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Strathcona Regional District The SRD is the government body providing services to over 48,000 residents. More info > www.srd.ca

The Strathcona Regional District is the government body providing services to over 48,000 residents within north central Vancouver Island, Discovery Islands and mainland area inlets, representing four electoral areas, a First Nation community and five member municipalities. The SRD is governed by a 14-member Board of Directors comprised of elected representatives from the City of Campbell River, Ka:'yu:'k't'h'/Che:k:tles7et'h' First Nations, the Villages of Gold River, Sayward, Tahsis and Zeballos, and the four unincorporated electoral areas (Kyuquot/Nootka-Sayward, Cortes Island, Discovery Islands-Mainland Inlets, and Oyster Bay-Buttle Lake). The Strathcona Regional District respectfully acknowledges that its corporate office and Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex are located on the traditional unceded territory of the Ligʷiłdax̌ʷ people. It is also recognized that the SRD operates within the traditional, treaty and unceded territories of the Ehattesaht / Chinehkint, Homalco, Ka:'yu:'k't'h' / Che: k'tles7et'h’, Klahoose, K’ómoks, Kwiakah, Mowachaht / Muchalaht, Nuchatlaht, Tla’amin, Tlowitsis, We Wai Kai and Wei Wai K*m First Nations. The purpose of our social media pages are to enable dialogue respectfully between the Strathcona Regional District (SRD) and community members, businesses, and/or others as identified. Our public commenting guidelines on our social media pages are found here: www.srd.ca/communications

Upcoming Area C OCP Open HousesQUADRA ISLANDThese open houses are drop-in; come by anytime that suits your schedule: Tue...
10/09/2026

Upcoming Area C OCP Open Houses

QUADRA ISLAND
These open houses are drop-in; come by anytime that suits your schedule:

Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm - Quadra Island Legion (Hall)
Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm - Quadra Island Library

OUTER DISCOVERY ISLANDS
Community OCP Meeting - starts at 1:00 pm
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Surge Narrows Bunkhouse

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE
Can’t make these events? Stay tuned to the project website for more updates coming soon.
https://www.srd.ca/projects/official-community-plan-ocp-area-c

Election Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026, with polls open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (for polling locations visit: srd.ca/e...
10/07/2026

Election Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026, with polls open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (for polling locations visit: srd.ca/elections)

Can’t make it on Election Day?
Advance voting opportunity are available:

📅Advance Voting
October 7 — 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October 15 — 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
📍 Strathcona Regional District Office, 990 Cedar Street, Campbell River, B.C.

📅 Special Voting Opportunity
October 10 — 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
📍 Surge Narrows Bunkhouse, Read Island

Visit srd.ca/elections for more election information, including:
• Voting dates & locations
• Elector registration & requirements

Make your voice heard !

Election Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026, with polls open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (for polling locations visit: srd.ca/e...
10/07/2026

Election Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026, with polls open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (for polling locations visit: srd.ca/elections)

Can’t make it on Election Day? Advance voting opportunity are available:

📅 Advance Voting
October 7 — 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October 15 — 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
📍 Strathcona Regional District Office 990 Cedar Street, Campbell River, B.C.

Visit srd.ca/elections for more election information, including:
• Voting dates & locations
• Elector registration & requirements

Make your voice heard !

Wandering Wednesdays📍 This week's feature: Area D - Mitlenatch Park Accessibility UpgradesHere’s a sneak peek of the new...
10/07/2026

Wandering Wednesdays

📍 This week's feature: Area D - Mitlenatch Park Accessibility Upgrades

Here’s a sneak peek of the newly installed playground equipment and rubber surfacing at Mitlenatch Park! These components are part of an ongoing project to create safer, more accessible, and more inclusive play spaces for children and families while replacing aging playground equipment. For more info about the project, check out our project page: https://www.srd.ca/projects/mitlenatch-park-accessibility-upgrades

As you explore, please remember to:
✔️ Stay on designated trails
✔️ Obey posted signage
✔️ Respect private property and neighbouring landowners

Together, we can help keep our parks, trails, and outdoor spaces safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone.

AREA C – WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! You’ve shared your ideas and priorities, and they’re helping shape the new Electoral ...
10/07/2026

AREA C – WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

You’ve shared your ideas and priorities, and they’re helping shape the new Electoral Area C Official Community Plan (OCP). Now it’s time to see how feedback received so far has been incorporated into the draft policy content and provide input on whether the proposed direction reflects the future Area C residents want for their communities.

QUADRA ISLAND – DROP IN ANYTIME
• Oct. 20 | 11 am–6 pm | Quadra Island Legion
• Oct. 22 | 11 am–6 pm | Quadra Island Library

OUTER DISCOVERY ISLANDS – COMMUNITY OCP MEETING
• Oct. 21 | 1–3 pm | Surge Narrows Bunkhouse. Meeting starts at 1 pm.

A big thank you to everyone who has participated and shared feedback throughout the OCP process. Your input matters!

Can’t make it? Visit srd.ca/area-c-ocp to learn more, check out the ‘What We Heard’ summaries from past engagement and subscribe to receive notifications about upcoming opportunities to participate.

Updated - Road is Open. https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/103cc462-dd5b-4363-837a-1439e57d6454From the Ministry of Fores...
10/06/2026

Updated - Road is Open.

https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/103cc462-dd5b-4363-837a-1439e57d6454

From the Ministry of Forests - Please be advised that the road is now open at 10.5km to light traffic (pick up trucks) only. Crews are still working at the site, please use caution and drive slowly through the site and as directed by traffic control.

Please drive safely.

Please be advised of a rockslide blocking access at 10.5km on the Zeballos FSR. https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/103cc4...
10/06/2026

Please be advised of a rockslide blocking access at 10.5km on the Zeballos FSR.

https://alertable.ca/ #/incidents/103cc462-dd5b-4363-837a-1439e57d6454

From the Ministry of Forests - Please be advised of a rockslide blocking access at 10.5km on the Zeballos FSR. Crews are on their way to assess the situation, further updates will be provided when information becomes available. The site is currently not passable by any means and the road will remain closed at that location until further notice.

For your own safety and the safety of the crew on site, please stay away from the site and delay any travel plans until further notice.

If you are not in the area, avoid the area.
Do not call 911 for information or updates.

Special Voting Opportunity (Read Island)A special voting opportunity will be available on Saturday, October 10, 2026, fo...
10/05/2026

Special Voting Opportunity (Read Island)

A special voting opportunity will be available on Saturday, October 10, 2026, for qualified electors.

• Voting Location: Surge Narrows Bunkhouse, Read Island

• Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Before you vote, make sure you have the information you need. Visit srd.ca/elections to learn more about:

• Other voting dates and locations
• Mail ballot voting
• Elector registration
• Identification and document requirements

Learn more: srd.ca/elections

Strathcona Gardens officially held the ribbon-cutting for the new Aquatic Centre, and it is stunning inside and out. 🏊‍♂...
10/02/2026

Strathcona Gardens officially held the ribbon-cutting for the new Aquatic Centre, and it is stunning inside and out. 🏊‍♂️✨ Check out this video to get an inside look at this exciting day and what it means for our community:
https://youtu.be/Ofg3bRlTptw

🔗 Learn more:
Wondering what's going in the old pool space? RecreateSG.ca
For up-to-date info on the new pool: srd.ca/recreate

Strathcona Gardens officially held the ribbon cutting for the new A...

Sayward Clean-Up Days• Oct 17 & 18, 2026 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm• Main Road Yard - 797 Island Hwy, Sayward, BCStart gatherin...
10/02/2026

Sayward Clean-Up Days

• Oct 17 & 18, 2026 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Main Road Yard - 797 Island Hwy, Sayward, BC

Start gathering your household waste that is too large for curbside collection as well as small & large appliances, electronics and tires. Sayward clean-up days are coming soon. Items can be dropped off at Main Road Yard from 9 am - 4 pm

Not Accepted - Drywall and hazardous waste.

Reminder - Motor oil, filters, antifreeze and single use packaging such as: cardboard, tin, foam, hard and soft plastics can be brought to the Sayward Recycling Depot. This material is prohibited from going into the garbage

You must be able to unload and sort your own items. Habitat for Humanity ReStore will be on-site to collect gently used household items for donation. CSWM thanks Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable for their continued partnership.

Have questions? Call: 250-792-0026 or email: [email protected]

Learn more > www.cswm.ca/saywardcleanupdays

Address

990 Cedar Street
Campbell River, BC
V9W7Z8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18008302990

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