A project like a firehall for a small city like ours is bound to create a lot of conversation, debate, and both opposition and support.

During the sixteen years I served as councillor and mayor for the City of Fernie, I was involved in decision-making […]

Concerns regarding the impacts of record-low snowpacks on B.C.’s freshwater supplies are mounting following the release of the most recent snow survey report.

By Keith Liggett There is a gross mis-understanding in the discussion about the eviction of the Blue Toque. This eviction […]

The Columbia Basin benefits from the wide range of food that is grown right in the region. Now, 26 farms […]

The Regional District of East Kootenay has just released a Climate Action Plan engagement summary, including the results of the recent public survey.

A Province/Trust partnership provides nearly $1.8 million to 11 local projects

On January 23rd at the Regular Council Meeting, Council selected a portion of Prentice Park as the New Fire Hall […]

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors will holding a special budget meeting on Wednesday, February 7 […]

Recent legislative changes to the Local Government Act by the Province of BC are going to impact the public hearing […]

Fernie Search and Rescue has confirmed that they remain unaffected by the reported turmoil between BC SAR and Emergency Management and Climate Readiness.

The Fire Hall should be on Highway 3 with quick access to the vast majority of their incidents.