Fraser Valley Regional District

06/05/2026

The Fraser Valley Regional District is entering Phase 2 of the Rural Transit Needs Assessment and is now seeking input on transit service options, destinations, and improvements that would make the biggest impact in rural and remote communities.

If you live in the FVRD's rural areas, including Hope, Kent, Harrison Hot Springs, and surrounding communities, visit haveyoursay.fvrd.ca/rural-transit to learn more and complete the survey.

Join us at an open house to learn more about the project, discuss transit service ideas, and share your feedback:
Monday, June 15, 2026
- Agassiz Rec Centre, Multi-purpose Room B, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Deroche Community Hall, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
- Boston Bar Community Hall, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Hope Rec Centre, Conference Room, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
- Thompson Regional Park, 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
- Cultus Lake Community Hall, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Updated March 23, 2026 Help Shape the Future of Transportation in the Fraser Valley If you live in the FVRD's rural areas, including Hope, Kent, and Harrison Hot Springs, we would like to hear from you! Your experiences and ideas will help us better understand the daily

06/05/2026

We are hiring! Our Finance Department is looking for a full-time Accountant and a full-time, time-duration Accountant to join their team.

Apply here: www.fvrd.ca/careers

06/02/2026

2026 BUDGET NUGGET - Attention FVRD Electoral Area Residents: Your rural property taxes are due on July 2, 2026.

Did you know that the FVRD cannot take your tax payment. The Province of BC collects property tax payments for regional districts.

You can pay:
• Online using eTax BC: https://www.etax.gov.bc.ca/btp/eservices/_/
• In-person at Service BC (in Chilliwack at 1-45467 Yale Rd West)
• At your financial institution
• Through your mortgage provider
• By mail to:
Surveyor of Taxes
PO Box 9446 Stn Prov Govt
Victoria, BC V8W 9V6
Contact:
Office: 1-250-387-0555
Toll Free: 1-888-355-2700

Learn more about understanding your tax notice by visiting https://haveyoursay.fvrd.ca/2026-budget-planning

06/01/2026

Join us at the Parks and Trails 2050 Open House at the Rosedale Community School on June 3 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Stop by to watch a presentation, explore project information boards, share your ideas for future parks and trails, and discuss with staff what comes next for parks and trails in your community.

Can’t make the open house? You can still share your feedback online by completing the Parks and Trails 2050 survey or the youth survey at haveyoursay.fvrd.ca/parks2050

Planning the Future of Parks and Trails in the Fraser Valley The Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) is updating the Regional Parks Strategic Plan 2014–2024. The updated strategy will guide the future of FVRD parks and trails, setting a long-term vision for how we

05/29/2026

Attention Sumas Mountain Regional Park users: A 10, 25, and 50 km trail race is taking place on Sumas Mountain on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Some areas of the park will be impacted. For route and event information, visit https://runforwater.ca/trail. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this event.

05/29/2026

FVRD Board and Committee meetings are held in-person and online via Zoom.
Upcoming June Meetings:
• Regional and Corporate Services Committee – June 11 at 10 am
• Electoral Area Services Committee – June 11 at 1:30 pm
• Board of Variance – June 15 at 10 am
• Fraser Valley Regional District Board/Hospital Board – June 25 at 6 pm

The public or media wishing to attend may participate in person, online via Zoom, or submit written questions. Meeting agendas and participation details are available at www.fvrd.ca/meetings

05/28/2026

2026 BUDGET NUGGET: With tax notices starting to arrive in the mail this week, you may have questions. We’ve created a Rural Property Taxes information sheet to assist in answering those questions.

Visit our Have Your Say site at https://haveyoursay.fvrd.ca/49939/widgets/210847/documents/169538
to help with understanding your tax notice.

05/27/2026

The next phase of engagement for the Parks and Trails 2050 Plan is now live!

We are inviting input from all Fraser Valley Regional District residents to help shape the vision, goals, and long-term priorities for the FVRD parks system's future growth.

To learn more and share your input, visit haveyoursay.fvrd.ca/parks2050

Planning the Future of Parks and Trails in the Fraser Valley The Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) is updating the Regional Parks Strategic Plan 2014–2024. The updated strategy will guide the future of FVRD parks and trails, setting a long-term vision for how we

05/27/2026

The FVRD is now using an updated air quality warning system! A two-tiered system will be used that aligns with Environment and Climate Change Canada’s weather alert system and demonstrates the severity of air quality conditions. Read our News Story https://www.fvrd.ca/EN/meta/news/news-archives/2026/air-quality-warning-system.html

05/23/2026

May 23, 2026 Emergency Update (Boston Bar, North Bend):

Mid-morning today the Fraser Valley Regional District’s (FVRD) Boston Bar Fire Department and Yale Fire Department worked together with BC Wildfire Service on a wildfire incident near Green Ranch Road and the Fraser River in the Boston Bar, North Bend area in Electoral Area A.

The current status of the wildfire is under control. The cause of the wildfire remains under investigation.

There is no threat to structures, critical infrastructure or public safety. There are no evacuation orders or alerts in place. The FVRD Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) is not activated.

The FVRD is thankful for the work of the fire crews and for their dedication and quick action to get this incident under control.

How to Stay Informed:
- fvrd.ca/eoc
- BC Wildfire Service
Incident Number: V10410
https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2026&incidentNumber=V10410&source=map
- Dial 9-1-1 for Emergencies