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RDEK ramping up security around Lake Windermere

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 30, 2025

The Regional District of East Kootenay has hired more security for Windermere Beach to patrol during the long weekend.

New RDEK planning process takes aim at accessory dwelling units

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 25, 2025

The Regional District of East Kootenay is starting a new planning process that will identifying needed updates to RDEK zoning and land use bylaw regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADU).

RDEK relaunches Rockyview OCP process

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 24, 2025

An OCP planning project to update the Rockyview OCP and consolidate it with the Moyie and Area OCP is back on the table.

FireSmart wrapping up July with multiple events

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 22, 2025

The RDEK is ending the month of July with a series of FireSmart events around the region.

RDEK introducing new buoy tagging system

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 21, 2025

The RDEK is rolling out a new tagging system for mooring buoys on Lake Windermere.

Hospital board approves money for third floor expansion

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 16, 2025

The Kootenay East Regional Hospital District (KERHD) board has committed an additional $15 million to the Oncology/Renal project at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital to support a third floor

RDEK extends occupancy for Edgewater post office

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 14, 2025

RDEK board of directors have approved an extension for the Edgewater post office as work continues for a new location.

RESCINDED: Water advisory in effect for Timber Ridge

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 2, 2025

The RDEK has issued a water quality advisory for Timber Ridge and a portion of the East Side Water System.

Tie Lake FireSmart event set for this Saturday

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 2, 2025

Residents of the Tie Lake #7 FireSmart group will have the chance to ask questions and learn more about fire resiliency at an upcoming event.

RDEK honours Area B Volunteer of the Year

Community R McCormack - June 24, 2025

The Regional District of East Kootenay has honoured long-time community-minded volunteer Curtis Gleeson as the 2025 Electoral Area B Volunteer of the Year.

Big water training planned near Elko

RDEK Josiah Spyker - June 20, 2025

The Elk Valley and South Country Rural Fire and Rescue Service will conducting big water training next week.

Predicted heavy rain across East Kootenay prompts flood watch

Emergency R McCormack - June 19, 2025

The BC River Forecast Centre issued a flood watch for the East Kootenay as potential heavy, prolonged rain is in the forecast through the weekend.

Electoral Area C Volunteer of the Year recognized for Moyie community service

RDEK R McCormack - June 17, 2025

The Regional District of East Kootenay is recognizing Bill Sanderman as the 2025 Electoral Area C Volunteer of the Year for his efforts and dedication to the region.

RDEK joins Regional Immigration Collaboration initiative

RDEK R McCormack - June 16, 2025

The Regional District of East Kootenay has signed on to a program aimed at settling skilled immigrants in B.C. to fill employment roles and operate businesses.

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