Strathcona Regional District

06/03/2026

National AccessAbility Week | Day 4
May 31 – June 6

As we continue recognizing National AccessAbility Week, we're sharing stories from local residents with lived experience that highlight the importance of accessibility and inclusion in our communities.

🎥 Today, we're sharing Kris's story. Kris reflects on how accessibility supports independence and confidence, highlighting the importance of creating communities where everyone can access the spaces, services, and opportunities they need.

Share your feedback, experiences, and ideas for improvement at srd.ca/accessibility

SRD Accessibility and Inclusion initiatives are delivered in partnership with the City of Campbell River, the Villages of Sayward, Gold River, Zeballos and Tahsis, SD84 Vancouver Island West and Vancouver Island Regional Library.

These videos were created with generous production support from Jolly Good Multimedia.

06/02/2026

Sayward Clean-Up Days

• July 18 & 19, 2026 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Main Road Yard - 797 Island Hwy, Sayward, BC

Start gathering your household waste that is too large for curbside collection as well as small & large appliances, electronics and tires. Sayward clean-up days are coming soon. Items can be dropped off at Main Road Yard from 9 am - 4 pm

Not Accepted - Drywall and hazardous waste.

Reminder - Motor oil, filters, antifreeze and single use packaging such as: cardboard, tin, foam, hard and soft plastics can be brought to the Sayward Recycling Depot. This material is prohibited from going into the garbage

You must be able to unload and sort your own items. Habitat for Humanity ReStore will be on-site to collect gently used household items for donation. CSWM thanks Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable for their continued partnership.

Have questions? Call: 250-792-0026 or email: [email protected]

Learn more > www.cswm.ca/saywardcleanupdays

06/02/2026

National AccessAbility Week | Day 3
May 31 – June 6

As part of National AccessAbility Week, the SRD is joining organizations and communities across Canada in recognizing the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and equal participation for all. This week is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of persons with disabilities and reflect on how we can continue building more accessible communities.

Throughout the week, we'll share a daily video from our accessibility film series, featuring local residents and their lived experiences. These stories help spark important conversations about creating communities where everyone can participate fully.

🎥 Today, we're sharing Steve's story. After losing his sight following an industrial accident, Steve reflects on the challenges of navigating a world that isn't always accessible and the importance of creating communities where everyone can participate with dignity and independence.

We invite residents to share accessibility barriers, positive experiences, and ideas for improvement at srd.ca/accessibility

SRD Accessibility and Inclusion initiatives are delivered in partnership with the City of Campbell River, the Villages of Zeballos, Gold River, Sayward, and Tahsis, SD84 Vancouver Island West, and Vancouver Island Regional Library. These videos were created with generous production support from Jolly Good Multimedia.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

National AccessAbility Week | Day 2
May 31 – June 6

The SRD is joining communities across Canada in recognizing National AccessAbility Week (NAAW), a time to celebrate the contributions of persons with disabilities and raise awareness about the importance of accessibility and inclusion.

Throughout the week, we'll be sharing a daily video from our accessibility film series featuring local residents and their lived experiences. These stories help spark important conversations about creating communities where everyone can participate fully.

🎥 Today, we're sharing Kristine's story. Her experience highlights the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and creating communities where everyone feels they belong.

We also invite residents to share accessibility barriers, positive experiences, and ideas for improvement through our online feedback tool: srd.ca/accessibility

SRD Accessibility and Inclusion initiatives are delivered in partnership with the City of Campbell River, the Villages of Zeballos, Sayward, Gold River and Tahsis, SD84 Vancouver Island West and Vancouver Island Regional Library. These videos were created with generous production support from Jolly Good Multimedia.

05/26/2026

Notice of Temporary Trail Closure - Oyster River Nature Park

The Fisherman's Trail will be temporarily closed: May 27th to May 28th.

The closure may also affect use of the southern parking lot.

The trail closure is necessary to repair flood damage and complete parking lot maintenance.

Please do not enter the work area and follow all signage, barriers and direction of the construction crew.

Parking along Regent Rd and access to other trails in the park will not be affected by this work.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

Learn More >>> srd.ca/parks

05/21/2026

WE’RE HIRING – JOIN THE JUST LIKE HOME LODGE TEAM!

The SRD is excited to recruit for two important roles at the new Just Like Home Lodge — a welcoming “home-away-from-home” for patients, families, and caregivers travelling to Campbell River for medical care and specialized services not available in their home communities. Located near the Campbell River Hospital, the Lodge is currently under construction and is scheduled to be completed this summer, with plans to welcome guests this fall.

We are currently hiring for:
🏡 Just Like Home Lodge Coordinator (Full-Time) $34-$39
🤝 Just Like Home Lodge Hosts (Part-Time & Casual) $31-$35

If you are service-oriented, organized, community-minded, and passionate about helping others feel supported and welcomed, we’d love to hear from you.
• Competitive wages
• Meaningful, community-focused work
• Opportunity to help launch a brand-new local service
• Supportive team environment

📅 Application deadline: June 9, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Learn more and apply today at srd.ca/careers
Find out more about this exciting project and subscribe for updates at justlikehomecr.ca

Together, we’re creating a place of comfort, connection, and care for people across the region when they need it most. 💙

Join Our Team! The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) will accept employment applications for any advertised position. Please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and copies of your certifications with your application. We thank all applicants for your interest in working with us; however, plea...

05/14/2026

Campfire Bans Lifted in Most Strathcona Regional District Areas

The Coastal Fire Centre is lifting its campfire ban, and several local fire service areas within the Strathcona Regional District are following suit due to changing weather conditions and a reduction in wildfire risk.

Effective 12:00 pm on Friday, May 15, 2026, campfires will once again be permitted in the following areas:

• All of Electoral Area A (Kyuquot/Nootka–Sayward)
• All of Electoral Area B (Cortes Island)
• All of Electoral Area C (Quadra & Discovery Islands) - Please note: beach fires remain prohibited year-round within the South Quadra Island Improvement District.
• All of Electoral Area D (Oyster Bay / Buttle Lake), except within the Black Creek / Oyster Bay Fire Protection Local Area (serviced by the Oyster River Fire Department - see map link in comments)
• City of Campbell River
• Village of Sayward
• Village of Tahsis
• Village of Zeballos

Campfires, backyard fires, and beach fires will remain prohibited in the following areas:

• Black Creek / Oyster Bay Fire Protection Local Area (serviced by the Oyster River Fire Department - see map link in comments)
• Village of Gold River
• South Quadra Island Improvement District (beach fires remain prohibited)

Please note that Category 2 and Category 3 fires — any fire larger than 0.5 metres by 0.5 metres — remain prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre jurisdiction.

Although the campfire ban has been lifted in many areas, residents are encouraged to continue exercising caution and diligence when using campfires. Fires should never be left unattended, and anyone lighting a fire must have appropriate tools or water available to fully extinguish it.

Residents should always check current local and provincial fire restrictions before lighting any fire.

To stay informed, learn more about fire restrictions, or determine which fire protection area you reside in, please visit: www.srd.ca/fire-protection

05/12/2026

REMINDER: Join us for a structured, facilitated community discussion on Quadra Island elements of the Area C Official Community Plan tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

• Discussion focus: Aquaculture, Agriculture, Tourism &
Economic Development

• Location: Quadra Island Community Centre

• Time: 6:00 pm

* See website for additional sessions for both Quadra Island and Outer Discovery Islands. Learn more >>> srd.ca/area-c-ocp

05/12/2026

Area D Properties - Please bring your wood debris to the end of your driveway by 9:00am on Monday May 25th, 2026.

https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/dede3c91-8ddd-4f0d-b8ba-6b2328c91c24

The SRD encourages you to FireSmart your property by bringing your wood debris to the end of your driveway by 9:00am on Monday May 25th, 2026. Chipping trucks will be in Area D starting May 25th until all piles have been serviced.

No registration is required.
Ideally all the "butt ends" of branches are pointed the same way so they can be fed efficiently into the chipper.·
Tree trimmings must be under 16 cms in diameter and 10 m length max.·
No invasive species such as Scotch Broom, English Holly, Giant Hogweed and Knotweed.·
The contractor reserves the right not to pickup any piles that they feel does not meet these rules.· Do not block traffic by piling debris on the road.·
Any debris brought to the end of driveways after 9:00am on Monday May 24th may not be picked up.