SLRD - Squamish-Lillooet Regional District

SLRD - Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Official news and information from the SLRD. This account is monitored during business hours. Contact us: 604-894-6371 or email [email protected].

The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) consists of four member municipalities (District of Lillooet, District of Squamish, Village of Pemberton and Resort Municipality of Whistler) and four electoral areas (A, B, C, D). Headquartered in Pemberton, which is the approximate geographic centre of the region, the SLRD delivers a wide range of local, regional and sub-regional services to approxi

mately 38,000 residents. The region contains some of the most spectacular forests, waterways, and mountains in the province and affords an endless range of opportunities for outdoor adventure.

🗳The 2026 General Local Elections in BC will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026.ℹ Find out more about the roles an...
09/01/2026

🗳The 2026 General Local Elections in BC will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

ℹ Find out more about the roles and responsibilities of a regional district director by reviewing the SLRD Board Directors – Roles & Responsibilities guide in the candidate section of the Elections page on the SLRD website:
https://www.slrd.bc.ca/.../general.../candidate-information

✅The nomination period is September 1-11.

Nomination packages are now available for anyone interested in running for SLRD Electoral Area Director in Areas A, B, C & D.
âž¡Pick-up a package at the SLRD office (1350 Aster Street, Pemberton) during regular business hours; or
âž¡Email [email protected] to receive a package electronically or by mail.

✅Completed Nomination Forms can be received from 9 a.m. Tuesday, September 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, September 11.

EVACUATION ALERT UPDATED – AREA B, Pear Lake Wildfire Based on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the SLRD has updat...
09/01/2026

EVACUATION ALERT UPDATED – AREA B, Pear Lake Wildfire

Based on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the SLRD has updated the Evacuation Alert area for the Pear Lake wildfire.

While some properties have been removed from the Evacuation Alert area, an Evacuation Alert remains in place for several properties.

The Evacuation Order for Pear Lake remains in place.

To see the emergency notice, visit the SLRD website: www.slrd.bc.ca/eoc

ℹResidents are reminded that wildfire can be unpredictable. When you are on Evacuation Alert, you should prepare to leave at a moment’s notice.
Taking a few steps now can make it easier to leave safely and access support if an Evacuation Order is issued. Visit the links on the SLRD website for more information including preparedness resources.
✅Residents are encouraged to sign up for the SLRD Alert to receive emergency notifications directly by phone, text message or email: www.slrd.bc.ca/alert

EVACUATION ORDER and ALERT RESCINDED – AREA A, Bonanza Creek WildfireBased on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the...
09/01/2026

EVACUATION ORDER and ALERT RESCINDED – AREA A, Bonanza Creek Wildfire

Based on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the SLRD has rescinded the Evacuation Order and Evacuation Alert for the Bonanza Creek wildfire. There are currently no Evacuation Orders or Evacuation Alerts in the SLRD due to this wildfire.

To see the full rescind emergency notice, visit the SLRD website: www.slrd.bc.ca/eoc
If you are returning home, access SLRD’s Returning Home after a Wildfire information and guide on our website: www.slrd.bc.ca/Wildfire-return-home

EVACUATION ALERT RESCINDED – Area B, Riley Creek WildfireBased on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the SLRD has re...
08/31/2026

EVACUATION ALERT RESCINDED – Area B, Riley Creek Wildfire

Based on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the SLRD has rescinded the Evacuation Alert for the Riley Creek wildfire. To see the full rescind emergency notice visit the SLRD website: www.slrd.bc.ca/eoc.

Impacted or concerned agriculture producers are asked to please contact the SLRD Agricultural Coordinator directly at 604-384-7329. Refer to the Ministry of Agriculture re-entry and recovery guide https://www.slrd.bc.ca/media/file/re-entry-recovery-guidance-agricultural-operations.

EVACUATION MEASURES UPDATE – Area B, Pear Lake wildfireEvacuation measures have been updated for the Pear Lake wildfire ...
08/30/2026

EVACUATION MEASURES UPDATE – Area B, Pear Lake wildfire
Evacuation measures have been updated for the Pear Lake wildfire in Electoral Area B.

The changes include:
â–ª Some of the Evacuation Order area has been downgraded to Evacuation Alert.
â–ª Some Evacuation Alert areas have been Rescinded to "All Clear".
â–ª Some areas remain under Evacuation Order or Evacuation Alert.

Please review the updated maps and emergency notices at www.slrd.bc.ca/eoc.

Pear Lake Wildfire Recovery – Door-to-Door Outreach, Thursday, September 3SLRD staff will be conducting door-to-door out...
08/29/2026

Pear Lake Wildfire Recovery – Door-to-Door Outreach, Thursday, September 3
SLRD staff will be conducting door-to-door outreach around midday Thursday, September 3, for SLRD residents who were under evacuation order due to the Pear Lake wildfire.

Staff will provide information about a free fridge and freezer collection taking place Friday, September 4, hand out Canadian Red Cross clean-up kits, answer questions and share resources about returning home, recovery supports and waste disposal.

Residents who want a fridge or freezer collected should have it sealed with duct tape and placed at the roadside by 7 a.m. Friday, September 4. If you need help moving an appliance from your home, call the SLRD in advance at 1-844-815-6199 so assistance can be arranged.

Learn more on the SLRD website:
https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/news-notices/electoral-area-b-pear-lake-wildfire-recovery-outreach-september-3-2026

EVACUATION MEASURES UPDATE – Bonanza Creek wildfireEvacuation measures have been updated for the Bonanza Creek wildfire ...
08/29/2026

EVACUATION MEASURES UPDATE – Bonanza Creek wildfire

Evacuation measures have been updated for the Bonanza Creek wildfire in Electoral Area A.

The changes include:
â–ª Some of the Evacuation Order area has been Rescinded to "All Clear".
â–ª Some of the Evacuation Order area has been downgraded to Evacuation Alert.
â–ª Some Evacuation Alert areas have been Rescinded to "All Clear".
â–ª Some areas remain under Evacuation Order or Evacuation Alert.

An Evacuation Alert Rescind has also been issued for a mapped area associated with the Pear Lake wildfire in Electoral Area B. The rescinded area does not include any parcels or properties currently under Evacuation Alert. There is no change to the evacuation status of properties currently under Alert due to the Pear Lake wildfire.

Please review the updated maps and emergency notices at www.slrd.bc.ca/eoc.

Work on the sewer tie-in in Bralorne Townsite 2 will take place on September 1 and 2, 2026.Work will take place from 7:3...
08/29/2026

Work on the sewer tie-in in Bralorne Townsite 2 will take place on September 1 and 2, 2026.

Work will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Crews will be excavating across the end of Lorne Street, below the ball park. During the work, access to the Noel Forest Service Road and access to Whiting Avenue from Lorne Street will be temporarily disrupted.

Residents and visitors are asked to use caution around the work area, follow posted signs and directions from crews, and allow extra time when travelling through the area.

Thank you for your patience while this work is completed.
Read the notice: https://www.slrd.bc.ca/inside-slrd/news-notices/area-sewer-work-and-temporary-access-disruption-bralorne

Based on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the SLRD has rescinded the Evacuation Alert for the Twin Two Creek wildf...
08/28/2026

Based on consultation with BC Wildfire Service, the SLRD has rescinded the Evacuation Alert for the Twin Two Creek wildfire in Electoral Area C.

The SLRD has assessed that the potential danger to life and health has subsided to the point that the Evacuation Alert issued on Aug. 12, 2026, is no longer required.

Please note that some recreation sites in the area may remain closed or unavailable for public use while BC Wildfire Service continues to use locations for wildfire response and staging.

Before travelling to a recreation site, check Recreation Sites and Trails BC for the latest information on closures and whether sites have reopened for public use: https://www.sitesandtrailsbc.ca/

View the Evacuation Alert Rescind notice: https://www.slrd.bc.ca/emergency-program/emergency-alerts-orders/evacuation-alert-rescinded-area-c-twin-two-creek-wildfire

EVACUATION ALERT - Electoral Area B, Seton Portage Debris FlowBased on recommendations from geotechnical engineers (BGC ...
08/28/2026

EVACUATION ALERT - Electoral Area B, Seton Portage Debris Flow

Based on recommendations from geotechnical engineers (BGC Engineering), an Evacuation Alert has been issued by the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District due to the Seton Portage debris flow event that has occurred in Electoral Area B.

Because of the potential danger to life and health, the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District has issued an Evacuation Alert for the following properties:
â–ª 8282 Seton Portage Rd
â–ª 8332 Seton Portage Rd
â–ª LOT 5 DISTRICT LOT 1593 LILLOOET DISTRICT PLAN KAP70964
â–ª LOT 6 DISTRICT LOT 1593 LILLOOET DISTRICT PLAN KAP70964
â–ª LOT 9 DISTRICT LOT 1593 LILLOOET DISTRICT PLAN KAP70964
â–ª All SLRD properties as outlined in the map.

An Evacuation Alert has been issued to prepare you to evacuate your premises should it be found necessary. Residents will be given as much advance notice as possible before evacuation; however, you may receive limited notice due to rapidly changing conditions. See the full emergency notice on the SLRD website: https://www.slrd.bc.ca/emergency-program/emergency-alerts-orders/evacuation-alert-area-b-seton-portage-debris-flow

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