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Sayward Events
Sayward Valley Show and Shine – August 23
The annual show and shine is happening soon once again on August 23rd at 10am at the Sayward Valley Resort - 1546 Sayward Road. All vehicles are welcome. Sayward Fire Department will be hosting a bbq, there will be bingo at 12pm and a cruise to the Village of Sayward...
Live Music In The Village Gazebo – August 15
Thanks to a sponsorship by Neighbourhood Small Grants, the Village Gazebo will feature live music on Friday, August 15th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Come enjoy free music from local musicians and ice cream while it lasts.
Vacation Bible School – August 25 to 29
Sayward Christian Fellowship is hosting a Vacation Bible School for children 4 and up. This program is running from August 25 to 29, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at 741 Gentry Road. Topics will include bible stories, missionary stories, crafts, games, songs and snacks. For...
July Sayward Clean-Up Days
Got oversized household waste or recyclables that usually require a trip to Campbell River? Skip the drive—bring them to Sayward Clean-Up Days and dispose of them responsibly, right here in your community. Event Details Location: Main Road Yard – 797 Island Highway,...
Kelsey Centre Teen Night Year End Party – May 30th
Mural Painting 5pm Join local artist Rachel Boult in adding to the Kelsey Centre mural. Food, Music, Marshmallow Roast 6pm - 8pm Welcoming all Sayward teens ages 11 to 18.
Sayward Volunteer Fire Department Annual Mothers Day Tea – May 11th
The Sayward Volunteer Fire Department is pleased to host the annual Mother's Day Tea on May 11th from 10am to 2pm at Hall #1 in the village. Enjoy tea and snacks served by your local firefighters!
Sayward News
Surge of Sockeye: Record Numbers Detected Early in Johnstone Strait Waters
Early sockeye salmon counts in Johnstone Strait are raising hopes for a strong run this season. On July 31, the test fishery recorded a staggering 14,550 sockeye—the highest single-day total for July since monitoring began. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO)...
Temporary Service Disruption at Port Hardy Hospital
Due to a temporary equipment issue, the Emergency Department (ED) at Port Hardy Hospital is currently closed. It is expected to reopen at 7 a.m. on Sunday, August 4. All other inpatient services at Port Hardy Hospital remain open and operating as usual. If you are...
North Island Lights Up Again After Rapid Emergency Response
A scheduled emergency power outage on Thursday, July 3, temporarily cut electricity to the entire Woss-to-north region—except for Port Alice, which remained powered by a generator. The outage, which lasted from 12 to 5 p.m., was prompted by the discovery of a broken...
Watering Restrictions
Watering restrictions are in effect to ensure sufficient water reserves for firefighting and adequate supply for all residents. Please adhere to the following schedule for outdoor water use: Even Numbered AddressesWatering permitted on even numbered dates Odd Numbered...
Sayward Grizzly Bear Interactions
In the past months there has been significant public concern around the behaviour of a sow grizzly with two cubs and a separate boar that have established a territory in much of the residential area of the Village of Sayward and the SRD Area A. We have compiled a...
Strathcona Regional District Secures $360,000 to Enhance Emergency Communications and Preparedness
The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) has been awarded $360,000 through the 2025 Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) grant program—an important step in enhancing emergency preparedness and response across North Island and coastal communities. The funding will support...
Sayward Places
Population
Land Area
Year Settled
Governance
Sayward consists of two distinct governance areas.
The Sayward Valley encompasses most of the land mass of Sayward and is home to approximately 864 residents. The Sayward Valley is located in the Strathcona Regional District Area A. Homes and businesses within the Strathcona Regional District are spaced far apart, rely on water wells and septic systems, and have weekly garbage collection. Electricity, propane, oil furnaces, woodstoves and satellite internet are the primary utilities.
The Village of Sayward is a small municipality near the ocean front with approximately 334 residents. Homes and businesses within the Village of Sayward are in close proximity to each other. The Village of Sayward has municipal water and sewer services with weekly garbage collection. Electricity, propane, oil furnaces, woodstoves, cellular phones, cellular internet and satellite internet are the primary utilities.
Strathcona Regional District Area A Director
Gerald Whalley
Strathcona Regional District Services and Resources
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Sayward Village Mayor
Mark Baker
Village of Sayward Services and Resources
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Strathcona Regional District
Regional Office
Open Monday to Friday 830am to 430pm
(Closed on Statuatory Holidays)
Administration@SRD.ca
Village of Sayward
Municipal Office
Open Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
(Closed on Statuatory Holidays)
More Representatives
Trustee
Shannon Briggs
250.282.3364
shannon.briggs@sd72.bc.ca
Member of Legeslative Assembly
Anna Kindy
anna.kindy@conservativebc.ca
Member of Parliament
Rachel Blaney
250.287.9388
800.667.8404