The State of Local Emergency has been extended to November 6, 2020.

In accordance with Section 307 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations, Aerodromes, the District of Sechelt is advising their intent to extend the existing 2,400 foot (731 m) runway at the Sunshine Coast (Sechelt) Regional Airport to 3,100 feet (945 m).

Notice is hereby given that the scheduled October 28, 2020 Committee of the Whole meeting has been cancelled.

In accordance with provincial orders of physical distancing, the October 21st Regular Council to Closed meeting will be hosted electronically via an online Zoom platform. See article for more details.

In accordance with provincial orders of physical distancing, the October 21st Regular Council meeting will be hosted electronically via an online Zoom platform with limited in-person seating available. See article for more information.

Council has received several letters and calls in recent weeks about increases in crime in Sechelt. While this is the same story we are seeing in every community in BC (Victoria’s crime stats have doubled), I want you to know that we’ve heard you, and tell you what we are doing to address it. We convened a meeting with the RCMP, VCH Mental Health and Addictions, RainCity, Sunshine Coast Community Services, District of Sechelt Bylaw staff, VCH Public Health, Mayors from Sechelt and Gibsons, and the Chair of the SCRD. We have found that the issue of property crime is complicated. The stats show the location and type of crimes on the Sunshine Coast are changing. Other issues like mental health, addictions or housing challenges are also contributing factors. That is why we are approaching this problem from several angles...

The District of Sechelt is conducting a complete review of the Zoning Bylaw for the first time since 1987 and is seeking community feedback. The Zoning Bylaw is the guiding document that permits or prohibits specific buildings or activities on Sechelt properties. The District of Sechelt is creating an updated Zoning Bylaw to better reflect current public expectations and land use planning best practices, and to bring it substantially in line with the Official Community Plan.

In accordance with provincial orders of physical distancing, the October 14th Committee of the Whole meeting will be hosted electronically via an online Zoom platform. See article for more details.

In accordance with provincial orders of physical distancing, the October 14th Regular Council to Closed meeting will be hosted electronically via an online Zoom platform. See article for more information.

Notice of upcoming Select and Advisory Committee meeting dates for the month of October, 2020.