Sayward News
Strathcona Regional District Area A Director’s Report – May 2, 2025
New Valley-Village Fire Service I expect everyone has already seen the improvements to our Valley Fire Hall that have been made since the Strathcona Regional District (SRD) has taken over control of our fire department. We have approved the purchase of a new Search...
New Business Credit Card Offers Unparalleled Flexibility And Rewards
Empowering Businesses with the Keep Mastercard In the fast-paced world of business, having the right financial tools can make all the difference. Enter the Keep Mastercard—a game-changer for Canadian businesses looking to streamline their finances and unlock new...
SRD Board Approves 2025–2029 Financial Plan, Prioritizing Community Wellbeing And Sustainability
SRD Board Approves 2025–2029 Financial Plan, Prioritizing Community Well-being and Sustainability The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) Board has officially adopted its 2025–2029 Financial Plan, reaffirming a focus on strategic investments, fiscal responsibility, and...
Mt. Cain And Mt. Washington Expecting Highest Snowfalls In North America This Week
Although we are well into April, the Vancouver Island ski season is still going strong. The snowfall forecast for alpine resorts between April 6th and April 15th, 2025, are extremely favourable to Mt. Cain and Mt. Washington. In fact, these Vancouver Island mountains...
City Of Campbell River Considering Plans To Make Drastic Cuts To Funding For Strathcona Regional District
**Update Sayward residents did not end up being impacted by proposed property tax increases. There was some discussion of that, but the motion was defeated. Strathcona Regional District funding is weighted. As such, Campbell River does contribute the largest amount of...
Nature Trust Nearing Fundraising Goal For Expanded Salmon River Protection Area
The Xwésam (Salmon) River on Vancouver Island plays a crucial role for all five species of Pacific salmon, along with cutthroat trout and steelhead. Its river and estuary provide a safe haven for some of British Columbia's most iconic wildlife, such as the majestic...
Fuel Spill Near Campbell River Airport Elicits Multi-Agency Response
On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, the City of Campbell River was alerted to a fuel spill on privately leased land at the Campbell River Airport (YBL). The incident has been reported to the provincial authorities, and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada has been...
Wounded Warriors Run Arrives In Sayward February 24 2025
The Wounded Warrior Run BC 2025 is an inspiring journey across Vancouver Island, bringing communities together to raise awareness and support for the essential mental health programs offered by Wounded Warriors Canada. These initiatives provide crucial aid to trauma...
Increased Risk Of Avalanche Activity From Series Of Winter Storms
Avalanche Canada has updated the risk of avalanche activity on mountain peaks around the Sayward Valley from "low" to "medium". The Sunday forecast for coastal regions calls for heavy snowfall in the mountains with accumulations of 20cm to 40cm. Freezing levels will...
Canadian Coast Guard And Heiltsuk Tribal Council Collaborate On Fisherman Rescue And Spill Cleanup
On February 19th, the Canadian Coast Guard, alongside its partners, responded to a capsized fishing vessel near Napier Point, approximately 3 km south of Bella Bella, British Columbia. The crew from the Bella Bella Coast Guard station successfully rescued all four...
Field Surveys Commencing This Year For Fast Tracked Wind Farm On North Vancouver Island
Environmental work for the Brewster Wind Project, located northwest of Campbell River, is set to begin this year, as outlined in a letter from Capstone Infrastructure, a Toronto-based power producer, to the Strathcona Regional District. The environmental planning will...
Heavy Rain And Powerful Winds Wreak Havoc Across North Vancouver Island
Heavy rain and strong winds are pounding parts of British Columbia, prompting warnings from Environment Canada. Alerts for damaging winds have been issued for North Vancouver Island, including Sayward and Kelsey Bay. Winds could reach up to 100 km/h on the west side...
