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Opportunity: OCP Touch Point Committee

We are developing an Official Community Plan. As part of the process, a committee forms to look over the draft plans to ensure we're heading in the right direction. 

The Touch Point Committee is a short-term advisory group that provides informed advice to the District with regards to the Official Community Plan (OCP). 

You're Invited

Residents are invited to apply to join the Touch Point Committee. Members will share their perspectives, ideas and lived experiences to help guide how the community...

Community Safety Group Update

Highlights from the March meeting of the Community Wellness and Safety Technical Working Group include:

Terms of Reference
The main change was to ensure meetings more casual (rather than procedural like a council meeting) atmosphere that flows well, not losing accountability or responsibility.

Community Safety Coordinator position

Review the job description, ensure actioning community safety items even though the position is part time. Role to include development of a workplan.

Current Encampment

Council Bylaw Amendments

The District of Sechelt is considering amending its Council Procedure Bylaw. The proposed amendment was given three readings by Council on April 1, 2026, and will be considered for adoption at the May 6, 2026, Regular Council Meeting.

• Proposed Amendment:  Council Procedure Bylaw Amendment No. 568-05, 2026

• Current Bylaw:   Council Procedure Bylaw, 2018 – Consolidated

Have Your Say

Please send comments to our Corporate Officer by April 24, 2026, to have your say!

The Details

The proposed amendments to the...

OCP Pop-Ups This Week

What could Sechelt be like by 2045? Learn about Sechelt's next Official Community Plan and provide your thoughts on the top priorities that guide the plan. For example, what should be the most important priority guiding the OCP? Housing, transportation, environment...we'd love to hear from you! Find more information about what we've done so far here.  See you:

• Tuesday along the waterfront at Inlet - enjoy a coffee on us too! 10-12:30
• Thursday in Trail Bay mall from 10:30-1:30

Bear-Resistant Organics Bins

Great News! 

Bear-resistant green organics bins are available for residents in the District of Sechelt.

The bins have lids that remain locked until lifted upside down by the waste collection truck.

The Details

Who: Residents in the District of Sechelt

What: 175 bear-resistant green organics bins. Residents will trade in their current green bin for a bear-resistant bin. First-come, first-served basis.

Cost: $100 including tax. This is a one-time fee and is the price difference between the regular green...