District of Lillooet

District of Lillooet Spectacular scenery, wildlife, and history are just around the corner. Come visit Lillooet and see what our community has to offer! Planning a Visit?

Lillooet is within easy driving distance of Vancouver, Whistler, Kamloops and the Fraser Valley - come visit us and see what our community has to offer! For history buffs, Lillooet is a must-see! In 1860, the town was the 2nd largest North American centre west of Chicago, behind San Francisco. For active people, the recreational potential of Lillooet is unlimited. The area's large unspoiled mounta

ins, valleys and lakes offer breathtaking scenery and first class opportunities for the outdoorsman. Lillooet is also fortunate to have a first-class recreational facility that houses an indoor swimming pool(closed during summer), ice rink, racquetball and squash courts, gymnasium, daycare, public library and meeting rooms. Lillooet is a paradise for locals and tourists alike! Find out More:
Lillooet Museum and Visitor Centre

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 21, 2026Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation aler...
08/21/2026

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 21, 2026

Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation alert remains in place for Cook's Road, Roshard Road, Mitchell Road, and the three properties on Texas Creek Road. This is still an alert, not an order, and there is no change to these properties. Be ready to leave on short notice, but you do not need to leave now. The rest of the District is not under alert.

What's new today, from BC Wildfire Service:
• The fire is now mapped at 3,650 hectares and remains out of control.
• We are seeing increased fire activity on the southwest flank. Yesterday, personnel observed Rank 3 fire behaviour there, open flame, occasional candling, and a moderate rate of spread on upslope growth. This area remains inaccessible to ground crews, and crews are working on gaining access to be able to fight the fire directly.
• On the east flank, crews are now working a wetline over 250 feet long and are clearing unburnt fuel next to the fire's edge between Riley Creek and Texas Creek, to reduce the risk from rolling debris.
• Resources assigned to the fire now include an Incident Management Team, 43 firefighting personnel, six helicopters, five pieces of heavy equipment, and 12 structure protection personnel.

Weather: Today's forecast calls for a high of 37 degrees with humidity dropping to 17%, westerly winds 15 to 20 km/h with gusts to 30, and a chance of dry lightning this evening. Heading into the weekend, temperatures drop to the mid to high 20s with a risk of thunderstorms and showers Saturday.

Trusted sources:
BC Wildfire Service: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2026&incidentNumber=K70659
District of Lillooet: this page and lillooet.ca
Evacuation alerts: Voyent Alert, https://ca.voyent-alert.com/vras/client.html
Riley Creek fire questions: [email protected] or 236-425-9428

Next update Monday, August 24 at 3PM, or sooner if anything material changes.

Notice of General ElectionIn the 2026 General Local Election, eligible voters will cast their ballot to elect a Mayor (e...
08/21/2026

Notice of General Election

In the 2026 General Local Election, eligible voters will cast their ballot to elect a Mayor (elect 1) and Councillors (elect 4).

Advance Poll Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- TIME: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- WHERE: REC Centre, 930 Main Street, Lillooet

General Election Poll Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- TIME: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- WHERE: REC Centre, 930 Main Street, Lillooet

For any election questions, email the Chief Electoral Officer and Deputy Election Officer at [email protected].

For more election information, visit https://www.lillooet.ca/general-notices-information

Notice of Nomination: Nomination documents must be submitted in person to the Deputy Election Officer at the District of...
08/20/2026

Notice of Nomination:

Nomination documents must be submitted in person to the Deputy Election Officer at the District of Lillooet Office, 615 Main Street, Lillooet, British Columbia.

Candidates are also required to make a solemn declaration as part of the nomination process. This declaration may be administered by the Deputy Election Officer or a Municipal Corporate Officer designate at the time nomination papers are filed.
Alternatively, candidates may arrange for the declaration to be taken by a lawyer, notary public, or Commissioner for Taking Affidavits for British Columbia at their own expense.

Visit https://www.lillooet.ca/nominee-information to access the Nomination documents and further instructions.

NOMINATION PAPERS FOR MAYOR & COUNCILLORS:

Please meet with the Deputy Election Officer, Ms. Paula Price, so that she can witness your signature on September 3rd, 4th, 10th, or 11th, 2026, during regular business hours.
The complete nomination package will then be delivered to the Chief Electoral Officer, Mr. Patrick Marshall.

To view all important dates, visit https://www.lillooet.ca/general-notices-information

For any election questions, email the Chief Electoral Officer and Deputy Election Officer at [email protected].

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 19, 2026Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation aler...
08/19/2026

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 19, 2026

Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation alert remains in place for Cook's Road, Roshard Road, Mitchell Road, and the three properties on Texas Creek Road. This is still an alert, not an order, and there is no change to these properties. Be ready to leave on short notice, but you do not need to leave now. The rest of the District is not under alert.

What's new today, from BC Wildfire Service:
• BC Wildfire Service is beginning to reduce structure protection equipment to the north of the Riley Creek fire, as there has been minimal growth in this area. This equipment was set up in evacuation alert areas in an abundance of caution, and the areas where it is being reduced remain under an Evacuation Alert. You may still see Structural Protection Unit equipment on some properties in the area, which supports First Nation communities through funding and support agreements with the First Nations' Emergency Services Society (FNESS).
• In today's hot, dry weather, BC Wildfire Service expects fire behaviour to increase during the afternoon's peak burning period, which is likely to produce smoke visible to the community.
• The fire has not crossed to the east side of Texas Creek Road or the Fraser River. Texas Creek Road remains open and responders are actively working in the area, so please obey all signage and drive with care.

Trusted sources:
BC Wildfire Service: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2026&incidentNumber=K70659
District of Lillooet: this page and lillooet.ca
Evacuation alerts: Voyent Alert, https://ca.voyent-alert.com/vras/client.html
Riley Creek fire questions: [email protected] or 236-425-9428

Next update Friday at 3PM, or sooner if anything material changes.

Notice of General ElectionIn the 2026 General Local Election, eligible voters will cast their ballots to elect a Mayor (...
08/19/2026

Notice of General Election

In the 2026 General Local Election, eligible voters will cast their ballots to elect a Mayor (elect 1) and Councillors (elect 4).

Advance Poll Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- TIME: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- WHERE: REC Centre, 930 Main Street, Lillooet

General Election Poll Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- TIME: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- WHERE: REC Centre, 930 Main Street, Lillooet

For any election questions, email the Chief Electoral Officer and Deputy Election Officer at [email protected].

PUBLIC NOTICE: Permissive Tax Exemptions and Grants in Lieu of Municipal Property Taxes.
08/18/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: Permissive Tax Exemptions and Grants in Lieu of Municipal Property Taxes.

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 17, 2026Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation aler...
08/17/2026

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 17, 2026

Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation alert remains in place for Cook's Road, Roshard Road, Mitchell Road, and the three properties on Texas Creek Road. This is still an alert, not an order, and there is no change to these properties. Be ready to leave on short notice, but you do not need to leave now. The rest of the District is not under alert.

What's new today, from BC Wildfire Service:
• The two structure defence crews that had been on site overnight for proactive support finished their final night on August 16. The structural protection units and their crews remain in place, and Initial Attack and Unit crews continue to patrol the fire overnight.
• The sprinkler line set up in Texas Creek has prevented the fire from crossing the drainage where the sprinkler is active. The fire has now crossed the drainage in the upper catchment area at high altitude to the west.
• The fire has not crossed to the east side of Texas Creek Road or the Fraser River. Texas Creek Road remains open and responders are actively working in the area, so please obey all signage and drive with care.
• The southwest flank is displaying the highest fire activity, emitting highly visible smoke, burning at high elevation in steep and rocky terrain. The north and east flanks saw minimal activity, a smoldering ground fire with no open flame.
• On the east flank, crews are continuing a 200-foot wetline.
Rolling debris and rocks have been a key safety concern. Please take care if you are in the area.

A note on our updates: with fire behaviour calmer and less changing day to day, we are moving to Monday, Wednesday and Friday updates. If activity picks up we will return to daily and post right away if anything changes.

Trusted sources:
BC Wildfire Service: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2026&incidentNumber=K70659
District of Lillooet: this page and lillooet.ca
Evacuation alerts: Voyent Alert, https://ca.voyent-alert.com/vras/client.html
Riley Creek fire questions: [email protected] or 236-425-9428

Next update Wednesday at 3PM, or sooner if anything material changes.

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 14, 2026Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation aler...
08/14/2026

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 14, 2026

Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation alert remains in place for Cook's Road, Roshard Road, Mitchell Road, and the three properties on Texas Creek Road. This is still an alert, not an order. There is no change to the status of these properties. Be ready to leave on short notice, but you do not need to leave now. The rest of the District is not under alert.

What's new today:
- Most of the fire's activity today is on the northern flank near Riley Creek, high up in the rock, with minimal growth.
- Overnight, crews flew a drone scan to find hotspots on the northeast and southeast flanks.
- On the eastern flank, crews are building a 100-foot wetline to hold the edge.
- Down in the valley, the sprinkler line at Texas Creek is keeping the fire from crossing the drainage. The fire has not crossed to the east side of Texas Creek Road or the Fraser River.
- Winds are expected to shift to the east and southeast and stay gusty this afternoon.

From BC Wildfire Service: "Rolling debris and rocks has been a key safety concern for crews and community members are warned to take care if they are in the area."

Trusted sources:
BC Wildfire Service: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2026&incidentNumber=K70659
District of Lillooet: this page and lillooet.ca
Evacuation alerts: Voyent Alert, https://ca.voyent-alert.com/vras/client.html
Riley Creek fire questions: [email protected] or 236-425-9428

Next update Monday at 3PM, or sooner if anything material changes.

Starting on Monday, August 17, 2026Paving Operations
08/14/2026

Starting on Monday, August 17, 2026
Paving Operations

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 13, 2026 Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation ale...
08/13/2026

Riley Creek Wildfire (K70659) Update, August 13, 2026

Alert status (District of Lillooet): The District's evacuation alert remains in place for Cook's Road, Roshard Road, Mitchell Road, and the three properties on Texas Creek Road. This is still an alert, not an order. There is no change to the status of these properties. Be ready to leave on short notice, but you do not need to leave now. The rest of the District is not under alert.

What's new today:
- The extra smoke today is the fire reaching fresh fuel high on the ridge
- The team managing the fire now includes crews from Australia. Welcome! 🐨
- A little rain fell overnight, with 1.5 mm recorded at Lillooet.
- The fire is backing down the southern flank slowly, in isolated patches. Down in the valley, the sprinkler line is holding it at Texas Creek.
- On the north side, crews are strengthening containment lines between Cat Creek and Riley Creek with small tactical burn-outs.

From BC Wildfire Service: "Rolling debris and rocks has been a key safety concern for crews and community members are warned to take care if they are in the area."

Trusted sources:
BC Wildfire Service: https://wildfiresituation.nrs.gov.bc.ca/incidents?fireYear=2026&incidentNumber=K70659
District of Lillooet: this page and lillooet.ca
Evacuation alerts: Voyent Alert, https://ca.voyent-alert.com/vras/client.html
Riley Creek fire questions: [email protected] or 236-425-9428

Next update tomorrow at 3PM, or sooner if anything material changes.

Address

615 Main Street, PO Box 610
Lillooet, BC
V0K1V0

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

+12502564289

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