Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine public meetings in 2025
66 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will review a staff report recommending first and second readings of a zoning amendment to change 3033 Kofoed Drive from RU1 Low‑Density Rural to M‑1 Light Industrial for a kennel and animal cremation facility. The agenda also includes a report on Crown Land tenure for Maurie Hurst, a November 2025 Land Use Status Report, and routine items such as adoption of the October 24 minutes and approval of the agenda.
- Rezoning Application 162 – 3033 Kofoed Drive, Thornhill (Electoral Area E)
- Crown Land Tenure report – Maurie Hurst, Thornhill (Electoral Area E)
- Land Use Status Report – November 2025 (information only)
- Adoption of minutes from the October 24, 2025 Planning Committee meeting
- Approval of the agenda for the December 12, 2025 meeting
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission is reviewing two grant applications to the Northern Development Initiative Trust. The body is discussing funding for a labour market research plan in the Hazeltons area and a website overhaul for the Stewart-Cassiar Highway.
- Proposed grant up to $50,000 for a Labour Market Research Plan for District of New Hazelton, Village of Hazelton, and Electoral Area B
- Proposed grant up to $20,000 for the Stewart-Cassiar Highway Tourism Website Project
- Delegation from Judith Grace Call regarding Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism work in the Klemtu Area
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The Electoral Area Directors Committee will consider a report from the Acting CFO on the 2026‑2030 Capital Plan, which recommends allocations of Northwest Regional Funding and Community Works Fund dollars to various infrastructure projects. The committee will discuss specific dollar amounts for solid waste, sewer, water, and fire protection services across multiple electoral areas. A separate report from the Director of Electoral Area C on future goals will also be reviewed.
- $3,300,000 – Hazeltons' & Stewart Area Solid Waste (Northwest Regional Funding)
- $150,000 – Queensway Sewer Utility (Northwest Regional Funding)
- $900,000 – South Hazelton Weir Rehabilitation (Community Works Fund)
- $800,000 – Terrace Rural Water Custody Transfer Stations (Community Works Fund)
- $200,000 – Skeena Fire Protection Burn Building Upgrades (Community Works Fund)
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District Board will reconvene after a closed‑session portion that addresses land acquisition matters. It will adopt committee recommendations, including the 2026‑2030 Capital Plan funding allocations and two Northern Development Initiative Trust programs. The board will also consider an application to rezone 162‑3033 Kofoed Drive in Electoral Area E and a Crown land tenure request for Maurie Hurst in Thornhill. Bylaw No. 816, a Thornhill zoning amendment, will receive its first and second readings.
- Application for rezoning 162‑3033 Kofoed Drive, Thornhill (Electoral Area E)
- Crown land tenure request for Maurie Hurst, Thornhill
- 2026‑2030 Capital Plan – Northwest Regional Funding and Community Works Fund allocations
- Northern Development Initiative Trust Labour Market Research Plan Program
- Bylaw No. 816, 2025 – Thornhill zoning amendment (1st and 2nd reading)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear presentations on winter maintenance plans for 2025/26, a review of completed works, an update on the Northwest Corridor Improvement Program, information about the Dease Lake Landfill, and will take questions from the public. No formal motions or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Winter Maintenance update – equipment, salt‑brine use, staffing and avalanche programs
- Northwest Corridor Improvement Program update
- Dease Lake Landfill briefing
- 2025 Summer Program – culvert and retaining wall rehabilitation, road barrier and sign upgrades
- Completed works review for 2025
Northwest BC Resource Benefits Alliance
The Northwest BC Resource Benefits Alliance will meet to approve the agenda and adopt minutes from a previous meeting. The body will then move into a closed session to discuss confidential information regarding negotiations with government entities.
- Approval of November 27, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of April 15, 2025 minutes
- Closed session to consider confidential negotiations
Thornhill Advisory Planning Commission
The Thornhill Advisory Planning Commission will review a staff report recommending approval of Rezoning Application No. 162 for 3033 Kofoed Drive, changing the zoning from Ru1 Low‑Density Rural to M‑1 Light Industrial to allow a kennel and animal cremation facility. The commission will consider the proposed land‑use change, associated water and septic impacts, and compliance with the Thornhill Official Community Plan. A recommendation will be forwarded to the Regional District Board.
- Rezoning Application No. 162 for 3033 Kofoed Drive from Ru1 Low‑Density Rural to M‑1 Light Industrial
- Proposed uses include a kennel, animal cremation (aquamation) facility, and an office with caretaker residence
- Installation of a 3,500‑gallon above‑ground holding tank for industrial effluent
- Staff note increased water demand and may require upgraded water connection and metering
- Commission will recommend approval to the Regional District Board
North West Regional Hospital District Board
The board will vote on the 2026 provisional budget and adopt Bylaw No. 201, 2025 related to that budget. A resolution will move part of the meeting to a closed session under the Local Government Act. Reports on the Ksyen Regional Hospital project and Stikine Pharmacy Services will be presented.
- Resolution to exclude the public and hold a closed‑session portion of the meeting
- Weighted vote to approve the 2026 provisional budget
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 201, 2025 (Provisional Budget 2026) after three readings
- Ksyen Regional Hospital Terrace (MMH) Project report – decommissioning old Mills Memorial Hospital, completion expected Dec 2025
- Stikine Pharmacy Services review – fall meeting planned to explore pharmacy access solutions
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss a grant application for the Business Façade Improvement program. The body will also receive a status update on current economic development projects.
- Proposed recommendation to the Board to apply for a Northern Development Initiative Trust grant of up to $20,000 for the Business Façade Improvement program
- November 2025 Economic Development Projects Update report
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine Board is reviewing project updates for the Ksi Lisims LNG facility and the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) pipeline. The meeting also includes discussions on waste management contracts and community grant applications.
- Ksi Lisims LNG and Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Pipeline project updates
- Request to waive tipping fees for contaminated soils for Dze L K'ant Housing Society
- Contract extensions for Forceman Ridge Waste Management Facility and Thornhill Transfer Station
- Grant in-aid application for Rosswood Community Association in Electoral Area C
- Request for letter of support for Skeena Climbing Society and Terrace Peaks Gymnastics Club
Statutory Meeting
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine will hold its statutory meeting to elect a chair and vice chair and receive appointments from the City of Terrace. The City has confirmed its Director and Alternate appointments for the 2025/2026 term.
- Election of RDKS Chair and Vice Chair
- City of Terrace Director appointments to RDKS Board
- City of Terrace Alternate Director appointments to RDKS Board
- Livestreaming and recording of the meeting
- Acknowledgement of Tsimshian First Nation traditional territory
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider a staff report from the Acting CFO on the draft 2026‑2030 capital plan, which totals $18.7 million in projects. The recommendation is to refer the plan to the Electoral Area Director's Committee for a recommendation on allocating Northwest Regional Funding Agreement (NWRF) and Community Works Funds (CWF). The report also outlines specific projects such as a $3 million new cell at Meziadin Landfill, a solid‑waste reserve‑funded cell at Forceman Ridge Landfill, and shared recreation and cemetery costs with the City of Terrace.
- Staff report on 2026‑2030 Draft Capital Plan totaling $18.7 million
- Recommendation to refer the plan to the Electoral Area Director's Committee for NWRF and CWF allocation
- Meziadin Landfill new cell project with $3 million construction cost funded by NWRF
- Forceman Ridge Landfill Cell 1C to be funded from the Terrace Area Solid Waste Capital Reserve
- Terrace Area recreation and cemetery shared cost of $75,000 (30% RDKS share) and projected $473,550 arena flooring cost in 2027
Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee
The Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee will review several reports, including a summary of the Stewart Transfer Station cardboard transition that eliminates an estimated $43,000 in annual hauling costs and adds about $10,000 in net revenue. The committee will also discuss the Smart & Sustainable Business Award Program, construction and demolition waste materials, and plans for organic waste diversion. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are presented for information or discussion.
- Stewart Transfer Station cardboard transition – $43,000 annual cost savings and $10,000 projected net revenue
- Smart & Sustainable Business Award Program – pilot phase and implementation discussion
- Construction and Demolition Waste Generator Mailing List report
- Construction, Renovation and Demolition (CRD) Waste Diversion brochure overview
- Joint Organic Waste Diversion Plan overview
Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee
The Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss facility operations and administrative updates. The body is considering requests to fill vacant committee seats and approve the 2026 quarterly meeting calendar.
- Proposed 2026 meeting schedule: February 4, May 6, August 5, and November 4
- Request for RDKS Board to send membership request letters for 4 expired terms and 4 vacant positions
- Report on USRC Operating Reserve
- Report regarding the USRC Kitchen
- Discussion on Facility Use Policy and Safety Subcommittee
Electoral Area Directors Committee
The Electoral Area Directors Committee is reviewing requests from My Recreational Mountain Coop to fund water and sewage projects. The body is considering whether to rescind a previous $308,000 allocation and replace it with two smaller, separate funding approvals.
- Proposed $75,000 Community Works Funds (CWF) allocation for a new water intake platform
- Proposed $232,756 CWF allocation for sewage treatment plant upgrades
- Request for RDKS to apply for a $140,000 REDIP grant for water intake platform installation
- Proposed rescinding of a previous $308,000 allocation for combined water, sewer, and lodge projects
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee is considering three land-use applications, including two development variance permits for structures in Electoral Area C. The body will also review a subdivision application for a property on Kalum Lake Road.
- Development Variance Permit No. 241 for a boat storage building at 2336 Catt Point Road
- Development Variance Permit No. 243 for a guest house above a garage at 2541 First Avenue
- ALR Referral No. 349 regarding a subdivision application at 570 Kalum Lake Road
- September 2025 Land Use Status Report
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will consider a recommendation to provide a letter of support to the Northern BC Tourism Association and to allocate $2,000 from the 2026 budget for the Beyond the Horizon Experience Development Program on the Highway 16 corridor. The agenda also includes reports requesting letters of support for an Every‑Day Computers Inc. Connectivity Project and a Sienna Networks Ltd. Lakelse Lake Connectivity Project. Minutes from the September 19, 2025 meeting will be adopted.
- Recommendation to give a letter of support and commit $2,000 to NBCTA's Beyond the Horizon Experience Development Program (project total $278,250).
- Report from Every‑Day Computers Inc. requesting a letter of support for its Connectivity Project.
- Report from Sienna Networks Ltd. requesting a letter of support for the Lakelse Lake Connectivity Project.
- Adoption of minutes from the September 19, 2025 Economic Development Commission meeting.
- Approval of the October 24, 2025 agenda.
Committee of the Whole
The Regional District of Kitimat‑Stikine Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda and the minutes from the September 19 meeting. It will hear delegations from the Terrace Public Library Association and the Heritage Park Museum presenting their 2026 budget proposals. No formal decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are presented for information.
- Adoption of the October 24 agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the September 19 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Presentation of the Terrace Public Library Association 2026 budget
- Presentation of the Heritage Park Museum 2026 budget
- Delegations from library and museum officials
Regional District Board Meeting
The board will enter a closed session to consider confidential information about negotiations between the municipality and provincial or federal governments concerning the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Pipeline. After reconvening, the board will adopt minutes, receive reports, and consider several development applications and support requests. A presentation by the Kispiox Valley Community Centre Association will address the pipeline's effects on local residents and district infrastructure.
- Closed session to consider confidential negotiations under Section 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter (Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Pipeline)
- Presentation by Kispiox Valley Community Centre Association on effects of the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Pipeline on Kispiox Valley and RDKS infrastructure
- Application for Development Variance Permit No. 241‑2336 Catt Point Road (Electoral Area C)
- Application for Development Variance Permit No. 243‑2541 First Avenue, Lakelse Lake (Electoral Area C)
- ALR Referral No. 349 for subdivision at 570 Kalum Lake Road
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will consider a staff recommendation to approve Development Variance Permit No. 242 for a 175 m² storage/workshop structure on 4624 Merkley Road in Electoral Area C. It will also review a recommendation to approve Temporary Use Permit No. 020 for the Beyond Burgers Mobile Bistro food‑truck operation at 2776 Clark Street, Thornhill (Electoral Area E). The meeting includes routine items such as agenda approval, adoption of minutes, and an amendment adding written submissions to the variance file.
- Development Variance Permit No. 242 – 175 m² storage/workshop at 4624 Merkley Road, Electoral Area C (R2 zoning)
- Temporary Use Permit No. 020 – Beyond Burgers Mobile Bistro food truck at 2776 Clark Street, Thornhill, Electoral Area E (R2 zoning)
- Amendment to agenda adding written submissions for DVP 242
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the August 15, 2025 Planning Committee meeting
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will approve its agenda and adopt the minutes from the August 15 meeting. It will receive an informational report on the 2025 Thornhill Business Walk. It will also consider a request for a letter of support for the District of Kitimat’s municipal and regional district tax renewal application.
- Adopt agenda for September 19, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes of the August 15, 2025 meeting
- Report: Thornhill Business Walk 2025 (information only)
- Report: Request for Letter of Support – District of Kitimat Municipal and Regional District Tax Renewal Application
Committee of the Whole
The Regional District of Kitimat‑Stikine Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda and approve the minutes from the August 15, 2025 meeting. It will pass a resolution to exclude the public, recess the meeting, and immediately reconvene in a closed session because the matters involve law‑enforcement investigations, potential litigation, and solicitor‑client privileged advice under the Community Charter. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Resolution to exclude the public, recess the meeting, and convene a closed session (law enforcement, litigation, solicitor‑client privilege)
- Adoption of minutes from the August 15, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Approval of the agenda for the September 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Acknowledgement of the traditional unceded homelands of the Tsimshian First Nation
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District Board will adopt Bylaw No. 810, a zoning amendment for Thornhill in Electoral Area E, along with three other bylaws covering board procedures, code of conduct, and property tax exemption. It will also consider committee recommendations for a development variance permit on Merkley Road and a temporary use permit for Beyond Burgers Mobile Bistro. Additional reports include grant applications, tax exemption requests, and updates to civic addressing and board policies.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 810 (Thornhill zoning amendment, Electoral Area E)
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 813 (Board Procedure Bylaw, 3rd reading)
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 814 (Board Code of Conduct, multiple readings)
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 815 (Property Tax Exemption)
- Application for Development Variance Permit No. 242‑4624 Merkley Road (Electoral Area C)
North West Regional Hospital District Board
The North West Regional Hospital District Board will consider a correspondence from the Minister of Health dated August 7, 2025. The memo outlines a provincial initiative to strengthen health‑care recruitment and invites local governments to participate. The Board will discuss how the district can support community involvement and use the provided Community Playbook and Toolkit.
- Correspondence from the Minister of Health (dated August 7, 2025) on health‑care recruitment partnership
- Discussion of the Community Playbook and Toolkit developed by the Saunders Foundation
- Encouragement to contact Health Authority CEOs for talent‑acquisition collaboration
- Reference to the UBCM Convention workshop on health‑care recruitment scheduled for September 22, 2025
North West Regional Hospital District Board
The board will discuss a capital expenditure bylaw and a budget update. The meeting includes reports on the Ksyen Regional Hospital project and pharmacy services in the Stikine region.
- Bylaw 200, 2025 (NWRHD Capital Expenditure) for reading and adoption
- 2025 Mid-Year Budget Update report from the Treasurer
- Ksyen Regional Hospital Project Report from Northern Health
- Nisga'a Lisims Government Bylaw Request for discussion
- Stikine Pharmacy Services Review correspondence
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will consider a staff report recommending that the Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine Board endorse a Call to Action regarding recent federal immigration policy changes. The report outlines how these changes are causing staffing shortages and economic instability in rural and northern communities.
- Report on federal immigration policy changes and Call to Action
- Approval of June 27, 2025 meeting minutes
- Livestreaming and recording of the meeting
- Acknowledgement of traditional Tsimshian First Nation territory
- Discussion on labour market impact on local businesses
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review semi-annual reports from various departments and a mid-year budget update. The meeting includes a presentation from Rural Impact Canada regarding housing support and government business enterprises.
- Presentation from Rural Impact Canada on Government Business Enterprises for Housing and Specific Project Housing Support
- Mid-Year Budget Update report from the Acting CFO
- 2025 Semi-Annual Update from the Fire Chief regarding Emergency Services
- 2025 Semi-Annual Update from the Director of Development Services
- 2025 Semi-Annual Update from the Director of Works & Services
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine will convene a closed meeting to discuss potential litigation and confidential information. The board will also consider several bylaws and contracts, including a zoning amendment and landfill operations extensions.
- Closed session on litigation and negotiations
- Zoning amendment bylaw for Thornhill
- Landfill final cover system loan authorization
- Terrace curbside collection contract extension
- Hazelton waste management operations contract extension
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will consider three applications for properties in Electoral Area E. These include a development variance for a home addition and a non-farm use request for an event venue in the Agricultural Land Reserve.
- Development Variance Permit No. 240 for a 10x10 foot covered porch at 3964 Old Lakelse Lake Drive
- ALR Referral No. 347 for non-farm use of a converted barn as an event venue at 3527 River Drive
- Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 for 3628 Crescent Street
- Land Use Applications Status Report for July 2025
Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee
The Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee will review an energy options report and an update on the operations contract search. The committee will also adopt minutes from a previous meeting and receive verbal updates on recreation programs.
- Adoption of May 7, 2025 committee minutes
- Review of Energy Options Report for USRC
- Update on RFP for USRC Operations Contract
- Verbal report on 2025 Parade of Programs
- Verbal report on Recreation Excellence Programs
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will consider a third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 810, 2025 for Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 at 3628 Crescent Street, Thornhill, which would permit long‑term recreational vehicle accommodation. The Committee will also recommend sending the bylaw to the Ministry of Transportation and Transit for approval. Informational reports on the Greater Terrace Official Community Plan, zoning bylaw status, and land‑use applications for May‑June 2025 will be presented. Minutes from the April 25, 2025 meeting will be adopted.
- Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 810, 2025 for Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 at 3628 Crescent Street, Thornhill
- Recommendation to forward Bylaw No. 810, 2025 to the Ministry of Transportation and Transit
- Report on Greater Terrace OCP and Zoning Bylaw Status – June 2025 (information only)
- Land Use Applications Status Report for May and June 2025 (information only)
- Adoption of minutes from the April 25, 2025 Planning Committee meeting
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will consider a recommendation to support the Society for Making Agriculture Sustainable in the Hazeltons (MASH) with a $295,000 Northern Development Initiative Trust grant for a pilot poultry processing project and a one‑time $1,000 Grant‑in‑Aid allocation. The commission will also receive reports on façade improvement applications for Terrace Peaks Gymnastics Club, The Arctic Divide, and Copperside Foods #1, and will adopt the minutes from the May 23, 2025 meeting.
- Recommendation to support a $295,000 NDIT grant for MASH’s pilot poultry processing project
- Recommendation to allocate a $1,000 Grant‑in‑Aid to MASH for the same project
- Report on façade improvement applications for Terrace Peaks Gymnastics Club, The Arctic Divide, and Copperside Foods #1
- Adoption of minutes from the May 23, 2025 Economic Development Commission meeting
- Report from Economic Development Officer on Electoral Area B request for support and grant‑in‑aid for MASH
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District Board will adopt recommendations from the Economic Development Commission and the Planning Committee. Items include a contract award for a Climate Action Plan to Pinna Sustainability Inc., a rezoning application for 3628 Crescent Street in Thornhill, and the third reading of Bylaw No. 810 for a Thornhill zoning amendment. The board will also receive reports on water system upgrades, landfill studies, and other infrastructure projects.
- Climate Action Plan Contract Award to Pinna Sustainability Inc. (Economic Development Officer report)
- Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 – 3628 Crescent Street, Thornhill (Planning Committee)
- Bylaw No. 810 (Thornhill Zoning Amendment) – third reading
- South Hazelton Water System – Weir Upgrades report
- Kitwanga Landfill Final Cover System Construction report
Thornhill Advisory Planning Commission
The Thornhill Advisory Planning Commission will review a Development Variance Permit (No. 240) requesting a 1.5 m side‑setback variance for a 10 × 10 porch addition at 3964 Old Lakelse Lake Drive. It will also consider a Temporary Use Permit (No. 020) for a mobile bistro at 2776 Clark Street. The commission will adopt minutes from the November 26 2024 and April 22 2025 meetings. Procedural items such as agenda approval and delegations will be addressed.
- Review of Development Variance Permit No. 240 for 3964 Old Lakelse Lake Drive (variance of 1.5 m side setback)
- Review of Temporary Use Permit No. 020 for Beyond Burgers Mobile Bistro at 2776 Clark Street
- Adoption of minutes from the November 26 2024 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from the April 22 2025 meeting
- Report on Rezoning Application No. 160 for 3628 Crescent Street
Special Regional District Board Meeting
The board will vote to exclude the public from part of the meeting and move that portion into a closed session. The resolution cites Section 226(1) of the Local Government Act and Section 90(1)(k) of the Community Charter, stating the subject involves preliminary negotiations on a proposed municipal service that could harm municipal interests if discussed publicly. No other agenda items are listed.
- Resolution to exclude public and convene closed session on preliminary municipal service negotiations (citing Local Government Act s.226(1) and Community Charter s.90(1)(k))
Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee
The Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee is reviewing reports on waste facility operations, a new green business recognition program, and a provincial advocacy list. The body is also receiving an update on the siting of the Dease Lake Landfill.
- Dease Lake Landfill Siting Update
- Proposed Green Business Recognition Program with Bronze, Silver, and Gold tiers
- Recommendation to advocate for BC Recycling regulation changes for mattresses, lead acid batteries, and textiles
- 2025/2026 Organic Diversion Communication plan
- Report on educational school tours of Thornhill Transfer Station and Forceman Ridge Waste Management Facility
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District Board will reconvene after a closed session to adopt recommendations, approve minutes, and consider several reports. A key item is the first and second reading of Bylaw No. 811, 2025, which creates a Regional Parks and Trails Conversion and Service Establishment. The board will also vote on the 2025‑2026 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement and award a $45,158 contract for the Meziadin Landfill design and compliance audit.
- First and second reading of Bylaw No. 811, 2025 (KS Regional Parks and Trails Conversion and Service Establishment)
- Approval of the 2025‑2026 BC Transit Annual Operating Agreement (AOA)
- Award of a $45,158 contract to Sperling Han sen Associates Inc. for Meziadin Landfill design, operations, and compliance audit
- Review of Electoral Area B Community Works Funds – Kitwanga Community Association report
- Discussion of Non‑Targeted Federal and Provincial Funding Policy (Committee of the Whole)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing the creation of an Electoral Area Finance Committee to review funding allocations. The body is also considering new policies for non-targeted federal and provincial funding and amendments to the Community Works Fund policy.
- Proposal to create an Electoral Area Finance Committee with a defined terms of reference
- Discussion of a new policy for non-targeted federal and provincial funding, including North West Regional Funding
- Proposed amendments to the Community Works Fund policy regarding five-year spending requirements and third-party project restrictions
- Closed session to discuss personal information of employees/agents and labour relations
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will consider a staff recommendation to fund a $5,000 façade improvement for Kispiox River Lodge under the Business Facade Improvement Program. The meeting also includes a presentation by Laurie Gallant of MASH on solutions for gaps in livestock processing services. Minutes from the April 25, 2025 meeting will be adopted, and the agenda will be approved.
- Approve $5,000 grant to Kispiox River Lodge for façade improvements (repainting trim, antique gas pump, and five windows)
- Presentation by Laurie Gallant (MASH) on solutions for gaps in livestock processing services
- Adopt minutes of the April 25, 2025 Economic Development Commission meeting
- Approve the agenda for the May 23, 2025 meeting
- Program funded by a $15,000 Northern Development Initiative Trust grant, leaving $10,000 remaining after this award
North West Regional Hospital District Board
The North West Regional Hospital District Board adopted the 2025 Annual Budget Bylaw, approving a 15% tax increase and noting a year‑end surplus of $18,276,581. The board also approved a letter of support for the Kitwanga Ambulance Station project and recorded Northern Health’s withdrawal of two capital upgrade requests, reducing the total request to $5,437,600. Several capital‑expenditure bylaws were considered, with two being removed from the agenda, and the board requested a meeting with Northern Health at the NCLGA 2025 AGM to discuss hospital replacement, addiction services, long‑term care, recruitment, and service area clarifications.
- Adoption of Annual Budget Bylaw No. 192, 2025 with 15% tax increase
- Letter of support approved for Kitwanga Ambulance Station project
- Northern Health withdrew two upgrade requests, lowering total to $5,437,600
- Capital Expenditure Bylaws No. 194, 196, 197, 199 considered; Bylaws 195 and 198 struck
- Request for meeting with Northern Health at NCLGA 2025 AGM to discuss multiple health initiatives
Committee of the Whole
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on the renewed Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) agreement, which provides $3.6 billion in funding for British Columbia over the next decade.
- Delegation from Toby Simpson, Program Officer at UBCM
- Overview of the 2024-2034 CCBF agreement
- Presentation on new eligible project categories
- Discussion on outcome reporting requirements
- Review of third-party asset project approvals
Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee
The Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee will consider several reports, including an update on the Request for Proposals for a new operations contract for the centre, which has one proposal pending board approval. It will also review the results of a signage survey that received 288 responses, with the preferred option projected to cost under $10,000. Additional items include a report on totem‑pole engagement and the routine election of a chair and vice‑chair.
- Update on USRC operations contract RFP – one proposal submitted, to be presented to the May board for award
- Signage survey results – 288 responses, 54% chose Option 4; projected cost under $10,000 with $59,365 remaining in the art budget
- Totem pole process – staff began engagement with community members; no financial implications yet
- Election of chair and vice‑chair for the advisory committee
- Adoption of minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will meet to adopt previous minutes and receive a staff report on current projects. The meeting is primarily for information, focusing on tourism, community development, and business retention.
- April 2025 Economic Development Projects Update report
- Update on Visit NW BC Co-op website content changes
- Report on BC Provincial Nominee Program 50% allocation reduction for 2025
- Status of Business Façade Improvement Program applications
- Information on $200 million Strategic Innovation Fund support for Cedar LNG project
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District Board will reconvene after a closed session to adopt recommendations from the Planning Committee. Items include two ALR subdivision applications, a request to relax lot‑frontage requirements, a liquor retail licence application, and a short‑term rental matter. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, adoption of minutes, and a bylaw amendment (Bylaw No. 808, 2025).
- ALC Application for Subdivision in the ALR – 5447 Old Remo Road (Electoral Area C)
- ALC Application for Subdivision in the ALR – Craft Road, Greater Terrace (Electoral Area C)
- Request to relax lot‑frontage requirement for a proposed conventional subdivision – Kleanza Drive, Greater Terrace (Electoral Area C)
- Liquor Retail Licence Application No. 001 – 1587 Kitwanga North Road (Electoral Area B)
- Short‑Term Rentals (review of related bylaws or policies)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will convene electronically and in person to approve the agenda and consider excluding the public to discuss personnel information and labour relations.
- Approval of the April 25, 2025 agenda
- Closed session to discuss personnel information
- Closed session to discuss labour relations
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will review staff reports recommending support for two Agricultural Land Commission subdivision applications: one at 5447 Old Remo Road in Electoral Area C and another at Craft Road in Greater Terrace, Electoral Area C. Additional items include a request to relax lot‑frontage requirements on Kleanza Drive, a liquor retail licence application for 1587 Kitwanga North Road, and informational reports on a Crown land referral for the More Creek hydroelectric license renewal and short‑term rentals. The committee will also adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the March meeting, and adjourn.
- ALC Subdivision Application 102232 – 5447 Old Remo Road, 63.64 ha, Electoral Area C (support recommendation)
- ALC Subdivision Application 103782 – Craft Road parcels PID‑023‑645‑563 (11.34 ha) and PID‑009‑508‑929 (15.94 ha), Electoral Area C (support recommendation)
- Request to relax lot‑frontage requirement for proposed subdivision on Kleanza Drive, Greater Terrace
- Liquor Retail Licence Application No. 001 – 1587 Kitwanga North Road, Kitwanga (written submissions added)
- Crown Land Referral – Alaska Hydro Corporation – More Creek Hydroelectric License Renewal (information only)
Thornhill Advisory Planning Commission
The Thornhill Advisory Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to rezone 3628 Crescent Street from R1 Residential to a site-specific zone. This change would legalize the existing use of the property for long-term recreational vehicle (RV) residency.
- Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 for 3628 Crescent Street to allow 6 RV sites
- Review of Bylaw No. 810, 2025
- Discussion of septic upgrades required by a Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner
- Requirement for two 20lb ABC dry chemical extinguishers on-site per Fire Chief
- Adoption of minutes from the November 26, 2024 meeting
Northwest BC Resource Benefits Alliance
The Northwest BC Resource Benefits Alliance will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from the June 25 2024 and March 7 2025 meetings. It will then pass a resolution to exclude the public and immediately reconvene in a closed session to discuss confidential negotiations with provincial, federal or third‑party parties.
- Adoption of the April 15 2025 meeting agenda
- Adoption of minutes from the June 25 2024 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from the March 7 2025 meeting
- Resolution to exclude the public and convene a closed session for confidential negotiations under Section 226(1) of the Local Government Act and Section 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter
North West Regional Hospital District Board
The board will discuss and vote on the 2025 Annual Budget Bylaw and several capital expenditure bylaws. The meeting includes reports on Northern Health bylaw requests and delegations regarding mental health and external hires.
- Bylaw No. 192, 2025 (2025 Budget)
- Bylaws No. 194, 195, 196, 197, and 199, 2025 (Capital Expenditure)
- Bylaw No. 193, 2025 (Amendment to Bylaw 130, 2020)
- Bylaw No. 198, 2025 (Amendment to Bylaw 198, 2024)
- Delegation from Jennifer Haas regarding the Road to Recovery Program
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District Board will reconvene in a closed session before resuming public proceedings. It will decide on a rezoning application for 3628 Crescent Street in Thornhill and consider several bylaws, including the Muller Bay Grant‑in‑Aid amendment and the five‑year financial plan. The meeting also includes a proposal from the Northwest BC Cricket Association for a three‑year lease of the Thornhill Agricultural Ground.
- Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 – 3628 Crescent Street, Thornhill (Electoral Area E)
- Bylaw No. 808, 2025 – Muller Bay Grant‑in‑Aid Service Area Establishment Amendment
- Bylaw No. 809, 2025 – Five‑Year Financial Plan 2025‑2029
- Bylaw No. 810, 2025 – Thornhill Zoning Amendment
- Northwest BC Cricket Association request for a 3‑year lease of the Thornhill Agricultural Ground (cricket pitch material cost $3,000)
Committee of the Whole
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine Committee of the Whole will hear an update on Kitselas and Kitsumkalum treaty negotiations. The meeting will also consider excluding the public to discuss confidential information related to these negotiations.
- Kitselas and Kitsumkalum Treaty Negotiations Update
- Resolution to exclude public and convene closed session
- Approval of minutes from February 28, 2025 meeting
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will consider a recommendation to allocate $56,200 from its budget to the 2025 Live Northwest BC Workforce and Resident Attraction Campaign. The campaign is managed by consultants Munro/Thompson and is a joint effort with five partner municipalities, each contributing $8,000, reducing the district’s share to $16,200. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of previous minutes and reports on the 2024 campaign performance.
- Allocate $56,200 to the 2025 Live Northwest BC Workforce and Resident Attraction Campaign
- Five partner municipalities each contribute $8,000, making the district’s share $16,200
- Report on 2024 Live Northwest BC campaign results: 745,771 impressions and 2,154 clicks
- Adopt minutes from the February 28, 2025 Economic Development Commission meeting
- Present March 2025 Economic Development Projects Update (information only)
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will give first and second readings to Thornhill Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 810, 2025 for Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 at 3628 Crescent Street. The board will also authorize staff to set a public hearing date and appoint directors from Electoral Areas E, C and the City of Terrace to the Public Hearing Committee. Notification and advertising of the hearing will be carried out in the Terrace Standard and on the district website.
- Rezoning Application No. 160, 2024 – 3628 Crescent Street, Thornhill (site‑specific RV zone)
- First and second reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 810, 2025
- Authorization for staff to schedule a public hearing
- Appointment of Electoral Area E, C and City of Terrace directors to the Public Hearing Committee
- Notification and advertising plan for the hearing in the Terrace Standard and online
Northwest BC Resource Benefits Alliance
The board will vote on a resolution to exclude the public and convene the meeting in closed session, citing Section 226(1) of the Local Government Act and Section 90(2)(b) of the Community Charter. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, delegations, adoption of minutes, and handling correspondence and reports. The meeting is scheduled for 12:00 PM on March 7 2025, held electronically and at 4545 Lazelle Avenue, Terrace, B.C.
- Resolution to exclude public and convene closed session under the Local Government Act and Community Charter
- Approval of agenda
- Delegations
- Adoption of minutes
- Correspondence and reports
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider the 2025‑2029 Draft Financial Plan report from the CFO. It will adopt the minutes from the January 24, 2025 meeting and hear a delegation from Heritage Park Museum requesting a $40,000 financial contribution. The board will also review the agenda amendment that added the draft financial plan presentation.
- Amendment to add Item F.1 – 2025 Draft Financial Plan Presentation (CFO report)
- Adoption of minutes from the January 24, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Delegation: Quinn Beblow, Curator/Manager, Heritage Park Museum – 2025 budget request
- Presentation requesting a $40,000 contribution to the museum’s budget
- Review of the 2025‑2029 Draft Financial Plan
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission is meeting to review and potentially adopt an amended 2025-2029 Economic Development Strategic Plan. The plan follows six planning sessions and identifies regional needs, goals, and action items.
- Proposed adoption of the 2025-2029 Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Strategic objectives including workforce attraction, community infrastructure, skills training, business retention, and tourism marketing
- Adoption of minutes from the January 24, 2025 meeting
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will discuss a Crown Land application from the City of Terrace for a wastewater effluent outfall. The body will also review an interim housing needs report for Electoral Areas C and E.
- Crown Land Application No. 6409517 for a City of Terrace wastewater effluent outfall in the Skeena River
- Interim Housing Needs Report 2025 for Electoral Areas C and E
- Land Use Applications Status Report for January 2024
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine Board will discuss a five-year draft financial plan and a contract for design and construction services at the Meziadin Landfill. The meeting includes reports on emergency management, dog control in Area C, and community works funds for Kitwanga and Gingolx.
- 2025-2029 Draft Financial Plan
- Contract award for Design & Construction Services at Meziadin Landfill
- Bylaw No. 803, 2024: Zoning Amendment for Electoral Area C, Greater Terrace
- Bylaw No. 807, 2025: Muller Bay Grant-in-Aid Service Area Establishment Amendment
- Reports on Community Works Funds for Kitwanga Community Association and Gingolx Village Government
Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee
The Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee is meeting to review several staff reports, including waste composition study results and facility summaries. The body will also discuss the 2025 meeting schedule and strategies 1 and 2 of the Solid Waste Management Plan.
- Report on permanent extension of public hours at Thornhill Transfer Station with an annual cost of $60,000
- 2024 Solid Waste Composition Study Results for the Greater Terrace area
- Solid Waste Facilities 2024 Summary
- 2024 Solid Waste Management Plan Activities Summary Report
- Solid Waste Management Plan-Strategy 1 & 2
Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee
The Upper Skeena Recreation Centre Advisory Committee will review several informational reports, including an update on the Request for Proposals for the centre’s operations contract, a public signage survey, community presentation plans, and a video project. No formal decisions are scheduled; the items are for information and will be forwarded to the Regional District board for later action. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, adoption of previous minutes, and scheduling the next meeting for May 7, 2025.
- Report on RFP for Operations Contract Update – posted week of Jan 27 on BC Bid, open for four weeks; board recommendation expected March 21, 2025.
- Report on Signage Survey – four design options, survey open until Feb 14; funded from the Art budget, no financial impact.
- Report on Community Presentations – Chair and Director to visit all seven Upper Skeena Indigenous communities this winter/spring to discuss centre challenges and partnership opportunities.
- Report on Video Project – provided for information only.
- Quarterly program update – membership sales (e.g., 595 one‑month memberships sold) and facility usage statistics for 2024 and 2025.
North West Regional Hospital District Board
The North West Regional Hospital District Board will consider and vote on Bylaw No. 191, 2025, a capital‑expenditure bylaw, in its first, second, third readings and adoption. The board will also receive a Treasurer’s report on the 2025 draft budget and discuss a pharmacy service review. Additional items include a resolution to move part of the meeting to a closed session and a review of the CT‑GE Revolution scanner transfer.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 191, 2025 (NWRHD Capital Expenditure) – three readings and vote
- Treasurer’s report on the 2025 draft budget, including $6,231,880 requested by Northern Health
- Director Brocklebank’s request for a pharmacy service review
- Resolution to exclude the public and reconvene in closed session under the Local Government Act
- Consent to transfer a CT‑GE Revolution scanner from Mills Memorial Hospital to Fort St. John Hospital
North West Regional Hospital District Board - Statutory Meeting
The North West Regional Hospital District Board will hold its inaugural statutory meeting on January 25, 2025. At the meeting the board will adopt the 2025 roster of directors and alternates and approve the 2025 meeting calendar. The board will also elect a Chair and two Vice‑Chairs for the year.
- Election of a Chair for 2025
- Election of two Vice‑Chairs for 2025
- Adoption of the 2025 roster of directors and alternates
- Adoption of the 2025 meeting calendar
- Call to order and procedural introductions
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt a new five-year strategic plan. The plan focuses on workforce attraction, community infrastructure, skills training, business expansion, and tourism marketing.
- Proposed adoption of the 2025-2029 Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Correspondence regarding approval of up to $15,000 for the 2025 Business Façade Improvement Program from Northern Development Initiative Trust
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the CFO's report on 2025 property assessments and the draft operating budget. Staff will present the draft budget (Attachment #1) and draft taxation changes (Attachment #2), which include a 6.61% property tax increase amounting to $767,051. Additional reports on fire services, economic development, works, development services, strategic initiatives, and corporate administration will be provided for information only.
- Review and possible approval of the 2025 Draft Operating Budget (Attachment #1)
- Review of Draft 2025 Taxation Changes proposing a 6.61% property tax increase ($767,051)
- 2025 property assessment data showing a 10.5% overall increase, with the largest area increases in Stewart (20.4%), Kitimat (13.7%), and Electoral Area A (11.2%)
- Projected operating surplus of $4.668 million for 2025, down from $5.797 million in 2024
- Information‑only reports from the Fire Chief, Economic Development Officer, Director of Works & Services, Director of Development Services, Manager of Strategic Initiatives, and Director of Administration/Corporate Officer/HR
Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will consider a third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 803, 2024 for Rezoning Application 159 on Kleanza Drive in Greater Terrace and forward it to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. The agenda also includes a staff report on an ALC subdivision application at 3777 Kispiox Valley Road, Kispiox. A land‑use applications status report for December 2024 is provided for information only.
- Third reading of Rezoning Application No. 159 – Kleanza Drive, Greater Terrace (Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 803, 2024)
- Report on ALC Application for subdivision in the ALR – 3777 Kispiox Valley Road, Kispiox
- Land Use Applications Status Report – December 2024 (information only)
Regional District Board Meeting
The Regional District Board will meet to discuss a research project on northern energy dialogues, review committee recommendations, and consider adopting several bylaws. The meeting will include a closed session regarding confidential information.
- Delegation: Northern Energy Dialogues Research Project
- Delegation: Inter Tribal Education Committee
- Bylaw No. 803: Zoning Amendment (3rd reading)
- Bylaw No. 804: Water Supply System Service Area Parcel Tax Roll (3rd reading)
- Bylaw No. 807: Muller Bay Grant-in-Aid Service Area Amendment (adoption)