Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK)

Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Situated in the beautiful East Kootenay, the RDEK provides over 100 different services to our rural communities and municipalities.

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For residents in Elkford and area - here is the latest update on the water service disruption along with info on how to ...
06/17/2026

For residents in Elkford and area - here is the latest update on the water service disruption along with info on how to keep updated moving forward.

BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED - WOOD LANE (posted: June 16, 2026)The lab results have been returned, and the Boil Water No...
06/16/2026

BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED - WOOD LANE (posted: June 16, 2026)

The lab results have been returned, and the Boil Water Notice for the isolated section on Wood Lane has been RESCINDED.

Regular water use can resume.

Residents of Electoral Area F are encouraged to attend an Information Night and Volunteer of the Year Celebration this T...
06/16/2026

Residents of Electoral Area F are encouraged to attend an Information Night and Volunteer of the Year Celebration this Thursday, June 18, at 7:00 p.m. at the Windermere Community Hall.

Information updates on the agenda include:
🔹 Short-term Rental Process Changes
🔹 The Rural Transfer Station Optimization Project
🔹 The Five-Year Financial Plan

The evening will begin with Area F Director Susan Clovechok recognizing the Area F Volunteer of the Year, Raylene Oram, then sharing a report, followed by RDEK staff providing updates on the above items.

After the formal portion of the evening concludes, we will break into an open-house format featuring a variety of stations dedicated to specific projects and services, including utilities, FireSmart, and emergency management.

Join us to learn more about the work underway in Area F.

NEWS RELEASE: East Kootenay FireSmart Program Recognizes Sand Creek Lions Club for Wildfire Mitigation Efforts (Posted 0...
06/16/2026

NEWS RELEASE: East Kootenay FireSmart Program Recognizes Sand Creek Lions Club for Wildfire Mitigation Efforts (Posted 06.16.26)

The East Kootenay FireSmart Program is recognizing the Sand Creek Lions Club in Jaffray for its outstanding volunteer efforts to support FireSmart activities in the community.

On Sunday, June 14, 2026, during the Lions Club year-end BBQ held at the Jaffray Community Hall, the East Kootenay FireSmart Program thanked the service group for stepping up to assist with mitigation work in areas they identified as needing attention.

The Sand Creek Lions Club, along with RDEK Local FireSmart Representative Jessica Chalmers, helped complete cleanup work around the seniors’ residence complex in Jaffray, improving the area by reducing vegetation, debris, and other combustible materials that can contribute to wildfire risk. The group also assisted at a local senior’s home where there was significant blowdown and debris that the resident was unable to manage independently.

“These kinds of community-led efforts are what make FireSmart successful,” says FireSmart Coordinator Sloane More. “The Sand Creek Lions Club saw where help was needed and took action. Their work not only supported wildfire risk reduction but also helped connect people in the community through practical, meaningful service.”

In recognition of the group’s efforts and to support future mitigation projects, the East Kootenay FireSmart Program donated a pole saw to the Sand Creek Lions Club.

The FireSmart program relies on strong community partnerships to help residents reduce wildfire risk around homes, neighbourhoods, and community facilities. Volunteer contributions like these play an important role in building safer, more resilient communities across the East Kootenay.

For more information about FireSmart in the East Kootenay, visit www.engage.rdek.bc.ca/firesmart

Photos: Members of the Sand Creek Lions Club and RDEK Local FireSmart Representative Jessica Chalmers.

UPDATE: TRANSFER STATION RE-OPENING SLIGHTLY DELAYED (posted: June 17, 2026 - 10:55am)The Fernie Transfer Station is now...
06/15/2026

UPDATE: TRANSFER STATION RE-OPENING SLIGHTLY DELAYED (posted: June 17, 2026 - 10:55am)

The Fernie Transfer Station is now anticipated to re-open at 2:00pm today (June 17) following scheduled site maintenance. The Sparwood Transfer Station on Highway 3 south of Sparwood remains open as an alternate location for residents.

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ORIGINAL POST:
REMINDER: The Fernie Transfer Station will be closed from 12:30 pm Tuesday, June 16, to approximately 1:00 pm Wednesday, June 17, for scheduled maintenance.
During the closure, the Sparwood Transfer Station, located at 1001 Highway 3 south of Sparwood, will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this period.

Everyone in Electoral Area E is encouraged to attend an Information Meeting tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. at the Wasa Comm...
06/14/2026

Everyone in Electoral Area E is encouraged to attend an Information Meeting tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. at the Wasa Community Hall.

The evening will begin with Area E Director Jane Walter sharing an update and then continue with RDEK staff providing an update on key RDEK initiatives and services affecting Area E, including the Rural Transfer Station Optimization Project, the Accessory Dwelling Unit Planning Process, the Mosquito Control Program, and Five-Year Financial Plan.

Following the project updates, we will transition to an open-house format, breaking into stations dedicated to specific projects and services.

Join us to learn more about the work underway in Area E.

Our summer students Lauren and Eve are having a great time at Coal Miner Days in Sparwood. Watch for them at events, par...
06/13/2026

Our summer students Lauren and Eve are having a great time at Coal Miner Days in Sparwood. Watch for them at events, parades and markets all summer as they help answer your questions about recycling and solid waste disposal!

BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED - RUSHMERE WATER SYSTEM (posted: June 12, 2026)The Boil Water Notice for the Rushmere Water ...
06/12/2026

BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED - RUSHMERE WATER SYSTEM (posted: June 12, 2026)

The Boil Water Notice for the Rushmere Water System has been LIFTED and regular water consumption can resume.

The Notice had been in effect since last week following a mechanical issue within the plant requiring emergency repairs. Lab results were just returned, and the Boil Water Notice has been rescinded.

The Fernie Transfer Station will be closed from 12:30 pm Tuesday, June 16, to approximately 1:00 pm Wednesday, June 17, ...
06/12/2026

The Fernie Transfer Station will be closed from 12:30 pm Tuesday, June 16, to approximately 1:00 pm Wednesday, June 17, for scheduled maintenance, including repairs and grading to the road surfaces on site.
During this closure, the Sparwood Transfer Station (1001 Hwy 3, south of Sparwood) will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
We appreciate your patience and understanding.

The Water Quality Advisory has been RESCINDED for the Edgewater Water System and regular water consumption can resume fo...
06/11/2026

The Water Quality Advisory has been RESCINDED for the Edgewater Water System and regular water consumption can resume for all users on the water system.

The Advisory had been in effect since late May following increased turbidity levels in the midst of spring runoff. Those turbidity levels have now dropped and lab results have been returned, so the Advisory has been lifted.

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