Recycling
There are many different recycling options in the East Kootenay to keep waste of our landfills.
Active Projects
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Kimberley Rural Fire Service
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, qualified electors will be voting on whether or not they are in favour of establishing a new Kimberley Rural Fire Protection Service.
Fairmont Debris Flow Mitigation
Construction is underway on the Cold Spring Creek Debris Flow Mitigation Project, which is part of the Fairmont Flood & Landslide Service.
EK Accessibility Committee
To facilitate the work of the Accessible British Columbia Act, the East Kootenay Accessibility Advisory Committee was formed in partnership with the RDEK, City of Cranbrook, Village of Canal Flats and District of Invermere.
EK FireSmart
The East Kootenay FireSmart program follows the principles of FireSmart BC and FireSmart Canada, to encourage residents to reduce the potential for wildfire impacts on their properties.
Elk Valley OCP
The Elk Valley Official Community Plan process is just getting underway.
Regional Organics Initiative
Construction is underway on three organics receiving and processing facilities in the East Kootenay.
ReDi Grants
ReDi Grants support projects that benefit the broad community and public good through community-based decision-making.
Wycliffe Regional Park Campground Development
As part of its efforts to increase recreational opportunities and enhance amenities within its regional parks system, we are in the process of developing a limited number of campsites at Wycliffe Regional Park.
RDEK Climate Action Plan
The RDEK is working on its first Climate Action Plan as our region experiences changes in our climate, more extreme wildfires, flooding, hotter summers, and poor air quality from wildfire smoke.
Rockyview Official Community Plan
The Rockyview Official Community Plan (OCP) planning process is underway and will update the current OCP and consolidate it with other plans to create one OCP and one Zoning Bylaw for the western portions of Area C.
Columbia Valley Active Transportation
The RDEK is developing an Active Transportation Plan for the Columbia Valley area that will provide strategic direction for an active transportation network to connect the region to municipalities and other community facilities.
Radium Transfer Station
The RDEK's newest transfer station is under construction in Radium!
Hosmer Fire Hall
This project page has been established to provide information about the Hosmer Fire Hall, building assessment and potential for a new hall.
Yaqakxaqⱡamki Boat Launch Parks Plan
Work is underway on a Parks Management Plan for the Yaqakxaqⱡamki Boat Launch, located on the western shores of Lake Koocanusa.
Severe Wind Event Damage Report
A Damage Report Form to help us fully understand the magnitude and scope of the Wind Event in the Columbia Valley August 23-25 weekend.
Housing Changes
The Province has enacted new legislation (Bill 44) that requires local governments to adopt zoning bylaws that align with the new provincial legislation by June 30, 2024.
Complete / Inactive Projects
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Short Term Rental TUP Implementation
The RDEK Short Term Rental Temporary Use Permit regulations have been adopted.
Five Year Financial Plan Consultation (2024-2028)
The consultation on the 2024-2028 Financial Plan is now complete and the Plan was adopted in March 2024.
East Kootenay Housing Needs Assessment
The RDEK has completed a Housing Needs Assessment. Learn more about the process and view the Assessment Reports.
Solid Waste Management Plan Review
The RDEK completed a comprehensive review and update of its Solid Waste Management Plan in 2020.
Elk Valley Floodplain Management Bylaw
This project has been temporarily postponed pending additional analysis being completed. It will remain in the inactive section of this site until project work and the public consultation process resumes.
Volunteer of the Year Nominations 2024
The nomination period for 2024 has now closed. The 2024 nominees will be honoured in spring 2024 (timing subject to change).
Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw Updates
In December 2023, the RDEK Board adopted the Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw (Bylaw No. 900) to modernize the bylaw and consolidate the amendments.
Lake Windermere Official Community Plan
The planning process and consultation on the Lake Windermere Official Community Plan has concluded.
Panorama Official Community Plan
The planning process and consultation for the Panorama OCP has concluded.
Steamboat Jubilee Mountain Official Community Plan
The Steamboat Jubilee Mountain Official Community Plan was adopted by the RDEK Board on April 9, 2021.
Columbia Lake Management Plan
The Columbia Lake Management Plan has been adopted by the RDEK Board.
Contact Us
Have questions or want to learn more about a project, contact us below:
Email info@rdek.bc.ca Website www.rdek.bc.ca/ In writing Cranbrook (Main) Office
- 19 - 24th Avenue South Cranbrook, BC V1C 3H8
- 1164 Windermere Loop Rd Invermere, BC V0A 1K3
