Stewart public meetings in 2025
34 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council is reviewing a proposal by Meziadin Sienna Communications Group Ltd. to install a 37-meter tall self-support lattice tower at 524 6th Avenue. The body will decide if additional locations for the public notice are required beyond the municipal office and social media.
- Proposed 37-meter telecommunications tower at 524 6th Avenue
- Replacement of a 33-meter temporary tower at 401 Brightwell Street
- Public consultation period ending January 15, 2026
- Public notices scheduled for the 'Stewartities' Facebook page on Dec 15 and Dec 30
Regular Council
The District of Stewart Council will discuss Official Community Plan and Zoning bylaws and the 2026 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1034. The meeting includes delegations regarding a potential LNG project and a funding request for a Canada Day concert.
- Adoption of 2026 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1034, 2025
- Report on OCP/Zoning Bylaws including October 28th Open House Engagement Summary
- Funding request from Stewart Community Connections Society for up to $60,000 for a July 15, 2026 concert
- Delegation from BlueOcean Terminals Ltd. regarding a potential LNG project at Marmot Bay
- Proposal for a permanent cenotaph at Wards Pass Cemetery
Regular Council
The District of Stewart Council will consider and vote on the 2026 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1034. They will receive the CFO’s October 2025 finance summary and an update from Ascot Resources on its Q3 activities. A memo on the Stewart Community Map and Trails Guide will also be presented.
- Adoption of 2026 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1034 (bylaw 1034, 2025)
- Report from CFO – 2025 October Finance Summary (operating and capital figures)
- Ascot Resources delegation update to end of Q3 (presenters: Rhea Halfnight LeFlufy, Lyle Morgenthaler, George Friesen)
- Memo from DCD – Stewart Community Map and Trails Guide (final draft stage)
- Motion to resolve into a closed meeting for confidential matters
Regular Council
The council approved a loan of up to $175,000 to be borrowed from the Municipal Finance Authority for the purchase of an F150 and an F350 pickup truck, with repayment within five years. Council also considered a recommendation to waive ice rental fees for Drop‑in and Ladies hockey for the 2025/26 season. Staff presented options for applying to the Celebrate Canada Funding Program for Canada Day 2026, including requests up to $45,000 for a live music performance and up to $5,000 for soccer‑themed activities. Standard agenda items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and a motion to hold a closed (in‑camera) meeting were also addressed.
- Authorize up to $175,000 loan to purchase F150 and F350 pickup trucks (RES‑202‑2025)
- Recommend waiving ice rental fees for Drop‑in and Ladies hockey (Report from DCD – Ice Rental Fees)
- Consider application to Celebrate Canada Funding Program with options: $4,180 request, $3,800 soccer initiative, $45,000 live music (Report from DCD – Canada Day Grant)
- Adopt agenda and approve minutes from October 27, 2025 meeting
- Motion to resolve the meeting into a closed (in‑camera) session per Community Charter
Regular Council
The council will adopt the agenda and review multiple staff reports. It will consider adopting the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1032 (2025) and the Zoning Bylaw No. 1033 (2025) update. Additional items include a draft Bear River Flood Protection report and a Workplace Bullying & Harassment policy. Reports on the Business Facade Program and the Stewart Historical Society service agreement are also on the agenda.
- Bear River Flood Protection Draft Report
- Workplace Bullying & Harassment Policy
- Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw No. 1032, 2025 update
- Zoning Bylaw No. 1033, 2025 update
- Business Facade Program 2025 report
Regular Council
The council will receive a CAO memorandum on the proposed CRD harvesting at Bitter Creek Clements Lake. Staff will also present a CFO report on renewing the service agreement with the Stewart Community Connections Society. Additional reports include arena ice rental fees and the 2025 business services directory and trails guide. The meeting will move to a closed session for confidential matters.
- CAO memorandum on Bitter Creek Clements Lake harvesting (CRD)
- CFO report on Stewart Community Connections Society service agreement renewal
- DCD report on arena ice rental fees
- DCD report on business services directory, community map, and trails guide
- Motion to resolve into a closed meeting for confidential agenda items
Committee of the Whole
The Stewart Committee of the Whole will discuss land‑use planning for the Meziadin River Watershed, including a one‑year No Registration Reserve that temporarily pauses new mineral claims on about 47,000 hectares. The agenda also includes a review of the Heritage Conservation Act Transformation Project (Phase 3) and a follow‑up letter to the Minister of Health concerning ambulance coverage. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are for discussion and information.
- Meziadin River Watershed land‑use planning and a one‑year No Registration Reserve (~47,000 ha) limiting new mineral claims
- Heritage Conservation Act Transformation Project – Phase 3 engagement materials
- Follow‑up letter to the Minister of Health about lack of ambulance coverage
- Adoption of the agenda (motion to adopt)
- Adjournment (motion to adjourn)
Special Council
The District of Stewart will hold a regular council meeting to adopt the agenda and consider a motion to enter a closed session regarding confidential negotiations with provincial or federal governments.
- Adoption of the agenda
- Motion to resolve into closed meeting
- Closed meeting to consider confidential government negotiations
Regular Council
The District of Stewart Council will vote to adopt the agenda and approve the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. A delegation from the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship will present on land‑use planning in the Northwest and North Central B.C. The council will receive reports including the Stewart Harbour Authority small‑craft harbour minutes, the McElhanney Highway 37 & 37A Corridor Report, and a CFO update on the Stewart Community Connections service agreement and the August financial report. A motion will resolve the next meeting into a closed session for confidential matters.
- Motion to adopt the agenda
- Motion to adopt minutes from August 11 2025
- WLRS delegation presentation on land‑use planning
- McElhanney report on Highway 37 & 37A corridor
- Stewart Harbour Authority small‑craft harbour meeting minutes
Regular Council
The council will consider authorizing a loan of up to $200,000 under the Community Charter to purchase a CAT 906 Loader, with repayment within five years and no renewal rights. It will also review a recommendation to renew a five‑year Funding and Service Agreement with Stewart Community Connections Society, increasing the 2025/26 funding amount to $57,500 and adding a 2% annual increase. Additional items include a ministerial memorandum on U.S. health‑care recruitment and a request for council support of the New Horizons for Seniors grant. A motion will resolve the meeting into a closed session per Community Charter Section 90.1.
- Authorize up to $200,000 loan for purchase of a CAT 906 Loader (repayment within five years, no renewal)
- Recommend renewal of five‑year Funding and Service Agreement with Stewart Community Connections Society, raising 2025/26 funding to $57,500 with 2% yearly increases
- Review Minister of Health memorandum on U.S. health‑care recruitment (Minister Memo - US Recruitment)
- Consider support request from Stewart Community Connections for New Horizons for Seniors grant
- Motion to resolve the meeting into a closed session under Community Charter Section 90.1
Regular Council
The council will consider a recommendation to renew the five‑year Funding and Service Agreement with Stewart Community Connections Society, increasing the 2025/2026 funding to $57,500 and adding a 2 % annual increase thereafter. They will also review a request to write off $1,213.38 in property taxes, frontage fees, penalties and interest for folio 25‑340‑70000.140. Additional agenda items include a delegation from Scottie Resources, a loader acquisition proposal, and a tourism “iconic sign” program.
- Renewal of five‑year Funding and Service Agreement with Stewart Community Connections Society – 2025/2026 funding $57,500, with 2 % annual increases to $62,239.85 in 2029/2030
- Property tax write‑off request for $1,213.38 for folio 25‑340‑70000.140
- Delegation request from Scottie Resources (Amanda Tuck and Thomas Mumford)
- Loader acquisition proposal by Director of Operations
- Report on Northern BC Tourism “iconic sign” program
Regular Council
The District of Stewart will move forward with issuing requests for proposals for the Stewart Recreation Facility Upgrade, following approval in principle from provincial funders for a scope change. The project, previously known as the Community Hall Project, will now include electrical upgrades and a lift installation.
- Authorization to issue RFPs for Stewart Recreation Facility upgrades
- Approval in principle for scope change to project
- Environmental permit amendment application for Premier Gold Mine
- LGCAP 2024 Survey report to Council
- 2025 Property Tax Summary memo
Regular Council
The District of Stewart is reviewing a proposal to renew a five-year funding and service agreement with the Stewart Community Connections Society. Council will also discuss plans for active transportation and a trails master plan.
- Proposed funding increase for Stewart Community Connections Society to $57,500 for 2025/2026
- Report on the Stewart Active Transportation Plan
- Report on the Stewart Trail Network Plan
- Review of the 2024 Annual Report
- Request for meetings with Ministers at the 2025 UBCM meeting
Regular Council
The District of Stewart Council will review the 2024 Statement of Financial Information and consider a request from the Stewart Public Library to redirect a grant-in-aid. The meeting will also include a report on a Temporary Use Permit for the Stewart World Port.
- Stewart Public Library requests to redirect $10,000 grant-in-aid to future maintenance
- Council to approve 2024 Statement of Financial Information (SOFI)
- Report on Stewart World Port Temporary Use Permit
- Stewart Public Library delegation request
- Council to discuss Community to Community Forum
Regular Council
At the May 26, 2025 regular council meeting, staff will present a report on a Temporary Use Permit application from Stewart World Port Services Ltd. for a work camp on Lots 1‑4, Block 3, Plan 1312 in the Cassiar Land District. Council will be asked to provide direction to either approve the permit with a zoning change to General Commercial Work Camp (C2A), approve it with conditions, or reject the application. The application includes a $250 fee that has been received and raises considerations such as avalanche hazard zones and compliance with Zoning Amending Bylaw No. 894. The agenda also contains routine items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of prior minutes, and a motion to hold a closed portion of the meeting.
- Stewart World Port Services Ltd. Temporary Use Permit application – zoning change from Commercial (C2) to General Commercial Work Camp (C2A)
- $250 application fee received from Stewart World Port
- Motion to adopt the agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the May 12, 2025 regular council meeting
- Motion to resolve the meeting into a closed session under Community Charter Section 90.1
Regular Council
The District Council is reviewing a request to temporarily rezone commercial land to allow a 20-person industrial work camp for Stewart World Port. Council is also considering the 2025-2029 Financial Plan and the 2025 Tax Rate Bylaws.
- Temporary Use Permit for Stewart World Port to change zoning from Commercial (C2) to General Commercial Work Camp (C2A)
- 3rd reading of 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1030, 2025
- 3rd reading of 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw 1031, 2025
- Grant application to Northern Development Initiatives Trust for a $165,000 washroom facility at Memorial Park
- Approval of $50,000 from Northern Development for Director of Community Development wages
Regular Council
The District of Stewart Council will meet to discuss the 2024 audited financial statements and a grant application for a washroom facility. The body is also considering the third reading of the 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw and the 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw.
- Third reading of 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw 1031
- Third reading of 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1030
- Grant application for a washroom facility
- Temporary Use Permit application for SWP
- Scottie Resources Corp. 5-year area-based permit application for the Dolly mine
Regular Council
The District of Stewart will discuss the 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw and various staff reports. The meeting includes reviews of asset management, business facade guidelines, and a temporary use permit for a workcamp.
- 2025 Tax Rate Bylaw No 1031 2025
- Temporary Use Permit application for SWP Workcamp
- Proposed washroom facility at Memorial Park
- Amended Asset Management Policy 2025
- Stewart Facade Guidelines 2024
Special Council Meeting
The District of Stewart is holding a special council meeting to facilitate a discussion with representatives from Ascot Resources. No other legislative actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion with Ascot Resources representatives Rhea Halfnight LeFlufy, George Friesen, Dennis Wilson, and Julia Tarnowski
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider the first and second reading of the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1030, 2025 and direct administration to post the plan online for public review. A delegation from Skeena Gold & Silver will provide an update on the Eskay Creek Revitalization Project, including the environmental assessment process, upcoming work and hiring for 2025. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda adoption and adjournment.
- First and Second Reading of the 2025‑2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1030, 2025
- Direction for administration to post the financial plan on the District of Stewart website for public review
- Skeena Gold & Silver update on the Eskay Creek Revitalization Project (environmental assessment, upcoming work, 2025 hiring)
Special Council
Council will discuss and hold two readings for the 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1030. The plan outlines projected operating revenues, expenditures, and capital project funding through 2029.
- 2025-2029 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1030
- Proposed 2025 total operating revenue of $7,233,594
- Proposed 2025 total operating expenditures of $7,323,776
- Proposed 2025 capital projects, assessments and reports budget of $5,278,211
- Permissive tax exemptions for North American Baptist Conference, Roman Catholic Episcopal Corp of PR, and Anglican Synod Diocese of Caledonia
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the draft 2025-2029 Financial Plan. Council is considering potential tax rate reductions for Class 1 Residential and Class 6 Business/Other properties. The body is also reviewing updated bridge expenditure costs.
- Proposed increase of Bridge Works Capital expenditures to $1,845,000 for Barnachez and North and South Campground bridges
- Potential Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine contribution of up to $434,000 for Barnachez Bridge works
- Discussion of Class 1 Residential tax rate reductions ranging from 5% to 20%
- Discussion of Class 6 Business/Other tax rate reductions ranging from 5% to 20%
- Proposal to offset tax revenue decreases by reducing transfers to Reserves
Special Council
Council is reviewing the Resource Benefit Alliance Long-Term Development Plan and Annual Development Plan. These documents must be submitted to the Assistant Deputy Minister of Local Government Division by March 30, 2025.
- Proposed Long-Term Development Plan (2024-2028) totaling $3,292,880 in capital expenditures
- Proposed Annual Development Plan capital expenditure of $1,317,152 for Roads & Transportation
- Proposed Long-Term Development Plan capital expenditure of $658,576 for Water in 2025
- Proposed Long-Term Development Plan capital expenditures for Roads & Transportation totaling $2,634,304 across 2025-2028
Special Council
The District of Stewart is reviewing a proposal to renew a visitor services agreement and a grant application for emergency equipment. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personnel and privacy matters.
- Renewal of Destination BC Visitor Services Agreement for April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, providing $15,000 in annual funding
- UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant application for $10,116 to purchase two Starlink units and two iPhone 15s for the EOC
Regular Council
The District of Stewart Council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from prior meetings, and consider several staff recommendations. It will authorize a temporary use permit that rezones Stewart World Port land from Commercial (C2) to Work Camp (C2A). The Council will also approve applications for a $15,000 Outdoor Recreation Fund grant and a ParticipACTION Community Challenge Grant. A closed‑meeting report will be presented before adjournment.
- Temporary Use Permit for Stewart World Port – rezoning from C2 to C2A
- Authorization to submit a $15,000 grant application to the Outdoor Recreation Fund of BC
- Authorization to apply for the ParticipACTION Community Challenge Grant
- Adoption of agenda and minutes from February 10 and February 13 meetings
- Presentation of report from the closed meeting held earlier on February 24
Special Council
The District of Stewart is holding a special council meeting. The primary purpose is to resolve into a closed meeting to discuss municipal objectives and progress reports for the annual municipal report.
- Closed meeting regarding annual municipal report under Community Charter Section 90.1
Regular Council
The District of Stewart Council will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from prior meetings. It will consider several staff reports, including a request to issue a Request for Proposals for the 2025 Bridge Replacement Project, which must be released immediately with a mandatory site visit. The council will also discuss grant applications for the Outdoor Recreation Fund of BC ($15,000) and an Age‑Friendly Communities grant ($15,000). Additional items include borrowing authority for a loader and two pick‑up trucks and a motion to move part of the meeting to a closed session.
- Approve release of Request for Proposals for the 2025 Bridge Replacement Project (site visit mandatory)
- Recommend submitting an Outdoor Recreation Fund of BC grant application for $15,000 (district share $7,500)
- Authorize signing of a $15,000 Age‑Friendly Communities Stream 2 grant agreement
- Approve borrowing from the Municipal Finance Authority for a loader and two pick‑up trucks
- Motion to resolve part of the meeting into a closed (in‑camera) session for labour‑relations matters
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposed budget and financial plan. The discussion includes operational expenditures, property tax assessment changes, and the establishment of new reserves.
- Proposed 2025 operational expenditures budget of $4,279,621
- Staff recommendation to establish a Roads & Equipment Reserve funded at 70% of Class 4 Tax Revenue ($649,596)
- Potential tax revenue increase of $653,642 due to Major Industry reassessments
- Review of Community Hall project options and site layout
- Debt repayment schedule including a new loader ($44,250) and two trucks ($38,750)
Special Council
The District of Stewart council will consider approving the Request for Proposals (RFP #2025-001) for the 2025 Bridge Replacement Project, which includes up to three bridges: Barnachez Bridge, Rainey Creek Campground South Bridge, and Rainey Creek Campground North Bridge. Funding of $1.3 million has been allocated in the proposed 2025 budget using 2024 and 2025 RBA funds. The council will also hold a closed meeting to discuss confidential personnel and solicitor‑client matters.
- Approve release of RFP #2025-001 for up to three bridge replacements
- Budget allocation of $1.3 million for the bridge project
- Bridges involved: Barnachez Bridge, Rainey Creek Campground South Bridge, Rainey Creek Campground North Bridge
- RFP closing date: February 17, 2025 (clarifications due February 12)
- Closed meeting to address confidential personnel and solicitor‑client information
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the CFO's report recommending that the District add borrowed funds and accrued interest to the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan for a new loader and two pickup trucks. The proposal includes a loan of about $200,000 for the loader and $175,000 for the trucks at a 4.050% interest rate over five years, with annual debt payments of roughly $44,250 and $38,750 respectively. The plan also reflects $375,000 of borrowing proceeds in 2025.
- Loader purchase price range $175,000–$198,000; loan estimate $200,000
- Two pickup trucks price range $73,500–$101,000; loan estimate $175,000
- Municipal Finance Authority equipment loan interest rate 4.050% for 5‑year term
- Annual debt payment estimates: $44,250 for loader, $38,750 for trucks
- 2025 Financial Plan to show $375,000 of borrowing proceeds
Regular Council
The Stewart District Council will adopt its agenda and hear several staff reports, including an update on the arena chair‑lift, an age‑friendly funding agreement, a community‑hall memo, and a building‑conditions assessment. After the reports, the council will vote on a motion to resolve part of the meeting into a closed session under Community Charter Section 90.1 for labour and employee‑relations matters. The meeting will then adjourn.
- Motion to resolve into a closed meeting for labour and employee relations (Community Charter Section 90.1)
- Report from DCD – Arena Chair Lift update
- Report from DCD – Age Friendly Funding Agreement
- Memo from CAO – Community Hall arena assessment options
- Building Conditions Assessments report (pages 21‑196)
Special Council
The District of Stewart is holding a special meeting to discuss infrastructure repairs to the sanitary system. The CAO provided an update on two separate sewer line breaks occurring in December 2024 and January 2025.
- CAO memorandum regarding sewer line break repairs
- Report of a sewer line break at Lift Station #3 on January 21, 2025
- Closed meeting to discuss personal information and FOIPPA prohibited disclosures
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is seeking direction on the Resource Benefits Allowance (RBA) Long Term Development Plan for the 2025-2029 Financial Plan. Staff are proposing how to allocate annual funding of $658,576 for bridge replacements, watermain installation, and paving.
- Proposed use of $1,317,152 (2024-2025 funding) for bridge replacements, including Barnachez, Causeway, and Rainey Creek Campground bridges
- Proposed 2026 funding for a new 'School Loop' watermain on Main St. from 11th Ave. to 9th Ave., estimated at $620,000 - $880,000
- Proposed use of $1,317,152 (2027-2028 funding) for the School Loop project and paving
- Requirement to submit a Long-Term Development Plan to the Assistant Deputy Minister of the Local Government by March 30, 2025
- Potential future projects including a $532,000 Community Hall grant opportunity
Regular Council
The District of Stewart council will give first, second, and third readings to Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1029, 2024. It will also consider a request from Bear Valley School to waive the $40‑per‑hour arena rental fee and adopt the final Age‑Friendly Assessment and Action Plan. Additional items include reports on the Granduc Slide Memorial award and the Kraft Hockeyville application.
- Adoption of 2025 Revenue Anticipation Borrowing Bylaw No. 1029, 2024 (first, second, third reading)
- Consideration of Bear Valley School request to waive $40.00/hr ice rental fee
- Adoption of the Draft Age‑Friendly Assessment and Action Plan as final
- Report on Granduc Slide Memorial Educational Award
- Report on Kraft Hockeyville application