Recycling
There are many different recycling options in the East Kootenay to keep waste of our landfills.
Active Projects
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Rural Transfer Stations Optimization Project
The RDEK is seeking feedback from the public on how the rural transfer stations are used and what services are important to those who use them.
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2026-2030 Financial Plan
The RDEK Board of Directors will review the DRAFT 2026-2030 Financial Plan February 11th. A public comment period will open the week of February 17.
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ReDi Grants
ReDi Grants is a program of Columbia Basin Trust delivered in partnership with local governments and First Nations.
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Area C Rec & Culture Contribution Service Survey
The RDEK completed a survey seeking feedback from Electoral Area C residents on their feelings toward creating an Area C Contribution Service to assist the City of Cranbrook Recreation and Culture Services.
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Volunteers of the Year 2026
The nomination process for the 2026 Volunteers of the Year is now open.
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Accessory Dwelling Unit Planning Process
A new planning process is underway to identify needed updates to zoning and land use bylaw regulations regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
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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.
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Fairmont Hazard Guidance Project
The project is aimed at guiding future development in Fairmont Hot Springs within the context of the natural hazards present.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Elko Fire Hall Expansion
The upcoming Elko Fire Hall expansion will add approximately 1,300 sqft to the existing hall, increasing storage and apparatus housing capacity, and ensuring the hall has the facilities required for firefighter use.
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Area B Parks Management Plans
The RDEK is currently seeking feedback on the DRAFT Parks Management Plans for three Area B Parks: Tie Lake Regional Park, Rosen Lake Accesses and Dawson's Path.
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RDEK Accessibility Plan
Visit this page to learn more about the RDEK Accessibility Plan or provide feedback on accessibility in the region.
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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.
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Regional Organics Initiative
Construction is underway on three organics receiving and processing facilities in the East Kootenay.
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Radium Transfer Station
The RDEK's newest transfer station is now open in Radium.
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Buoy Tagging - Lake Windermere
Over the coming weeks, the RDEK will be implementing a new tagging system for mooring buoys on the zoned portion of Lake Windermere.
Inactive / Recently Completed Projects
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RDEK Climate Action Plan
The RDEK's Plan lays out actions to reduce emissions and increase resilience both in the region and in corporate operations.
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Elk Valley OCP
The Elk Valley Official Community Plan has been temporarily paused due to staffing changes.
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Housing Changes
The Province has enacted legislation known as Bill 44 that requires local governments to adopt zoning bylaws that align with the new provincial legislation by June 30, 2024.
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East Kootenay Housing Needs Assessment
The RDEK has completed a Housing Needs Assessment. Learn more about the process and view the Assessment Reports.
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Edgewater Commercial Space Service - Vote
The proposal for a new commercial space service for residents in the Edgewater area will not proceed after eligible electors voted not to establish the service.
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Wycliffe Park Campground
A new campground has opened for Wycliffe Park Campground.
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Yaqakxaqⱡamki Boat Launch Park Management Plan
A planning process to formally develop the Yaqakxaqⱡamki Regional Park (Koocanusa Boat Launch) Management Plan.
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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.
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Solid Waste Management Plan Review
The RDEK completed a comprehensive review and update of its Solid Waste Management Plan in 2020.
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Short Term Rental TUP Implementation
The RDEK Short Term Rental Temporary Use Permit regulations have been adopted.
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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.
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Lake Windermere Official Community Plan
The planning process and consultation on the Lake Windermere Official Community Plan has concluded.
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Panorama Official Community Plan
The planning process and consultation for the Panorama OCP has concluded.
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Steamboat Jubilee Mountain Official Community Plan
The Steamboat Jubilee Mountain Official Community Plan was adopted by the RDEK Board on April 9, 2021.
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Columbia Lake Management Plan
The Columbia Lake Management Plan has been adopted by the RDEK Board.
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Area G Parks Management Plans
The Area G Parks Management Plans planning process has been completed.
