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A Cultural Shopping Feast
Walking along 2nd Avenue today you would be surprised to learn that 20 years ago the arts scene in Fernie was less than vibrant. Today, a stroll through our historic downtown is a cultural shopping feast.
2,400 New Affordable Rental Homes on The Way in B.C.
More than 2,400 new affordable rental homes are coming for people with moderate and low incomes in 39 communities throughout the province.
RDEK Urges Residents to Be Prepared: High Stream Flow Advisory Issued for Region
The RDEK is reminding residents about the need to be cautious around all waterways and prepared in the event of seasonal flooding as the warm temperatures this week have resulted in melting of the higher elevation snowpack.
Columbia Basin Trust Partners with First Nations in the Basin to Create Local Housing Solutions
First Nations in the Columbia Basin are moving ahead with building and improving housing stock—adding additional affordable housing options and professional development opportunities—while being supported by unique and innovative partnerships.
Area A Budget Supporting Wide Range of Projects in Spite of Overall Decrease
In spite of a decrease of 4.1% on an average residential assessment for 2021, the Electoral Area A portion of the RDEK’s budget is already making a big impact through the programs and services its supports.
Budget Blues
On August 14, 2017 Council received a report from the late Lloyd Smith, our Director of Leisure Services on the condition of our public works building. For those of us in the room, it was startling.
