Town of Osoyoos

08/31/2026

Looking for Something to Do This Fall?

The Fall Program & Activity Guide is here! Check out all the programs and activities happening at the Sonora Community Centre this fall.

Fall registration opens Wednesday, September 9, 2026

💻 Online registration: 8:00 AM
📍 In-person registration: 9:00 AM at the Sonora Community Centre

View the Guide: https://www.osoyoos.ca/recreation-programs
Register Online: https://app.univerusrec.com/osoyoospub/courses/index.asp

08/31/2026

Planning to Run in the Municipal Election?

The nomination period for the 2026 Local General Election opens at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, and closes at 4:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Individuals who successfully submit their nomination papers will be officially declared candidates following the close of the nomination period.

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Submitting Nomination Papers

Completed nomination papers must be filed with the Chief Election Officer during the nomination period and received no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Nomination papers may be submitted and declared before the Chief Election Officer or a delegate sworn in as an Osoyoos Election Official:

📍 In person: At Town Hall (8707 Main Street), Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (closed statutory holidays)

Nomination papers that have already been declared before a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits for British Columbia may be submitted:
📧 By email: [email protected]
📠 By fax: 250-495-2400

Once accepted, nomination documents become public information (with residential address redacted).
Learn more about eligibility, how to run for local office and the election process at www.osoyoos.ca/council/elections

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Who's Running?

Interested in seeing who has put their name forward? As nomination papers are received, candidates will be added to the Elections webpage in chronological order.

Check back regularly for updates at www.osoyoos.ca/council/elections

08/28/2026

Please note the following program cancellations for August 31, 2026 - September 4, 2026

August 31, 2026
Adult All-levels Pickleball 3:45-5:45pm
Adult Floor Hockey 6:15-7:45pm

September 1-3, 2026
Groove-it 5:30-6:30pm

View other drop-in programs at: https://www.osoyoos.ca/sonora

08/28/2026

As part of the 89th Street Reconstruction Capital Project, watermain tie-ins will be completed in the area on:

• Tuesday, September 1, 2026
• Thursday, September 3, 2026

Water service to impacted properties will be temporarily shut off between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM on these dates.

If your property will be impacted by the shutdown, a notice will be delivered to your property in advance. Residents who receive a notice are encouraged to store any water they may need before the shutdown begins.

Every effort will be made to complete the work and restore water service as quickly as possible.
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While this work is necessary to complete critical infrastructure improvements, residents may experience temporary discoloured or dirty water throughout the week (September 1-September 5).

The discolouration is caused by rapid changes in water flow direction within the water distribution system during the tie-in process. While the water may appear cloudy, yellow, or brown at times, this is typically the result of mineral sediment being stirred up within the watermains.

We recognize that discoloured water can be inconvenient and frustrating for residents, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as this important infrastructure work is completed. To help minimize impacts, municipal crews will be actively monitoring the system and conducting watermain flushing throughout the week to mitigate discoloured water where possible.

If you are concerned about discoloured water, you may wish to run a cold-water tap for approximately 10 minutes, or until the water runs clear. Residents are also encouraged to avoid doing laundry while water is noticeably discoloured.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

08/28/2026

A new waste collection agreement with Waste Connections of Canada is now in effect. Residents should be aware of the following changes to curbside collection.

Garbage & Recycling
There are no changes to curbside garbage or recycling collection.

Yard Waste Collection:
Waste Connections will no longer pick up unlimited yard waste. For bi-weekly yard waste collection residents may place one automated yard waste cart at the curb.

If you have additional yard waste, Tag-a-Bag stickers can be purchased at Town Hall (8707 Main Street, Monday to Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM.). One sticker is required for each kraft paper yard waste bag.

Additional yard waste bins or containers will no longer be collected.

New: Bi-Annual Unlimited Yard Waste Pickup
Unlimited yard waste collection will be offered during periods of higher seasonal yard cleanup, with two collection events in the spring and two in the fall.

The fall 2026 collection dates are:
• October 13, 2026
• November 10, 2026

On these dates, residents may place their automated yard waste cart and additional kraft paper yard waste bags at the curb. Tag-a-Bag stickers are not required during unlimited collection events.
Spring unlimited yard waste and large item collection dates will be announced as part of the 2027 Curbside Collection Calendar.

08/27/2026

A public hearing is being held with respect to a proposed zoning amendment for the property at 28 Empire Street.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1395.13, 2026, proposes to amend Schedule ‘2’ (Zoning Designations) of the Town of Osoyoos Zoning Bylaw No. 1395, 2024, by changing the land use designation of the above noted property from General Industrial (I1) to General Industrial Site Specific (I1s).

The public hearing will be conducted in-person and by Zoom. To participate online or by phone visit:
www.osoyoos.ca/council/publichearings Please note that the purpose of a public hearing is to provide an opportunity for residents to state whether they support or oppose the proposal, and to explain why. Questions related to the amendments should be directed to Planning staff prior to the public hearing.

📅 Tuesday, September 8, 2026
🕒 2:00 PM
📍Council Chambers, 8707 Main Street, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0

Information related to this project, including draft amendment bylaws & a feedback form, can be found at the Town’s website at www.osoyoos.ca/Z26-02.

A copy of the draft bylaws may also be inspected in person at the Planning & Development Services Office located at 8711 Main Street, Osoyoos BC between 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Anyone who believes their interest may be affected by the proposed bylaws is encouraged to provide a written submission for inclusion in the September 8, 2026, Regular Open Council Meeting Agenda. Please note that all written submissions, including names, will be provided to Council, made public, and form part of the public record.

Deadline for Written Submissions: 12:00 PM (Noon), September 8, 2026.

Written submissions may be provided:
• By email: [email protected]
• In person or by mail:
Town Office
8707 Main Street
PO Box 3010
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0

No further submissions can be considered by Council after the conclusion of the public hearing.

08/26/2026

Happening tonight at the Sonora Community Centre!

Bring the family and enjoy a fun night at the movies!

08/26/2026

The Town of Osoyoos is piloting Atlas, a new community information and navigation service that helps residents find Town services, resources, recreation information, older adult supports, and community programs through simple questions. You can also use Atlas to report a barrier or find the right person to contact at Town Hall

Atlas allows residents to ask questions in plain language (in over 40 languages) and receive immediate information and guidance. No account is required.

Residents can use Atlas online on the Town's website, at chat.atlasinsites.com/municipal/osoyoos or residents can call or text Atlas at 1-844-ATLASBC (1-844-285-2722).

This pilot will run until November 15, 2026. By using Atlas, residents help the Town better understand community information needs and identify opportunities to improve access to services.

Locate Atlas in the bottom right corner on any page of www.osoyoos.ca

08/26/2026

The Town of Osoyoos is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join our Financial Services Department.

The Accounting Clerk provides clerical and accounting support for accounts payable, accounts receivable, property taxes, utility billing, water metering and other municipal accounts. This position maintains financial records and accounts, processes payments and invoices and follows up on outstanding accounts. The Accounting Clerk also serves as a primary point of contact for public and external agency enquiries related to property taxes and utility billing.

📍 Full-time, Unionized Position
💲$38.51/hour plus a generous benefits package

For full details, including full qualifications and job description, visit our careers page: https://www.osoyoos.ca/contact-us/job-opportunities/accounting-clerk

Application deadline: September 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM

08/25/2026

Please note the following program cancellations for Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

Adult All-levels Pickleball 3:45-5:45pm
Adult Floor Hockey 6:15-7:45pm

View other drop-in programs at: https://www.osoyoos.ca/sonora