room, Quesnel City Hall (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St, Quesnel).  On the Agenda:

* Public Notice Bylaw

* Council Procedure Bylaw

View the full Meeting Agenda here

School District #28 (Quesnel) -- Regular Board of Education Meeting on Wednesday, November 19th at 7:00pm in the SD28 Boardroom (401 North Star Rd, Quesnel).  When available, the Meeting Agenda can be viewed here

Williams Lake - Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, November 18th at 6pm in Williams Lake Council Chambers (450 Mart St, Williams Lake).  On the Agenda: 

* Delegations -- Bridgitte Pinchbeck, Rick Hansen Foundation re Rick Hansen Man in Motion Tour 40th Anniversary Event and Susan O'Sullivan, Sue Hemphill & Emma Swabey, Cariboo Climate Circle re presentation and feedback in response to the City's (of Williams Lake) proposed OCP and Zoning Bylaw

* SPCA Contract Renewal

* BC Transit Sunday Service

* Green Municipal Fund - Safe and Active School Routes Grant

* Renew Agreements with Cariboo Regional District - Victim Services and Access to Williams Lake Municipal Cemetery

* Water Treatment Plant Value Engineering Contract Award

* Williams Lake Daybreak Rotary Club Partnership Proposal - Dog Park

* Williams Lake Pickle Ball Infrastructure

* Closed Council Meeting -- Sections 92 + 90(1a,c - appointment + labour) of the Community Charter

View the full Meeting Agenda here

100 Mile House - Committee of the Whole session on Tuesday, November 18th at 12pm in 100 Mile House Council Chambers (385 Birch Avenue, 100 Mile House).  On the Agenda: 

* Revenue Loss as a result of the West Fraser Mill closure

* DRAFT 2026 District of 100 Mile House Budget 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

Cariboo Regional District -- Meetings, as noted below:

1) North Cariboo Rural Directors' Caucus - Regular Meeting on Tuesday, November 18th at 4pm at the CRD Quesnel Office (101-410 Kinchant St, Quesnel) to hold a Closed Session as per Sections 92 + 90(1k - negotiations) of the Community Charter.

View the full Meeting Agenda here

2) North Cariboo Joint Committee - Tuesday, November 18th: all sessions in Quesnel Council Chambers (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St, Quesnel).  

a) Closed Session from 5:30pm - 6:00pm.  Meeting is closed under Sections 92 + 90(1j - information prohibited from public disclosure) of the Community Charter.  View the Closed Meeting Notice here

b) Open Session at 6pm.  On the Agenda: 

* Delegation: Alex Fraser Park Society

* Proposed Updates to the Priority Criteria for North Cariboo Recreation and Parks New Services and Funding Policy 

* North Cariboo Recreation and Parks Fees & Charges Bylaw Amendment: Family Rate Definition

* West Fraser Centre Fire/Next Steps

* 2026-2030 NCRP (North Cariboo Recreation and Parks) Business and Financial Plans - for consideration of approval

View the full Meeting Agenda here

Cariboo RD Board Highlights - November 14, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Directors Bachmeier, Massier, Neufeld, Richmond, Wagner, Glassford, Pare, Anderson, De Vries, Coleman, Paull, Rathor, Pinkney and Alternate Directors C. Kurta (Area "A") and C. Bullinger (Area "F") 

Meeting called to order at 9:45am -- Deputy CAO A. Johnston 

The Deputy CAO called 3 times for nominations for Chair

Director Wagner was duly nominated 

Receiving no further nominations, Director Wagner was acclaimed as Chair of the Cariboo Regional District for the 2025-26 term 

The Deputy CAO called 3 times for nominations for Vice-Chair

Directors Neufeld and Anderson (Areas "E" and "K") were duly nominated 

Receiving no further nominations - Directors’ Neufeld and Anderson were given an opportunity to address the Board and following a vote of the Directors'— Director Neufeld was elected as Vice-Chair of the Cariboo Regional District for the 2025-26 term 

Director Wagner then assumed the Chair

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional unceded territory of Williams Lake First Nation within Secwepemculecw 

Meeting Agenda adopted

Minutes of the previous Board meeting were adopted

Business:

1) The Board agreed to approve DVP/Development Variance Permit #45-2025 for property at 1909 Backer Rd in Electoral Area "B"

2) The Board agreed to approve DVP/Development Variance Permit #50-2025 for property at 7573 Beazely Rd in Electoral Area "L"

Director S. Forseth entered the meeting at 9:56am

3) The Board authorized a Provincial Agricultural Land Commission application for subdivision pertaining to District Lot 1932, Cariboo District, Except Plan 5462 and Block A, District Lot 1932, Cariboo District, Plan 5462 to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission with a recommendation for approval, subject to rezoning (Area F/2999 Maranatha Rd and 2946 Maranatha Rd) 

4)  The Board received a presentation from the Manager of Utilities regarding the completed Bouchie Lake Sewer Feasibility Study and following discussion, the Board directed that the proposed Bouchie Lake Sewer System proceed to further public consultation and an possible asset vote (referendum) and that local Indigenous Nation(s) be included in the public engagement efforts 

CONTRARY TO THE MOTION: Director J. Glassford (Area “I”) 

5) The Board approved a grant application from the Cariboo Regional District to the Northern Development Initiative Trust for $20,000 in funding from the Business Façade Improvement Program to enhance economic development by encouraging private sector investment in local business

6) The Board discussed a proposal to remove a number of properties in the Kersley VFD Fire Protection District and following discussion, the Board directed that Kersley Fire Protection District boundaries remain status-quo for up to an another year (2026) while other options are explored 

Delegations - starting at 11:00am: 

a) Brian Englund, Chair, Bill Lloyd, Vice Chair, and Elaine Armagost, Secretary of the Horsefly River Roundtable appeared before the Board to address adding an additional layer of rights of nature protection to the Horsefly River Watershed

b) Prince George-North Cariboo MLA Sheldon Clare appeared before the Board to provide an update on activities in his area

Following each presentation -- a Question/Answer period ensued

The Chair thanked each delegation for their time/information

Meeting recessed for lunch at 11:55am

Meeting resumed at 12:30pm

Business, cont:

7) The Board directed Regional District staff to proceed with the procurement of the Dragon Mountain tower through appropriate lease and purchase agreements 

8) The Board received/ratified the Monthly Expenditures Board Summary Report and Mastercard Summary Report for the month of October 2025, in the amount of $5,898,677.21

9) The Board received a number of Information-only items and at the request of Director Forseth (Area "D") -- the Board directed that a letter be forwarded to BC's Minister of Finance (Hon. Brenda Bailey) advising that the Cariboo Regional District strongly opposes the proposal of BC Assessment in relation to the new formula for pipeline property valuation and requests it be deferred until the entire Utility Property Class valuation process is reviewed in 2026 and that a copy of this letter be forwarded to all BC Regional Districts', UBCM and NCLGA 

10) Following a successful referendum (assent vote) -- the Board adopted: 

i) 150 Mile House Fire Protection Fire Engine Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 5512, 2025; 

ii) 150 Mile House Fire Protection Service Amendment Bylaw No. 5513, 2025 and 

iii) 150 Mile House Fire Protection Firehall Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 5514, 2025

Meeting recessed at 12:58pm to CCRHD Board

Meeting resumed at 2:07pm

Closed Board Session:

At 2:07pm -- the Board adopted the following motion: 

That the meeting be closed to the public to discuss items suitable for discussion in-camera pursuant to Sections 92 + 90(1)(a,c,k - appointment, labour, negotiations) of the Community Charter

Resumption of Open Board Meeting:

At 3:19pm -- the Board resumed their open meeting 

Business, cont:

11) At the request of Director Forseth (Area "D") -- Regional District staff were directed to initiate a service establishment process for a proposed streetlight service for residents' of Lagerquist Rd in McLeese Lake...

12) At the request of Director Bachmeier (Area "B") -- the Board authorized access to the Area "B" Director Initiative Fund, up to $1,500, for the purpose of hosting an Appreciation Dinner at the Bouchie Lake Community Hall - for the Area "B" Recreation Commissioners, Area "B" Alternate Director, Area "B" Recreation Managers, and the Area "B" Advisory Planning Commission 

And then the Board adjourned at 3:23pm

Cariboo-Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Board Highlights - November 14, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Chair A. Richmond/Vice-Chair J. Massier; Directors Bachmeier, Forseth, Neufeld, Wagner, Glassford, Pare, Anderson, De Vries, Coleman, Paull, Rathor, Pinkney, Smith, Alternate Directors C. Kurta (Area "A") and C. Bullinger (Area "F") 

Meeting called to order at 9:30am

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional unceded territory of Williams Lake First Nation within Secwepemculecw 

Meeting Agenda adopted

Minutes of the previous Board meeting were adopted

Business:

1) The Board gave 1st, 2nd, 3rd Readings and Adoption to the following Capital Expenditure Bylaws:

* Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Capital Expenditure (Northern Health – AGFA EI Picture Archiving and Communication System Upgrade) Bylaw No. 240, 2025

* Cariboo Chilcotin Regional Hospital District Capital Expenditure (Northern Health – IT Cybersecurity Initiatives Including Forescout) Bylaw No. 241, 2025

2) The Board received a number of Information only items and following discussion, took no further action

Meeting recessed at 9:37am

Meeting resumed at 1:00pm

Closed Board Meeting:

At 1:00pm -- the Board agreed to the following motion 

That the meeting be closed to the public to discuss items suitable for discussion in-camera pursuant to Sections 92 + 90(1)(j) of the Community Charter

Resumption of Open Board Meeting:

At 2:07pm -- the Board resumed its' Open Meeting and adjourned 

Cariboo RD's Finance/Budget Committee Highlights - November 13th, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Chair J. Glassford; Directors' Bachmeier, Massier, Forseth, Neufeld, Richmond, Wagner, Pare, Anderson, De Vries, Rathor, Pinkney and Alternate Director C. Kurta (Area "A") 

Meeting commenced at 1:00pm

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional unceded territory of Williams Lake First Nation within Secwepemculecw and welcomed Alternate Director Kurta to her first Finance/Budget Committee meeting

Meeting Agenda adopted 

Minutes of the previous Finance/Budget Committee meeting were received/adopted

Business:

The Committee received a report of the CFO concerning a preliminary overview of the 2026-2030 Financial Plan for the Cariboo Regional District 

The Committee then commenced its' review of the 2026 Business Plans for the various services of the Cariboo Regional District and Regional District Managers, CFO or CAO responded to questions of the Committee 

The Committee also discussed a review of both the Regional Hospital District & Regional District remuneration for Directors' and directed no further action be taken

And then the Committee adjourned at 2:06pm

Cariboo RD's Committee of the Whole Session - November 13, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Chair M. Wagner/Vice-Chair M. Neufeld; Directors Bachmeier, Massier, Forseth, Richmond, Glassford, Pare, Anderson, De Vries, Paull, Rathor, Pinkney and Alternate Director C. Kurta (Area “A”)

Meeting called to order at 9:30am

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional unceded territory of Williams Lake First Nation within Secwepemculecw 

Meeting Agenda adopted

Minutes of the previous Committee of the Whole meeting were adopted

The Committee discussed the following matters: 

1) Delegation #1 -- Livestream Policy and Meeting Etiquette

Julie from Julie Rogers Consulting appeared before the Committee remotely to provide information on the upcoming Livestream Pilot Project.

Following her presentation - a Question/Answer period ensued....

The Chair thanked Ms. Rogers for her time/information .... 

Meeting recessed at 11:00am

Meeting resumed at 11:10am

2) Delegation #2 -- Cariboo RD Zoning and Rural Land Use Bylaw Consolidation Project

Corey Cooper, Planner, from McElhanney appeared before the Committee remotely to present on the consolidation of Cariboo RD Zoning and Rural Land Use Bylaws

Following their presentation - a Question/Answer period ensued....

The Chair thanked the delegation for their time/information .... 

3) Strategic Plan 

The Committee continued its' discussion regarding the Board's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan ... 

No resolution resulted from the discussion 

And then the Committee adjourned at 12:00pm

UBCM calls for more time to get Heritage Conservation Act right

Courtesy of the Union of BC Municipalities:

UBCM has shared a report with the Province of British Columbia indicating that proposed changes to the Heritage Conservation Act will require more engagement with local governments, First Nations, and other stakeholders to effectively renew the current legislation

More on this at https://www.ubcm.ca/about-ubcm/latest-news/time-needed-province-get-heritage-conservation-act-right

Cariboo RD Central Cariboo-Chilcotin Rural Directors' Caucus Highlights - November 12, 2025 mtg

Present: 

Chair T. Pare and Directors Forseth, Neufeld and Anderson 

Meeting called to order at 3:00pm - Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom

The Chair recognized that the meeting was taking place on the traditional, unceded territory of the Williams Lake First Nation within Secwepemculecw

Meeting Agenda adopted, as amended (discussion on draft 2026 Central Cariboo Economic Development Service Business Plan - at request of Director Forseth) 

Minutes of the previous Caucus meeting were received/adopted

Business:

The Caucus discussed the following: 

* 2026 Caucus Meeting Schedule

* Amend Caucus Terms of Referendum (definition of quorum - at request of Director Forseth) 

* Draft 2026 Central Cariboo-Chilcotin Economic Development Business Plan (at request of Director Forseth)

* Action Page 

After discussion -- the following was recommended to the Regional Board for consideration of endorsement: 

1) That the following 2026 meeting schedule for the Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus be endorsed: 

Wednesday January 14, 2026 

Wednesday February 25, 2026 

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 

Thursday April 30, 2026 

Thursday May 28, 2026 

Wednesday June 17, 2026 

Wednesday September 9, 2026 

Thursday October 1, 2026 

Meeting times to be 3:00 p.m. 

2) That the amended Terms of Reference for the Central Cariboo Rural Directors Caucus be endorsed, as presented (amend definition of quorum)

And then Caucus adjourned at 3:28pm

Cariboo RD 150 Mile VFD Referendums (New Engine/Fire Hall) - Preliminary Voting Results

Courtesy of the Cariboo Regional District:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 8, 2025

Preliminary Results – 150 Mile House Fire Protection Referendum

The Cariboo Regional District has released the preliminary results of the 150 Mile House Fire Protection Referendum, held to determine voter approval for borrowing funds to construct a new fire hall and purchase a replacement fire truck for the 150 Mile House Volunteer Fire Department.

The referendum included two separate questions:

1. Borrowing for Fire Hall Construction – to authorize long-term borrowing for the design and construction of a new fire hall to replace the existing facility.
2. Borrowing for Fire Engine Purchase – to authorize borrowing for the purchase of a new fire truck, with repayment over a ten-year term rather than five.

Official results will be declared on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, following verification by the Chief Election Officer.

Voters in the 150 Mile House Fire Protection Service Area have approved both referendum questions—supporting borrowing for the construction of a new fire hall and the purchase of a new fire truck.

Preliminary Results Summary -

Fire Hall Construction Borrowing :

 Total Voters: (222)

Combined Result

 Yes: 181/ No: 41

Fire Engine Borrowing 

 Total Voters: 222

Combined Result

 Yes: 204/ No: 18

These results are preliminary and subject to confirmation during the official count. The Cariboo Regional District reminds residents and media to refer to these figures as preliminary until the final results are certified.

Official results will be posted to the CRD website at www.cariboord.ca once confirmed.

Media Contact:

Kat Chatten, Manager of Communications   
250-392-3351 or 1-800-665-1636
kchatten@cariboord.ca  

Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Government or Board of Education Meetings | Week of November 10-14, 2025

During the week of November 10-14, 2025 -- the following Cariboo-Chilcotin Local Governments or Boards of Education will be holding meetings, as follows: 

Quesnel - Special Open Municipal Council meeting on Wednesday, November 12 at 10:30am in the Fraser River Meeting Room, Quesnel City Hall (4th Floor, 410 Kinchant St, Quesnel) to meet with Prince George-North Cariboo MLA Sheldon Clare.  View the Special Open Meeting notice here

School District #27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) - Committee of the Whole session on Monday, November 10 at 4:30pm in the SD27 Boardroom (350 2nd Avenue, Williams Lake).  On the Agenda: 

* Foundry Presentation  

* BAA (Local Programming) -- Mountain Biking 11 and 12  

View the full Meeting Agenda here

Cariboo Regional District - Meetings, as noted below: 

1) South Cariboo Joint Committee - 12pm on Monday, November 10 in 100 Mile House Council Chambers (385 Birch Avenue, 100 Mile House).  On the Agenda: 

* Allocation of 2026 Grants for Assistance

* Discussion Items: 2026 Committee Schedule, South Cariboo Recreation Centre Projects

View the full Meeting Agenda here

2) Central Cariboo-Chilcotin Rural Directors' Caucus - 3pm on Wednesday, November 12 in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake).  On the Agenda: 

* Revise Caucus Terms of Reference

View the full Meeting Agenda here

3) Executive Committee - Meeting at 8:45am in the Board Chair's Meeting Room, Cariboo RD Williams Lake Office (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake).  On the Agenda:

* Revise CAO Evaluation Form 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

4) Committee of the Whole - 9:30am on Thursday, November 13 in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake).   On the Agenda: 

* Delegations -- Julie Rogers Consulting re: information on the upcoming Livestream Pilot Project and 

Kevin Brooks, BSc. M.Plan., MCIP, RPP, Division Manager and Senior Planner and Corey Cooper, Planner, from McElhanney re: consolidation of Cariboo Regional District Zoning and Rural Land Use Bylaws

* Review Status of Board's Strategic Plan 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

5) Cariboo RD Finance/Budget Committee to discuss the 2026 Budget (1st Round) at 1:00pm on Thursday November 13 in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake). Meeting Agenda here

6) Cariboo-Chilcotin Regional Hospital District (CCRHD) - Regular Board Meeting at 9:30am on Friday, November 14 in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake). On the Agenda: 

* Capital Expenditure Bylaws for 3 Readings and Adoption

* Information-only items

* 1pm In-Camera Session -- Sections 92 + 90(1j - information prohibited from public disclosure) of the Community Charter

View the full Meeting Agenda here

7) Cariboo Regional District - Regular Board Meeting, following recess of the CCRHD Board meeting or 9:45am (whichever occurs first) on Friday, November 14 in the Cariboo RD Williams Lake Boardroom (180D North 3rd Avenue, Williams Lake). On the Agenda: 

* Election of Regional District Board Chair/Vice-Chair for 2025/26 Term

* Delegations: Horsefly River Roundtable re: "Rights of Nature" protection to the Horsefly River Watershed and Prince George-North Cariboo MLA Sheldon Clare re: Update

* Rural Land Use Matters (EA Directors' only)

* Determine next steps: proposed Bouchie Lake Sewer System

* Proposal to amend Kersley VFD Fire Protection Area boundary (Durrell Rd) in Electoral Area "A"

* Requested acquisition of the Dragon Mountain Radio Tower in Electoral Area "A"

* Request from Director Forseth (Area "D") for Streetlighting Service on Lagerquist Road in McLeese Lake

* In-Camera Session -- Sections 92 + 90(1k - negotiations) of the Community Charter 

View the full Meeting Agenda here

District of 100 Mile House response to West Fraser Sawmill Closure Announcement

Courtesy of the District of 100 Mile House:

The District of 100 Mile House is profoundly disappointed in response to yesterday’s announcement that West Fraser plans to permanently cease operations at their 100 Mile House sawmill location.

This closure will have deep impacts in the community.  It will mean difficult times for the forestry workers, their families, local businesses, schools, support industries, the District, and many others.  The job loss impacts will be immediate, and other impacts may take more time to surface.       

“We sincerely feel for the employees who are directly impacted by West Fraser’s business decision”, says 100 Mile House Mayor Maureen Pinkney, “for their families, and for the community as a whole.”  History has proven that an industry closure is a crisis for the whole community.     

The District of 100 Mile House will be focused on advancing and supporting the many promising economic opportunities in 100 Mile House.  Commercial activity is strong, housing is still affordable, people are relocating to the region, we have a busy highway corridor and visitor economy, and several large projects are in progress.  Council and staff will also be looking for ways to maintain municipal infrastructure and local government operations in what will surely result in a reduced tax base.       

“We’ve been through mill closures before, weathered difficult economic times, and have come out stronger in the end.  Our community has an amazing network of support agencies and a willingness to work together to support impacted workers and families.”  Mayor Pinkney encourages residents to pull together, support one another, and focus on getting through this challenge together. 

Quesnel City Council Highlights - Nov 4th, 2025 mtg

Courtesy of the City of Quesnel:

Commemorative Crosswalk - Thank you, Lhtako!

Lhtako Dene approached the City proposing a veteran commemorative crosswalk and offered to cover the installation and ongoing maintenance costs.  Within a couple of days, a location was chosen, and staff had the painters booked so it would be in place in time for Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day!  Thank you to the Lhtako Dene Nation for sponsoring the commemorative crosswalk on Kinchant Street.

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Official Community Plan & Zoning bylaws

Council provided first reading to City of Quesnel Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1979 of 2025 and City of Quesnel Zoning Bylaw No. 1980 of 2025, directed staff to hold a public consultation session to answer community questions on Tuesday, December 2nd, at 4:30 pm in Council Chambers and set the Public Hearing date for the bylaws to follow on Tuesday, December 2nd, at 5:30 pm in Council Chambers.

 

Bylaw Links

• Official Community Plan
• Zoning Bylaw

Committee Meetings

• October 28, 2025 - Airport Advisory Committee
• October 29, 2025 - Governance & Strategy Committee

Grants

• Council ratified the time-sensitive electronic vote for a resolution of support for Quesnel Downtown Association's application to the provincial Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program (REDIP) for the proposed project, “Random Acts of Shopping”.

Council approved the following Northern Development Initiative Trust grant applications:

• Economic Development Capacity Building - $50,000 to support the salary of the Manager of Economic Development & Tourism.
• Grant Writing Support - $8,000 and $2,500 included in the 2026 operating budget for the Economic Development Coordinator’s salary.
• Business Façade Improvement - $20,000
• Local Government Intern program - up to $55,000 and Council committed to providing sufficient financial and staffing resources to host the intern, provide training and exposure opportunities and include $20,750 in the 2026 and 2027 operating budgets to cover the City’s contribution.

Snow Contractor's Liability Insurance

Council approved service provider agreements with Kelly Kirkham and Kodiak Mechanical for the 2025/2026 winter season.

 

Operations Plan update

The City Manager reported that the operations plan was developed and approved in the spring following the adoption of Council’s new strategic plan. The operations plan documents the annual objectives that Council has directed staff pursue to report on progress for the strategic plan. At this time, administration is on track to complete the operations plan for 2025.

 

Bylaws

• 1978 - City of Quesnel Comprehensive Fees Amendment Bylaw 1978, 2025 - Final Adoption
• 1979 - City of Quesnel Official Community Plan Bylaw 1979, 2025 - First Reading and Set Public Hearing Date for December 2, 2025, at 5:30 pm
• 1980 - City of Quesnel Zoning Bylaw 1980, 2025 - First Reading and Set Public Hearing Date for December 2, 2025, at 5:30 pm

Announcements

The Rotary Club of Quesnel was founded on November 2, 1955 and is celebrating their 70th anniversary this year. Although 70 years is a milestone, they have decided to save the celebration for their 75th anniversary to focus on Dr. John Havens' inspiring 60 years of active service to the club and our community.

The Witness Blanket - After many months of community coordination, the College of New Caledonia (CNC) will host The Witness Blanket, created by artist Carey Newman, that recognizes the experiences of Residential School Survivors and the ongoing journey toward truth and reconciliation. Created from 887 reclaimed and donated objects from residential schools, churches, government buildings, and cultural structures across Canada. The Witness Blanket is a symbol of national reconciliation.

• November 5 – 21, 2025 - On display at the CNC Quesnel Campus
• November 13, 2025, at 10:00 am - Opening event at the Quesnel campus. A collaboration between the Quesnel Tillicum Society and CNC.

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Next regularly scheduled Council meeting:  Tuesday, November 25, 2025