As part of its ongoing emergency preparedness efforts, the RDEK is coordinating Regional Evacuation Route Planning in partnership with all […]

The Regional District of East Kootenay’s Board of Directors continues to advocate for consistent water levels on Lake Koocanusa during […]

The RDEK is seeking input from anyone working in the tourism and hospitality sector regarding their housing needs within the […]

The Hill Road Dike Project has received the required approvals, including the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) authorization, […]

The Area Restrictions that were established around the Plumbob Mountain wildfire and Dewar Creek Wildfire have been rescinded due to […]

How you do feel about Short Term Rentals in the Regional District of the East Kootenay’s?

Residents of the Caithness Mobile Home Park in the Galloway area returned home Thursday evening after being evacuated from their […]

On the heels of the historic heat wave, and with a long, hot summer in the forecast, the RDEK is urging all rural property owners to take steps now to FireSmart their properties and help reduce the risk of damage caused by wildfire.

The RDEK is reminding residents about the need to be cautious around all waterways and prepared in the event of […]

Hospital District Keeps an Eye on the Future

The RDEK is reminding residents that the provincial system cannot be used for local emergencies such as flood and fire at this time.

Starting in May, the sale of fireworks will be prohibited in the rural parts of the RDEK, one month later […]