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The Village of Sayward Council Meeting – Tuesday, May 26th

The Village of Sayward has announced its Regular Meeting of Council scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. This public notice invites residents to participate in local governance.

Why This Meeting Matters

Local council meetings are where decisions shaping the community’s future are made — from infrastructure improvements to environmental initiatives. Sayward’s open-door approach ensures transparency and encourages residents to share their perspectives directly with the Mayor and Council.

How to Participate

Attend in person: The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers.
Submit questions or comments: Written submissions are accepted until the meeting begins.
Reach out via email: Send your thoughts to village@saywardvalley.ca.
Drop off letters: Deliver them to the Village Office at 652 H’Kusam Way, Sayward, BC.

Cruise Ship Viewing Schedule May 23rd To 29th

The following schedule is based on published Vancouver Alaska cruise departures and typical Inside Passage transit times past Kelsey Bay. Times are approximate and can vary due to tides, weather, traffic, and vessel speed. Northbound ships are generally heading toward Alaska, while southbound ships are returning toward Vancouver.

Date	Estimated Time at Kelsey Bay	Direction	Ship
Saturday, May 23	7:00 AM – 9:00 AM	Northbound	ms Koningsdam
Saturday, May 23	7:30 AM – 9:30 AM	Northbound	Discovery Princess
Saturday, May 23	8:00 AM – 10:00 AM	Northbound	Star Seeker
Sunday, May 24	7:00 AM – 9:00 AM	Northbound	Celebrity Solstice
Sunday, May 24	7:30 AM – 9:30 AM	Northbound	Serenade of the Seas
Sunday, May 24	8:00 AM – 10:00 AM	Northbound	ms Westerdam
Monday, May 25	9:00 AM – 11:00 AM	Northbound	Disney Wonder
Tuesday, May 26	7:00 AM – 9:00 AM	Northbound	Emerald Princess
Wednesday, May 27	7:00 AM – 9:00 AM	Northbound	ms Zaandam
Wednesday, May 27	7:30 AM – 9:30 AM	Northbound	Island Princess
Wednesday, May 27	Variable / likely daylight transit	Northbound	Viking Venus
Thursday, May 28	9:00 AM – 11:00 AM	Northbound	Disney Magic
Thursday, May 28	Afternoon / Evening	Northbound	Silver Whisper
Friday, May 29	7:00 AM – 9:00 AM	Northbound	Seabourn Encore
Friday, May 29	Late Evening / Overnight	Northbound	Ovation of the Seas

Best Viewing Tips

Morning northbound traffic is usually easiest to spot from the Kelsey Bay Wharf area.
Binoculars help identify ships while they are still rounding the bends south of Johnstone Strait.
Calm mornings generally provide the clearest viewing conditions.
Southbound vessels returning to Vancouver often pass several days later, commonly during afternoon or evening hours.

Free Curbside Yard Waste Pickup On June 8th

Residents in the Sayward area are being encouraged to clean up their properties and reduce wildfire risks as part of a free yard wood debris pickup program taking place Monday, June 8.

According to the Strathcona Regional District, residents should place eligible wood debris at the end of their driveways by 9 a.m. on June 8 for collection and chipping. The initiative is part of ongoing FireSmart efforts aimed at helping property owners reduce combustible materials around homes and neighbourhoods.

The program is being funded through the Village of Sayward’s 2025 FireSmart Community and Funding Support Grant, allowing debris to be disposed of free of charge. Depending on participation levels, crews may require several days to complete all pickups.

Residents do not need to register in advance, although organizers ask anyone with a difficult-to-find driveway to contact the SRD so their property can be added to a special list.

Accepted materials include tree trimmings and branches under 16 centimetres in diameter and no longer than 10 metres. Organizers say debris piles must not contain rocks, nails, roots, treated lumber, or invasive plant species such as Scotch broom or knotweed. Residents are also reminded not to block roadways when placing debris out for pickup.

The SRD notes there is no limit to the amount of eligible wood debris that can be chipped, provided materials meet program guidelines. Wood chips generated through the process will not be returned to residents due to FireSmart fuel reduction principles.

Village Of Sayward Street Sweeping – May 26

The Village of Sayward would like to inform residents that annual municipal street sweeping operations will take place throughout the community on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, beginning at 8:00 a.m. Sweeping activities are expected to continue for most of the day as crews work to clean roadways across the Village.

Residents are kindly requested to assist with this important maintenance program by removing parked vehicles from streets and roadways during scheduled sweeping hours whenever possible. Clear road access allows crews to complete the work more efficiently and helps ensure that all areas can be properly cleaned.

Motorists are reminded that street sweeping equipment travels slowly and may make frequent stops while operating. Drivers are encouraged to use caution, reduce speed, and exercise patience when approaching or passing sweeping crews to help keep both workers and the public safe.

Street sweeping is an essential service that contributes to the cleanliness, safety, and environmental health of our community. By removing sand, dirt, leaves, litter, and other debris from road surfaces, the program helps: