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Regional Board meeting highlights - Sept. 26
Posted on Friday, September 27, 2024 08:57 AM
Central Okanagan demographic and housing projections
The Regional Board was presented with an overview of demographic and housing projection scenarios for the Central Okanagan. The Central Okanagan is one of the fastest growing regions in Canada. By 2046, the region’s population is anticipated to grow by between 43,000 to 119,000 new residents. The high end of this range would bring approximately 54% more people in the working age bracket, supporting our growing economy and aging population....
Central Okanagan open burning season delayed
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 02:19 PM
The start of open burning in the Central Okanagan is delayed.
The decision was made in alignment with partners at BC Wildfire Service, as Category 3 Open Burning remains prohibited in the Kamloops Fire Centre (which includes Central Okanagan). While the fire danger rating in the region has dropped slightly due to rain, it is expected to increase over the next few days.
Fire chiefs continue to monitor conditions and await the removal of Category 3 burn restrictions. Residents are encouraged to report...
Recruitment underway for Wilson’s Landing Fire Department
Posted on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 09:59 AM
Are you ready to make a positive impact in your community? The Wilson’s Landing Fire Department is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as paid-on-call firefighters. Prospective members must reside within an eight-kilometre radius of Station 42 at 2396 Westside Road, be between the ages of 19 and 65 and be in good physical condition.
We are searching for individuals who want to represent their community and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Opportunities will be...
Wildfire recovery continues in Rose Valley Regional Park
Posted on Friday, September 20, 2024 08:42 AM
From Monday, September 23 to Tuesday, September 24, 2024, a contracted crew will be falling marked danger trees damaged by the McDougall Creek wildfire in the continued first phase of recovery for Rose Valley Regional Park. The work is a result of previous danger tree assessments to identify trees that may pose a risk to public safety in the areas where informal trails were located.
The public may notice crews in the area, the sound of power saws and heavy equipment operating in the park. Plans...
Portions of Mission Creek Regional Park trails close due to increased wildlife activity
Posted on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 03:23 PM
Effective today until further notice, a portion of the soopalalie and Kokanee Trails upstream between the Kokanee Bridge and the Cottonwood Bridge are closed in Mission Creek Regional Park for visitor safety. Increased bear activity is common at this time of year with ripening fruit and spawning Kokanee salmon returning to streams; reports and sightings of bears typically increase. Visitors are asked to obey signs and barricades indicating closures.
At this time of year, park staff recommend...
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