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North Coast Regional District public meetings in 2025

43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 12, 2025 · 01:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to appoint 2026 election officials and review new public notice bylaws

The North Coast Regional District Board will appoint a Chief and Deputy Chief Election Officer for the 2026 general local elections. The body is also considering first readings for an election bylaw and three readings for a new public notice bylaw.

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Highliner
Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 11:00 AM

Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee

Committee elects David Archer as Chair and D'Leen Betts as Vice‑Chair for 2026

The Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee met by teleconference on December 9, 2025 and adopted its agenda. Members approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. The committee elected David Archer as Chair and D'Leen Betts as Vice‑Chair for 2026 by acclamation. Staff reported updates on the BC Ferry Northern Adventure Vessel, walkable road shoulders and speed zones, and accessible trail development, and directed work on a public washroom accessibility feedback form, a possible washroom audit, budget inclusion, and stakeholder engagement.

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by Teleconference
Fri Nov 21, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Statutory Meeting

Board elects new Chair and Vice Chair in a statutory meeting

The North Coast Regional District Board will adopt the agenda, elect a Chair and Vice Chair, hear an address from the newly elected officers, and then adjourn. No policy decisions, contracts, or zoning matters are on the agenda.

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Prince Rupert
Fri Nov 21, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board approves $12,000 emergency funding for Port Clements Historical Society

The North Coast Regional District Board will adopt the minutes from the October 17, 2025 meeting and consider a one-time emergency grant of $12,000 for the Port Clements Historical Society. The agenda also includes public delegations on highway maintenance and LNG projects, as well as the second and third readings of Bylaws 703 and 704 regarding a zoning amendment in Sandspit.

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by Teleconference
Fri Nov 21, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee will discuss the North Coast REDI economic development proposal

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the staff report on the proposed North Coast Regional Economic Development Initiative (REDI) and provide a recommended direction to the Board of Directors. It will also receive an OCP Revitalization report for information only. The committee will consider a letter to the Council of the Haida Nation about a partnership for the Sangan River pedestrian bridge and an update on the solid waste management plan. Finally, it will discuss a proposal to reduce speed limits in the Tow Hill residential area.

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by Teleconference
Wed Nov 19, 2025 · 07:00 PM

RBA Funding Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

EAAC to set RBA funding direction and choose Oona River incinerator option

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the 2025 Resource Benefits Alliance allocations report and provide direction on how to allocate the RBA funds. It will also review updated pricing options for the Oona River incinerator, comparing costs and lead times for several plug‑and‑play and controlled‑air units. The committee will consider reserving RBA funds for the incinerator and discuss a proposed monthly meeting schedule for future RBA allocation discussions.

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by Teleconference
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Committee to receive verbal updates on proposed trail work

The Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will meet via teleconference to adopt the agenda, receive verbal reports on proposed trail work, and consider committee verbal reports. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting.

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by Teleconference
Wed Oct 22, 2025 · 07:00 PM

RBA Funding Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

EAAC to decide direction for $2.5M RBA funding allocations

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the 2025 Resource Benefits Alliance Allocations and Programming report and provide direction to staff on how to allocate the $2,510,118 RBA funds received on March 28, 2025. The committee will discuss potential options for using these funds and consider a proposed schedule of monthly RBA allocation meetings. Decisions will guide capital and operational project funding for the North Coast Regional District.

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by Teleconference
Sun Oct 19, 2025 · 06:00 PM

Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission

Moresby Island Commission to discuss Official Community Plan revitalization

The Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission will meet to discuss the revitalization of the Official Community Plan (OCP). The session will focus on Round 1 activity and the OCP review.

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Sandspit Community Hall
Fri Oct 17, 2025 · 10:00 AM

NO QUORUM Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee to approve $5,850 in Business Façade Improvement grants

The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will consider two applications for the 2025 Business Façade Improvement Program. The proposals are from Naikoon Pet Services for $3,100 and Seas The Day Family Café and Country Store for $2,750. The committee will recommend that the Board approve these funding amounts.

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by Teleconference
Fri Oct 17, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board approves cemetery service and facade improvement grants

The North Coast Regional District Board will consider adopting a bylaw to establish a cemetery service in Electoral Area D and approve funding for local business facade improvements and landfill closure costs. The meeting will also include updates on regional recreation and a public delegation on highway transportation.

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by Teleconference
Thu Oct 16, 2025 · 07:00 PM

NO QUORUM Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting - Complete Communities

Electoral Area Advisory Committee receives Complete Communities Assessment report

The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive the Complete Communities Assessment report and provide staff with further direction on its use. The agenda will be adopted as presented, and the committee will acknowledge the traditional territory of the Haida and Tsimshian. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

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by Teleconference
Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Public Hearing

Public hearing on rezoning for residential subdivision in Sandspit

The North Coast Regional District is holding a public hearing to discuss amending the Moresby Island Official Community Plan and Interim Zoning Bylaw. The proposed changes would allow for residential subdivision at 473 Alliford Bay Road.

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Sandspit Community Hall
Fri Sep 19, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee recommends $4,000 grant for Moresby Explorers façade improvement

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive several staff reports and make recommendations. It will recommend that the Board approve a $4,000 grant to The Moresby Explorers Ltd. under the Business Façade Improvement Program and reallocate up to $6,377.63 for civic address signage in Area D. The committee will also discuss the Island Solid Waste Landfill Phase 5 closure, Resource Benefits Alliance funding allocations, and proposed Temporary Use Permit policies for Areas D and E.

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Prince Rupert
Fri Sep 19, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to adopt bylaws amending Moresby Island OCP for small‑scale multi‑family housing

The North Coast Regional District Board will designate the Office of the Fire Commissioner as fire inspectors and investigators for its electoral areas. It will approve amendments to the corporate credit‑card policy and the purchasing policy, and approve a $4,000 business façade improvement grant to The Moresby Explorers Ltd. The Board will reallocate up to $6,377.63 from the Capital and Planning Reserve for civic‑address signage in Electoral Area D, and will pass first‑reading of Bylaws 703 and 704, setting a public hearing for October 15 at Sandspit Community Hall.

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by Teleconference
Wed Aug 27, 2025 · 04:00 PM

Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission

Commission adopts agenda, minutes and reviews OCP revitalization report

The Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission adopted its August 27 agenda and the minutes from the June 17 meeting. It received a staff report titled "OCP Revitalization - APC Activity Review & What We Heard Round 1." The commission also set its next meeting for October 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. and provided a public input segment before adjourning.

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by Teleconference
Tue Aug 19, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee

Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee to review regional accessibility plan

The committee will discuss priority actions for the North Coast Regional District Accessibility Plan. Members will also receive updates regarding accessibility advocacy and equipment failures on the BC Ferries Northern Adventure.

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by Teleconference
Fri Aug 15, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board adopts economic development strategies and cemetery service bylaw

The North Coast Regional District Board will adopt economic development strategies for Electoral Areas A, C, D, and E, and authorize an alternate approval process for a cemetery service in Area D. The agenda also includes zoning amendments, water service bylaws, and land referrals.

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Prince Rupert
Fri Aug 15, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee receives OCP Revitalization draft report for information

The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt the agenda and the July 24 meeting minutes. It will receive the "OCP Revitalization Draft What We Heard" report for information. It will also receive a staff report on Temporary Use Permits and provide further direction on that matter.

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Prince Rupert
Fri Aug 1, 2025 · 02:00 PM

NO QUORUM Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee

Haida Gwaii Accessibility Committee to review accessibility plan and ferry issues

The committee will discuss the North Coast Regional District Accessibility Plan and recommend priority actions to the Board. Members will also receive updates regarding accessibility advocacy and service disruptions on BC Ferries' Northern Adventure.

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by Teleconference
Thu Jul 24, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee reviews temporary use permit framework and economic development strategy

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive a staff report on Temporary Use Permits and provide direction on a potential permit system. It will also receive the NCRD Sustainable Economic Development Strategy for Electoral Areas A, C, D and E and recommend that the Board adopt the strategy. An Official Community Plan Activity 1 Review report will be received for information, and correspondence about the Masset Library and Haida Language Immersion Lab opening will be noted.

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by Teleconference
Fri Jun 20, 2025 · 04:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider zoning amendments for Tlell and Sandspit

The North Coast Regional District Board will review zoning amendment applications for residential dwellings in Tlell and Sandspit. The meeting also includes a vote on the 2024 Statement of Financial Information and the adoption of a police detachment security bylaw.

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Oona River
Tue Jun 17, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Committee to review trail designs and skatepark concepts

The Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will receive staff reports on trail designs for Onward Point, Secret Cove, and Kwuna Point, as well as a concept design for a skatepark and pump track. The committee will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

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by Teleconference
Tue Jun 17, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission

Commission recommends first reading of Sandspit residential zoning amendment

The Moresby Island Advisory Planning Commission will receive a staff report on Application No. 2025-003 submitted by Letitia Ionita for residential use up to two dwellings in Sandspit. The Commission will recommend that the North Coast Regional District Board consider Draft Bylaw 703, 2025 to amend the Official Community Plan Bylaw 236, and Draft Bylaw 704, 2025 to amend the Interim Zoning Bylaw 186. The recommendation includes proceeding with a first reading of the two bylaws or denying the application.

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by Teleconference
Thu Jun 12, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee considers updates to Resource Benefits Alliance funding policy

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is reviewing a policy update for the Northwest B.C. Resource Benefits Alliance (RBA) funding to align with provincial requirements regarding reconciliation and First Nations relationships. The body is also discussing the allocation of $2,510,118 in accelerated RBA funds received on March 28, 2025.

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by Teleconference
Tue May 27, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee

Committee to elect chair and vice chair via teleconference

The Sandspit Parks and Trails Advisory Committee will meet by teleconference on May 27, 2025, to elect a chair and vice chair. The agenda is presented for adoption.

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by Teleconference
Wed May 14, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Graham Island Advisory Planning Commission

Commission directs staff to research land use revenue and enforcement

The Graham Island Advisory Planning Commission discussed the OCP Revitalization and defining community values. The body decided that staff will investigate revenue options from land use policy and research potential regulations and enforcement.

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by Teleconference
Fri May 9, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider two zoning amendment bylaws for Sandspit residential use

The board will adopt the meeting agenda and minutes, receive finance reports including a $283,464.27 unfunded landfill closure liability and the 2024 draft audited financial statements, and review staff reports on legislative reform, travel to Oona River, and the active transportation plan. It will also consider the Application for Zoning Amendment No. 2025-002, including Draft Bylaws 701 and 702 to permit 3‑6 residential dwellings on Moresby Island, and will waive the public hearing requirement.

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Prince Rupert
Wed May 7, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee to receive and discuss the NCRD Active Transportation Plan

The North Coast Regional District Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt its May 7 agenda and adopt the minutes from the April 9 and February 27 meetings. It will receive the report titled “NCRD Active Transportation Plan” and provide staff with direction on the plan. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

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by Teleconference
Sat Apr 26, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Committee of the Whole Meeting

NCRD updates progress on 2023-2026 strategic plan

The North Coast Regional District Committee of the Whole is receiving a progress report on its 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The report details updates on housing, governance, shared services, and the economy, including the receipt of $4,183,528 for the Resource Benefits Alliance.

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Sandspit Community Hall
Fri Apr 25, 2025 · 04:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board considers equipment for Sandspit Fire Dept and Tlell cemetery bylaw

The North Coast Regional District Board will discuss land use bylaws, economic development restructuring, and a zoning amendment in Tlell. The body is also deciding on funding for Sandspit Volunteer Fire Department equipment and the establishment of a cemetery service in Area D.

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Sandspit Community Hall
Wed Apr 9, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee to decide funding for Sandspit Volunteer Fire Dept equipment

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will receive a staff report on equipment procurement for the Sandspit Volunteer Fire Department and provide direction on how to fund the purchase. The total cost is $53,547.03, with $45,000 already approved from the Community Resiliency Investment Fund. The committee will also hear a verbal report on short‑term rentals and adopt the meeting agenda and prior minutes.

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by Teleconference
Fri Mar 21, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board adopts five‑year financial plan bylaw and approves major planning work

The board will adopt Bylaw No. 700, establishing the district’s 2025‑2029 financial plan. It will also approve the OCP Revitalization workplan, including a $75,000 increase to the eligible gas tax amount. Additional items include approving an ALC subdivision road dedication, sanctioning travel to the NCLGA convention, and appointing a member to the Graham Island Advisory Planning Commission.

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208-815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert B.C.
Wed Mar 5, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Special Board Meeting (Round 3 Budget)

North Coast Regional District reviews 2025 Round 3 Budget

The Board is discussing the 2025 Round 3 Budget and the Five-Year Financial Plan 2025-2029. The meeting covers the approval of financial plans for 37 different functions, including waste, water, and administration.

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by Teleconference
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

EAAC will consider approving the OCP Revitalization Workplan and funding.

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the February 12 meeting. It will receive a staff report titled “OCP Revitalization: Workplan Framework” for information. The committee will recommend that the Board approve the workplan and allocate funds to begin the OCP Revitalization project.

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by Teleconference
Sat Feb 22, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Special Board Meeting (Round 2 Budget)

North Coast Regional District to finalize 2025 budget in March

The North Coast Regional District is holding a special board meeting to review the second round of the 2025 budget. Staff will present proposed changes to service areas including Islands Solid Waste, Regional Recycling, and Administration, with the final plan to be approved by March 21.

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208-815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert B.C.
Fri Feb 21, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board considers new cemetery service in Tlell and hazard assessments for Haida Gwaii

The North Coast Regional District Board is meeting to discuss the establishment of a cemetery service in Tlell and a joint project for Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessments on Haida Gwaii. The body will also review short-term rental requirements and OCP engagement strategies.

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730 2nd Ave W, Prince Rupert
Fri Feb 21, 2025 · 01:45 PM

Parcel Tax Roll Review Agenda

Board authenticates 2025 Parcel Tax Roll for Sandspit Water

The Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel adopted the meeting agenda, received the staff report titled "2025 Parcel Tax Roll Review - Sandspit Water," and formally authenticated the 2025 parcel tax roll. The panel then adjourned the meeting.

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208-815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert B.C.
Wed Feb 12, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss OCP engagement and economic development strategies

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a community engagement strategy for revitalizing Official Community Plans in Electoral Areas D and E. The body will also consider recommendations for the adoption of economic development strategies and a joint project for hazard assessments on Haida Gwaii.

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by Teleconference
Wed Feb 12, 2025 · 10:00 AM

NO QUORUM Sandspit Community Hall Standing Committee

Committee receives facility condition and financial plan reports

The Sandspit Community Hall Standing Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the December 6, 2024 meeting. It will receive for information the Sandspit Community Hall Facility Condition Assessment – Maintenance and Capital Recommendations, the Five‑Year Financial Plan 2025‑2029, a staff report on Jersey Barriers, and a verbal report on moving the air handler due to column work. No decisions or approvals are listed beyond adopting the agenda and minutes.

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by Teleconference
Fri Jan 24, 2025 · 07:00 PM

NCRD Special Board Meeting (Round 1 Budget)

NCRD holds Special Board Meeting for Round 1 Budget reviews

The Board is reviewing the 2025 Round 1 Budget and various five-year financial plans. Most items are being referred to Round 2 or Round 3 budget discussions. The meeting also includes the receipt of 2025 Grant in Aid applications.

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208-815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert B.C.
Fri Jan 24, 2025 · 02:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to review wind power and industrial land use referrals

The North Coast Regional District Board will consider land use referrals for wind power and temporary industrial use. The meeting also includes the adoption of bylaws for Sandspit advisory committees and the scheduling of a parcel tax roll review panel.

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208-815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert B.C.
Wed Jan 22, 2025 · 07:00 PM

Electoral Area Advisory Committee Meeting

Committee recommends board prepare bylaw for Tlell cemetery service

The Electoral Area Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and the December 3, 2024 minutes. It will receive for information a draft Economic Development Strategy and Active Transportation Plan for Areas D and E, and a proposed 2025‑2029 Electoral Area Administration Financial Plan. The committee will also receive a report on establishing a cemetery service in Tlell and will recommend that the board direct staff to prepare a local service establishment bylaw for that cemetery.

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by Teleconference