The completion of the largest construction project in the history of the Regional District of East Kootenay was officially celebrated […]

At the town hall public meeting Jeri Mitchell was described as a “bright star” in the Elk Valley was honoured.

The RDEK Board of Directors has asked staff to begin negotiations on an agreement with Recycle BC to establish and operate Recycle BC depots at six of its staffed locations.

The Regional District of East Kootenay Area A has named its 2018 Electoral Area Volunteer of the Year. “Today, more […]

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors believes the region is already being impacted by the announcement and wants assurances the Tax will not be implemented in the region

If I was looking for one word to sum up 2017 for the RDEK, I would say ADAPT.

Fernie resident Johnny Shaw has been officially recognized as the 2017 Electoral Area A Volunteer of the Year.

Fernie had a lightening strike caused fire Wednesday evening shortly after 9PM at Fernie Alpine Resort on Snake Ridge. It was quickly reported and extinguished with helicopter and ground crew support.

The BC Wildfire Service have 40 personnel on it, one helicopter, air tanker support, five pieces of heavy equipment, and have some machine guard and retardant guard on the south flank.

Extreme Fire Danger in Region has the RDEK Pleading with Public to be Smart

The RDEK has self-fill Sandbag Stations and is encouraging area residents to be aware of the potential for rising or rapidly changing conditions in area waterways.

West Fernie Servicing & Restructure Project Phase 2 Construction Contract Awarded