Regional District of Central Kootenay REGULAR BOARD MEETING Open Meeting Revised

Date: Thursday, April 15, 2021 Time: 9:00 am Location: RDCK Remote Meeting The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19

Directors will have the opportunity to participate in the meeting electronically. Proceedings are open to the public.

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1. CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME

1.1. TRADITIONAL LANDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT We acknowledge and respect the indigenous peoples within whose traditional lands we are meeting today.

1.2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) The agenda for the April 15, 2021 Regular Open Board meeting be adopted with the following amendments: • inclusion of Item 3.1.5 Central Resource Recovery Committee: minutes April 14, 2021; • inclusion of Item 3.2.3 Area A Economic Development Commission: minutes April 7, 2021; • inclusion of Item 8.2.4 Rosebud Lake: Planned Logging in the Community Watershed; and • with the addition of the addendum before circulation.

1.3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES 23 - 49 RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) The minutes from the March 18, 2021 Regular Open Board meeting be adopted as circulated.

1.4. DELEGATIONS

1.4.1. West Kootenay Boundary Community Investment Co-op 50 - 54 Tyler Rice Treasurer

1.4.2. Community Futures Central Kootenay 55 - 76 Andrea Wilkey Executive Director

2. BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES

2.1. Director Davidoff: Area H and I Cell Service Infrastructure and Leasing Joint Service Feasibility Study Board Meeting - January 21, 2021 RES 65/21

That the following recommendation BE REFERRED to the February 18, 2021 Board meeting: That the Board approve up to $30,000 in the 2021 Financial Plan from the S106 Feasibility Study Reserve to hire a consultant to determine requirements and a proposed scope for the RDCK to assist telecommunications service providers in expanding cellular service in Electoral Areas I and H. Board Meeting - February 18, 2021 RES96/21 That the following recommendation BE REFERRED to the March 18, 2021 Board meeting: That the Board approve up to $30,000 in the 2021 Financial Plan from the S106 Feasibility Study Reserve to hire a consultant to determine requirements and a proposed scope for the RDCK to assist telecommunications service providers in expanding cellular service in Electoral Areas I and H. Board Meeting - March 18, 2021 RES 197/21 That the following recommendation BE REFERRED to the April 15, 2021 Board meeting: That the Board approve up to $30,000 in the 2021 Financial Plan

2 from the S106 Feasibility Study Reserve to hire a consultant to determine requirements and a proposed scope for the RDCK to assist telecommunications service providers in expanding cellular service in Electoral Areas I and H.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Board approve up to $30,000 in the 2021 Financial Plan from the S106 Feasibility Study Reserve to hire a consultant to determine requirements and a proposed scope for the RDCK to assist telecommunications service providers in expanding cellular service in Electoral Areas I and H.

2.2. For Information: RDCK's Comments - AKBLG's meeting with Ministry of 77 - 78 Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development

3. COMMITTEES & COMMISSIONS

3.1. FOR INFORMATION 3.1.1. Nelson and District Recreation Commission No. 5: minutes March 79 - 81 10, 2021

3.1.2. All Recreation Committee: minutes March 31, 2021 82 - 91

3.1.3. Creston Valley Services Committee: minutes April 1, 2021 92 - 94

3.1.4. Castlegar and District Recreation Commission: minutes April 6, 95 - 101 2021

3.1.5. Central Resource Recovery Committee: minutes April 14, 2021 102 - 103

3.2. WITH RECOMMENDATIONS

3.2.1. Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee: minutes April 104 - 108 13, 2021

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That Resolution 594/19, being the allocation of $19,000 in funds from Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) funds Service S100 General Administration to provide Step 1 rebates for BC Hydro service area residents BE RESCINDED because rebates are being provided by BC Hydro; AND FURTHER, that Resolution 296/20, being the allocation of $24,747.23 in funds from the Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) General Administration Service S100 to the

3 Community Energy Association (CEA) to support developing updated Strategic Community Energy and Emissions Plans (SCEEP) for Salmo, Nakusp and Creston BE RESCINDED because matching contribution was not received.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO WGT) That the Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee take no further action at this time on the following recommendation: 845/20 That the Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee Chair, RDCK Board Chair and senior staff approach the new Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations & Rural Development to ask what emerging direction may be coming which would assist the RDCK in further investigating bioenergy projects which would align with provincial objectives of maximizing fiber utilization and reducing forest fuel loading; AND FURTHER to make a similar outreach to Forest Enhancement Society BC.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board and staff review the draft Central Kootenay Interim Food Security Action Plan and provide their recommendations by May 11, 2021.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to investigate distribution of Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) funds between Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee (CSLAC) and Board, and bring results to CSLAC for consideration, and bring a recommendation for a 2021 financial plan amendment.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That Board direct staff to complete an internal assessment, prior to requesting a Service Case Analysis, to understand if a Contribution Service for food and agriculture is possible.

3.2.2. Joint Resource Recovery Committee: minutes April 14, 2021 109 - 113

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Board approve the RDCK extend the service agreement with Frazer Excavation for wood reduction services for the period of April 16, 2021 to March 31, 2022, under the same terms and

4 conditions of the current Agreement, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents; AND FURTHER that the Board direct staff to initiate a procurement process before November 1, 2021 for wood reduction services to begin on April 1, 2022, for a three year period with two options for one year extensions.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Resolution 13/21 passed at January 21, 2021 Open Board meeting be amended by replacing the word “proponent” with the word “proponent(s)” and that the amended resolution reads: That the Board direct staff to prepare a Negotiated Request for Proposal for the Central Landfill and Creston Landfill Composting Facilities and undertake the procurement and negotiation with the proponent(s) that offers the highest value to the RDCK which meets all required scope for less than $3,241,992 plus GST; AND FURTHER that costs are apportioned from Service S186 East Resource Recovery and Service S187 Central Resource Recovery; AND FURTHER that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents to a maximum value of $3,241,992 with the highest ranked proponent(s) following negotiation.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to issue the Draft RDCK Resource Recovery Plan, dated April 9, 2021, prepared by MWA Environmental Consultants Ltd. and Carey McIver and Associates Ltd. for public consultation in May 2021.

3.2.3. Area A Economic Development Commission: minutes April 7, 2021 114 - 123 The recommendation from the Commission regarding the resignation of Mark Romano has been addressed in Item 3.3.1

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Board approve the payment of the following grants from the Area A Economic Development Commission S108 2021 budget: East Shore Trail and Bike Association $10,000

3.3. MEMBERSHIP/APPOINTMENTS

5 3.3.1. Area A: Economic Development Commission

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board send a letter to outgoing member Mark Romano thanking him for his service to the Area A Economic Development Commission.

3.3.2. Recreation Commission No. 9 (Area A)

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board appoint the following individual to the Recreation Commission No. 9 for a term to end December 31, 2022: Vivienne Rabb

3.3.3. Area D: Advisory Planning Commission

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board send a letter to outgoing member Mark Elder thanking him for his service to the Area D Advisory Planning Commission.

3.3.4. Winlaw Regional and Nature Park Commission

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board send a letter to outgoing member Dustin Thiele thanking him for his service to the Winlaw Regional and Nature Park Commission.

3.3.5. For Information: West Kootenay Transit (RDKB) 124

3.4. DIRECTORS' REPORTS Each Director will be given the opportunity to provide a brief summary of the work they have been doing within their communities.

3.4.1. Director Jackman: Timber Supply Area and Columbia Basin 125 Regional Advisory Committee

3.4.2. Director Wall: Creston Creative Combine 126

3.4.3. Director Casemore: Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance 127

6 3.4.4. Director Faust: Columbia River Treaty 128 - 136

3.4.5. Director Davidoff: Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce 137

3.4.6. Director Smith: Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce 138 - 140

3.4.7. Director Hewat: Federation of Canadian Municipalities 141 - 149

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board endorse Director Suzan Hewat to apply to the FCM Standing Committees for the period starting June 2021 and ending May 2022; AND FURTHER, that all costs associated with Director Suzan Hewat attending FCM's Standing Committee meetings will be paid from the General Administration Service S100.

3.4.8. Director Main: Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board 150

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) WHEREAS the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) represents the interests of member municipalities on policy and program matters that fall within federal jurisdiction; WHEREAS FCM’s Board of Directors is comprised of elected municipal officials from all regions and sizes of communities to form a broad base of support and provide FCM with the united voice required to carry the municipal message to the federal government; and WHEREAS FCM’s virtual Annual Conference and Trade Show will be held June 1 to 4, 2021, during which time the Annual General Meeting will be held and followed by the election of FCM’s Board of Directors; BE IT RESOLVED that Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) endorse Leah Main to stand for election on FCM’s Board of Directors for the period starting in June 2021 and ending June 2022; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that RDCK Board assumes all costs associated with Leah Main attending FCM’s Board of Directors meetings.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE)

7 That the Board contribute up to $500 toward Director Leah Main's campaign for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Board of Directors, with funds to come from the General Administration service.

4. CORRESPONDENCE

4.1. Help Cities Lead Campaign

4.1.1. The letter dated March 4, 2021 from Mike Little, North Vancouver 151 - 153 District, seeking support from local governments for the Help Cities Lead campaign.

4.1.2. The letter dated March 10, 2021 from Lisa Helps, City of Victoria, 154 - 155 seeking support from local government for the Help Cities Lead campaign.

4.2. The letter dated March 22, 2021 from Ben Leslie, Columbia Wireless, 156 - 160 seeking to build a fiber optic backbone connection at the Passmore Fire Hall to link up one of the towers up the Slocan Valley.

4.3. The correspondence from Gerald Dordeiro, Nest Lab, encouraging 161 - 165 participates to apply online to join Nest Lab in opportunities to work together to address the dual challenge of climate change and economic resilience.

5. COMMUNICATIONS

5.1. The draft report dated November 13, 2020 prepared by PBX Engineering 166 - 197 Ltd for the Lardeau Valley power assessment.

5.2. 988 Crisis Line

5.2.1. The letter dated March 5, 2021 from Christine Fraser, Township of 198 - 199 Spallumcheen, indicating their support for the 988 Crisis Line.

5.2.2. The letter dated March 10, 2021 from Jamie Ross, Village of 200 Belcarra, indicating their support for the 988 Crisis Line.

5.3. The letter dated March 11, 2021 from Walter Cobb, City of Williams Lake, 201 - 202 seeking support for stronger sentencing for prolific and repeat offenders.

5.4. The letter dated March 16, 2021 from Sarah Allison, Horse Council BC, 203 - 204 providing information regarding firearm use and equestrian safety.

5.5. The letter dated March 17, 2021 from Lyn Hall, City of Prince George 205 indicated their opposition to BC Hydro's proposed 2020 Street Lighting Rate Application.

8 5.6. The letter dated March 18, 2021 from the District of Sicamous requesting 206 - 208 the Province designate invasive Asian Clams as a Prohibited Aquatic Invasive Species.

5.7. The letter dated March 22, 2021 from Tara DeCourcy, Ministry of Forests, 209 - 210 Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development, regarding concerns about site degradation related to mud bogging activities at Brilliant Flats.

5.8. The letter dated March 22, 2021 Okenge Yuma Morisho, Ministry of 211 - 213 Municipal Affairs, indicating that the RDCK has received 68 percent increase over the initial Covid Restart installment for a total of $1,276,000.

5.9. The letter dated March 26, 2021 from Tara Faganello, Ministry of 214 - 219 Municipal Affairs, thanking mayors and chairs for participating in the regional calls during Covid.

5.10. The letter dated April 8, 2021 from Brant Felker, UBCM, providing an 220 - 222 annual update on aspects of the overall compliance framework for the local governments in B.C. for the federal Gas Tax Fund.

6. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 223 - 241

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) The Accounts Payable Summary for March 2021 in the amount of $2,227,945 be approved.

7. BYLAWS

7.1. Bylaw 2722: Electoral Area G Land Use Amendment 242 - 244

RECOMMENDATION: (PO RURAL) THAT Amending Bylaw No. 2722, 2020 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area G Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018 is hereby ADOPTED; AND FURTHER that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the same.

7.2. Bylaw 2764: Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment - 245 - 255 Tarrys Community Hall The Board Report dated March 30, 2021 from Eileen Senyk, Planner, seeking the Board read Bylaw No. 2764 for a third time, has been received.

RECOMMENDATION:

9 (PO RURAL) That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764, 2021 being a bylaw to amend Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given THIRD reading by content.

7.3. Bylaw 2777: RDCK Noise Amendment (Area H) 256 - 257

RECOMMENDATION: (PO WGT) That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Noise Amendment Bylaw No. 2777, 2021 be read a FIRST, SECOND, and THIRD time by content.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO WGT) That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Noise Amendment Bylaw No. 2777, 2021 be ADOPTED and the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the same.

8. NEW BUSINESS

8.1. COMMUNITY SERVICES

8.1.1. Area H North TV Society: Analog to Digital TV Project

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the RDCK Board approve $7,000 be paid to the Area H North TV Society for its change over project from analog to digital TV, AND FURTHER, that these funds be paid form the 2021 budget for S219 TV Society - New Denver, Silverton and Defined Area H.

8.2. COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

8.2.1. Flood and Geohazard Protection in the RDCK 258 - 263 The Board Report dated March 31, 2021 from Chris Johnson, Manager of Community Sustainability, seeking Board direction for ongoing work on Flood and Geohazard protection, has been received.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to continue working with the Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership on a memorandum of understanding and terms of reference for the group and update

10 the Board on progress.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to complete an assessment detailing the responsibilities and liability associated with the RDCK becoming a diking authority, and provide a report to the Board with the findings.

8.2.2. UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund: Flood Risk 264 - 275 Evaluation Policy The Board Report dated March 25, 2021 from Chris Johnson, Manager of Community Sustainability, seeking Board approval to apply to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for the development of a Flood Risk Evaluation Policy, has been received.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Board approves the submission of an application to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund and directs staff to hire a consultant to complete the project and manage the funds through Development and Community Sustainability Service A108 Development and Community Sustainability Services; AND FURTHER, that the 2021-2025 financial plan be amended accordingly.

8.2.3. First Nations Relationship - Yaqan Nukiy 276 - 282 The Board Report dated March 17, 2021 from Sangita Sudan, General Manager of Community Sustainability and Development Services, providing an update to the Board regarding the various ways RDCK staff have been engaging with Yaqan Nukiy and Ktunaxa Nation, has been received.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to continue ongoing meaningful engagement with Yaqan Nukiy Staff leading to the development of a Protocol Agreement on common interest to both parties; AND FURTHER staff provide updates to the Board on how discussions are proceeding on these items quarterly.

8.2.4. Rosebud Lake: Planned Logging in the Community Watershed

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board write a letter to the British Columbia Timber Sales,

11 with a copy to the Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resources and Rural Development, to provide details on the concerns the community of Rosebud Lake has regarding planned logging in the community watershed, with specific comments related to the Area G Official Community Plan.

8.3. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

8.3.1. Award: 2021 Fauquier Watermain Replacement Project 283 - 285 The Board Report dated March 30, 2021 from Steve Ethier, Water Operations Manager, seeking Board approval to award the purchase of materials for the 2021 Fauquier Watermain Replacement project, has been received.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Board award the materials purchase contract for the Fauquier Watermain Replacement project identified in the 2021- 2025 Financial Plan to EMCO Corporation, and that the CAO and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents to a maximum value of $155,715.02; AND FURTHER, that the cost be carried by Service S254 Fauquier Water.

8.4. FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

8.4.1. Lease: BC Emergency Health Services 286 - 336

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Board approve the RDCK entering into a Lease with Provincial Health Services Authority for BC Ambulance Service at the Winlaw Fire Hall for a five year term commencing October 1, 2020, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

8.4.2. Association of Kootenay and Boundary Local Governments (AKBLG) Resolutions

8.4.2.1. AKBLG Resolution: COVID Restart Grant Funds Board Meeting - February 18, 2021 RES 179/21 WHEREAS Regional Districts are federations that serve rural and municipal residents and operate services that were significantly impacted by unforeseen expenses and lost revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including Recreation, Resource Recovery, Bylaw services and Building Inspection;

12 AND WHEREAS the COVID-19 Restart Grants provided to Regional Districts were much lower than those provided to municipalities and are far from sufficient to cover the lost revenue and additional expenses incurred as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in pressure on local taxation during a time when residents are suffering economically; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM request that the Province of British Columbia amend its COVID-19 Restart Grant Funding formula for Regional Districts to allocate an equitable per capita amount of COVID-19 Restart Grant funding to Regional Districts, thereby acknowledging the significant impact the COVID -19 pandemic has had on all of British Columbia’s local governments.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to communicate to Association of Kootenay and Boundary Local Governments that the motion put forward by the RDCK Board on COVID Restart Funds can be removed from the 2021 AKBLG Convention Agenda.

8.4.2.2. AKBLG Resolution: Issuance to Water Licenses 337 The email dated April 5, 2021 from Linda Tynan, AKBLG, seeking clarity regarding the Board's resolution to AKBLG for Issuance to Water Licenses, has been received.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the resolution 178/21 being: WHEREAS the Regional District of Central Kootenay is reliant on surface water sources to support development; AND WHEREAS water licenses in the Regional District of Central Kootenay take the province years to issue; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ministry of Forest, Lands, Natural Resources and Rural Development provide clarity on what issues it is facing that are causing the delays in the issuance of water licenses to the Regional District of Central Kootenay Board.

13 be amended to read: WHEREAS the Regional District of Central Kootenay is reliant on surface water sources to support development; AND WHEREAS water licenses in the Regional District of Central Kootenay take the province years to issue; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Province of British Columbia increase funding for the Ministry of Forest, Lands, Natural Resources and Rural Development to provide the resources necessary to reduce the time required to process water license applications to less than two (2) years.

8.4.2.3. For Information: AKBLG Resolution Videos 338 The email dated April 6, 2021 from Linda Tynan, AKBLG, indicating local government sponsors will have an opportunity to provide a short video introducing their resolutions, has been received.

8.4.3. For Information: 2021 RDCK Quarterly Reporting (Q1) 339 - 379 The 2021 RDCK Quarterly Report (Q1) from Mike Morrison, Corporate Officer, has been received for information.

8.5. FIRE SERVICES

8.5.1. MFA Financing: Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (Robson) 380 - 381 The Board Report dated March 31, 2021 from Nora Hannon, Regional Fire Chief, seeking Board approval to apply to Municipal Finance Authority (MFA) for the 2020 purchase of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and compressor, has been received.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) That the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay authorizes a total of $131,981.52 to be borrowed, under Section 403 of the Local Government Act, from the Municipal Finance Authority - Equipment Financing Program, for the purpose of funding Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and a Compressor; AND FURTHER, that the loan be repaid within five years from Fire Protection Area J (Robson) Service S138, with no rights of renewal.

8.6. GRANTS

8.6.1. Discretionary 382 - 384

14 RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Discretionary grants out of the funds available for the following Electoral Areas/Member Municipalities be approved as designated:

Area A Friends of Kootenay East Shore Clean- $3,200.00 Lake up

Area C Neighbours Connecting Storage Unit $1,000.00 Neighbours

Area E Nelson Evangelical Living Garden $1,000.00 Church

8.6.2. Community Development 385 - 390

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Community Development grants out of the funds available for the following Electoral Areas/Member Municipalities be approved as designated:

Area E Membership and Nelson Public Library $12,000 Projects Balfour Senior Citizens WIFI and Dishwasher $5,889.22 Association

Area H Slocan Valley Heritage RTV Accessories and $4,485.00 Trail Society Equipment

Salmo th Village of Salmo 75 Anniversary $599.04 Canvas Bags

8.6.3. Area E: Economic Development Grant 391 - 392

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE)

15 Economic Development grants out of the funds available for Electoral Area E from Economic Development-Nelson and Area E & F Service S111 be approved as designated: Balfour and District Business and Historic Association $15,840

8.7. CHAIR/CAO REPORTS The Chair and CAO will provide a verbal report to the Board.

9. RURAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.1 Building Bylaw Contravention - Levan 1. That the Corporate Officer of the Regional District of Central Kootenay be directed to file a Notice with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia, stating that a resolution has been made under Section 57 of the Community Charter by the Regional District Board relating to land at 3945 Barbados Road, Electoral Area H, legally described as Lot D, District Lot 6897, Kootenay District Plan NEP22647, and further, if an active Building permit or Building application is in place, that it be cancelled; and finally, that information respecting the resolution may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Central Kootenay on normal working days during regular office hours.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.2 Non-Farm Use in the Agricultural Land Reserve - Lister Community Association 2. That the Board SUPPORT regarding application A2102B for the purposes of a Non-Farm Use proposed by The Lister Community Association for property located at 3461 16th Street, Electoral Area B and legally described as Lot 1 District Lot 812 Kootenay District Plan 12603.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.3 Non-Adhereing Residential Use in the Agricultural Land Reserve - Smagh 3. That the Board SUPPORT application A2024B for the purposes of a Non- Adhering Residential Use as proposed by Ramandeep Smagh for the properties located at 4368 48th Street, Electoral Area B, legally described as Lot 109, District Lot 812, Kootenay District Plan 730C (PID 012-300-993) and 950 Hagey Road, legally described as Lot 27, District Lot 812, Kootenay District Plan 810 (PID 016- 027-973), Electoral Area B to place temporary farm worker housing within the ALR on each subject property.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE)

16 Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.4 Non-Farm Use in the Agricultural Land Reserve - Balfour Resort Owners Association 4. That the Board SUPPORT application A2025E for a Non-Farm Use as proposed by the Balfour Resort Owners Association for the property located at 7298 Highway 3A in Electoral Area E, legally described as Lot A, Plan NEP20829, District Lot 337, Kootenay Land District (PID 018-467-806) to permit one additional RV site that would be for seasonal use by friends and family of the resort owners.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO RURAL) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.6 Zoning Amendment Bylaw - Maglio 5. That Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2774, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO RURAL) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.6 Zoning Amendment Bylaw - Maglio 6. That in accordance with the Regional District of Central Kootenay Planning Procedures and Fees Bylaw No. 2457, 2015, Electoral Area F Director Tom Newell is hereby delegated the authority to chair the Public Hearing on behalf of the Regional District Board.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO RURAL) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.7 Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments - McCormick & Lerner 7. That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2775, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Regional District of Central Kootenay Electoral Area ‘F’ Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2214, 2012 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO RURAL) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.7 Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments - McCormick & Lerner 8. That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2776, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

RECOMMENDATION:

17 (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.7 Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments - McCormick & Lerner 9. That in accordance with the Regional District of Central Kootenay Planning Procedures and Fees Bylaw No. 2457, 2015, Electoral Area F Director Tom Newell is hereby delegated the authority to chair the Public Hearing on behalf of the Regional District Board.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.9 Non-Medical Cannabis Retail Licence Referral - Ekstasis Valley Holding Ltd. 10. That in accordance with Section 33(1) of the Cannabis Control and Licensing Act, the Regional Board recommends support of an application from Ekstasis Valley Holdings Ltd. for a proposed non-medical cannabis retail licence at 1290 Highway 6, Crescent Valley (Lot A, Plan NEP20340, District Lot 303, Kootenay Land District) with operating hours from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Monday to Saturday, and 9:00 am to 8:00 pm on Sunday; And that the Regional Board comments are as follows: I. The proposed store is located in an area with no Official Community Plan or Zoning Bylaw; II. The Board has included recommended hours of operation to mirror those approved by the LCRB for the rural liquor store agency located across the street at 1303 Highway 6; III. The Board requests that Ekstatsis Valley Holdings Ltd. apply for a new Highway Access Permit with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to address any potential traffic and safety issues including parking availability; IV. No significant impact on the community is anticipated if the application is approved; V. The Board provide opportunity for residents to submit their views on the licence application. Public notice indicating that the Board would accept written comments on the application until March 22, 2021 was published in the Valley View, posted on the RDCK’s website from February 18, 2021, and mailed to owners and tenants within 100 metres of the subject parcel on February 18, 2021. Further, a notification sign was posted on the store front at 1290 Highway 6 from February 18, 2021 until the Boardc onsidered the application on April 14, 2021; VI. The views of the residents were considered by the Board at its April 15 Regular Board meeting or delivered as late items if correspondence was received after the agenda was published; And further that the Regional Board direct staff to forward the above recommendation to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB).

RECOMMENDATION: (PO RURAL) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.11 Bylaw Amendment Application - Doukhobor Heritage Society

18 11. That Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2733, 2020 being a bylaw to amend Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.11 Bylaw Amendment Application - Doukhobor Heritage Society 12. That in accordance with Regional District of Central Kootenay Planning Procedures and Fees Bylaw No. 2457, 2015 that Electoral Area K Director Paul Peterson is hereby delegated the authority to chair the Public Hearing on behalf of the Regional District Board.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE WGT) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 4.13 100% Renewable Energy Plan Workshop 13. That the Board approve up to $3,200 of Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) Service 100 funds to offer a workshop for rural area elected officials on the proposed Big Moves for the Regional District of Central Kootenay rural areas in the 100% Renewable Energy Plan; AND FURTHER, that funds be moved from the CARIP reserve to S105 Community Sustainability, and that the 2021-2025 financial plan be amended to reflect the changes.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 5.1 Community Works Fund Application - Blewett Disc Golf Course Recreation Infrastructure Project 14. That the Community Works Fund application submitted by the Nelson Disc Golf Society for the Blewett Disc Golf Course Recreation Infrastructure Project in the total amount of $35,000 be approved and that funds be disbursed from the following Community Works Funds: Electoral Area E in the amount of $15,000; Electoral Area F in the amount of $5,000; Electoral Area H in the amount of $7,500; Electoral Area I in the amount of $5,000; Electoral area J in the amount of $2,500; SUBJECT to the submission of the long term land use agreement between the Nelson Disc Golf Society and both Teck Metals Ltd and BC Hydro.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 5.2

19 Community Works Fund Application - Duhamel Water System Mainline Upgrade Project 15. That the RDCK Community Works Fund application submitted for the Duhamel Water System Mainline Upgrade Project in the total amount of $150,000 be approved and that funds be disbursed from Community Works Funds allocated to Electoral Area F to Water Utility-Area F (Duhamel Creek) - S248.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 5.3 Community Works Fund Application - Arrow Lakes Cross Country Ski Club Upgrade Project - Wensley Creek 16. That the Community Works Fund application submitted by the Arrow Lakes Cross Country Ski Club for the Wensley Creek Cross Country Trails Upgrade Project in the total amount of $10,722 be approved and that funds be disbursed to the Nakusp and Area Community Trails Society from Community Works Funds allocated to Electoral Area K

RECOMMENDATION: (PO WGT) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 5.4 Regional District of Central Kootenay Water Bylaw No. 2766, 2021 17. That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Water Bylaw No. 2766, 2021 is hereby read the FIRST, SECOND, and THIRD time by content.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO WGT) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 5.4 Regional District of Central Kootenay Water Bylaw No. 2766, 2021 18. That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Water Bylaw No. 2766, 2021 is hereby ADOPTED and the Chair and Secretary are authorized to sign same.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO WGT) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 5.5 Regional District of Central Kootenay Utilities Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw No. 2767, 2021 19. That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Utility Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw No. 2767, 2021 is hereby read the FIRST, SECOND, and THIRD time by content.

RECOMMENDATION: (PO WGT) Rural Affairs Committee - Item 5.5 Regional District of Central Kootenay Utilities Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw No.

20 2767, 2021 20. That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Utility Rates, Fees, and Charges Bylaw No. 2767, 2021 is hereby ADOPTED and the Chair and Secretary are authorized to sign same.

10. DIRECTORS' MOTIONS

10.1. Discussion: No Parental Leave for Elected Officials in BC Director Main requested a discussion regarding having no parental leave policy for elected officials in British Columbia. https://www.nelsonstar.com/news/b-c-has-no-parental-leave-policy-for- elected-councillors-so-town-makes-its-own/ NOTE: Two recommendations have been added.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to bring a report to the June 2021 Board meeting to outline options for amending RDCK Procedure Bylaw No. 2576, 2019 to include a parental leave clause for Directors.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the Board direct staff to bring a report to the June 2021 Board meeting that, along with suggested changes already made by Directors, outlines options for including child care, maternity leave and parental leave into the Chair and Directors Remuneration Bylaw.

11. PUBLIC TIME The Chair will call for questions from the public and members of the media at 11:45 a.m.

12. IN CAMERA The Chair will be closing the meeting to the public at 1:00 p.m. to address Item 12. In Camera.

12.1. RESOLUTION - MEETING CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC The Open meeting will be adjourned after In Camera without reconvening back into the open session unless there is business that needs to be addressed.

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) In the opinion of the Board - and in accordance with Section 90 of the Community Charter - the public interest so requires that persons other than DIRECTORS, ALTERNATE DIRECTORS, DELEGATIONS AND STAFF be

21 excluded from the meeting; AND FURTHER, in accordance with Section 90 of the Community Charter, the meeting is to be closed on the bases identified in the following subsections:

(c) labour relations or other employee relations; (e) the acquisition, disposition or expropriation of land or improvements, if the council considers that disclosure could reasonably be expected to harm the interests of the municipality; (g) litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality; (i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; (n) the consideration of whether a council meeting should be closed under a provision of this subsection or subsection (2);

12.2. RESOLUTION - RECESS OF OPEN MEETING

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) The Open Meeting be recessed at ______a.m./ p.m. in order to conduct the the In Camera Board meeting and reconvened at ______a.m./p.m.

13. MATTERS ARISING FROM IN CAMERA MEETING

14. ADJOURNMENT

RECOMMENDATION: (ALL VOTE) That the meeting adjourn at ___ p.m.

22 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 1

Regional District of Central Kootenay REGULAR BOARD MEETING Open Meeting Minutes

The third meeting of the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay in 2021 was held on Thursday, March 18 at 9:00 a.m. by remote meeting due to Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).

ELECTED OFFICIALS Chair A. Watson Electoral Area D PRESENT Director G. Jackman Electoral Area A Director T. Wall Electoral Area B Director A. Casemore Electoral Area C Director R. Faust Electoral Area E Director T. Newell Electoral Area F Director H. Cunningham Electoral Area G Director W. Popoff Electoral Area H Director A. Davidoff Electoral Area I Director R. Smith Electoral Area J Director P. Peterson Electoral Area K Director D. Rye City of Castlegar Director J. Comer Town of Creston Director S. Hewat Village of Kaslo Director T. Zeleznik Village of Nakusp Director J. Morrison City of Nelson Director C. Moss Village of New Denver Director D. Lockwood Village of Salmo Director L. Main Village of Silverton Director J. Lunn Village of Slocan

ELECTED OFFICIALS Director J. Hughes Village of Nakusp ABSENT

STAFF PRESENT S. Horn Chief Administrative Officer M. Morrison Corporate Officer/Manager of Corporate Administration A. A. Lund Deputy Corporate Officer J. Chirico General Manager of Community Services S. Sudan General Manager of Development & Community Sustainability Services U. Wolf General Manager of Environmental Services M. Friesen Financial Analyst T. Johnston Environmental Technologist D. Elliott Communications Coordinator ______

1. CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME Chair Watson acknowledged the Board has been meeting remotely for a year due to Covid-19 and thanked the Directors for their perseverance during this difficult time.

23 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 2 On behalf of the Board, Chair Watson took a moment of silence for the family of Joe LeBlanc a member of the Crescent Valley Volunteer Fire Department and Kaslo Search and Rescue, and a former member of the Riondel Volunteer Fire Department.

1.1 TRADITIONAL LANDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT We acknowledge and respect the indigenous peoples within whose traditional lands we are meeting today.

1.2 ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

195/21 The agenda for the March 18, 2021 Regular Open Board meeting be adopted with the following amendments:

 removal of Item 7.1 Bylaw 2710: Chair, Directors and Alternate Directors Remuneration;  inclusion of Item 4.4 Letter of support: Kaslo and District Chamber of Commerce - Southern Interior of BC Application;  inclusion of Item 4.5 Letter of support: Kootenay Employment Services- Southern Interior of BC Application;  inclusion of Item 8.2.3 Indemnity Agreement: Town of Creston - Erickson Reservoir; and  with the addition of the addendum

before circulation.

Carried

1.3 ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

196/21 The minutes from the February 18, 2021 Regular Open Board meeting and the February 26, 2021 Special Open (Budget) Board meeting be adopted as circulated.

Carried

1.4 INTRODUCTIONS CAO Horn introduced Jason Goosney, Resource Recovery Mechanical Operations and Site Supervisor - Central Subregion, who is replacing retired staff member Ray Duncan, and Chris Gainham who will replace John Southam as Building Manager.

1.5 DELEGATIONS 1.5.1 Kootenay and Boundary Farm Advisors Rachael Roussin KBFA Coordinator

Rachael Roussin gave a presentation to the Board regarding the 2020 annual report for the Kootenay and Boundary Farm Advisors (KBFA). KBFA has been providing information and services to support and strengthen agriculture within the Kootenay Boundary, Central Kootenay and East Kootenay Regional Districts for four years. She thanked the RDCK for providing funding and supporting the program.

Ms. Roussin identified the following five sectors KBFA focuses on and provides services for:

24 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 3 1. Ranching and forage; 2. Small animals; 3. Market gardens; 4. Tree fruit and vines; and 5. New farmers.

She discussed some of the highlights in 2020 including online events, field days, new communications and Covid-19 support. She indicated that KBFA collects data to help with future agriculture projects and discussed some of the key learnings from 2020.

In conclusion, she discussed KBFA’s plans for 2021 and promoted the bi-weekly newsletter.

Ms. Roussin answered the Board’s questions.

Chair Watson thanked Ms. Roussin for her presentation.

1.5.2 Kootenay Restorative Justice Christine Berger, Coordinator Shelley Wiltshire, Coordinator Constable Kyle Mylrea, Castlegar RCMP

Christine Berger and Shelley Wiltshire gave a presentation to the Board regarding the benefits of Kootenay Restorative Justice (KRJ). KRJ has been serving RCMP detachments in the Kootenays since 2002 and operates under the umbrella of the W. E. Graham Community Services Society. KRJ works mostly with young offenders 12–18 years of age.

Ms. Wiltshire discussed the KRJ process, and how the victim and offender meet face-to-face. Once all parties have had the opportunity to speak, the victim suggests ways to repair the harm. All parties must agree on the outcome and work together.

Ms. Berger discussed the three pillars of restorative justice, and how and why it works. She reviewed the coordinator position for KRJ and how it is not a permanent position. In order for KRJ to continue to operate funding for the coordinator position is needed.

In conclusion, both Ms. Berger and Wiltshire indicated KRJ works! There has been a substantial reduction in repeat offenders, it has helped reduce the costs of criminal justice, and both victims and offenders are more satisfied with the outcome.

Ms. Berger, Ms. Wiltshire and Constable Mylrea were available to answer the Board’s questions.

Chair Watson thanked Ms. Berger, Ms. Wiltshire and Constable Mylrea for their presentation and recommended KRJ reach out to the individual Directors for support.

2. BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES 2.1 Director Davidoff: Area H and I Cell Service Infrastructure and Leasing Joint Service Feasibility Study Board Meeting - January 21, 2021 RES 65/21

25 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 4 That the following recommendation BE REFERRED to the February 18, 2021 Board meeting:

That the Board approve up to $30,000 in the 2021 Financial Plan from the S106 Feasibility Study Reserve to hire a consultant to determine requirements and a proposed scope for the RDCK to assist telecommunications service providers in expanding cellular service in Electoral Areas I and H.

Board Meeting - February 18, 2021 RES96/21

That the following recommendation BE REFERRED to the March 18, 2021 Board meeting:

That the Board approve up to $30,000 in the 2021 Financial Plan from the S106 Feasibility Study Reserve to hire a consultant to determine requirements and a proposed scope for the RDCK to assist telecommunications service providers in expanding cellular service in Electoral Areas I and H.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

197/21 That the following recommendation BE REFERRED to the April 15, 2021 Board meeting:

That the Board approve up to $30,000 in the 2021 Financial Plan from the S106 Feasibility Study Reserve to hire a consultant to determine requirements and a proposed scope for the RDCK to assist telecommunications service providers in expanding cellular service in Electoral Areas I and H.

Carried

2.2 Salmo Valley Child Care Inventory and Action Plan: C+S Planning Group Board Meeting - February 18, 2021 Item 1.5.1 Director Cunningham requested the recommendations from the Salmo Valley Child Care Inventory and Action Plan be brought to the March 18, 2021 Board meeting.

The recommendation to appoint a Board member to the Salmo Valley Early Childhood Advisory Committee cannot be considered until provided a formal letter of request from the Committee.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

198/21 That the Board send a letter of support to the Salmo Valley Early Childhood Advisory Committee supporting the targets for child care spaces that have been identified in the Salmo Valley Child Care Inventory and Action Plan.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

199/21 That the Board send a letter of support to the Ministry of Children and Family Development supporting the implementation of a Universal Child Care System.

Carried

26 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 5 Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

200/21 That the Board send a letter of support to the Ministry of Children and Family Development encouraging more opportunities for enhanced Early Childhood Education within the region.

Carried

3. COMMITTEES & COMMISSIONS 3.1 FOR INFORMATION Committee/Commission Reports for information have been received as follows:

3.1.1 North Kootenay Lake Services Committee: minutes January 11, 2021

3.1.2 Ymir Commission of Management: minutes February 4, 2021 Staff has received the recommendation to include the Control Upgrades and SCADA Integration project to the 2021 draft Financial Plan.

3.1.3 North Kootenay Lake Services Committee: minutes February 8, 2021

3.1.4 Emergency Program Executive Committee: minutes February 10, 2021

3.1.5 Kaslo and Area D Economic Development Commission: minutes February 22, 2021 Staff has received the recommendations to include the grant for the Kaslo and Area Chamber of Commerce - Rural Revitalization project and to apply to Columbia Basin Trust for the North Kootenay Lake CED Leadership project.

3.1.6 Salmo and Area G Recreation Commission No. 7: minutes February 22, 2021 Staff has received the recommendations regarding reducing fees for first aid certificates for local youth and to set up a review of the Salmo Pool assessment document.

3.1.7 Nelson and District Recreation Commission No. 5: minutes February 24, 2021 Staff has received the recommendation to approve the exploratory and preliminary design work proposed by Cover Architecture Collaborative Inc. to address the limited office space within the Nelson and District Community Complex.

3.1.8 Recreation Commission No. 9: minutes March 2, 2021

3.1.9 Creston Valley Service Committee: minutes March 4, 2021 Staff has received the recommendations for the trails and parks service and to send a letter to the Creston Diking District and the Creston Trails Society.

3.1.10 Rosebery Parklands and Trails Commission: minutes March 4, 2021

3.2 WITH RECOMMENDATIONS 3.2.1 Area H, New Denver and Silverton Recreation Commission No. 6: minutes March 2, 2021 Staff has received the recommendation to purchase a Lat Pull Down Machine and to be included in the 2021 Financial Plan.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

27 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 6 201/21 That the Board approve the payment of the following grants from the Recreation Commission No. 6 – New Denver, Silverton and Area Service No. S229 2021 budget:

Hills Recreation Society $1,000 North Slocan Trails Society $2,000 Slocan Lake Arena Society $750

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

202/21 That the Board approve a one-year extension to Slocan Solutions Society to use grant funds from Recreation Commission No. 6 – New Denver, Silverton and Area Service No. S229 due to Covid-19.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

203/21 That the Board send a letter to outgoing members Eva Shandro and Daniel Hellyer thanking them for their service to Recreation Commission No. 6.

Carried

3.2.2 Castlegar and District Recreation Commission: minutes March 2, 2021 Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

204/21 That the Board approve the RDCK renewing a Lease Agreement with Casalano Society for leasing of the second floor of the Pioneer Arena for the period March 20, 2021 to March 19, 2026, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

3.2.3 Riondel Commission of Management: minutes March 2, 2021 Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

205/21 That the Board approve the Riondel Commission of Management is submitting an application on behalf of the South Kootenay Lake Community Services Society to the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative Grant stream for the proposed Riondel Tennis Court and Rink Facility Revitalisation Project provided the following terms are met:

1. The project is funded separately from, and not compete with, funding sources for the Community Centre Revitalisation Project; 2. Approval is received from the RDCK Regional Parks Manager; and 3. All funding for the project will be provided by the grant funding.

Carried

3.2.4 Area A Economic Development Commission: minutes March 4, 2021 Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

28 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 7

206/21 That the Board approve the payment of the following grants from the Area A Economic Development Commission Service S107 2021 budget:

Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce $24,500

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

207/21 That the Board approve the payment of the following grants from the Area A Economic Development Service S107 2021 budget:

East Shore Transportation Society $5,000

Carried

3.2.5 Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F and G Regional Parks Commission: minutes March 8, 2021 Staff has received the recommendation approving the 2021 requisition amount for Regional Parks - Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F and G Service S202.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

208/21 That the Board Resolution 102/21 being:

That the foregoing motion being:

That the Board approve $75,000 be added to the Appropriated Surplus for the 2022 Budget from Regional Parks - Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F and G Service S202;

be amended to replace "$75,000" with "$40,000", thus reading: That the Board approve $40,000 be added to the Appropriated Surplus for the 2022 Budget from Regional Parks - Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F and G Service S202;

BE RESCINDED.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

209/21 That Board Resolution 103/21 being:

That the Board approve $40,000 be added to the Appropriated Surplus for the 2022 Budget from Regional Parks - Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F and G Service S202;

BE RESCINDED.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

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210/21 That the Board direct staff to bring forward a plan to create a new Area E, F & G Rural Park Service comprised of rural parks in the Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F & G Parks service except for Cottonwood Lake Regional Park for debt servicing and the Nelson, Salmo Great Northern Trail which will remain in the Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F & G Parks service;

AND FURTHER, if the service is established, that the Chief Financial Officer prepare a budget for 2022 for review by September 30, 2021.

Carried

Director Morrison recorded opposed.

3.2.6 Kaslo and Area D Economic Development Commission: minutes March 8, 2021 Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

211/21/ That the Regional District of Central Kootenay and the Village of Kaslo jointly lobby for the reinstatement of a Service Agreement with Fortis BC and BC Hydro that enabled immediate response to outages in the full North Kootenay Lake region.

Carried

3.2.7 Joint Resource Recovery Committee: minute March 17, 2021 The Regional District of Central Kootenay Resource Recovery Facilities Regulatory Amendment Bylaw No. 2771, 2021, has been received.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

212/21 That Regional District of Central Kootenay Resource Recovery Facilities Regulatory Amendment Bylaw No. 2771, 2021, which applies the proposed Per- Container Rates of $3 each for the first four Containers in Schedule A-2 User Fees: West Subregion and in Schedule A-3 User Fees: East Subregion and the Per Container Rate of $3.50 for the first four containers in Schedule A-1 User Fees: Central Subregion; and a minimum charge of $12.50 for all loads larger than four containers, be read a FIRST, SECOND and THIRD time by content.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

213/21 That the Resource Recovery Facilities Regulatory Amendment Bylaw No. 2771, 2021 be ADOPTED and the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the same.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

214/21 That the RDCK Board decline the request for a reduction in rates for the Waste Soil Disposal Application submitted by Bear Environmental Limited.

30 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 9 Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

215/21 That the Board approve the installation of a washroom, lunchroom, and change area building at the Central Landfill for a total estimated cost of $142,500 plus GST, with costs paid from Service S187 Central Sub-Region Resource Recovery;

AND FURTHER that the Board direct Staff to prepare a Request for Quote for the completion of the washroom, lunchroom, and change area building at Central Landfill, including all associated design, plumbing, water supply, septic, and building completion works;

AND FURTHER that the Board direct Staff to award a contract to the proponent that offers the highest value to the RDCK which meets all required scopes of work for less than $142,500 plus GST;

AND FURTHER that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents to a maximum value of $142,500 plus GST.

Carried

Director Morrison recorded opposed.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

216/21 That the Board approve the RDCK entering into a Standing Offer Agreement with SRK Consulting (Canada) Ltd. for Engineer-of-Record and HB Tailings Facility Closure services for a three year term starting November 17, 2021, with a maximum contract limit of $200,000, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents;

AND FURTHER that the costs be paid from Service S187, Central Sub-Region Resource Recovery.

Carried

RECESS/ The meeting recessed at 10:30 a.m. for a break and reconvened at 10:38 a.m. RECONVENED

3.3 MEMBERSHIP 3.3.1 Area D: Advisory Planning Commission Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

217/21 That the Board appoint the following individual to the Area D Advisory Planning Commission for a term to end December 31, 2022:

Allan Hobden

Carried

3.4 DIRECTORS' REPORTS 3.4.1 Letters of Support: Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation

31 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 10 3.4.1.1 Director Jackman - Area A

3.4.1.2 Director Wall - Area B

3.4.1.3 Director Casemore - Area C

3.4.1.4 Director Cunningham - Area G

3.4.1.5 Director Popoff - Area H

3.4.2 Director Jackman 3.4.2.1 Letter of Support: Central Kootenay Food Policy Council

3.4.2.2 Director's Report: TSA/CBRAC

3.4.3 Director Casemore: Letter of Support - Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership

3.4.4 Director Watson 3.4.4.1 Letter of Support: Central Kootenay Food Policy Council

3.4.4.2 Letter of Support: Kaslo Disc Golf Club

3.4.4.3 Director's Report: Community Update

3.4.5 Director Faust: Columbia River Treaty Update

3.4.6 Director Newell: Letter to Residents - BC Utilities Commission

3.4.7 Director Cunningham: Letter of Support - Salmo Valley Child Care Inventory and Action Plan

3.4.8 Director Popoff: Southeastern BC Regional Connectivity Committee/Crescent Valley Fire Department

4. CORRESPONDENCE 4.1 The petition dated November 6, 2020 requesting a feasibility study for flood prevention service for parts of Erie Creek and Salmo River. The full petition is available for the public to view at the Nelson Office on 202 Lakeside Drive.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

218/21 That the Board direct staff to prepare a report investigating the feasibility of creating a service for flood prevention within parts of Erie Creek and Salmo River in Electoral Area G.

Carried

DIRECTOR Director Main left the meeting at 10:46 a.m. ABSENT

4.2 The letter dated February 11, 2021 from Anne M. Williams, Village of Salmo, indicating Salmo will be withdrawing from the Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee.

32 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 11 Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

219/21 That the Board reduce the 24 month notice period in accordance with Community Sustainable Living Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2135, 2010 (Section 7) to 12 months for the Village of Salmo.

Carried

4.3 The letter dated March 5, 2021 from Jonathan S. Cote, City of New West Minister, seeking support for laid-off hotel and tourism industry workers.

4.4 The email dated March 15, 2021 from Pat Desmeules, Kaslo and Area Chamber of Commerce, requesting a letter of support for their application to Southern Interior of BC Rural Business and Community Recovery Program. Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

220/21 That the Board send a letter of support to the Kaslo and Area Chamber of Commerce in support of its application to the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior of BC (formerly SIDIT) Rural Business and Community Recovery program to fund a Business Recovery Advisor for the purposes of implementing economic development and recovery initiatives in Kaslo and Area D of the RDCK.

Carried

4.5 The email dated March 17, 2021 from Hugh Grant, WorkBC Centres - East Kootenay, requesting a letter of support for their application to Southern Interior of BC Rural Business and Community Recovery Program. Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

221/21 That the Board send a letter of support to the Kootenay Employment Services for its application to the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior of BC (formerly SIDIT) Rural Business and Community Recovery Program to fund a Business Recovery Advisor for the purposes of implementing economic development and recovery initiatives in the Creston Valley and Kootenay Lake areas of the RDCK.

Carried

5. COMMUNICATIONS 5.1 The letter dated February 3, Andrea Wilkey and Hugh Moore, Economic Development Practitioners Network, providing an update to the Board regarding the Economic Recovery Core Leadership Team.

5.2 The letter dated February 4, 2021 from Jay Chalke, Ombudsperson, providing the quarterly report from October 1 - December 31, 2020.

5.3 The letter dated February 17, 2021 from Okenge Yuma Morisho and Tara Faganello, Ministry of Municipal Affairs, thanking the Mayors and Chairs for participating in regional calls for Covid-19.

5.4 The letter dated February 26, 2021 from Brian Frenkel, UBCM, informing the RDCK the NR73 BC Building Code recommendation was endorsed at the 2020 UBCM Convention.

5.5 The letter dated February 26, 2021 from Brian Frenkel, UBCM, informing the RDCK the NR17 BC Cannabis Regulation, NR43 BC Water Resources and NR58 Agriculture Land Reserve resolutions were not endorsed at the 2020 UBCM Convention.

33 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 12 The Board request staff send the resolutions from the 2020 UBCM Convention that were not endorsed to the 2021 UBCM Convention.

5.6 The email dated March 2, 2021 from Linda Tynan, AKBLG, informing the RDCK of the proposed amendments to the "Issuance of Water Licenses" resolution. Proposed Wording: WHEREAS local governments can be reliant on surface water sources to support development;

AND WHEREAS water licenses can take the province years to issue;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM ask the Ministry of Forest, Lands, Natural Resources and Rural Development to provide clarity on what is causing delays in the issuance of water licenses.

5.7 The email dated March 3, 2021 from Harmen Khalon, Telus, informing the RDCK the letter of support from the Board will not be included in their application.

6. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

222/21 The Accounts Payable Summary for February 2021 in the amount of $1,621,592 be approved.

Carried

7. BYLAWS 7.1 Bylaw 2710: Chair, Directors and Alternate Directors Remuneration Item removed. Staff request the Directors provide their comments by April 1, 2021.

7.2 Bylaw 2719: Electoral Area B Comprehensive Land Use Amendment The Board Report dated March 3, 2021 from Eileen Senyk, Planner, seeking the Board adopt Electoral Area B Comprehensive Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2719, 2020, has been received.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

223/21 That Electoral Area ‘B’ Comprehensive Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2719, 2020 being a bylaw to amend Electoral Area ‘B’ Comprehensive Land Use Bylaw No. 2316, 2013 is hereby read a THIRD time by content.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

224/21 That the adoption of Electoral Area ‘B’ Comprehensive Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2719, 2020 being a bylaw to amend Electoral Area ‘B’ Comprehensive Land Use Bylaw No. 2316, 2013 be withheld until such time as the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has granted approval pursuant to the Transportation Act.

Carried

7.3 Bylaw 2768: Regional District of Central Kootenay Fire Services Amendment Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

34 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 13

225/21 That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Fire Services Amendment Bylaw No. 2768, 2021 be read a FIRST, SECOND, and THIRD time by content.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

226/21 That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Fire Services Amendment Bylaw No. 2768, 2021 be ADOPTED and the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the same.

Carried

7.4 Bylaw 2770: Regional District of Central Kootenay Five-Year Financial Plan CAO Horn thanked staff for their hard work to complete the 2021-2025 Financial Plan.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

227/21 That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2770, 2021 be read a FIRST, SECOND, and THIRD time by content.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

228/21 That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2770, 2021 be ADOPTED and the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the same.

Carried

8. NEW BUSINESS 8.1 COMMUNITY SERVICES 8.1.1 Grant Contribution Agreement: Facilitation of Land Acquisition Around Cottonwood Lake Regional Park That Board Report dated February 26, 2021 from Cary Gaynor, Regional Parks Manager, seeking Board approval to enter into an agreements from Columbia Basin Trust and Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program for facilitating the purchase of the remaining portion of property around Cottonwood Lake Regional Park, has been received.

The Grant Contribution Agreement with BC Hydro and Power Authority for the Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program, has been received.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

229/21 That the Board approve the RDCK entering into a Grant Contribution Agreement with Columbia Basin Trust in the amount of $60,000 for the purpose of purchasing the remaining portion of the property around Cottonwood Lake Regional Park, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

DIRECTOR Director Main joined the meeting at 11:37 a.m.

35 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 14 PRESENT

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

230/21 That the Board approve the RDCK entering into a Grant Contribution Agreement with Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program in the amount of $75,000 for the purpose of purchasing the remaining portion of the property around Cottonwood Lake Regional Park, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

8.1.2 Policy 300-03-04: Minimum Required Amounts of Insurance for Contracts The Board Report dated March 5, 2021 from Tai Wayling, Recreation Services Coordinator - Creston, seeking Board direction to amend Policy 300-03-04, has been received.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

231/21 That the Board direct staff to amend the definition of vulnerable people and add Appendix C – Minimum Required Insurance for Sports/Physical Activities and Meetings/Events to the current Policy 300-03-04 for Minimum Required Amounts of Insurance for Contracts to include specific definitions for risk categories in Recreation, which includes waiving insurance requirements for low frequency, minimal risk rental contracts.

Carried

8.1.3 Easement: NDCC - Nelson Cares Society (Culos Development) The Board Report dated March 10, 2021 from Mark Crowe, Parks Planner, seeking Board approval for a reciprocal easement in exchange for improvements on Regional District owned land adjacent to the Nelson and District Community Complex, has been received.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

232/21 That the Board approve the easement for reciprocal access and servicing purposes involving Regional District land known as the Nelson and District Community Complex and legally described as Lot B District Lot 95 Kootenay District Plan NEP83303 and land owned by Culos Developments Inc. (to be transferred to Nelson Cares Society) legally described as Lot A District Lot 95 Kootenay District Plan NEP83303.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

233/21 That the Board authorize staff to provide notice of the proposed disposition of an interest in land pursuant to Local Government Act requirements.

Carried

Moved and seconded,

36 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 15 And Resolved:

234/21 That the Board authorize the Board Chair and Chief Administrative Officer to sign the reciprocal easement once the notice of disposition requirements have been satisfied.

Carried

ORDER OF AGENDA The Order of Business was changed to address public time, with Item 10 Public CHANGED Time considered at this time.

10. PUBLIC TIME The Chair called for questions from the public and members of the media at 11:45 a.m.

ORDER OF AGENDA Item 8.2.1 For Information: 2020 Mosquito Control Program Reporting RESUMED considered at this time.

8.2 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 8.2.1 For Information: 2020 Mosquito Control Program Reporting The Board Report dated March 3, 2021 from Todd Johnston, Environmental Services Coordinator, providing the Board with the 2020 Mosquito Control Program report, has been received for information.

8.2.2 For Information: Regional Environmental Education Program - 2019/2020 Final Report The Board Report dated March 3, 2021 from Todd Johnston, Environmental Coordinator, providing the Board with the 2019/2020 Regional Environmental Education Annual Report, has been received for information.

8.2.3 Indemnity Agreement: Town of Creston - Access Old Erickson Reservoir Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

235/21 That the Board approve the RDCK enter into a Indemnity Agreement with the Town of Creston to allow the Town access to the RDCK owned old Erickson Reservoir site to perform restorative works; AND FURTHER, that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

8.3 FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION 8.3.1 Contribution Agreement: North Kootenay Lake Rural Recovery Project Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

236/21 That the Board approve the RDCK enter into a Contribution Agreement with the Province of British Columbia for the North Kootenay Lake Rural Recovery Project to start on the Commencement Date and expire on March 31, 2024, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

8.3.2 Alternate Approval Process: Erickson Water Service Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2738, 2020 The Board Report dated March 15, 2021 from Angela Lund, Deputy Corporate Officer, seeking Board approval to conduct an Alternative Approval Process for elector assent on the Erickson Water Service Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2738, 2020, has been received.

37 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 16

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

237/21 That the Board direct staff to proceed with obtaining approval of the electors within the Erickson Water Distribution Service Area for long-term borrowing in the amount of $3,729,100 for the universal metering project and the distribution upgrades to the Erickson water service area, and that such approval to be obtained by Alternative Approval Process pursuant to Section 86 of the Community Charter; AND FURTHER, the Board hereby determines as follows:

1. That participating area approval for the Alternative Approval Process for Erickson Water Service Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2738, 2020, be obtained for the entire service area. 2. The deadline for receipt of elector responses is 4:30 p.m. on May 10, 2021. 3. The required Elector Response Form shall be as attached to this report. 4. A fair determination of the total number of electors of the area to which the approval process applies is 1015.

Carried

8.3.3 Feasibility Study: Area E - Nelson Public Library Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

238/21 That staff be directed to research the costs, options, processes and the public communications plan for establishing a contribution service in Electoral Area E to provide funding to the Nelson Public Library commencing in 2022.

Carried

8.3.4 For Information: Service Case Analysis - Noise Control Area D The Board Report dated February 16, 2021 from Tom Dool, Research Analyst, providing the Board with the service case analysis for expanding the Noise Control Bylaw to include Electoral Area D, has been received for information.

8.3.5 For Information: Service Case Analysis - Area D Cemetery Service The Board Report dated February11, 2021 from Tom Dool, Research Analyst, providing the Board with the service case analysis for using Cemetery D Service S175 to establish a contribution service to fund a portion of the cemetery services within the Village of Kaslo, has been received for information.

8.4 GRANTS 8.4.1 Discretionary Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

239/21 Discretionary grants out of the funds available for the following Electoral Areas/Member Municipalities be approved as designated:

AREA A East Shore Kootenay Lake Presentation and Mail $2,500.00 Community Health Society Materials

AREA B

38 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 17 Canyon Lister Fire Protection Equipment Upgrades $3,200.00 Society Erickson History Book Layout and Editing Book $1,500.00

AREA C West Creston Community Hall Tree Remediation $2,000.00 Society Grounds Renewal

AREA D RDCK General Admin Valley Voice Advertising $257.25 AREA E LV Rogers Graduating Class 2021 Cap and Gown Rentals $1,000.00

AREA F 6 Mile Water Users Community Water System Upgrade $1,126.13 LV Rogers Graduating Class 2021 Cap and Gown Rentals $750.00

AREA G Salmo Valley Public Library 2021 Operating Costs $5,000.00

AREA I Glade Community Hall 2021 Operational Costs $2,000.00 Glade Recreation Commission 2021 Family Based Events $2,000.00 Mt. Sentinel Secondary School 2021 Community Service $250.00 Bursary Pass Creek Community Hall 2021 Operational Costs $2,000.00 Pass Creek Fire Department 2021 Social Club Activities $1,000.00 Shoreacres Community Hall 2021 Operational Costs $2,000.00 Stanley Humphries Secondary 2021 Community Service $3,500.00 School Bursaries Tarrys Fire Hall Social Club 2021 Social Activities $1,000.00 Twin Rivers Chorale Society COVID-19 Music Video $500.00

AREA J Twin Rivers Chorale Society COVID-19 Music Video $500.00

AREA K Arrow Lakes ATV Club Trail Rehabilitation $5,000.00

Carried

8.4.2 Community Development Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

39 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 18

240/21 Community Development grants out of the funds available for the following Electoral Areas/Member Municipalities be approved as designated:

AREA B Kitchener Valley Recreation Kitchen Equipment $3,500.00 Fire Protection Society

AREA D RDCK S184 Meadow Creek Mosquito Control Program $37,500.00

AREA E Nelson & Area Friends of Monetary Aid for Travel $2,000.00 Family

AREA F Nelson Public Library Upgrade Technology to $3,300.00 RFID North Shore Fire Hall Wildfire Community $500.00 Preparedness

AREA G Nelson & Area Friends of Monetary Aid for Travel $2,000.00 Family

AREA H Nelson Public Library Upgrade Technology to $3,300.00 RFID Slocan Lake Early Learning Facility Cleaning Fees $2,500.00 Valhalla Hills Nordic Snowmobile Purchase $4,800.00 Nelson & Area Friends of Monetary Aid for Travel $2,000.00 Family

AREA I Castlegar & District Community Free Family Skate and Swim $750.00 Complex (CDCC) Stanley Humphries Secondary 2021 Student Led Initiatives $2,000.00 School Tarrys Community Hall Society 2021 Operational Costs $2,000.00 USCC Brilliant Cultural Centre 2021 Operational Expenses $4,000.00

AREA J Castlegar & District Community Free Family Skate and Swim $750.00 Complex (CDCC) Robson Community Memorial Church Painting $4,473.50 Church Society

40 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 19 Robson Community Memorial Fencing $3,700.00 Church Society Robson Fire Replacement Heating & AC $9,800 Department unit

AREA K Arrow Lakes ATV Club Trail Rehabilitation $5,000.00

Carried

RECESS/ The meeting recessed at 12:00 p.m. for lunch and reconvened at 1:01 p.m. RECONVENED

8.5 CHAIR/CAO REPORTS Chair Watson indicated the Province is requesting support from local government for the Covid-19 vaccinations.

Chair Watson attended a call with the Ministry of Housing and Social Development to discuss local government’s experiences with mental health during Covid-19.

Chair Watson recognized the hard work from staff to coordinate public meetings for the 2021-2025 Financial Plan and that there was very little public participation.

No CAO report.

9. RURAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE The Electoral Area G Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2753, 2021 (updated) and the Concurrence Table, have been received.

Rural Affairs Committee Meeting - March 17, 2021 That Rural Affairs Committe Item 6.1 Discussion: Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development Restructuring be moved for discussion to the March 18, 2021 Regional District of Central Kootenay Board Meeting.

The email dated March 17, 2021 from Clara Reinhardt, Radium Hot Springs, requesting feedback for the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development (FLNRORD), has been received.

The letter dated February 24, 2021 from FLNRORD to Clara Reinhardt requesting her participation in the virtual dialogue session, has been received.

The letter dated May 4, 2018 from RDCK Board regarding logging sensitive terrain in Argenta and Balfour, has been received.

The Service Plan dated February 2019 from FLNRORD, has been received.

The Board discussed options for the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development restructuring and provided feedback to staff regarding the following three questions:

1. What is working well today in your interactions with FLNRORD and the natural resource sector ministries?

2. What are the main challenges facing your organization working with the government’s natural resource sector ministries?

41 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 20 3. If you could change one thing, what would it be and why?

Staff documented the comments from the Directors and will provide Director Casemore with the summary to provide to Association of Kootenay & Boundary Local Governments. The summary will be brought to the April 15, 2021 Board meeting for information.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

241/21 That the Corporate Officer of the Regional District of Central Kootenay be directed to file a Notice with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia, stating that a resolution has been made under Section 57 of the Community Charter by the Regional District Board relating to land at 5702 Hwy 31, Electoral Area D, legally described as Lot 4, District Lot 455, Kootenay District Plan 6961, and further, if an active Building permit or Building application is in place, that it be cancelled; and finally, that information respecting the resolution may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Central Kootenay on normal working days during regular office hours.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

242/21 That the Corporate Officer of the Regional District of Central Kootenay be directed to file a Notice with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia, stating that a resolution has been made under Section 57 of the Community Charter by the Regional District Board relating to land at 3945 Barbados Road, Electoral Area H, legally described as Lot D, District Lot 6897, Kootenay District Plan NEP22647, and further, if an active Building permit or Building application is in place, that it be cancelled; and finally, that information respecting the resolution may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Central Kootenay on normal working days during regular office hours.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

243/21 That the Corporate Officer of the Regional District of Central Kootenay be directed to file a Notice with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia, stating that a resolution has been made under Section 57 of the Community Charter by the Regional District Board relating to land at 3306 Krestova Rd, Electoral Area H, legally described as Lot 1, District Lot 8773, Kootenay District Plan NEP84367, and further, if an active Building permit or Building application is in place, that it be cancelled; and finally, that information respecting the resolution may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Central Kootenay on normal working days during regular office hours.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

244/21 That the Corporate Officer of the Regional District of Central Kootenay be directed to file a Notice with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia, stating that a resolution has been made under Section 57 of the Community Charter by the Regional District Board relating to land at 656 Bartley Rd, Electoral Area K, legally described as Lot 70, Block 70, Plan NEP959, District Lot 398, Kootenay Land District Except Plan SRW14274, and further, if an active Building permit or Building application is in place, that it be cancelled; and finally, that

42 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 21 information respecting the resolution may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Central Kootenay on normal working days during regular office hours.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

245/21 That the Board APPROVE the issuance of Development Variance Permit V2020A- 07285.280 to Ronald Solinski and Randi Malmo for the property located at 13555 Mountain Shores Road, Electoral Area A and legally described as Lot 34, Plan NEP10602, District Lot 4595, Kootenay Land District (PID: 012-906-301) to vary the “minimum setback to the front lot line” under Section 18.0 (20.) of Electoral Area ‘A’ Comprehensive Land Use Bylaw No. 2315, 2013 as follows:

1. FROM 4.5 metres TO 2.5 metres to permit the construction of a detached garage accessory building.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

246/21 That the Board SUPPORT application A2024B for the purposes of a Non- Adhering Residential Use as proposed by Theresa Vandeberg for the property located at 4551 40th Street, Electoral Area B and legally described as Lot 187, Plan NEP921, District Lot 812, Kootenay Land District Lot 186, Plan 921, District Lot 812, Kootenay Land District (PID 015-990-559) to permit an additional residence within the Agricultural Land Reserve;

And that, should the application be approved by the Agricultural Land Commission, require the registration of a restrictive covenant to ensure that the farmhouse be decommissioned no later than six months after occupancy of the modular home.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

247/21 That the Board NOT SUPPORT regarding application A2015E for the purposes of Exclusion from the Agricultural Land Reserve proposed by Daniel Slater and Tessa Stark for property located at 4162 Blewett Road, Electoral Area E and legally described as Lot A, Plan NEP79007, District Lot 6305, Kootenay Land District (PID 026-419-971).pancy of the modular home.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

248/21 That the Board SUPPORT Non-Adhearing Residential Use for property located at 4162 Blewett Road, Electoral Area E and legally described as Lot A, Plan NEP79007, District Lot 6305, Kootenay Land District (PID 026-419-971).

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

43 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 22 249/21 That the Board direct staff to respond to BC Timber Sales regarding BC Timber Sales Kootenay Lake 20210201 Referral as described in the R2108AB&F BC Timber Sales Forestry Referral Rural Affairs Committee report dated March 4, 2021.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

250/21 That the Board APPROVE the issuance of Development Variance Permit V2020A-07285.280 to Sweetgrass Cannabis Ltd. for the property located at 6672 Highway 6, Electoral Area G and legally described as Lot A, Plan EEP36076, District Lot 1242, Kootenay Land District (PID: 029- 251-559) to vary the maximum footprint of a building or structure for the purposes of cannabis standard cultivation, cannabis standard processing, cannabis micro cultivation, cannabis micro processing or cannabis nurseries under Section 30.0 (14) of Salmo River Valley Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018 as follows:

1. FROM 250 m2 TO 600 m2 to permit the construction of a building for the micro cultivation of cannabis.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

251/21 That the Board APPROVE the issuance of Development Variance Permit V2020A-07285.280 to Sweetgrass Cannabis Ltd. for the property located at 6670 Highway 6, Electoral Area G and legally described as Lot B, Plan EEP36076, District Lot 1242, Kootenay Land District (PID: 029- 251-567) to vary the maximum footprint of a building or structure for the purposes of cannabis standard cultivation, cannabis standard processing, cannabis micro cultivation, cannabis micro processing or cannabis nurseries under Section 30.0 (14) of Salmo River Valley Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018 as follows:

1. FROM 250 m2 TO 600 m2 to permit the construction of a building for the micro cultivation of cannabis.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

252/21 That the Board SUPPPORT application A2009Hn for the purposes of subdivision within the ALR proposed by Larry Grierson and Laurene McCrory for the property located at 4644 Highway 6, Electoral Area H and legally described as Block 7, Plan NEP 1028, District Lot 2634, Kootenay Land District Except Plan SRW12540. (PID: 008-910-006).

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

253/21 That the Board SUPPORT application A2023Hs for the purposes of a Non-Adhering Residential Use as proposed by Helen Sebelius and Conrad Evans for the property located at 6376 Slocan River Road, Electoral Area H and legally described as Lot 232, District Lots 3460 & 3462, Kootenay District Plan1115 (PID 015-916-804) to permit an additional residence within the Agricultural Land Reserve.

44 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 23 Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

254/21 That the Board SUPPORT regarding application A2026I for the purposes of a Non-Adhering Residential Use in the Agricultural Land Reserve proposed by Laura Graham and Gerald Gauthier for property located at 2220 Upper Glade Road, Electoral Area I and legally described as Lot B, District Lot 302A, Kootenay District Plan NEP91025 (PID 028-278-992).

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

255/21 That Electoral Area ‘A’ Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2747, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area ‘A’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2315, 2013 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

256/21 That Electoral Area ‘B’ Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2748, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area ‘B’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2316, 2013 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and that the PUBLIC HEARING be waived.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

257/21 That Electoral Area ‘C’ Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2749, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area ‘C’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2317, 2013 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and that the PUBLIC HEARING be waived.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

258/21 That Electoral Area ‘D’ Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2750, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area ‘D’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2435, 2016 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and that the PUBLIC HEARING be waived.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

259/21 That Electoral Area ‘E’ Rural Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2751, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area ‘E’ Rural Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2260, 2013 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

Carried

Moved and seconded,

45 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 24 And Resolved:

260/21 That Electoral Area ‘F’ Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2752, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area ‘F’ Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2214, 2011 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

261/21 That Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 2753, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND time as amended and that the PUBLIC HEARING be waived.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

262/21 That Slocan Lake North portion of Electoral Area ‘H’ Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2754, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Slocan Lake North portion of Electoral Area ‘H’ Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1967, 2009 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

263/21 That Kootenay - Columbia Rivers Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2755, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Kootenay - Columbia Rivers Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1157, 1996 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

264/21 That Regional District of Central Kootenay Electoral Area ‘K’ – The Arrow Lakes Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2756, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Regional District of Central Kootenay Electoral Area ‘K’ – The Arrow Lakes Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2022, 2009 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and referred to a PUBLIC HEARING.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

265/21 That Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2757, 2021 being a bylaw to amend the Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and that the PUBLIC HEARING be waived.

Carried

Moved and seconded,

46 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 25 And Resolved:

266/21 That in accordance with Regional District of Central Kootenay Planning Procedures and Fees Bylaw No. 2457, 2015, Rural Affairs Committee Chair Director Casemore is hereby delegated the authority to chair the Public Hearing on behalf of the Regional District Board.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

267/21 That the Community Works Fund application submitted by the Wynndel Community Centre Society for the Wynndel Community Playground Project in the total amount of $45,000 be approved and that funds be disbursed from the following Community Works Funds:

Electoral Area A in the amount of $30,000; Electoral Area C in the amount of $15,000.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

268/21 That the RDCK Community Works Fund application submitted for the Grandview Properties Water System Metering & Infrastructure Upgrade Project in the total amount of $34,000 be approved and that funds be disbursed from Community Works Funds allocated to Electoral Area E to Grandview Water Service - S258.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

269/21 That the Community Works Fund application submitted by the Taghum Community Society for the Taghum Hall Recreation Infrastructure Project in the total amount of $50,000 be approved and that funds be disbursed from the following Community Works Funds:

Electoral Area E in the amount of $10,000; Electoral Area F in the amount of $40,000.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

270/21 That the Community Works Fund application submitted by the Nakusp and Area Community Trails Society for the Peter Roulston Trail Bridge Replacement Project in the total amount of $10,000 be approved and that funds be disbursed to the Nakusp and Area Community Trails Society from Community Works Funds allocated to Electoral Area K.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

271/21 That the Board approve the RDCK Leak Detection Program Strategy for RDCK operated water systems, with implementation in 2021.

47 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 26

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

272/21 That the Board approve the RDCK Metering Implementation Strategy for RDCK operated water systems, with implementation in 2021.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

273/21 That the following recommendation BE RESCINDED and BE REFERRED to the April 14, 2021 Rural Affairs Committee meeting:

That the Corporate Officer of the Regional District of Central Kootenay be directed to file a Notice with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia, stating that a resolution has been made under Section 57 of the Community Charter by the Regional District Board relating to land at 3945 Barbados Road, Electoral Area H, legally described as Lot D, District Lot 6897, Kootenay District Plan NEP22647, and further, if an active Building permit or Building application is in place, that it be cancelled; and finally, that information respecting the resolution may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Central Kootenay on normal working days during regular office hours.

Carried

11. IN CAMERA 11.1 RESOLUTION - MEETING CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC The Open meeting will be adjourned after In Camera without reconvening back into the open session unless there is business that needs to be addressed.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

274/21 In the opinion of the Board - and in accordance with Section 90 of the Community Charter - the public interest so requires that persons other than DIRECTORS, ALTERNATE DIRECTORS, DELEGATIONS AND STAFF be excluded from the meeting; AND FURTHER, in accordance with Section 90 of the Community Charter, the meeting is to be closed on the bases identified in the following subsections:

(n) the consideration of whether a council meeting should be closed under a provision of this subsection or subsection (2);

Carried

11.2 RESOLUTION - RECESS OF OPEN MEETING Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

275/21 The Open Meeting be recessed at 2:06 p.m. in order to conduct the In Camera Board meeting and reconvened at 2:46 p.m.

Carried

12. MATTERS ARISING FROM IN CAMERA MEETING Moved and seconded,

48 Regional District of Central Kootenay March 18, 2021 27 And Resolved:

276/21 That the Board approve the RDCK entering into the Shared Cost Arrangement with the Province IC33/21 of British Columbia for the Central Kootenay Full Scale Food Processing and Innovation Hub in the Creston Valley in the amount up to $750,000, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

277/21 That the Board approve the RDCK entering into the Grant Funding Agreement with the Fields IC34/21 Forward Society for the Central Kootenay Full Scale Food Processing and Innovation Hub in the Creston Valley in the amount up to $750,000, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

278/21 That the Board approve the RDCK entering into the Contribution Agreement with the Province IC35/21 of British Columbia under the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program for the Whitewater Backcountry Adventure Lodge and Campground in the amount of $1,000,000, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

279/21 That the Board approve the RDCK entering into the Grant Funding Agreement with Whitewater IC36/21 Ski Resort Ltd. for the Whitewater Backcountry Adventure Lodge and Campground in the amount of $1,000,000, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents.

Carried

13. ADJOURNMENT Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

280/21 That the meeting adjourn at 2:46 p.m.

Carried

______Aimee Watson, RDCK Board Chair

______Angela Lund, Secretary

49 RDCK Electoral Areas Update LIVE LOCAL, INVEST LOCAL! BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT TO TRANSFORM YOUR COMMUNITY’S50 ECONOMY! SUCCESS STORIES!

Approved applicants also The WKBCIC have received several business loan applications that are in different stages receive business development of review and we are extremely happy to report two successfully completed guidance, collaborative applications supporting the community of Christina Lake resulting in the creation of a financing and ongoing support to help their business succeed. brand-new landscaping business and the resurrection of a derelict motel and RV that had been vacant for several years.

These two proponents are the first to have their loan application approved

and are making a huge statement51 and impact to the community. INVEST IN THE COMMUNITIES YOU SERVE ✓Total Membership Funds Raised: ✓ $160,000 with one redemption ✓ 120 members

• For 2020 the Board ascribed a value of $1,000 per ✓Funds on hand: membership share ✓ $133,759 ($108,959 @ 0.51%)

• Grant funds of $3,331 remaining to offset OPEX: ✓Total Funds deployed (loaned): • Recognized on a break-even run-rate ✓ $31,344

• Next membership value reassessment – 2021 AGM ✓Interest rate on funds deployed: ✓ 6.45% - 7.95%

BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT THAT TRANSFORMS YOUR COMMUNITY’S ECONOMY! INVEST WHERE YOU LIVE WORK AND PLAY! 52 What’s Next

Goal to deploy $50,000 by summer 2021: • Opportunities currently being evaluated in our pipeline • Microloans (DER3 partnership) • Longer-term – green and clean technology? • Exploring nimble and opportunistic partnerships

53 Questions?

For more information, please visit wkbinvestmentcoop.com or email the co-op directly at [email protected]

54 Central Kootenay Economic Recovery

Presentation to Regional District of Central Kootenay Board of Directors By Andrea Wilkey, Community Futures Central Kootenay April 2021

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY55 BC Chamber Business Feedback (Jan 2021)

• 72% of businesses report decreased sales volume.

• 51% report increased operating costs, likely due to costs associated with new restrictions.

• 62% report revenue has decreased by over 25% since the pandemic began.

• 22% report that they expect to operate for 6 months or less given current restrictions, support measures, and operating costs.

• 73% are using some form of government support program to assist during COVID

• 36% are feeling slightly more optimistic for the next 12 months, and 22% expect to increase their employment levels in the next 6 months COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY56 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Rural Economic Impact

• Kootenay jobs were -8% in June and -2% by Dec

• Accommodation, food services & culture saw greatest job losses

• Population growth opportunity tbd

• Kootenay housing sales +17% and prices +11% COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY57 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Immediate COVID-19 Response

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY58 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Community Futures Supports

59 COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Basin Business Advisors

• 338 Business worked with BBA (169 from Central Kootenay) – How to use COVID supports – Online tool set-up – Covid Policies

• 82 Virtual Connection Day clients (33 from Central Kootenay) – Digital marketing, e-commerce & remote work

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY60

COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Basin Business Advisors Agriculture

• 43 Basin Business Advisors Agriculture clients (21 from Central Kootenay)

• Topics: Agriculture Cost of Production, Marketing & Succession Planning

• Preparing for the Basin Food Expo Series: Preparing to Scale, Photography for Nyree Marsh Agriculture Specialist Business & Instagram to Showcase Product Business Advisor

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY61 Business Loans

• 64 Regional Relief & Recovery Loans $2.1 million used for wages, rent, safety measures, insurance, debt

• 31 Loans totaling $1.7 million (220 “We very much inquiries) appreciate this opportunity that • 7 Cannabis Loans $1.7 million Community Futures is used for construction, equipment & providing to our operating expenses community businesses” Brandy Howard, Program Director, Kootenay Martial Arts

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY62 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Sell Local, Online

• Sell Local, Online Webinar “Canadians are spending more online than they did • Virtual Connection Days in the past and that’s showing no sign of slowing • KAST DER3 Program down; and more Canadians are wanting to • Basin Business Advisors buy local.” – Pierre Cleroux, Chief Economist, BDC

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY63 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Small Business BC Marketplace

• Online business directory funded & marketed by Province of BC

• 15% of businesses (385) listed are from Central Kootenay out of 2,500 business listings

• The Kootenay landing page was the most visited regional landing page with over 1,500 visits over holiday season!

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY64 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Support Local BC

• Online gift certificate program sponsored by Kootenay Savings, Nelson & District Credit Union & Heritage Credit Union

• Facilitates local gift giving

• 85 West Kootenay businesses listed as of mid-January

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY65 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Ballasters * • Online marketplace where local farmers, harvesters and food artisans sell directly to customers.

• Ballasters is a privately funded e-commerce platform that provides vendors with a marketplace and the tools to sell their goods online.

• Over 100 local vendors

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY66 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Small Business Training Centre

. Delivered over 100 business workshops this year via zoom with over 500 attendees. . Topics: – Selling Online 101 – Instagram for Business (Beginner and Advanced) – Facebook for Business (Beginner and Advanced) – Guide on the Side - (Adding a teaching component to your business) – Contests, Promotions and Events Online – Search Engine Optimization – Website Building with Squarespace – Website Building with Shopify – Website Building with Wordpress – Writing Email Newsletters – Blog Like You Mean Business

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY67

COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Self-Employment Program • 61 Self Employment Clients

Rebecca Hair Rebelle Kimchi Kitchen Grey Owl Moving Services Castlegar Creston & area Nelson COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY68 Community Futures Central Kootenay Export Navigator

. 66 clients in Kootenay Boundary (35 Central Kootenay) . Topics: Pivot into e-commerce channels has been a central focal point of consumer goods, cosmetics and to some extent, agri-food clients.

Michael Hoher, Export Advisor for the Kootenay- Boundary Region

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY69

COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Cannabis Business Transition

Business Date Licensed Location License Type

SenPharm Partners Ltd. 2021-03-19 Micro-Cultivation Crawford Bay Kootenay Aeroponic Inc. 2021-02-05 Micro-Cultivation Creston Daniel Lloyd Paul 2021-01-15 Micro-Cultivation Nakusp Crones Nest Farms ltd. 2020-10-23 Micro-Cultivation Salmo Lono's Garden Paradise Ltd. 2020-06-12 Micro - Cultivation Slocan Valley Rosebud Cannabis Nursery Ltd. 2020-05-29 Cultivation Salmo Micro-Cultivation, Ymir Sweetgrass Cannabis Ltd. 2020-05-22 Micro-Processing & Medical Sales Kaslo Kootenay Outdoor Producer Co-op 2020-03-20 Cultivation Kootenay Outdoor Producer Co-op (2nd Meadow 2020-03-20 Cultivation site) Creek West COMMUNITYKootenay CannabisFUTURES ALBERTA Corp. | PAN WEST2019 STRATEGY70-12-06 Micro-Cultivation Kaslo West Kootenay Rural & Northern Immigration Pilot

• 64 employers have used • 105 candidates recommended • Includes 71 Selkirk grads • Registered Health Care Aides, Early Childcare Educators, Community Support Workers & Truck Drivers COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY71 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Kootenay Shipping

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY72 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Economic Recovery Project Examples

• Nelson & Area Economic Development Partnership Workforce Supports Direct Mail & Arts & Culture Sector Economic Impact Study

• Slocan Valley Economic Development Partnership Shop Slocan Valley Online Business Profiles & Business Survey

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY73 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Impact of COVID-19

• Challenging year for Central Kootenay businesses especially tourism, food & beverage, arts & culture

• Despite this, they have been resilient and adapted

• Support has come from federal, provincial & local government programs and collaboration

• Programs and support needs to continue and evolve

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY74 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Opportunities

• Drive uptake of supports by Central Kootenay businesses

• Pursue community economic development grants

• Share economic data

• Leverage partner campaigns

• Build Central Kootenay economic development capacity

• Central Kootenay collaboration calls

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY75 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay Thank You & Questions

Contact Information:

Community Futures Central Kootenay 201- 514 Vernon Street, Nelson 250.352.1933 Ext 100 [email protected]

Andrea Wilkey Executive Director 250.352.1933 Ext 103 [email protected]

COMMUNITY FUTURES ALBERTA | PAN WEST STRATEGY76 COMMUNITY FUTURES Central Kootenay rdck.ca

March 31, 2021

AKBLG C/O Clara Reinhardt, President, AKBLG Email Via: [email protected]

Dear Clara Reinhardt:

RE: RDCK’S COMMENTS FOR MEETING WITH MINISTER OF STATE FOR FLNRORD

The below summarizes the comments from the Regional District of Central Kootenay as they pertain to the questions asked in preparation for your meeting with Minister of State for FLNRORD, Honourable Nathan Cullen.

1. What is working well today in your interactions with FLNRORD and the natural resource sector ministries?

- Licensees are sending referrals and are sending them to community members

- The regional economic development positions that are on the ground are very valuable

2. What are the main challenges facing your organization working with the government’s natural resource sector ministries?

- Seems like concerns raised are not acted upon. The process does not seem like consultation, but only communication of the way it’s going to be

- No integration of comments back from community/referrals

- We require field contacts from the licensee so residents area able to call them

- Private land logging cutting permits are approved in Victoria, hundreds of kilometres from the location and without a review of site context (slope, water supply, road building)

- Resource extraction and impact on watersheds is not considered in enough detail

- No consultation with municipal/local government, no information on resources other than resource extraction

- The land needs to be managed on multiple values, not just timber

Nelson Office: Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC. V1L 5R4 Phone: 250.352.6665 | Toll Free: 1.800.268.7325 (BC) | Email: [email protected] | Fax: 250.352.9300 77 - Once the FSP is approved, tenure holders do not need to address how they accomplish objectives, they simply need to ‘tick the box’

3. If you could change one thing, what would it be and why?

- Water is a primary resource, quality and quantity impacts need to be included in forest planning regardless of domestic watershed designations

- Community consultation process needs to be improved, both in the consideration of input, how it may be integrated and a communication process that lets communities know when they can provide comments

- Education on the full spectrum of forestry and how its managed is a need for public comprehension

- Revenue generation on the resource extraction should be shared with the regional district

- One natural resource industry that combines FLNRO and Water

- Overall better communication and inclusion of concerns with local governments and the impacted communities

- More evaluation and monitoring that holds the management of crown land accountable to the public - Increase options to local governments to regulate private land logging

- Land management that takes a cumulative review across the landscape to then determine available resources

Thank you for considering these points in your discussion with Minister Cullen.

Sincerely,

Aimee Watson RDCK Board Chair

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78 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY NELSON & DISTRICT RECREATION COMMISSION NO. 5 SPECIAL MEETING – OPEN MINUTES

1:02 p.m. – 3:06 p.m. Wednesday, March 10, 2021 Held by remote meeting due to Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19)

COMMISSION MEMBERS Commissioner Page City of Nelson – Chair Commissioner Logtenberg City of Nelson Commissioner Morrison City of Nelson Commissioner Faust Electoral Area E Commissioner Newell Electoral Area F

STAFF Joe Chirico General Manager of Community Services – RDCK Marty Benson Manager of Recreation – NDCC Jodi Vousden Assistant Manager of Recreation – NDCC Ashley Chadwick Administrative Assistant – NDCC – Secretary

UNABLE TO ATTEND Stuart J. Horn Chief Administrative Officer – RDCK

1. CALL TO ORDER & WELCOME

1.1 CALL TO ORDER

Chair Page called the meeting to order at 1:02 p.m.

1.2 TRADITIONAL LANDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT

We acknowledge and respect the Indigenous peoples within whose traditional lands we are meeting today.

1.3 ADOPTION OF AGENDA

MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved that:

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The agenda for the March 10, 2021 Nelson & District Recreation Commission meeting be adopted as circulated.

Carried

1.4 RECEIPT OF MINUTES

The February 24, 2021 Nelson & District Recreation Commission minutes, have been received.

COMMISSIONER PRESENT: Commissioner Morrison joined the meeting at 1:05 p.m.

2. OLD BUSINESS

2.1 COMMUNITY SERVICES SAFE RESTART FUNDING

The Board report dated February 11, 2021 from Joe Chirico, General Manager of Community Services, re: Community Services Safe Restart Funding, has been received as information.

2.2 SERVICE REVIEW: NELSON & DISTRICT MASTER PLAN & TASK FORCE HISTORICAL REVIEW & UPDATE

The Commission report dated February 17, 2021 from Joe Chirico, General Manager of Community Services, re: Service Review: Nelson & District Master Plan & Task Force Historical Review & Update, was received at the February 24, 2021 meeting.

Joe Chiro and Marty Benson continued to lead Commission through the report Attachment B – Nelson and Area Master Plan Update February 2021, from item 10.1 through to the end of the document.

MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved that:

Staff write a letter to the Nelson & Area Economic Development Partnership (NAEDP), Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism Society and the Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce explaining the funding asks and contribution to the Nelson Cycling Club from the RDCK this year; AND FURTHER, that a request be made for the NAEDP, Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism and the Nelson Chamber of Commerce to consider how best to sustain the economic value that cycling brings to the region.

Carried

RECESS/ The meeting recessed at 1:36 p.m. for a break and reconvened at 1:44 p.m. RECONVENE

STAFF ABSENT: Jodi Vousden left the meeting at 2:33 p.m.

3. PUBLIC TIME

No public were present at the meeting.

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4. NEXT MEETING

The next Nelson & District Recreation Commission meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2021 at 9 a.m.

5. ADJOURNMENT

MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved that:

The Nelson & District Recreation Commission meeting be adjourned at 3:06 p.m.

Carried

Originally signed by

Keith Page, Chair Rec. Comm. 5

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Regional District of Central Kootenay ALL RECREATION COMMITTEE Open Meeting Minutes

Wednesday, March 31, 2021 9:00 am RDCK Remote Meeting The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19

COMMISSION ____ Chair R. Faust Electoral Area E MEMBERS PRESENT ____ Director G. Jackman Electoral Area A ____ Director T. Wall Electoral Area B ____ Director A. Casemore Electoral Area C ____ Director A. Watson Electoral Area D ____ Director T. Newell Electoral Area F ____ Director H. Cunningham Electoral Area G ____ Director W. Popoff Electoral Area H ____ Director A. Davidoff Electoral Area I ____ Director R. Smith Electoral Area J ____ Director P. Peterson Electoral Area K ____ Director D. Rye City of Castlegar ____ Director J. Comer Town of Creston ____ Director S. Hewat Village of Kaslo ____ Director J. Hughes Village of Nakusp ____ Director J. Morrison City of Nelson ____ Director C. Moss Village of New Denver ____ Director D. Lockwood Village of Salmo ____ Director L. Main Village of Silverton ____ Director J. Lunn Village of Slocan

STAFF PRESENT ____ S. Horn Chief Administrative Officer

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____ J. Chirico General Manager of Community Services ____ C. Gaynor Regional Parks Manager ____ J. Crockett CDRC - Manager of Recreation ____ C. Stanley CDCC – Manager of Recreation ____ M. Benson NDCC - Manager of Recreation ____ M. Crowe Parks Planner ____ S. Carmichael Community Services Administrative Coordinator - Recording Secretary

GUESTS ____ Keith Page Councillor – City of Nelson

______

1. CALL TO ORDER RDCK Board Chair A. Watson called the meeting to order at 9:03 a.m.

2. ELECTION OF CHAIR CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (3 Times) Director Watson called for nominations the first time.

Director Newell nominated Director Faust.

Director Watson called for nominations the second time. Director Watson called for nominations the third time.

No further nominations.

DECLARATION OF ELECTED OR ACCLAIMED CHAIR RDCK Board Chair A. Watson ratifies the appointed Director Faust as Chair of the All Recreation Committee for 2021.

3. TRADITIONAL LANDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT We acknowledge and respect the indigenous peoples within whose traditional lands we are meeting today.

DIRECTOR PRESENT: Director A. Davidoff joined the meeting at 9:06a.m.

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4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA MOVED and seconded, And Resolved:

01/21 The agenda for the March 31, 2021 All Recreation Committee meeting be adopted with the inclusion of an update from CAO Horn in regards to utilisation of COVID-19 funding to reduce taxation in 2021 under Agenda Item 7.3 COVID Update and the inclusion of Agenda Item 8.1 Septage in Parks before circulation.

Carried

MOVED and seconded, And Resolved:

02/21 Councillor Page have freedom of the floor.

Carried

5. RECEIPT OF MINUTES The September 18, 2019 All Recreation Committee minutes, have been received.

6. DELEGATE No Delegates were scheduled for this Committee meeting.

7. STAFF REPORTS 7.1 Fees & Charges Bylaw Update The Committee Report dated March 24, 2021 from Joe Chirico, General Manager of Community Services, re: Fees & Charges Bylaw Update, has been received.

Joe Chirico provided a verbal presentation to the Committee in regards to the Fees & Charges Bylaw Update Report including, Fees & Charges Policy adopted in 2019, Bylaw was due for completion in 2020 but COVID-19 delayed the process, Policy is foundational document for the Fees & Charges Bylaw, Leisure Access Policy and Regional Recreation Allocation Policy.

DIRECTOR PRESENT: Director Cunningham joined the meeting at 9:54 a.m.

STAFF DIRECTION: Staff to work with Chair Faust to create a Cheat Sheet for the Fees & Charges Policy.

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MOVED and seconded, And Resolved:

03/21 That the All Recreation Committee supports the work plan as presented for the Fees and Charges Bylaw update.

Carried

7.2 Regional Recreation Allocation Policy The Committee Report dated March 22, 2021 from Craig Stanley, Manager of Recreation (CDCC), re: Regional Recreation Allocation Policy, has been received.

Craig Stanley provided a verbal presentation to the Committee in regards to the Regional Recreation Allocation Policy including, previous work related to drafting an allocation policy was done in 2018, ice allocation was the main priority then with consultation with ice user groups to determine clear guidelines, policy was not based on same principles as the Fees & Charges Policy so staff are restarting work by integrating the benefits based approach from adopted Fees & Charges Policy into the draft allocation policy work from 2018.

MOVED and seconded, And Resolved:

04/21 That the Regional Recreation Allocation Policy report be received for information.

Carried

7.3 Inclusion and Access Committee Update Marty Benson, Recreation Manager provided the Committee with a verbal update in regards to the Inclusion and Access Committee including, mandate to focus on community inclusion in programs and services and ability to pay, COVID-19 delayed work on this initiative, now working on three phased approach with discovery, exploratory and road map phases, currently in exploration phase with future road map phase focusing on realistic timelines to implement inclusion and access initiatives.

DIRECTOR ABSENT: Director Lunn left the meeting at 10:12a.m.

DIRECTOR PRESENT: Director Lunn joined the meeting at 10:47a.m.

RECESS/ Meeting recessed at 10:42a.m. for a bio break and reconvened at 10:52a.m. RECONVENE:

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7.4 Parks & Trails Strategy Update The presentation dated March 31, 2021 from Mark Crowe, Regional Parks Planner, re: Parks & Trails Strategy Update, has been received.

Mark Crowe provided a verbal presentation to the Committee in regards to the Parks & Trails Strategy including, robust RFP document developed, desire to strengthen relationship with First Nations Organisations and break work plan down to focus on current park services and then long range gaps within the context of the broader Parks Continuum, staff to develop a Terms of Reference prior to initiating phase 1 of this Parks & Trails Strategy.

STAFF DIRECTION: Staff to include a link to Parks & Community Services Layer in Mapping on the Community Services Park webpage.

DIRECTOR ABSENT: Director Smith left the meeting at 11:05a.m.

MOVED and seconded, And Resolved:

05/21 That the All Recreation Committee approve the parks and trails strategy work plan as outlined in the presentation.

Carried

7.5 COVID Update Joe Chirico, General Manager of Community Services provided a verbal update to the Committee in regards to COVID update including, PHO direction on Monday afternoon cancelling indoor group low intensity classes and AquaFit. Order has not been updated at this time but this morning PHO advised we can continue with AquaFit classes.

7.6 Campbell Field Update The Committee Report dated March 12, 2021 from RC Strategies + PERC, re: Campbell Field Feasibility Study What We Heard Report, has been received.

Joe Chirico provided a verbal update to the Committee in regards to Campbell Field including, meeting held last week to discuss the survey results, community has identified a place to gather and hold performances, next steps are to take the facility inventory and analysis, community engagement, and demographic research to feed into a Facility Concept.

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Director Popoff thanked all participants still involved with the Campbell Field process to date.

DIRECTOR ABSENT: Director Rye left the meeting at 11:43a.m. 8. NEW BUSINESS 8.1 Septage in Parks Question was posed to the Committee in regards to septage in parks and landfill no longer accepting septage.

GM Chirco confirmed issue is around getting new permits for washrooms with holding tanks underneath as IH unsure of process and how it will be dealt with.

DIrector Jackman to pursue having this topic put on the Central Resource Recovery Meeting agenda and will discuss with Manager Wilson and GM Wolf.

9. PUBLIC TIME The Chair called for questions from the public and members of the media at 11:52a.m.

No members of the public in attendance.

10. IN CAMERA There were no In Camera Items for this meeting.

11. NEXT MEETING The next All Recreation Committee meeting is scheduled for June 30, 2021 at 9:00 a.m.

12. ADJOURNMENT

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MOVED and seconded, And Resolved:

The All Recreation Committee meeting be adjourned at 11:55a.m.

Carried

Digitally Approved via email ______Ramona Faust, Chair

Originally signed by ______Sabrina Carmichael, Secretary

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RECOMMENDATION(S) TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1. Nil.

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE PROVIDED FOR CONVENIENCE ONLY AND WILL BE CONSIDERED AT ITS APPROPRIATE MEETING AS STATED.

Future All Recreation Committee Meetings

1. Staff to work with Chair Faust to create a Cheat Sheet for the Fees & Charges Policy. 2. Staff to include a link to Parks & Community Services Layer in Mapping on the Community Services Park webpage.

89 Sabrina Carmichael

From: RAMONA R FAUST Sent: April 1, 2021 12:52 PM To: Sabrina Carmichael Cc: Ramona Faust; Joe Chirico Subject: Re: 2021-03-31-ALL-Minutes-DRAFT.pdf

Yes, I approve. Please add my digital signature Ramona Faust

On Thu., Apr. 1, 2021, 12:03 p.m. Sabrina Carmichael, wrote:

Hi Ramona,

I discussed with Joe and he recommended putting the diagram in – please see attached for updated minutes.

Please advise if you are happy with this version and if you approve.

Bree Carmichael | Administrative Coordinator – Community Services

Phone: 250.352.8195 |

From: Ramona Faust Sent: March 31, 2021 4:44 PM To: Sabrina Carmichael Cc: Ramona Faust ; Joe Chirico Subject: Re: 2021-03-31-ALL-Minutes-DRAFT.pdf

Please check with Joe around next steps for Campbell field

I believe most of the left hand column in the report is complete or in progress And the next steps were in the right hand column in the report

Thanks

Ramona Faust

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On Mar. 31, 2021 4:03 p.m., Sabrina Carmichael wrote:

Hi Ramona,

Draft All Recreation Committee Minutes attached for your review and approval to add your digital signature please.

Bree Carmichael | Administrative Coordinator – Community Services

Regional District of Central Kootenay

Phone: 250.352.8195 | Cell: 250.687.4979 | Fax: 250.352.9300

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Regional District of Central Kootenay CRESTON VALLEY SERVICES COMMITTEE Open Meeting Minutes

Thursday, April 1, 2021 9:00 am RDCK Remote Meeting The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19

COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT Director A. Casemore (CHAIR) Electoral Area C Director Jen Comer Town of Creston Director G. Jackman Electoral Area A Director T. Wall Electoral Area B

STAFF PRESENT S. Horn Chief Administrative Officer J. Chirico General Manager of Community Services Craig Stanley Manager of Recreation - Creston and District Community Complex Jon Jackson Emergency Program Coordinator (Creston) A. Steed Recording Secretary

______1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Casemore called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. MST.

2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Moved and seconded, And resolved that:

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The agenda for the April 1, 2021 Creston Valley Services Committee meeting be adopted as circulated.

Carried 3. RECEIPT OF MINUTES The March 4, 2021 Creston Valley Services Committee minutes, have been received.

4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 DELEGATION Dale Mcnamar: President of the Creston Valley Beef Growers, Erin Bates: Executive Director and Tom Bradley: President for Central Kootenay Invasive Species will provide a verbal delegation. The Beef Growers in the Creston Valley have determined an issue with the invasive plants growing excessively and taking over. The Beef Growers are looking for a way to get rid of the invasive plants. They are requesting the help of the Regional District to control the noxious weeds in the area. As they are taking care of their own lands, the surrounding lands are not being taken care of and it is causing issues. The Beef Growers have the equipment to apply bio sprays, however they have not had the chance to fill the position. Plant responsibility falls to land owners, however there is no way to enforce the land owners to take care of them without a local government becoming involved. There was discussion around the general public sensitivity in the area to the use of bio products. People seem to be mostly okay with the spraying along highways to control rampant weed growth. Discussion around the process of providing grant funding to survey areas around the valley to determine the best way to control the invasive plants. Suggestion of drafting a Bylaw to outline how the RDCK would enforce the invasive species control. They Committee will revisit the information at a future meeting of the Creston Valley Services Committee. 4.2 Creston Valley Public Library Update The Amended CVPL Finance Report, CVPL Library Usage Statistics, and the CVPL Operations Report from February 2021 provided by Saara Itkonen; Head Librarian, have been received.

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The majority of Library use is continuing, although foot traffic has decreased. Many people are utilizing online tools and having one person come in for many borrowers. 5. STAFF REPORTS 5.1 Emergency Support Services Update The Committee Report dated March, 2021 from Jon Jackson, Emergency Program Coordinator, re: January - March 2021 Work Report, has been received. The report for the first quarter of 2021 has been received. The Emergency Support Services are working hard to prepare for the future. Looking for more efficient ways to provide support to those affected by these emergency situations. The snowpack has increased, however it is still within a normal range. The Emergency Support Services are looking for recruitments for some areas. If you know someone who is available have them contact Emergency Support Services for more information. 6. PUBLIC TIME The Chair will called for questions from the public and members of the media at 9:50 a.m. MST.

No members of the public present. 7. NEXT MEETING The next Creston Valley Services Committee meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. MST. 8. ADJOURNMENT Moved and seconded, And resolved that: The Creston Valley Services Committee meeting be adjourned at 9:56 am MST.

Carried

_Approved By______Adam Casemore, Chair

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Regional District of Central Kootenay CASTLEGAR & DISTRICT RECREATION COMMISSION Open Meeting Minutes

Tuesday, April 6, 2021 4:00 pm

COMMISSION Chair D. Rye City of Castlegar MEMBERS PRESENT Director B. Price City of Castlegar Sue Heaton-Sherstobitoff City of Castlegar Commissioner A. Davidoff Electoral Area I Commissioner R. Smith Electoral Area J

STAFF PRESENT J. Chirico General Manager of Community Services J. Crockett CDRC Manager of Recreation H. Anderson Recreation & Cultural Programmer A. Polovnikoff Recreation Coordinator - Recording Secretary

______

1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Rye called the meeting to order at 4:03 p.m.

2. TRADITIONAL LANDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT We acknowledge and respect the indigenous peoples within whose traditional lands we are meeting today.

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3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved: 21/21 The agenda for the April 6, 2021 Castlegar and District Community Complex and Recreation Commission meeting be adopted with the following amendments:

• Change of order in the agenda, Item 6.3 CDRD Child Care Centre Project Update addressed before Item 6.1 CDRD Staff Report. • the inclusion of Item 6.5 Skate- Park, 6th Avenue Connection

before circulation

Carried

4. RECEIPT OF MINUTES The March 2, 2021 Castlegar and District Community Complex and Recreation Commission minutes, have been received.

5. DELEGATE There were no Delegates scheduled for this Commission meeting.

6. STAFF REPORTS 6.1 CDRD - Staff Report Heather Anderson provided a verbal update on the CDRD Staff Report including the new Public Health order for all indoor fitness classes cancelled. Virtual fitness classes receiving positive feedback and summer programming for the pool has started. Staff have started the upgrades to the park washrooms. Spring break programs were full to capacity with 25 participants each week, with waiting lists. The volunteer onboarding is going well with 24 Stanley Humphries Students taking part in the training. Spring registration were very busy with 244 registrations and reservation taken that day. Lacrosse starting this week on the dry floor.

The Commission Report dated April 6, 2021 from Heather Anderson, Recreation & Cultural Programmer, re: CDRD Staff Report, has been received.

6.2 CDRD Complex Enhancement Project Update Verbal report under New Business Item 7.1

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6.3 CDRD Child Care Centre Project Update Shari Imada, Manager of Recreation provided the Commission with a verbal update in regards to the CDRD Child Care Centre Project including, construction services contract awarded to Alfred Horie Construction Ltd. after negotiation, in the amount of $1,411,492. CLT’s will be utilized for the main structure (exterior walls and roof) and the canopy for the child care centre. The Child care centre still targeted to Step 4 energy efficiency. Development Variance permit has been issued.

Construction Services proposals came in over budget. Items deemed to be extra to the function of the building and/or could be enhances at a future date have been reduced/deleted. RDCK staff will provide supply and install of shrub/tree planting, irrigation, and school age playground in order to save costs. A value of $25,000 has been determined for additional construction services above the contract amount awarded which will be required to come out of the 10% construction services contingency or from additional funding. A Healthy Community Initiatives grant has been applied for, in the amount of $40,000. The building occupancy is scheduled for September 24th to allow for an October 1st opening.

The Commission Report dated April 1, 2021 from Shari Imada, Project Manager, re: CDRD Childcare Centre Project Update, has been received.

STAFF DIRECTION Jim Crockett to send the Commission the Skate Park – 6th Avenue Connection Plans from Larch Landscape Architecture and to include the plans for the May 4, 2021 Castlegar and District Recreation Commission meeting.

6.4 Hire Quantity Surveyor Update Jim Crockett, Manager of Recreation provided a verbal update on the Quantity Surveyors report including it is important to note that the report outlines the variables that come into play when evaluating projects. This part of the report is important as the underlying numbers taking into account to truly understand the challenges associated with this evaluation. It needs to be noted that the design process of HCMA Architecture & Design work was at the beginning stage and is being compared to projects that were fully developed and at a Class A level of design. Many choices would have been made in projects further along in the design process on quality, fit and finish in the buildings, which are not addressed at a Class D level of the design process. When looking at the projects through this lens, the LTA Consultants Inc. analysis concludes similar costs of

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construction. In addition, the conceptual drawing are of buildings designed to a higher standard than the comparables.

• The Commission Report dated March 30, 2021 from Jim Crockett, Manager of Recreation, re: Summary of LTA Consultants Inc. Second Opinion Reports, has been received.

6.5 Skate Park – 6th Avenue Connection Jim Crockett, Manager of Recreation presented a Schematic design for the Skate Park and 6th Avenue Connection project from Larch Landscape Architecture that could occur in conjunction with the Castlegar Child Care Facility construction. Through the Child Care planning process it became evident that the area around the Childcare centre will look disjointed. The site plan includes a sidewalk entry into the complex from 6th Avenue, skate board area features, trees, shelter, benches with a component for an outdoor fitness area creating a nice plaza around the Skatepark. Preliminary costs for the skate park plaza is $125,825, connection from 6th Avenue to the complex entrance $60,775 and outdoor fitness area $46,000 for total project cost of $232,600.

STAFF DIRECTION Staff to provide a report on what a schedule for one rink would look like if the Pioneer Arena closed for any reason. The report to be on the agenda for the August 3, 2021 Castlegar and District Recreation Commission.

7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Correspondence Jim Crockett provided a verbal report on the letter received from Johnny Strilaeff, President & CEO – Columbia Basin Trust. CBT will support the CDRD Enhancement project in the amount of $150,000. Funds to be used for a new arena female dressing room.

MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved: 22/21 That, the email dated March 19, 2021 from Johnny Strilaeff, President & CEO – Columbia Basin Trust, re: CDCC Facility Upgrades Project Cost Estimates September 14, 2021, has been received.

Carried

8. PUBLIC TIME The Chair will call for questions from the public and members of the media at 5:45p.m.

9. IN CAMERA

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There are no In Camera items for this Commission meeting. 10. NEXT MEETING The next Castlegar and District Community Complex and Recreation Commission meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

11. ADJOURNMENT MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved:

22/21 The Castlegar and District Community Complex and Recreation Commission meeting be adjourned at 5:43 p.m.

Carried

Approved by ______Dan Rye, Chair

Signed by ______Audrey Maxwell Polovnikoff, Secretary

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RECOMMENDATION(S) TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1. [List of Items]

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE PROVIDED FOR CONVENIENCE ONLY AND WILL BE CONSIDERED AT ITS APPROPRIATE MEETING AS STATED.

Future Castlegar & District Community Complex & Recreation Commission Meetings

1. Jim Crockett to send the commission the Skate Park – 6th Avenue Connection Plans from Larch Landscape Architecture and to include the plans for the May Castlegar and District Recreation Commission meeting. 2. Staff to provide a report on what a schedule for one rink would look like if the Pioneer Arena closed for any reason. The report to be on the agenda for the August Castlegar and District Recreation commission.

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101 File: 0515-20-CRRC

Central Resource Recovery Committee Open Meeting MINUTES

A Central Resource Recovery Committee meeting was held on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 3:29 pm by remote meeting due to Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).

Members: Director T. Newell Area F Director A. Watson Area D Director R. Faust Area E Director H. Cunningham Area G Director J. Morrison City of Nelson Director D. Lockwood Village of Salmo

Members Absent: Director S. Hewat Village of Kaslo

Guest Directors: Director W. Popoff Chair, West Resource Recovery Committee Director G. Jackman Chair, East Resource Recovery Committee

Staff in Attendance: S. Horn Chief Administrative Officer U. Wolf General Manager of Environmental Services A. Wilson Resource Recovery Manager A. Hamilton HB Tailings Facility Technologist S. Eckman Administration Coordinator, Environmental Services

1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Newell called the meeting to order at 3:29 pm.

2. TRADITIONAL LANDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT We acknowledge and respect the indigenous peoples within whose traditional lands we are meeting today.

3. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

MOVED and Seconded, AND RESOLVED that:

The Agenda for the April 14, 2021 Central Resource Recovery Committee meeting be adopted as circulated. Carried

4. RECEIPT OF MINUTES The February 8, 2021 Central Resource Recovery Committee Minutes, have been received.

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5. IN CAMERA The Open meeting will be adjourned after In Camera without reconvening back into the open session unless there is business that needs to be addressed.

5.1 MEETING CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

Moved and Seconded, And Resolved:

In the opinion of the Board and, in accordance with Section 90 of the Community Charter the public interest so requires that persons other than DIRECTORS, ALTERNATE DIRECTORS, DELEGATIONS AND STAFF be excluded from the meeting;

AND FURTHER, in accordance with Section 90 of the Community Charter, the meeting is to be closed on the basis identified in the following Subsection:

(g) litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality.

Carried

5.2 RECESS OF OPEN MEETING

Moved and Seconded, And Resolved:

The Open meeting be recessed at 3:32 pm in order to conduct the Closed In-Camera meeting.

Carried

6. ADJOURNMENT

MOVED and Seconded, AND RESOLVED that:

The April 14, 2021 Central Resource Recovery Committee meeting adjourned at 3:46 pm.

CERTIFIED CORRECT

Approved by

Director T. Newell, Committee Chair

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Regional District of Central Kootenay COMMUNITY SUSTAINABLE LIVING ADVISORY COMMITTEE Open Meeting Minutes

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. by remote meeting due to Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19)

COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT Chair L. Main Village of Silverton Director G. Jackman Electoral Area A Director T. Wall Electoral Area B Director A. Watson Electoral Area D Director R. Faust Electoral Area E Director T. Newell Electoral Area F Director H. Cunningham Electoral Area G Director W. Popoff Electoral Area H Director A. Davidoff Electoral Area I Alt.Director L. Watson Electoral Area J Director P. Peterson Electoral Area K Director S. Hewat Village of Kaslo Director D. Lockwood Village of Salmo

ABSENT COMMISSION MEMBERS Director A. Casemore Electoral Area C Director R. Smith Electoral Area J

STAFF PRESENT S. Sudan General Manager of Development and Community Sustainability Services C. Johnson Manager of Community Sustainability P. Marshall-Smith Sustainability Planner T. Zumpano Water Services Liaison S. Horn Chief Administrative Officer P. Faulkner Senior Energy Specialist S. Kindred Administrative Assistant ______

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1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Main called the meeting to order at 1:04 p.m.

2. TRADITIONAL LANDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT We acknowledge and respect the indigenous peoples within whose traditional lands we are meeting today.

3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

The Agenda for the April 13, 2021 Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee meeting be adopted as circulated.

Carried

4. RECEIPT OF MINUTES The February 16, 2021 Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee minutes, has been received.

5. DELEGATE No Delegation.

6. STAFF REPORTS 6.1 UPDATE ON SUSTAINABILITY SERVICE PROJECTS The Staff Report dated April 13, 2021 from Paris Marshall Smith, Sustainability Planner, has been received.

7. OLD BUSINESS 7.1 WATERSHED GOVERNANCE INITIATIVE

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The presentation, WGI Data Collation & Mapping Project dated April 13, 2021 from Sangita Sudan, General Manager, Development and Community Sustainability, has been received. Director Watson requested that the presentation be posted to the Regional District of Central Kootenay website.

7.2 RESCINDING OUTDATED CARIP RESOLUTIONS The Committee Report dated March 22, 2021 from Paris Marshall Smith, Sustainability Planner, has been received. Moved and seconded, And Resolved that it be recommended to the Board: That Resolution 594/19, being the allocation of $19,000 in funds from Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) funds Service S100 General Administration to provide Step 1 rebates for BC Hydro service area residents BE RESCINDED because rebates are being provided by BC Hydro.

AND FURTHER, that Resolution 296/20, being the allocation of $24,747.23 in funds from the Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) General Administration Service S100 to the Community Energy Association (CEA) to support developing updated Strategic Community Energy and Emissions Plans (SCEEP) for Salmo, Nakusp and Creston BE RESCINDED because matching contribution was not received.

Carried

7.3 BIOENERGY BRIEF TO MINISTER CONROY The Committee Report dated March 23, 2021 from Paris Marshall Smith, Sustainability Planner, has been received. Moved and seconded, And Resolved that it be recommended to the Board: That the Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee take no further action at this time on the following recommendation: 845/20 That the Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee Chair, RDCK Board Chair and senior staff approach the new Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural

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Resource Operations & Rural Development to ask what emerging direction may be coming which would assist the RDCK in further investigating bioenergy projects which would align with provincial objectives of maximizing fiber utilization and reducing forest fuel loading; AND FURTHER to make a similar outreach to Forest Enhancement Society BC. Carried

RECESS/ The meeting recessed at 2:37 p.m. for a break and reconvened at 10:40 p.m. RECONVENED

8. NEW BUSINESS 8.1 RECEIPT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY FOOD POLICY COUNCIL SECURITY REPORT The Committee Report dated March 23, 2021 from Paris Marshall Smith, Sustainability Planner, has been received. Moved and seconded, And Resolved that it be recommended to the Board: That the Board and staff review the draft Central Kootenay Interim Food Security Action Plan and provide their recommendations by May 11, 2021.

Carried

8.2 CARIP CONTRIBUTION OF FUNDS TO CSLAC Moved and seconded, And Resolved that it be recommended to the Board: That the Board direct staff to investigate distribution of Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) funds between Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee (CSLAC) and Board, and bring results to CSLAC for consideration, and bring a recommendation for a 2021 financial plan amendment.

Carried

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8.3 FOR INFORMATION: SERVICE CASE REVIEW The Committee Report dated March 23, 2021 from Paris Marshall Smith, Sustainability Planner, has been received.

Moved and seconded, And Resolved that it be recommended to the Board: That Board direct staff to complete an internal assessment, prior to requesting a Service Case Analysis, to understand if a Contribution Service for food and agriculture is possible.

Carried

9. NEXT MEETING The next Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.

10. ADJOURNMENT Moved and seconded, And Resolved: The Community Sustainable Living Advisory Committee meeting be adjourned at 3:20 p.m.

Carried

______Leah Main, Chair

______Shelly Kindred, Secretary

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8. FREEDOM OF THE FLOOR Moved and Seconded, And Resolved:

Alternate Director Page have freedom of the floor.

Carried

9. DRAFT RESOURCE RECOVERY PLAN The Draft Resource Recovery Plan prepared by Maura Walker, MWA Environmental Consultants Ltd. and Carey Mciver, Carey Mciver and Associates Ltd. dated April 6, 2021, has been received.

Moved and Seconded, And Resolved that it be recommended to the Board:

That the Board direct staff to issue the Draft RDCK Resource Recovery Plan, dated April 9, 2021, prepared by MWA Environmental Consultants Ltd. and Carey Mciver and Associates Ltd. for public consultation in May 2021.

Carried

10. PUBLIC TIME The Chair called for questions from the public and members of the media at 3:21 pm. There were no members of the public or media present.

11. ADJOURNMENT Moved and Seconded, And Resolved:

The April 14, 2021 Joint Resource Recovery Committee meeting adjourned at 3:22 pm.

Carried

CERTIFIED CORRECT

Approved by Chair Garry Jackman

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY

AREA A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OPEN MEETING MINUTES

4:00 pm MST April 7, 2021 Remote Meeting

COMMISSION MEMBERS Director Jackman Area A Commissioner MacMahon Kootenay Bay Commissioner Medhurst Crawford Bay Commissioner Rokeby-Thomas Kootenay Bay

STAFF Annette Steed Recording Secretary

1. CALL TO ORDER Director Jackman called the meeting to order at 4:06 p.m. MST.

2. ELECTION OF CHAIR

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (3 Times) Commissioner Rokeby-Thomas nominated Commissioner Medhurst.

DECLARATION OF ELECTED OR ACCLAIMED CHAIR Director Jackman ratifies the appointed Commissioner Medhurst as Chair of the Area A Economic Development Commission for April- June 2021.

Commissioner Medhurst took over as Chair of the Area A Economic Development Commission meeting.

3. ADOPTION OF AGENDA MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved:

The Agenda for the April 7, 2021 Area A Economic Development Commission meeting, be adopted with the inclusion of Item 6.4 Riondel Waterfront Trail – Grant Application.

Carried

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4. RECEIPT OF MINUTES The March 31, 2021 Area A Economic Development Commission minutes, have been received.

5. OLD BUSINESS 5.1 Budget Update and Review Director Jackman provided an update on the current budget to let the Commission know where they stand in regards to the 2021 Available grant funds.

The newest draft of the 2021 S108 budget was discussed by the Commission. The April numbers update are provided as an attachment.

5.2 Internet to East Shore (Riondel) Update Director Jackman provided a verbal update on the progress made towards providing better connectivity to areas of the East Shore and Riondel.

There are discussions with the province, regarding the timeline of how long the project will take, in order to qualify for the Provincial funds. They wish to have a very quick turn around, about two years, which may be difficult to achieve. There is a lot of competition for the available funds from the Columbia Basin Broadband fund, as it covers a very large spectrum of communities t o service. Some of which, certain companies have cornered the market on. There is progress being made and another update will be available in the next few months.

5.3 Community Based Greenhouse Commissioner MacMahon provided and update on the Community Based Greenhouse initiative.

There are lots of encouraging reports from the local community. There is a very interested land owner who has stated her support of the project as well. Member of the public brought up a concern regarding the need to supply ratio. There was a request for a "Champion" for the cause to make sure that enough can be supplied for the community need, as well as sharing and trading with surrounding communities. A local market is something that would be supported by the community.

6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Commission Appointment Commissioner Romano has regretfully resigned from the Area A Economic Development Commission.

Moved and seconded, AND Resolved that it be recommended to the Board:

That the Board send a letter to outgoing member Mark Romano thanking him for his service to the RDCK.

115 Page 3 Minutes – April 7, 2021 RDCK – Area A Economic Development Commission Carried

6.2 Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce (KLCC) - Grant Funding Requirement The Commission has invited the KLCC president to the meeting. The Commission would like to discuss how the new KLCC staff person will communicate and/or report to the Area A Economic Development Commission (EDC) on the economic development initiatives. The role of this position as an EDC resource is the primary reason why the Commission funded the position.

It would be appreciated if the person who is hired in the position provided monthly updates to the commission as part of the job description. Perhaps even join in on the Area A EDC meetings for the report of progress. The reports can be very simple, the commission would just like to be kept in the loop.

Suggestion from Commissioner Rokeby-Thomas, member of the Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce, that the Chamber provide an entire report for each month including the updates on this project. It will be discussed at the Chamber meeting and brought back to the Commission. There have been multiple resumes submitted for the position and the Chamber will be starting interviews in the next few weeks.

6.3 Potential Geothermal Project Commissioner MacMahon provided a verbal presentation on the possibility of a Geothermal Project.

There has been a conversation with funding opportunities available for proceeding with a geothermal project. There is a budget being put together for some student opportunities to help with a field study to provide clarity on available possibilities for geothermal energy. There has been progress and the project is in the market for more funding opportunities and insights towards this movement. Fortis was suggested, as they are promoting alternate energy sources. KAST (Kootenay Association of Science and Technology) was also suggested to Commissioner MacMahon as a possible resource for this endeavor.

6.4 Riondel Waterfront Trail - Grant Application Grant application from the East Shore Trail and Bike Association has been received. Application and supporting documents have been circulated to the Commission as of April 1st 2021. The Grant application is included with the Minutes of the meeting.

There was a verbal presentation to the Commission regarding the Riondel Waterline Trail from Farley Cursons, member of the East Shore Trail and Bike Association. He provided an in depth explanation of the Grant Application reasoning and how the budget around the application was developed. With the new parameters of the Columbia Basin Trust Grants there has become a need for another grant to cover the cost. They are planning to build a portion of the trail in order to redirect traffic off of private lands onto Crown land. This will add 1 Kilometer of trail to the existing and historical 6 kilometers of trail. There are a few hazards that will be mitigated by this project, as well as overall improvements to the area and more signage and mapping.

Moved and seconded, AND Resolved that it be recommended to the Board:

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That the Board approve the payment of the following grants from the Area A Economic Development Commission S108 2021 budget:

East Shore Trail and Bike Association $10,000

Carried

7. PUBLIC TIME The Chair called for questions from the public at 5:10 p.m. No comments from the public at this time.

8. NEXT MEETING The next Area A Economic Development Commission meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2021 at 4:00 pm MST.

9. ADJOURNMENT MOVED and seconded, AND Resolved:

The Area A Economic Development Commission meeting be adjourned at 5:12 p.m. MST.

Carried

Approved by

G. Medhurst, Chair

RECOMMENDATION(S) TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1. That the Board send a letter to outgoing member Mark Romano thanking him for his service to the RDCK.

2. That the Board approve the payment of the following grants from the Area A Economic Development Commission S108 2021 budget:

East Shore Trail and Bike Association $10,000

117 Area A EDC 2021 Budget – rev April 2021

2021 Revenue

- 2021 requisition $40,000

- East Shore connectivity grant holdback 7,500

- pre payment to EAP (via S108) 10,484

- Prior year surplus 46,000

Total available $103,984

2021 Expenses

- General admin 1080

- Insurance 100

- Rentals 200

- Mileage, advertising 200

- East Shore connectivity - cover holdback funds 7,500

- April 2021 contribution to EAP 30,000 (confirm)

- 2021 payment to EAP for Factor 5 (via S108) 6,440

- unallocated 2021 payment to EAP (via S108) 4,044

- BEST transition fund - update, tech support 4,883

- East Shore Transportation Society 5,000

- grant to KLCC - contract EDC support for commission 24,500

- unallocated grant funds 20,037_

$103,984

118 5:09 PM East Shore Trail and Bike Association

2020-05-07 Profit & Loss Accrual Basis June 2019 through May 2020

Jun '19 - May 20 Income Advertising & Sponsorship Advertising 1,100.00 Total Advertising & Sponsorship 1,100.00 Donations Business Contributions 278.00 Total Donations 278.00 Grants RDCK 6,860.00 SKLCC Trail Improvement 8,781.58 Trans Canada Trail 1,000.00 Total Grants 16,641.58 Membership Dues Membership Dues 180.00 Total Membership Dues 180.00

Total Income 18,199.58 Expense Business Expenses Bank Fees 40.00 Memberships & Subscriptions 5.00 Office Supplies 95.05 Website 960.26 Work Safe BC 35.95 Total Business Expenses 1,136.26 Operations Liability Insurance 1,510.00 Tools & Supplies 913.39 Trail Improvement Labor 8,062.50 Trail Maintenance Labor 175.00 Total Operations 10,660.89

Total Expense 11,797.15

Net Income 6,402.43

Page 1 119 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Area A – Economic Development Commission Grant Application

Contact Information: Organization Applying: Date: (This is the name that will appear on the cheque issued from RDCK and is recognized on the organization’s bank account.)

Mailing Address: Amount of Financial Aid Requested: $

City, Province: Project Start Date:

Postal Code: Project End Date:

Contact Person: Contact Phone #:

Contact Email: Contact Fax #:

About Your Proposal: Brief Summary of Proposal:

Will this proposed activity/project be advertised and if so, how?

How will the support from Area A EDC be recognized?

Return completed application and supporting documents by email to [email protected]

Please see page 2 for instructions on how to complete this application. 120 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Area A – Economic Development Commission Grant Application

Instructions for completing the Area A Economic Grant Application:

On a separate page, please outline your project plan in detail, including answers to the following:

1. What is the purpose and goal(s) of the project? 2. How does this support and help to develop the local economy or add value to the community? 3. Does this compete with already established groups or businesses? 4. How many people will be involved? Will there be a fee charged to those people?

Please list other organizations or businesses that support your idea, and attach any letters of support.

Please give brief bio/credentials of the main project leader(s).

Please attach a balanced budget for the project showing the following: 1. Show how the grant monies will be allocated 2. List other sources and amounts of funding – multiple sources are encouraged. 3. List all anticipated expenses associated with the project plan 4. If you are hiring a contractor, include one or more quotes for the project. 5. If this is not the first year for the project, please attach an Income-Expense Statement from last year.

The sponsoring society is required to provide a general statement of income and expenses for the past fiscal year. Any monies received from Area A EDC must be expended on the grant proposal within one year from the date of receipt of funds. RDCK may request copies of all receipts.

EDC will request a final report on the project within 6 months of completion, including a final Income- Expense statement showing how grant monies have been spent, and a statement about how the project did or did not complete the stated goals.

Questions? Please call Garry Jackman, Electoral Area Director, at (250) 223-8463 or email to [email protected]

121 Riondel Historic Waterline Trail Area A EDC application for East Shore Trail and Bike Association S-0071509 / www.estba.ca Accompanying AREA A EDC grant information

1. What is the purpose and goal(s) of the project?

The existing trail was identified several years ago as having potential being a major historical attraction on par with the Pilot Bay Lighthouse and wreck of the SS Ainsworth. The existing historic trail access has been cut off from Riondel by more recent residential development. Besides the project reestablishing the existing trail and mitigating existing hazards it will create a new trail access from Riondel North rd. We would like to see Riondel see some of the social end economic benefits that oher Area A communities enjoy from recreation trail development.

2. How does this support and help to develop the local economy or add value to the community?

Provincial marketing data shows that non motorized recreation trails are one of the top visitor and resident attractions. With the COVID 19 pandemic, outside and socially distant activities like hiking and mountain biking have become even more popular. Opportunities for recreation and historical education have been recognised as a super attractive combination for visitors and residents alike. In 2020 the Riondel Campground closed as well as the local pub putting great financial strain on remaining businesses such as the Riondel Market. By developing an additional attraction for Riondel and the East Shore there will be more reasons to visit should another business or attraction become unavailable. Additionally, we all need to get ourselves off the screens, get outside and increase our vitality and appreciation for nature and history.

3. Does this compete with already established groups or businesses? No

4. How many people will be involved? Will there be a fee charged to those people?

The East Shore Trail and Bike Association will contract internal Project Managers and Trails Specialists to train and lead a small group of locally hired trail builders. Our recruiting efforts will consider as much diversity in our team as is possible. All in all we would expect to have up to six members on our team plus contractors such as a danger tree faller and YRB for the highway access. No fees will be charged.

Please list other organizations or businesses that support your idea, and attach any letters of support. Recreation Sites & Trails BC, Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce, Nelson & Kootenay Lake Tourism, Riondel Historical Society, Riondel Market, Bob’s Bar and Grill, Riondel Community Campground Society, Gray Creek Historical Society, Crawford Bay Elementary Secondary School.

122 Bio/credentials of the main project leader(s). Farley Cursons - ESTBA Executive Director/Trails Specialist Before the establishment of ESTBA, Farley was the trail crew coordinator for Guiding Hands Recreation Society that was responsible for management of the Crawford Peninsula trail networks. As trail opportunities became more available and high profile, Farley co-founded ESTBA which is an alliance by a few other trail interest groups. In that time our alliance has officially registered the existing trail networks with RSTBC and gone on to build the Trans Canada Trail “off HWY” route, numerous extensions to the peninsula trail network and creation of the Riondel Heritage Trail. Farley works closely with: MOTI, RSTBC, MFLNRO, Teck Metals LTD, BC Parks, Woodlot Licensees and private property owners.

Please attach a balanced budget for the project showing the following: 1. Show how the grant monies will be allocated 2. List other sources and amounts of funding – multiple sources are encouraged. 3. List all anticipated expenses associated with the project plan 4. If you are hiring a contractor, include one or more quotes for the project. 5. If this is not the first year for the project, please attach an Income-Expense Statement from last year.

Budget $60,000.00 - Columbia Basin Trust $50,000.00 / RDCK Area A EDC $10,000.00

Activity Budget From EDC From CBT

Project Management $5,000.00

Financial management $500.00

Danger tree assessment/removal $3,000.00

Corridor clearing / historical asset protection and $8,000.00 safety assessment

Tread reestablishment / rock armouring $8,000.00

Two small foot bridges/boardwalks - Bolts and $2,000.00 screws

two large foot bridges 30’ with handrails - Bolts $12,000.00 and screws

One KM full bench trail construction labour $12,000.00

YRB design highway access parking $2,500.00

Information and trail designation signage $3,000.00

Total $60,000.00 $10,000.00 $50,000.00 CBT Trail Enhancement Grant 2021 Program Guide Link https://ourtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/downloads/2021-03-TEG-ProgramGuide-1.pdf

123 March 12, 2021

Angela Lund Deputy Corporate Officer Regional District of Central Kooteriay 202 Lakeside Drive Nelson BC V1L 6B9

Dear Ms. Lund:

Re: RDKB Appointees to the West Kootenay Transit Committee

Please be advised that at its meeting of March 10, 2021 the Board of the RDKB appointed the following directors to the West Kootenay Transit Committee, per resolution 148-21:

• Linda Worley, Electoral Area 'B'/Lower Columbia-Old Glory Director o Phone: 250.693.5500 [email protected]

• Robert Cacchioni, City of Trail o Phone: 250.364.2272 [email protected]

• Arlene Parkinson (Alternate Director), Village of Warfield o Phone: 250.368.8650 [email protected]

The directors will serve three-year terms (January 1, 2021—December 31, 2023).

Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact the RDKB.

Sincerely,

^ ^/c^ -'x^ Anitra Winje Manager of Corpor§t6 Administration/Corporate Officer

ec: Tom Dool, Research Analyst, RDCK

202 - 843 Rossland Avenue 2140 Central Avenue Trail, BC V1R4S8 Grand Forks, BC VOH 1 HO Main T: 250.368.9148 Grand Forks T: 250.442.2708 rdkb.com T/F: 1.800.355.7352 T/F: 1.877.520.7352 Regional Distric^of F: 250.368.3990 F: 250.442.2688124 Kootenay Boundary^

Director’s Report Garry Jackman – Area A

Garry Jackman – Director Area A – Wynndel/East Shore Kootenay Lake Report Date: 01 April 2021

Kootenay TSA Collaborative Steering Committee meeting

Since my last report I attended a steering committee meeting on April 1st 2021 with another scheduled for April 29th. I did not attend the March 18th meeting due to the conflict with our Board meeting but I did receive the briefing notes as usual.

The fiber value working group has now had their three formal presentations to government policy reps on the three ‘pillars’ of their proposal (closer control of exports, waste/residue and modified stumpage for pulp or lower grade logs). There are two more meetings scheduled between now and the end of April, following which the group hopes to hear some direction from government which will go back to the large collaborative group. I suggested the working group contact Fortis BC to get more information on the Fortis 2050 energy plan (briefing provided on March 30th 2021) as their work on renewable natural gas could be a positive influence on mandating further reduction of waste fibre (and related burning) in the forest.

The Forest Inventory Working Group is beginning its presentations to provincial policy staff with two workshops scheduled for mid and late April. Early on this group identified the need for more up to date data for large portions of the three TSA’s plus identified much of the required data has already been flown by private companies and is available for purchase. Recently the government has identified $395,000 in the concluding fiscal budget to purchase existing LiDAR data for the Cranbrook and Invermere TSAs. It’s for largely inoperable, high elevation areas outside the timber harvesting land base. However, this information is extremely important to accurately assess hydrological impacts, ungulate winter range habitat requirements (i.e., mountain goat, bighorn sheep and mule deer in particular) and old growth.

The other three potential working groups have still not been activated. A brief communication went to the large group in late March.

CBRAC

CBRAC continues to work on the social and economic interests in the basin. These may include flood protection, erosion, recreation/tourism, navigation, health and agriculture. Members provided feedback on the proposed process and performance measures. The next CBRAC webinar, on April 21st, will review the Columbia Basin Climate Change Projections. For more information [email protected] | 250.352.6665 | 1.800.268.7325 (BC) | or visit rdck.ca 125 rdck.ca

Tanya Wall Director of Electoral Area B

File No.

March 27, 2021

Creston Creative Combine

To whom it may concern,

I would like to express my support for Creston Creative Combine’s application for Canada Council Funding for a multi-artist event based ‘SunPipes for the Dreamers’ written by long-time Creston resident Gary Deatherage. The role of RDCK is to enhance life of residents through infrastructure etc., but also to support less tangible areas of community life such as arts and culture.

This group of Creston artists is well known in our community and has a history of community projects and art action. Over the past 5 years, individual members of this group have successfully imagined and managed large-scale events in Creston including COVID-safe film festival events, multi-artist exhibitions/ performances and a Gran Fondo event. The immediate impact of these events has been enhanced quality of life for residents. The long-term impact has been to contribute to a growing community vibrancy that invites people to visit, support local businesses and perhaps, move here.

I have attended many events by these artists and look forward to watching this latest production and being inspired and proud of the talent in this valley. I also look forward to observing the long-term impact of their efforts, specifically how their quest for excellence ripples through the community and inspires change.

Sincerely,

Tanya Wall

2812 Erickson Street, Creston, BC V0B 1G1 Phone: 250.428.1993 | Email: [email protected] | Fax: 250.352.9300 126 rdck.ca

Adam Casemore Director of Electoral Area C

March 4, 2021

Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance Grant Adjudication Committee

RE: MINOR CAPITAL ARTS GRANT, EOD INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

Since the inception of Empire of Dirt Residency (EoD) in 2017, I have monitored the progress through visits and many discussions with the principals, Marnie Temple and James Wallis.

With very little advertising, the residency has been well attended and has a growing following. This year EoD Residency has confirmed bookings of 25 artists from February through to October with few vacancies remaining. Without surprise, it is particularly full through the summer months.

Please accept this letter of support as my endorsement for the EoD Residency’s minor capital grant to accommodate artist hygiene needs in the form of a public washroom and laundry facilities. The Residency is in need of support for the infrastructure required to sustain its current appeal. The Residency, to my knowledge is looking to relaunch its website and it is anticipated that the popularity of the residency will reach throughout North America, Europe and globally. I see this as great value to the Region as well as the Columbia Basin as a whole in the contexts of enhanced tourism, potential employment opportunities and highlighting the region as a destination.

Sincerely,

Adam Casemore Area C Director

2759 Rocky Point Road, Creston, BC V0B 1G8 Phone: 250.435.0383| Email: [email protected] | Fax: 250.352.9300 127 Angela Lund

To: Ramona Faust Subject: RE: CRT Monthly Update for LGC - March 2021

------Forwarded message ------From: "McMurchy, Brooke EMLI:EX" Date: Mar. 31, 2021 4:24 p.m. Subject: CRT Monthly Update for LGC - March 2021 To: Hello LGC,

Please find attached the March 2021 update on Columbia River Treaty activities. We were not able to send an update in February so this one covers activities from the past 2 months.

This document is not confidential. Feel free to share this information with local government officials through your channels.

Please also find attached, for your information and not for distribution, the Proposal for the Columbia River Video Series, which is described in the March update.

Please contact me if you have any questions or comments.

Sending you all best wishes as we enter another period of tighter COVID restrictions. I hope the longer daylight hours are helping.

Take good care,

Brooke

Brooke McMurchy (she/her/hers) Policy Advisor, Columbia River Treaty Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation t. 778 698 7277 | c. 250 818 6919 http://engage.gov.bc.ca/columbiarivertreaty/

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Columbia River Treaty Monthly Update for the Local Governments’ Committee – March 2021

Issued March 31, 2021

Highlights • Columbia River Treaty scenario modelling • Governance options for Canadian Treaty operations • Results from the Columbia River Treaty Virtual Town Hall • Columbia River Video Series • Columbia River Treaty-related community interest project updates

Treaty Negotiations

Canada-U.S. Negotiations

• There are no new updates regarding Canada-U.S. Columbia River Treaty negotiations. • We continue to await a response from the U.S. to the proposal tabled by the Canadian team at the 10th round of negotiations in June 2020. • A delay is understandable given the shift in U.S. administration and other U.S. priorities such as their COVID-19 response. • Sylvain Fabi, Canada’s Chief Negotiator for the Columbia River Treaty, has been in touch with U.S. lead negotiator, Jill Smail, conveying that Canada is ready to resume discussions when they are. • In the meantime, important work is moving forward in B.C. on key domestic issues.

Dam Operation Scenario Modelling

• A subgroup of the Negotiation Advisory Team (NAT)1 is working on an important project to examine different scenarios for how the Canadian Treaty dams could be operated to meet Basin interests. • The subgroup is modelling different system operations that take into account objectives for ecosystems and Indigenous cultural values, flood-risk management, hydro power, and other social and economic values.

1 The Negotiation Advisory Team is comprised of representatives from Canada, B.C. and the Ktunaxa, Secwepemc and Syilx/Okanagan Nations. This is the core group responsible for developing Canadian options and positions for the Canada-U.S. negotiations on the Columbia River Treaty. 1 129

• The Indigenous-led Ecosystem Function Sub-Committee is developing performance measures for ecosystems and Indigenous cultural values. • B.C. and federal agency technical staff, as well as ENGO scientists, are contributing to the ecosystem work. • The Local Governments Committee is leading development of performance measures for socioeconomic measures.

Exploring Domestic Governance Options

• The NAT directed that a consultant be hired to look at potential models for Canadian domestic Columbia River Treaty governance. • The contractor has been selected and work began in January 2021. • This initiative is in its early stages and more will be communicated as it unfolds. • The Columbia Basin Indigenous Nations will be consulted as part of this process, as will the LGC and CBRAC.

Public Engagement

CRT Virtual Town Hall

• The Province hosted a Virtual Town Hall for the general public via Zoom on Feb. 24, 2021. • 247 people attended by web and phone from Canada and the U.S. to hear from Canadian and B.C. negotiators, Indigenous Nations and local governments involved in the Treaty modernization process. • The B.C. CRT Team received over 150 questions before and during the session. • People asked about the status of Canada-U.S. negotiations and Indigenous Nations’ and Tribal participation, efforts to reintroduce salmon to the Upper Columbia River, if and how concerns about reservoir level fluctuations are being addressed, how the Treaty’s impacts on people and the environment are being considered, along with many other topics. • Panelists answered as many questions as possible during the session, staying online 30 minutes after the session was scheduled to end in order to do so. • Responses to all questions will be posted on the B.C. CRT website in the near future, along with a summary report of the event. • Materials from the meeting, including a link to the full recording, are available now on the B.C. CRT website. • The B.C. CRT Team plans to hold another virtual session in the fall.

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Columbia Basin Regional Advisory Committee (CBRAC)

• CBRAC met by Zoom on March 8, 2021 for an introduction to the process of integrating socio-economic values into CRT modelling scenarios. • The presentation was delivered by the LGC team leading this work – Cindy Pearce, Ryan MacDonald and Avery Deboer-Smith – and was well received by CBRAC. The committee is keen to be engaged in the process moving forward. • All materials are posted on the CBRAC webpage. • CBRAC was asked to provide input on the socio-economic values via an online survey before March 19. A follow up session is tentatively planned for May or June of this year. • CBRAC’s next webinar is April 21, 2021 on Columbia Basin climate change projections. • The period to submit applications for the vacant Jaffray/Baynes Lake CBRAC position was extended until March 31, 2021. The CBRAC Steering Committee will evaluate expressions of interest and make a decision in April.

Columbia River Video Series

• The B.C. CRT Team is supporting Creatively United for the Planet, a non-provide society, in developing a series of videos on the value of water, with a focus on the Columbia River. • The videos, each approximately 20 minutes long, will highlight the value of water as it relates to community, health and wellness, Indigenous values, energy and more. They will also weave in aspects of the Columbia River Treaty, including Treaty impacts to the Basin and opportunities for improvement. • The first two videos are expected to be finished in early summer, after which, the B.C. CRT Team plans to share them as part of its public engagement on the Treaty. • Creatively United for the Planet has agreed to share the Project Proposal with the LGC. Please see attached.

Youth Engagement

• The Province invited Wildsight Columbia River Field School alumni to submit articles for a guest column in future B.C. CRT Newsletters. At least 5 alumni expressed interest. The first guest column will be featured in the April 2021 edition with others to come in subsequent editions. • At the request of the CBRAC Steering Committee, the B.C. CRT Team also invited the Field School alumni to attend non-confidential CBRAC meetings as observers. The first meeting available to them is CBRAC’s April 21 webinar on climate change projections.

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• This year, the B.C. CRT Team will revisit the CRT curriculum project, a multi-phased approach to exploring how to bring CRT-related information to Basin classrooms. This project was started in spring 2020 but put on hold due to COVID-19.

Ongoing Communication

• The Province continues to communicate with the public through its CRT Newsletter, website and social media channels. As always, the Province is open to suggestions for how to connect more effectively with Basin residents, especially youth, on the CRT. Please email [email protected] if you are aware of any opportunities in your communities.

Community Interest Projects

The B.C. CRT Team continues work on addressing community interests that have been raised throughout the Province’s public engagement on the Treaty. Progress updates on some of the projects are listed below.

Columbia Basin Agriculture

• In late fall 2020, the B.C. CRT team completed a table matching agriculture interests expressed during CRT community meetings with existing federal and provincial support programs and services, and then began contacting key regional agriculture experts in order to validate the table and to hear their recommendations regarding addressing gaps. • The B.C. CRT Team is in the process of updating the table to reflect recent new initiatives, and plans to post the table, together with a few key questions, as a discussion piece on the CRT website. A call for feedback is expected to be advertised through the Newsletter, Facebook and Twitter.

Columbia River Treaty Heritage Project

• Denise Cook Design (DCD) has been selected through the RFP process to implement the CRT Heritage project plan. DCD is the same firm that developed the May 2020 CRT Heritage project plan. Along with Denise Cook, the team consists of four Basin residents – Eden DuPont, Jennifer Dunkerson, Stephanie Fischer and Eileen Delehanty Pearkes. • DCD will provide the CRT Heritage Project Steering Committee with a detailed two-year workplan at the up-coming project kick-off meeting. The first year of the project is expected to be devoted to research and community engagement while the second year will involve creating commemorative elements and launching and supporting the touring route. • Discussions continue with Columbia Basin Trust regarding their planned contribution towards Phase 1 community commemorative projects. Phase 1 includes approximately four to five Indigenous and four 4 132

to five non-Indigenous locations of interest identified in the May 2020 CRT Heritage project plan. A virtual map of the new commemorative elements and existing CRT-related heritage elements such as signage and museums will also be developed as part of Phase 1.

Connectivity/Broadband

• An industry – cross-government working group is being formed to look at opportunities to improve deployment of cellular and broadband infrastructure as part of the Province’s focus on supporting economic recovery and getting high-speed internet to as many communities as possible as quickly as possible. The group’s terms of reference are under development. The B.C. CRT Team will be represented on the working group.

Creston Valley Dikes Management

• A February 3, 2021 meeting that included a presentation by the Pemberton Valley Dyking District was attended by six diking districts, Yaqan Nukiy, Town of Creston (mayor and staff), and Regional District of Central Kootenay (area director and staff). Following the meeting a grant application was made by the Town of Creston on behalf of the group to the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF) administered by UBCM to hire a coordinator and to undertake a risk assessment of the Creston Valley dikes. The application included letters of support from each of the other members of the group. The application period closed February 26, 2021. Responses are expected in May 2021. • An exploratory conversation has been had with Columbia Basin Trust around support for the collaborative group, in particular hiring a coordinator as this may not be eligible under CEPF. No decisions have been made yet. • Terms of Reference and Memorandum of Understanding for the group continue to be refined.

Duncan Dam Fish Passage

• BC Hydro has decided to proceed to the detailed design and installation phase to replace the fish weir at Duncan Dam. The detailed design for the project will be completed by the fall of 2021, and construction is expected to take place in the summers of 2023 and 2024. The replacement weir will improve the health of the Bull Trout population by enhancing passage for smaller Bull Trout as well as improve operational flexibility at Duncan Dam and worker safety. • Consideration is being given by the project team to include a commemorative element recognizing ‘Dutchy' Wageningen. This commemorative element would be added to the CRT Heritage project touring route.

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Valemount Air Quality Project

• In early March, the B.C. CRT Team and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy joined Valemount staff in evaluating proposals submitted for a Request for Proposals to review particulate matter data collected in Valemount (March 2013 – December 2019) along with information on local meteorological measurements, Kinbasket Reservoir levels, satellite imagery, and documented observed dust storms (e.g. photos). • Over April and May 2021, the successful proponent, Hemmera Envirochem Inc, will review the data and prepare a final report. The B.C. CRT Team and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy will join Valemount staff in reviewing the draft report. • The project is being funded through a shared cost agreement between the Village of Valemount and the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation.

Projects being monitored or on pause: Ecosystem Enhancement - Spatial Mapping Products through Selkirk College’s CRT Portal; Kinbasket Recreational Opportunities; Nakusp marina; and Grants in lieu of taxes.

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Columbia River Video Series Draft Proposal December 2, 2020

Prepared for the Columbia River Treaty Office BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation

Overview:

The Columbia River Treaty, signed in 1964, is a trans boundary agreement to reduce flood risk and optimize power generation resulting in increased shared benefits for both the US and Canada.

The creation of Treaty dams in Canada resulted in impacts to fish, riparian lands and ecosystem health on both sides of the border.

The renegotiation of the Treaty, offers a unique opportunity to educate and engage Canadians and Americans on the holistic, shared value of water as it relates to humanity and ecosystems.

Proposal:

To produce a series of video productions of approximately 20 minutes each in the next 18 months, with the first two videos completed by Spring 2021, that inform, educate and engage a wide audience to understand and appreciate the value of water, using the Columbia Basin as a learning resource.

Using water as the over arching theme, we will weave the Columbia River into each of the following topics:

• The historical role of water and the Columbia River in Indigenous culture and community; • The interconnectivity of water (Columbia River) to all life and ecosystem health; • The personal health and wellness benefits of water (Columbia River) as it relates to nourishment, recreation, spiritual well-being and artistic inspiration; • The common bond water (Columbia River) provides to Canadian and US citizens through low carbon renewable hydro energy, recreation, employment, salmon, resources, navigation and shipping, etc. • How climate change is impacting water and the importance of trans boundary agreements and shared values. What people should know and why they should care.

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This series will demonstrate water’s historical role in the culture of Basin residents with a focus on the Canadian portion of the Basin. The story will examine the connection of water with ecosystem and community health, the impact of Treaty dams and how new opportunities exist to enhance and support this connection through the renegotiation of the Treaty.

These productions will explore the differences in the scope of losses to ecosystem health in Canada and in the US; measures undertaken over the past 50 years to mitigate some of the losses especially in restoring critical fish populations and the wider future opportunities to enhance ecosystem function in Canada associated with changing operation of reservoirs where practical.

The videos will also explore how water is integral to the livelihood of both indigenous and non-indigenous residents; the spiritual and emotional values of restoring fish populations and the hope that past damage can be meaningfully reduced.

As well, the videos will focus on how the changing climate and hydrology will affect water security over the coming decades and how a thoughtful approach to adaptive management of the river can mitigate these changes and result in shared benefits on both sides of the border.

Enhancing ecosystem function throughout the Columbia Basin will not only provide a greater range of values to all residents, but also make the Basin more resilient.

The Role of Arts

All videos will explore the historical range of visual artists’ creations of the importance of water to cultures and livelihoods throughout the Basin. Art is an expression of deep emotion and can provide greater depth to the range of values people associate with water and its universal connectedness.

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Regional District of Central Kootenay

Andy Davidoff Phone: (250) 304-8233 Director of Electoral Area I Web: www.rdck.ca 1657 Highway 3A Email: [email protected] Castlegar, BC V1N 4N5 Fax: (250) 352-9300

March 19, 2021

Tammy Verigin-Burk, Executive Director Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce 1995-6th Avenue Castlegar, BC V1N 4B7

Sent Via Email: [email protected]

Dear Executive Director Burk:

RE: Support for the Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce’s ETSI-BC Grant Application for a Business Advisor

As the elected representative of the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Electoral Area I, I am pleased to support the Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce’s (“CDCC”) ETSI-BC Grant Application for a Business Advisor. The CDCC has led business recovery for the City of Castlegar and Regional District Areas I and J in partnership with the COVID-19 Business Recovery Committee (“CBRC”). As participants in the CBRC and funders of the promotional projects that have taken place thus far to support businesses through COVID-19 recovery, we understand the immense work that is still required to ensure our businesses recover from this pandemic. This grant will enable the CDCC to retain the services of a Business Advisor to network with local businesses, identify their needs, assist with referrals to available government and any other services and resources and to assist business owners in applying for government grants, inter alia. It is contemplated that the Business Advisor position will offer these services on a 1-1 basis and group manner in collaboration with the CDCC, CBRC, regional partners and team of ETSI-BC business advisors. This position will provide the much-needed support to help businesses to recover and thrive. The CDCC currently does not have a funded position to support this important work and we hope that you will consider this worthy application as it will benefit all of us in the Castlegar & District Subregion. Thank you.

Andy Davidoff

Cc: RDCK Board

MUNICIPALITIES: Cities: Castlegar, Nelson Town: Creston Villages:137 Kaslo, Nakusp, New Denver, Salmo, Silverton and Slocan ELECTORAL AREAS:  A-Wynndel/East Shore Kootenay Lake B C D E F G H-The Slocan Valley IJ-Lower Arrow/Columbia K-The Arrow Lakes

rdck.ca

Rick Smith Director of Electoral Area J

March 19, 2021

Tammy Verigin-Burk, Executive Director Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce 1955-6thAve. Castlegar,B.C. Vin 4B7

Dear Executive Director Burk,

RE: Support for the Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce’s ETSI-BC Grant Application for a Business Advisor.

As the elected representative of the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Electoral Area J, I am proud to be able to support the Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce’s ETSI-BC Grant application for a Business Advisor. The Castlegar and District Chamber of Commerce has led business recovery for the City of Castlegar and Regional District Areas I and J in partnership with the Covid-19 business recovery committee (CBRC).

As participants in the CBRC and funders of the promotional projects that have taken place thus far to support businesses through Covid-19 recovery, we understand the immense work that is still required to ensure our businesses recover from the challenging year.

The intention of this position will be to network with local business’s, identify specific business needs, and assist business owners in applying for government support and services with referral to available services for those in need.

The business advisor position will offer these services in a 1-1 and group fashion in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, CBRC, regional partners and team of ETSI business advisors.

This position will provide this much needed service and services that will ensure the businesses will not only recover but be set to thrive.

The CDCC currently does not have a funded position to support this important work and I hope that you will consider this very worthwhile application, which undoubtably will benefit all of us in the Castlegar and District Subregion.

Thank you.

Ricky C. Smith

PO Box 99, Robson, BC V0G 1X0 Phone: 250.365.7273 | Email: [email protected] | Fax: 250.352.9300 138 Cc: RDCK Board

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Director’s Report Suzan Hewat – Village of Kaslo

Report Date: 04, 05, 2021

FCM Board Meetings – March 9 - 12, 2021

I would first like to take this opportunity to thank the board for providing me with the opportunity to participate as a Committee Member again. It has been my great pleasure to represent the Kootenays alongside Director Main and to continue to advocate for rural Canadians and their unique challenges and needs. It really feels like FCM has listened and is bringing the message to the Federal Government.

March 9th

Committee of the Whole The corporate plan and financial outlook were discussed. Staff outlined the Federal engagement strategy and provided an update on programs.

BC Regional Caucus Director Main is chair of this committee. The committee received reports from the Member Relations Committee, Election Readiness Working Group, Western Economic Solutions Task Force, Governance Working Group and the Election Readiness Committee. UBCM President Brian Frenkel provided an update.

March 10th

Municipal Finance and Intergovernmental Arrangements We were provided with a report and update on the Safe Restart Agreement and the need for ongoing funding. We received a report on the partnership with Statistics Canada.

International Relations This was my first meeting as part of this committee. We heard about the impacts of COVID-19 on Local Government Development Cooperation. Staff provided reports on the International Economic Development Programs and International Governance and Social Inclusion Programs.

Networking Event We took part in a fun virtual networking event. There were several rounds of a scavenger hunt. We also had the opportunity to mix and mingle by moving from ‘table to table’ to connect with other board and members and staff.

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Rural Forum Updates were provided and committee members were able to ask questions regarding Rural Transit funding, the Stats Canada Partnership, Broadband and the Fisheries Act Prescribed Works Regulation.

Increasing Women’s Participation in Municipal Government I am pleased to be on this committee once again as I feel that the programs as so important. While I feel we are so lucky to be part of a group that is respectful of Local Government leaders regardless of gender, others may not be. The final reports were provided on the Toward Parity in Municipal Politics and the new program, Canadian Women in Local Leadership was introduced. This is going to be a 3-year project.

March 12th

Board Meeting The reports from the committee meetings from earlier in the week were discussed and the resolutions put forward were discussed and voted on. Due to the meeting going late and a prior meeting commitment, I couldn’t stay online for the entire meeting.

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March 2021 Report to council

Virtual meeting of FCM’s Board of Directors March 9-12, 2021

This document summarizes key updates from the most recent meeting of the Board of Directors and Standing Committees of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). It is designed to support board and committee members in reporting back to their local and regional councils on their progress with FCM.

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Report to Council (March 2021) Table of contents

Message from FCM’s president ...... 3

 Shaping Federal Budget 2021 ...... 4

 Committees & forums ...... 5

 Resolutions ...... 6

 Key points to share ...... 7

Governance in the COVID era: FCM’s Board of Directors meets safely online.

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Message from FCM’s president

Dear board and committee members,

Remember this week. Even though we didn’t get the opportunity to gather in person, our March board meeting showcased yet again the important work FCM’s board and committee members do every day. You delivered results. We all delivered results together.

Our meeting coincided with the one-year anniversary of the World Health Organization declaring COVID-19 a global pandemic. So we took some time to look back on just some of the critical federal investments that FCM has secured for our members through the pandemic. From up to $8.6 billion in emergency funding with the Safe Restart Agreement to the $1 billion Rapid Housing Initiative. From the $1.75 billion Universal Broadband Fund to landmark investments in public transit and rural transportation. I’m so proud of what we’ve accomplished together under incredibly difficult circumstances.

Of course, we didn’t just spend the week looking back. In our committees and forums, as well as committee-of-the- whole, we looked ahead to how FCM can continue supporting municipalities of all sizes through the pandemic, and into Canada’s recovery. We reviewed FCM’s recommendations for empowering local governments in Budget 2021, as well as our spring advocacy strategy ahead of a possible federal election. We also announced that Halifax Councillor Lindell Smith will serve as Chair of FCM’s new Standing Committee on Anti-Racism and Equity. Councillor Smith is a visionary leader who will play a central role in advancing FCM’s commitment to equity and anti-racism. And at our board meeting on Friday, we approved FCM’s 2021-2022 Corporate Plan—setting a strong foundation for the work ahead.

In this report, you’ll find key highlights of the progress we made together during the week. Please share our work with your council. Your dedication to FCM—to our members and Canadians—is appreciated. I hope to see you soon.

Sincerely,

Garth Frizzell FCM President Councillor, City of Prince George

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REPORT TO COUNCIL: FCM BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, MARCH 2021  Shaping Federal Budget 2021 All week, board and committee members discussed FCM’s recommendations and engagement strategy for the upcoming federal budget. Budget 2021 will come as municipalities continue working through pandemic challenges and ready themselves for a future recovery.

Our cities and communities are where Canadians are living out the realities of COVID-19. These are also the places where a strong national recovery will need to take root. And our message is that Budget 2021 should build on proven tools—to reliably drive progress in communities of all sizes across the country.

That’s why a key FCM recommendation is to double the Gas Tax Fund transfer to municipalities—and on March 25 the federal government announced that it will do that, for one year. This will directly empower local leaders, rural and urban, to kickstart more job-creating infrastructure projects. Because you know what’s needed most locally right now—whether it’s fixing a bridge, upgrading a recreation facility or expanding a community centre.

We’re also urging a rapid scale-up of the Rapid Housing Initiative. The RHI has been a real COVID success story. By making good use of distressed buildings, available land, and modular housing, community housing providers are on track to deliver permanent safe and affordable homes to 4,700 Canadians facing homelessness. And by building on this success, we can deliver housing to at least 24,000 more people while creating good jobs.

We are calling on our federal partners to apply a rural lens to national recovery. That means prioritizing tools, like the GTF, that directly empower rural leaders who best understand local needs. It also means optimizing other tools for rural realities—for instance, by removing the project-size threshold for disaster mitigation funding, and by specifically growing the rural and remote stream of the Reaching Home homelessness strategy.

This budget is also a key moment to address economic anxiety in western communities. FCM’s Western Economic Solutions Task Force (WEST) has advanced a suite of concrete recommendations. Together, they are designed to promote regional economic development, strengthen trade and transportation infrastructure, and support western economic diversification on the road to the federal net-zero emissions target.

As the pandemic continues, we also need to tackle remaining municipal operating budget shortfalls. That means working on a durable follow-up to the Safe Restart Agreement, and any solution will once again need to bring provinces and territories to the table as well.

ACTION ITEM: We’ve detailed FCM’s recommendations in a formal submission to the Finance Minister, and we’ll keep pressing our message through strategic touchpoints with all federal parties. We’re urging board members to take the message directly to local MPs and other stakeholders—and FCM staff will be in touch with tools to help.

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REPORT TO COUNCIL: FCM BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, MARCH 2021  Committees & forums FCM’s Board of Directors oversees various committees and forums that provide direction and insight on a wide range of issues and priorities. Highlights from the March 2021 virtual meeting include:

Community Safety and Crime Prevention: Continued Municipal Finance and Intergovernmental Arrangements: discussions on policy options to address intersecting issues of Discussed the impact of the Safe Restart Agreement and how police reform, anti-racism, mental health and drug policy. its funding helped communities keep vital services running Received a presentation on the decriminalization of simple despite financial impacts of COVID-19. Received an on the possession of illicit drugs as an approach to addressing the Legal Defense Fund and upcoming intervention at the opioid crisis and substance use disorders in communities. Supreme Court of Canada in Toronto’s appeal of Bill 5. Also Shared perspectives on the federal government’s proposed received an update on the municipal data partnership between legislation that would allow municipalities to ban handguns. FCM and Statistics Canada.

Conference Planning: Received an update from staff on Municipal Infrastructure and Transportation Policy: Discussed planning for FCM’s first-ever virtual Annual Conference, set for FCM’s pre-budget advocacy and updates on rail safety, active June 2021. Committee members emphasized the need for a transportation, infrastructure funding, and rights-of-Way. diverse and engaging program that reflects the issues facing Received an update on the announcement of a Permanent municipalities in the post-COVID landscape. They also received Transit Fund and updated FCM policy on NAV CANADA and reports on the success of 2020’s successful Sustainable passenger rail. Received an update on FCM’s Municipal Asset Communities Conference, and on the selection process for Management Program (MAMP). locations of future FCM Board Meetings. Northern and Remote Forum: Discussed Northern and remote Environmental Issues and Sustainable Development: Discussed considerations for policy and advocacy on broadband, housing FCM’s advocacy on the federal plan to plant two billion trees, and the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund. Also and on reducing plastic waste. Approved additions to FCM discussed how strategies to ensure that FCM’s federal-election climate policy, supporting the goal of achieving net-zero GHG advocacy efforts reflect priorities for Northern and remote emissions by 2050 and calling for an equity-centre and place- communities. based federal approach to climate policy. Received an update on FCM’s Green Municipal Fund, including the new Community Rural Forum: Received an update from FCM CEO Carole Saab Building Retrofit program supporting energy retrofits for on rural-focused strategies. Discussed key priorities for municipal buildings like arenas, pools or libraries. economic recovery, including broadband, infrastructure, and rural and regional bus service. Discussed feedback that should Equity and Anti-racism: Halifax Councillor Lindell Smith was be provided to the federal government on the creation of the named chair of this new committee struck in November. It will new Rural and Regional Transportation Fund. Also received a deliver an equity vision and action plan, including presentation on FCM’s continuing rural-broadband advocacy. recommendations on a training and capacity-building program. It will provide the Board with an equity lens on new policies Social-Economic Development: Discussed FCM’s federal and activities—internally and across municipalities—and with advocacy on housing affordability and homelessness—focusing systems to evaluate FCM’s anti-racism and equity work. on the Rapid Housing Initiative, market rental housing and Fundamentally, it will support this Board in becoming a rural housing. Received an external presentation on housing in Canadian leader in anti-racism at the municipal level. non-metropolitan Canada and an update on the First Nations– Community Economic Development Initiative. International Relations: Received guests from international organizations who shared insights on global trends and Women’s Participation in Municipal Government: Heard from impacts on municipal international cooperation. Discussed the beneficiaries of Toward Parity in Municipal Politics vision and opportunities for international program demonstration projects, including Nanaimo (BC), Region of development and growth. Governance representatives Muskoka (ON), and Yellowhead County (AB). Discussed the presented updates on program activities, with particular vision for FCM’s newest program that will aim to increase attention to the Partnership for Local Economic Development political empowerment of women in municipal leadership. and Democratic Governance (PLEDDG) in Ukraine that comes Highlighted results of the FCM’s Women in Local Government to a close in April 2021. Scholarships and Awards and municipal contributions to the UN Commission on the Status of Women meetings in March.

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REPORT TO COUNCIL: FCM BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, MARCH 2021  Resolutions FCM members submit resolutions for the Board’s consideration on subjects of national municipal interest. Our process recognizes diverse voices while providing a focus for building a united municipal voice to drive concrete action. Resolutions considered at our March 2021 meeting include:

Preventing Accidental 9-1-1 Calls on Personal Devices: Expanding the Rural and Remote Stream of the This resolution calls on FCM to urge the federal Reaching Home Program: This resolution calls for an government to reduce the impact that pocket-dialed and increased federal commitment to alleviate rural dropped 9-1-1 calls are having on municipal resources— homelessness by strengthening data gathering and by requiring carriers to educate consumers on funding specific to rural and remote areas. It also argues preventing accidental calls, and by working with the that resources required to adequately respond to Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association to current levels of homelessness in rural and remote develop a strategy to mitigate municipal impacts. The communities are considered insufficient relative to Board approved this resolution for consideration at overall need. The Board approved this resolution for FCM’s 2021 Annual Conference. consideration at FCM’s 2021 Annual Conference.

Strengthening Canada’s Hate Speech Laws: This

resolution calls on FCM to advocate for the federal government to address hate speech in two major ways: through legislation that clarifies and strengthens the definition of hate speech, and through engagement with all orders of government to address the root causes of hate speech. The Board approved this resolution for consideration at FCM’s 2021 Annual Conference.

FCM resolutions database: fcm.ca/fcm-resolutions

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REPORT TO COUNCIL: FCM BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, MARCH 2021  Key points to share

• FCM’s member-elected Board of Directors • FCM’s Rural Forum discussed recovery met this March 9-12. The meeting was priorities—in Budget 2021 and beyond. originally set for Prince George, BC, but we Those include a scaled-up Gas Tax Fund continue to meet safely online amid the allocation for local infrastructure—as well as COVID-19 pandemic. FCM unites 2,000 decisive federal follow-through on municipalities of all sizes at the national commitments to rural broadband level, representing more than 90 percent of infrastructure and rural/regional bus services all Canadians. (through national transit investments).

• We assessed progress that FCM has secured • FCM’s committees and forums studies and for members amid COVID. That includes recommended action on a wide range of $8.6B in emergency operating funding and priorities—from rural & northern issues the $1B Rapid Housing Initiative for through community safety, environmental vulnerable residents. Looking to recovery, issues, women’s participation, international we’ve secured a $1.75B Universal relations, infrastructure, municipal finance Broadband Fund, plus major public transit and social-economic development. Halifax funding for municipalities of all sizes. Councillor Lindell Smith was named chair of the new Standing Committee on Anti-Racism • The upcoming federal budget was a major and Equity. theme all week. FCM has put forward recommendations to empower • Board members considered resolutions calling municipalities of all sizes to continue for federal action on key priorities. Those protecting Canadians through the include mitigating municipal impacts of pandemic—while gearing up to drive a accidental 9-1-1 calls; strengthening Canada’s strong post-COVID recovery. hate speech laws; and expanding the rural and remote stream of the Reaching Home • FCM’s budget recommendations build on homelessness strategy. The Board approved proven municipal funding tools. Those these resolutions for consideration at FCM’s include doubling the Gas Tax Fund transfer 2021 Annual Conference. for three years as a Municipal Economic Recovery Fund; and scaling up the federal- • Board members approved FCM’s 2021-22 community Rapid Housing Initiative to Corporate Plan (presented by CEO Carole deliver permanent housing to more Saab)—laying a foundation for the vital year Canadians who are experiencing chronic ahead. They also received substantial updates homelessness. on the FCM’s financial strength, and on organizational initiatives, including FCM’s commitment to anti-racism and equity.

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Director’s Report Leah Main – Village of Silverton

Report Date: March 29, 2021

FCM Board of Directors Meeting

March 7-13, Director Hewatt and I attended the Virtual March Board & Committees Week meetings.  Election Readiness: In anticipation of a potential early Federal Election, we continue our robust advocacy through targeted meetings with individual Party Leaders, Ministers, MPs, and Caucuses, to reinforce the case for long-term, predictable funding for local governments; for inclusion at the planning and design tables for new programs; for a more active nation building partnership role  Finance & Audit Committee: Despite the challenges of the last year, we anticipate a close-to-break even year  Conference Planning: In the foreseeable future, all events will continue to be Virtual. Pricing around virtual events continues to evolve. Based on analysis of fees charged by other PTAs and similar organizations, for the 2021 AGM and Conference fees will be set at 75% of the early bird in-person 2020 fee, with a one month fully early bird fee of 67%, to encourage registration. For 2021, Conference fees will be: Early Bird – $600, $Regular - $670

The Conference will have a full Program, including shorter interactive workshops, Keynote Speakers, motivational speakers and sessions on: Affordable housing. Rural economic growth, Anti-racism and equity, Connecting remote communities, Climate resilience, FCM’s tools for local recovery, Cybersecurity, Smart Cities, Agriculture and rural strength

Election of Officers and Directors for 2021-22 will take place “at” the Conference, and all eligible Delegates will be automatically registered to vote.

Full information is available at: https://fcm.ca/en/events-training/conferences/annual-conference-and-trade- show-2021

I urge you to register and attend.

 Rural Forum: In-depth discussion around FCM-StatsCan partnership to address Rural Data Needs; ongoing Broadband advocacy (details available upon request); Fisheries Act Prescribed Works Regulation (recommending to allow exemption of routine and low-risk municipal infrastructure projects from federal oversight  I also attended: BC Caucus, Committee of the Whole, Environmental Issues and Sustainable Development, Increasing Women’s Participation in Municipal Government, Municipal Infrastructure and Transportation, Member Relations Committee, Governance Working Group, and Executive Committee

For more information [email protected] | 250.352.6665 | 1.800.268.7325 (BC) | or visit rdck.ca 150 355 West Queens Road Mayor Mike Little North Vancouver BC Phone: 604 990 2208 V7N 4N5 Cell/Text: 604 209 3971 [email protected] www.dnv.org NORTH VANCOUVER DISTRICT

March 4, 2021 File:

Dear UBCM Members:

Re: Help Cities Lead (HCL) Campaign

The District of North Vancouver is sending this letter to you requesting support of the Help Cities Lead (HCL) campaign.

At its regular meeting of February 22, 2021 , the District of North Vancouver Council passed the following resolution:

THAT Council support the Help Cities Lead initiative by writing letters to Ministers Heyman (Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy), Osborne (Minister of Municipal Affairs), Ralston (Ministry of Energy, Mines, and Low Carbon Innovation), Eby (Attorney General and Minister Responsible for Housing), and Robinson (Minister of Finance) requesting five policy actions which would empower the District ·of North Vancouver to help align building policy with Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) science to achieve our climate targets;

AND THAT Council send a letter Metro Vancouver Regional District asking Metro Vancouver to also support the initiative;

AND THAT Council send a letter to all BC Local Governments asking them to support the initiative.

Please find a copy of the letter sent to the ministers attached for your information and consideration.

~ Mike Little Mayor

Enclosure

151 355 West Queens Road Mayor Mike Little North Vancouver BC Phone: 604 990 2208 V7N 4N5 Cell/Text: 604 209 3971 [email protected] www.dnv.org NORTH VANCOUVER DISTRICT

March 3, 2021 File:

The Honourable Minister George Heyman Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy

The Honourable Josie Osborne Minister of Municipal Affairs

The Honourable Bruce Ralston Minister of Energy, Mines, and Low Carbon Innovation

The Honourable David Eby Attorney General and Minister responsible for Housing

The Honourable Selina Robinson Minister of Finance

Dear Ministers:

Re: Help Cities Lead (HCL} Campaign

The District of North Vancouver is sending this letter to you as an endorsement of the Help Cities Lead (HCL) campaign.

As you are aware, municipalities are on the front lines of climate change dealing with the impacts of floods, droughts, forest fires, heat waves, etc. We directly influence about half of Canada's energy use and emissions. The success of the province in achieving deep emissions reductions from the building sector is directly connected to the success of local governments in achieving their own targets. While municipalities have shown strong climate leadership, expanded regulatory authority is needed for taking bolder steps to achieving our climate targets.

HCL is an education and awareness campaign focused on accelerating building decarbonization through collaboration between the Province of British Columbia and local governments. The group is led by Climate Caucus and supported by local governments and environmental NGO's.

Why buildings? Emissions from buildings account for about 11 % of the province's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and for municipalities, GHG emissions from existing buildings account for 40-60% of community emissions. A number of BC local governments have made climate emergency declarations and set ambitious targets to significantly reduce GHG emissions from buildings over the next 1O years. However, local governments are largely limited to information

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campaigns and incentives for pursuing these ambitious reduction targets. Recent climate policy modelling shows that on their own, these policy tools are insufficient to achieve broad and deep energy and GHG reductions given limited budgets.

HCL campaign recommends a suite of expanded authorities for local governments that will enable communities to take bolder action on reducing GHG emissions from new and existing buildings:

• Property assessed clean energy (PACE) financing

• Mandatory home energy labelling

• Regulating GHG emissions for new buildings

• Regulating GHG emissions for existing buildings

• Mandatory building energy benchmarking and reporting

We are pleased to see that the November 2020 mandate letters to the Ministers of Municipal Affairs and Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Infrastructure support the implementation of PACE financing. We also note that the mandate letter for the Minister of Finance supports home energy labelling. Finally we pleased to see that the mandate letter to the Attorney-General and Minister Responsible for Housing includes support for regulation of GHG emission of new buildings.

We support the directions set out in these new mandate letters regarding PACE financing, home energy labelling, and GHG requirements for new buildings and request that the province empower local governments to opt to take action, if they so choose, on the two remaining items of the Help Cities Lead's campaign, namely GHG requirements for existing buildings and building energy benchmarking. Additional information about each of the initiatives can be found at https://www.helpcitieslead.ca/

It is our hope that you would consider meeting with a delegation from Help Cities Lead for further discussion on these initiatives.

Sincerely, ~ ~eL;;- Mayor

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THE CITY OF VICTORIA OFFICE OF TIIE MAyOR

March 1 ( ), 202 1

Dear Colleagues.

On behalf of Victoria Cit\' Council. I am writin£ toda\' to inform \'ou that Council has voted to endorse the Help Cities Lead campaign and to request that your cit)' consider doing the same Enlist\it)ns from buildings account for about 1 Icth of the province-s GHG emissions. This is the third highest source of GHG emissions in BC-after rodd transportation (27.1 qa) and the oil and gas sectol ( 17.6%). For municipalities. GHG emissions from existing buildings account for 40-60% of colnmunity emissions. In Victoria. this number is around 50% c)four community GHG inventor\'.

In British Columbia, the regulation of buildings typicaljy occurs at the provincial level. For the past t\\ o decades British Columbia has been at the forefront of action and policies taken in Canada to reduce energy use and GHG emissions from buildings. The 2018 CleanBC' Plan moved the province further in this direction n’itIl ke) commitments for the building sector such as a net-zero energ) building standard by 2032. a building upgrade standard by 2024. and exploring building energ) labelling options.

A number of local governments. including Victoria. are keen to take even bolder action. and have set ambitious targets of our o\\ n to sjgnificantjy reduceGHG emissionsfrom buildings over the next 1O years in aljgnment \\-ith climate emergency declarations. The success of the Province in achieving dccp emissions reductions from the building sector are directIY connected to the successof local governments to achieve their own targets because most buildings are situated within these communities. However. tools currently available to local governments to pursue these ambitious reduction targets are largely limited to information campaigns and incentives. Although helpful. on their own thesetools are insufficient to achieve broad and deep energy and GHG reductions given limited budgets.

Help Cities Lead (helpcitieslead.ca) is an education and an-areness campaign working to build support for more focused collaboration between the Province of British Columbia and local governnrentson building climate polic\'.

The campaign project team identifies five regulatory measures \\ here additional authority would be instrumental for municipalities in accelerating climate action:

I . Regulating GHG emissions for new buildings – the BC Encrgy Step Code onIY reguldtesenerg) cfncicncy in new buildings. Leading local governmentswould also like the ability to regulate GHG emissions from new buildings.

2. N'ldndatoryhome energy labelling - in Canadaand British Columbia. legislation requires energ}’ labelling for a broad range of consumer products including motor vehicles. furnaces. u indo\\ s. lightbulbs. and kitchen appliances. However, there are no labeling requirements for the single largest purchase a given Canadian is likel\' to make–their home.

1 Centennial Square Victoria British Columbia Canada V8W I P6 Felephone (250 ) 361-0200 Fax ( 25 o ) 361-0348 Email [email protected] \V \V \\[ , \r154 1C t or 1 a , C a 3. Property assessedclean energy (PACE) financing - programsallow' property owners to finance the up-front cost of building energy efnciencv upgrades–such as more eftlcient heatingsystcnls. Ol \\ i11tJo\\s–b)' pa)’ing the costs back over time via a voluntary property tax assessment. The assessmentis attached to the propeR\'. not an individual; if. and when. the property is sold. the tlnancing carries on \\ ith the ne\\' ou'ner.

+. Regulating GI IG emissions thr existing buildings – this u'ould include the development of a ne\\ rcgLllation that \\ ould sct greenhouse gas emissions targets from existing buildings.

5 . \'landatL>ry building energy benchmarking and reporting - Energy benchmarking is the process ot collccting and monitorine energv data from a large number of buildings over time so that go\ crnmcnts and the private sector can compare the performance of any one pallicipating building against similar propellics.

Direction to implement the first three of these measures– enabling local governments to regulate GI1(1 emissions for new buildings. home energy labelling. and PACE financing – were included in the lninistcrial mandate letters issued in November 2020. Help Cities Lead encourages the Province to move as quickly as possible and in close consultation with local governments to develop and inlplement these measures.

ltelp Cities Lead would also like the Province to enable local governments to choose. when ready. to opt into the remaining t\\o measuresnot addressedbY the mandateletters – namely. regulating GIIG emissions for existing buildings and building energy benchmarking and reporting.

The suite of initiatives is intendedto colnplilnent what the provincial governmentand utilities are already doing in this area and help to la\' the groundu'ork for eventual province-\\-ide adoption of these measures.

These actions \\'ould let municipalities. ready to take bolder action on climate, lead the way in regulating emissions in buildings. This would provide a template for action for other jurisdictions and e\ cn for provincial regulation in the future. As such. \ve are requesting that your city consider endorsing the Help Cities [.cad canrpaign and that } ou communicatethis suppoll directl\ to the Province by \\-riting to the heIr)\\' Ministers:

• Minister of Environment and Climate Chance Strategy. ENV.Minister'd"gov .bc.ca • Minister of Municipal Affairs, [email protected] • Minister of Energy. Mines. and Lo tv-Carbon Innovation. EMPR.Ministerra>gov.bc.ca

• M in ister of Finance. FIN.Minister'£jgov.bc .ca @ Attorney General and Minister resp-onsiblefor Housing. AG.Minister(d:gov.bc.ca

Fhank \ ou for your time and consideration. Pleasedo not hesitate to reach out should you have an) questions regarding this letter.

Victoria Md vor

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155 Columbia Wireless Inc

Box 269, Nelson, B.C. V1L 5P9 Phone: (250) 505 4041 Fax: (250) 448 6340 [email protected] www.columbiawireless.ca

March 22/2021

Re: Columbia Wireless Fiber Optics Upgrade Project Proposal

To whom it may concern:

Columbia Wireless Inc is a family owned and operated high speed Internet service provider. We provide service to most of the residences and businesses up the Slocan Valley. To be able to provide faster and more reliable services, we are looking to build a fiber optic backbone connection to link up one of our main towers up the Slocan Valley which will benefit all of the residences and businesses up the Slocan Valley. The requirements for this kind of installation is somewhere close to the main fiber optic lines which currently run up the main Highway and the location also has to be close to our main Passmore tower. The best location to do this installation happens to be the Passmore Fire Hall because it fits all of these requirements!

We have been working on the best solution which would fit both Columbia Wireless and the Passmore Fire Hall’s interest. We propose the following installation at the Passmore Fire Hall:

- Columbia Wireless installs a new metal electronics box to house all of our radio repeater equipment in to the outside of the Passmore Firehall building. (See attached photo 1) We have a red outline for the suggested box location on the back side of the Passmore Fire Hall building however we are very flexible as to where exactly we mount this box. - Columbia Wireless sets a small 2 foot by 2 foot by 4 foot metal box on the ground near the new electronics box to house our backup battery bank which will power our equipment fully for at least 3 days of no AC power. (See attached photo 1) - We will have Telus install a fiber optic line from their telephone poles beside the highway and run it directly to our new outdoor electronics box. (See attached photo 2) - Columbia Wireless replaces the small grey dish on the Passmore Firehall tower with a new updated model. (See attached photo 2) This dish operates in the 24GHz frequency range which is very far away from your VHF frequencies which are around 130MHz so we will not cause any interference to your VHF radio repeater communications. - Columbia Wireless installs a new separate power meter to the side of our new electronics box so that we are completely separate from the Passmore Fire Hall power supply.

We have all contractors lined up to complete this project within 1 month after your approval.

We don’t just go the last mile, we provide the whole trip! 156 Columbia Wireless Inc

Box 269, Nelson, B.C. V1L 5P9 Phone: (250) 505 4041 Fax: (250) 448 6340 [email protected] www.columbiawireless.ca

After our proposed new installation is completed:

- Columbia Wireless will be able to provide much faster speeds and reliability to the entire slocan valley which will also benefit everyone during the work from home COVID conditions. - Columbia Wireless will provide faster Internet speeds to the Fire Hall and it will allow us to provide digital radio repeater uplinks between your other Fire Halls when the time comes to upgrade your existing VHF repeater system!

This fiber optic installation in no way inhibits, prevents or interferes with the proposed CBBC fiber optic line installation. In fact the project we are proposing to build is primarily so that we can provider faster speeds right away to the whole Slocan Valley rather than waiting until the CBBC fiber optics line is installed. (The CBBC fiber build project has been delayed for about 3 more years) This means that once the CBBC fiber optic line is installed, we will uninstall our equipment from your building and move to their newly installed shack and tower just outside your fenced complex.

Sincerely,

Ben Leslie Columbia Wireless CEO

We don’t just go the last mile, we provide the whole trip! 157 Columbia Wireless Inc

Box 269, Nelson, B.C. V1L 5P9 Phone: (250) 505 4041 Fax: (250) 448 6340 [email protected] www.columbiawireless.ca

We don’t just go the last mile, we provide the whole trip! 158 Columbia Wireless Inc

Box 269, Nelson, B.C. V1L 5P9 Phone: (250) 505 4041 Fax: (250) 448 6340 [email protected] www.columbiawireless.ca

We don’t just go the last mile, we provide the whole trip! 159 Columbia Wireless Inc

Box 269, Nelson, B.C. V1L 5P9 Phone: (250) 505 4041 Fax: (250) 448 6340 [email protected] www.columbiawireless.ca

We don’t just go the last mile, we provide the whole trip! 160 JOIN Nest Lab 2021

161 Collaborative community action on climate change in Nelson

Climate change is a complex and systemic challenge. The health of our community, ecosystems and economy depend on how we respond to it.

Over the past year, a never-before-seen increase in concern and investment to address the issue of climate change has occurred. At the same time, our society has faced massive disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in challenges to our economic and community health. This confuence of crises has created momentum to more ambitiously and creatively explore solutions to the many challenges that confront our communities. Nest Lab is a place for Nelson’s innovators and infuencers to work together to build on this momentum and advance near-term implementable solutions around this question:

How might we harness Nelson’s collective resources and creativity to build our economic and community health through solutions to climate change?

Why a “collaborative lab”? Examples of signifcant opportunities Complex and dynamic challenges, like those that we may explore further include: dealing with climate, energy and economy, Smart & Active Transportation: can’t be addressed by any single person or Sparking economic activity through organization. They require working across enabling active, safe and low-emission sectors with many diverse actors with transportation infrastructure. diferent viewpoints. Efcient Buildings: Enabling signifcant Nest Lab is rooted in a trust that our uptake of energy efciency retrofts with community members can and will efectively programs accessible to people with less engage on the intersection of climate, energy means and beneft local contractors. and economy to develop new solutions that align with our shared values and interests. Food Security: Creating community cohesion and resilience by removing Learn more about collaborative labs with barriers to the implementation of urban our one-page PDF primer. agriculture and regional food initiatives.

This sort of approach brings diverse people and perspectives together to creatively examine and work collaboratively to solve an important challenge. – Gerald Cordeiro, Forest162 Development Manager at Kalesnikof and Nest Lab Participant How Nest Lab works Convene Nelson community members Throughout 2021, we will convene a diverse group of Nelson community members to explore local issues and prioritised solutions through a series of dynamic and interactive workshops.

Tackle complex problems The challenge of economic and community health and climate change is complex and dynamic. Together we will apply systems thinking and practice working in complexity.

Design & test prototypes together Together we create and test simple experimental models for local solutions. We can then refne or change direction before a solution is fully designed or adopted.

Inspire community solutions & actions The impact of the lab will go beyond just those participating in the lab. We want other community members to be inspired and work together on local solutions.

Phase I – Spring 2020 A frst phase of the Nest Lab took place in the spring of 2020. Through a series of engagements (conducted online due to COVID-19), the 15 participants explored local climate change issues and solutions and were given the opportunity to gain insights, challenge perceptions and increase climate action awareness. Overwhelmingly, the participants recognized that to make meaningful progress on real world challenges associated with climate change, collaboration on community-oriented actions is crucial. Four prototype projects helped the participants learn more about the complex system in which they are operating and how to further develop their ideas and test their assumptions about what will have an impact on climate action in Nelson. The Nest Lab directly informed the development of the City of Nelson’s Climate Change Community Action Plan, Nelson Next, and will continue to play a role in its implementation. 163 Join Phase II We are inviting you to join the How to apply? second phase of the Nest Lab. We are looking for 24 - 30 diverse community members to work together on loca ideas and Participation in the Nest Lab is an opportunity solutions that will address the dual challenge to work together with others on solutions for of climate change and economic resilience. Nelson. It is a safe space to build collaborative capacities, explore ideas, share experiences Apply online: NestLabNelson.ca and create the future we want. Applications will close on April 30, 2021 and applicants will be notifed in mid May. Why participate? For questions you may have please refer to 1. Access knowledge, funding and resources our website or send us an email to info@ to develop your personal, professional NestLabNelson.ca. or organization’s ideas for collaborative solutions. Selection Criteria 2. Develop skills and knowledge to more Applicants need to show a commitment to be efectively take action with others. able to fully participate: 3. Connect with and be part of a supportive 1. Be proactive in working with others to community of change makers. seek collaborative climate solutions. Questions? 2. Attend all Nest Lab online and in-person sessions, including brief activities between Join us for a short online information session workshops (see timeline on the next page). about Nest Lab and social innovation, with a Q&A on one of the following dates: 3. Meeting and organizing outside of Nest Lab sessions on collaborative ideas. 4. Be open to exploring how to work in Info Session 1 complexity. April 7, 2021 – 4:30-5:15pm 5. Contribute to occasional evaluation surveys and interviews. Register Online 6. Openness to sharing learnings and your story as part of the Nest Lab to your Info Session 2 networks.

April 19, 2021 – 12-12:45pmm The selection committee will also give consideration to ensuring that a range of Register Online perspectives, skills sets and experiences are represented in the cohort.

While the weight of addressing climate change can feel overwhelming, the Nest Lab showed that by harnessing the knowledge, skillsets and passions of a diverse group of people, we can start to create real, tangible solutions that also strengthen connection and community. – Michele Deluca, Lead Designer at 3West Building Energy Consultants and Nest Lab Participant 164 JANUARY Nest Lab’s 2021 April 7 2021 timeline Info Session 1 April 19 Info Session 2 Nest Lab will include several (45 min online) (45 min online) engagements, initially online April 30 and then in-person (when safe) Successful applicants Application Deadline throughout the spring, summer notifed by mid May and fall. The proposed engagement Learning Journey 1: Participant Interviews dates are subject to change. Simple Photo Essay (15 min)

June 10 Orientation Workshop 10am to 12pm

June 16 June 17 Narratives Mapping Nelson Next 10am to 12:30pm 10am to 12:30pm

Learning Journey 2: “Online Asset Map Café”

June 23 June 24 Asset Mapping Collaborative Ideas 10am to 12:30pm 10am to 12:30pm

August 19 Initiative Support September 15/16 10am to 12:30pm 2 Day Accelerator Workshop (in-person if safe)

Testing & Collaborating October 14 Small groups test and Nest Lab Pitch Night refne collaborative ideas (2hrs, in-person if safe) in the real world

Novermber Prototype Check-in and [email protected] Progress Update Workshop (2hrs) nestlabnelson.ca

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Lardeau Valley Power Assessment

Prepared for: Prepared by:

Lardeau Valley Opportunity Links Society

and

Date: March 4, 2021 Issue: Final

RPE Project #: 20342 PBX Project #: 20174-01

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Table of Contents

Table of Figures………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. page 3 Index of Tables……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. page 3 Definitions………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. page 3 Executive Summary………………………………………………………………………………………………………… page 4

1 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. page 5 2 Scope……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. page 7

Part 1

3.1 Public Engagement…………………………………..………………………………………………………… page 8 3.2 Survey………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… page 9 3.3 Being Prepared …………………………………………………………………………………………………. page 10 3.3.1 Online Resources……………………………………………………………………… page 10 3.3.2 Community Self Sufficiency……………………………………………………… page 11 3.4 Conclusion for Part 1………………………………………………………………………………………… page 12

Part 2

4.1 Existing Power Systems in the Lardeau Valley……………………………………………………. page 13 4.1.1 Utility Supplied Power……………………………………………..………………. page 13 4.1.2 Alternate Power Sources………………………………………………………….. page 15 4.1.3 Power Stability…………………………………………………………………………. page 15 4.2 Options for Reducing Power Outages………………………………………………………………… page 18 4.2.1 Potential System Improvements by BC Hydro………………………….. page 18 4.2.2 Microgrids………………………………………………………………………………… page 19 4.2.3 Building Scale Backup Power……………………………………………………. page 23 4.2.4 Options Summary…………………………………………………………………….. page 28 4.3 Conclusion, Recommendations and Next Steps for Part 2……………………………………. Page 29 4.3.1 Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………….. page 29 4.3.2 Recommendations…………………………………………………………………… page 29 4.3.3 Next Steps……………………………………………………………………………….. page 30 4.4 References………………………………………………………………………………………………………… page 31

Appendix A Survey………………………………………………………………………………………………….. A-1 Appendix B Preparedness Publications…………………………………………………………………… B-1 Appendix C BC Hydro Response……………………………………………………………………………… C-1 Appendix D Fortis BC Reliability Study…………………………………………………………………….. D-1 Appendix E Sample Product Specification Sheets…………………………………………………… E-1

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Table of Figures Figure 1.1: View looking south down the Lardeau Valley ...... 6 Figure 4.1: Map showing the extents of BC Hydro's distribution in Lardeau Valley...... 13 Figure 4.2: FortisBC Service Area Map [1] ...... 14 Figure 4.3: FortisBC and BC Hydro Interconnection ...... 14 Figure 4.4: Locations of Outages in Lardeau Valley, 2019 through 2020 ...... 16 Figure 4.5: Example of a Typical Microgrid Configuration [4]...... 19 Figure 4.6: Solar Panels Installed on a Roof ...... 21 Figure 4.7: GE Reservoir utility scale batteries ...... 22 Figure 4.8: Gridmaster Microgrid Controller ...... 22 Figure 4.9: Generac Home Backup Generator (left) and ATS (right) ...... 25 Figure 4.10: Critical Load Backup System ...... 26 Figure 4.11: Critical Load Battery Backup System ...... 27

Index of Tables Table 1-1: Population of Communities in the Lardeau Valley ...... 6 Table 2-1: Scope of Assessment ...... 7 Table 4-1: Average Frequency and Duration of Outages ...... 15 Table 4-2: Typical Household Electrical Loads ...... 24 Table 4-3: Typical Critical Household Loads ...... 25 Table 4-4: Critical Loads for Battery Backup ...... 27 Table 4-5: Summary of Options for all Options ...... 28

Definitions

The following abbreviations are used throughout this report:

Abbreviation Definition ATS Automatic Transfer Switch BCH BC Hydro BCUC BC Utilities Commission CAIDI Customer Average Interruption Duration Index DER Distributed Energy Resource IPP Independent Power Producer PV Photovoltaic RDCK Regional District of Central Kootenay SAIFI System Average Interruption Frequency Index V Volts VPP Virtual Power Plant

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Lardeau Valley comprises the wide flood plain valley of the Lardeau River at the north end of Kootenay Lake, as well as the communities on either side of Kootenay Lake as far south as Lardeau and Johnson’s Landing. The area, which is served by a single radial BC Hydro distribution line via the FortisBC electrical service area, is prone to frequent and extended power outages with reliability below the expectations for a modern power system.

There are several options to improve the power system stability in this region with varying levels of complexity and cost. The first would be to work with BC Hydro to improve the reliability of the existing system. This could involve increased vegetation clearance, improving response times, adding a redundant line, or rerouting the distribution line either underground or underwater. It would be up to BC Hydro whether any of these options were implemented, and generally they could be done in conjunction with the other options mentioned below.

The next solution involves creating a microgrid or virtual power plant (VPP) in the region for backup power and providing the infrastructure to island the region from the main grid during an outage. This system would consist of energy storage and generation facilities as well as a central controller. This could be done either as a single system encompassing the entire valley, or as a series of discrete sub-systems for each of the community centres in the valley, with line segmenting between. This type of system would be quite expensive, and a more in-depth study would be required to determine the feasibility and optimal design. The advantages of this option, however, are both the minimal environmental footprint, as well as the possibility of providing a revenue stream for the region.

The last option would be to provide discrete backup power for each residence and business in the valley, which might be feasible because of the low population in the valley. This backup power could take the form of a diesel or propane generator or could use battery storage either alone or in combination with alternative energy generation. Additionally, these power systems could be sized either to back up an entire house, or else a limited number of circuits for critical loads such as well pump, food storage and lights.

Given the available options, it is recommended that backup generators, providing power for a limited number of circuits, is the most practical solution. Additionally, it is recommended that a more in-depth study be undertaken to determine the feasibility of installing community scale micro-grids in each of the centres in the valley.

The authors from both Rocky Point Engineering and PBX Engineering would like to take this opportunity to thank the following:

Nichol Ward for all the assistance and help she provided in carrying out this assessment. Robert Watters, Don Scarlett and Bob Gazzard for providing peer reviews for the draft report. BC Hydro and FortisBC for their input.

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1 INTRODUCTION

Back in March of 2020, the Nelson office of Rocky Point Engineering (RPE) was approached by the Lardeau Valley Opportunity Links Society (via the Columbia Basin Trust) to discuss the possibility of carrying out an assessment of mitigation options regarding interrupted power service in the remote area comprised of the following communities: 1) Cooper Creek 2) Meadow Creek 3) Argenta 4) Johnson Landing and 5) Howser

Though primarily a mechanical engineering firm, over the years RPE has carried out numerous building energy audits for municipalities and First Nation groups throughout the Kootenay region and we are very familiar with building energy delivery, usage and efficient building system design. Nonetheless, since this particular Lardeau Valley assessment involved primarily an electrical distribution assessment, we decided to team up with PBX Engineering out of Vancouver/Victoria. PBX is a consulting firm that specializes in electrical systems engineering for infrastructure projects. By working with PBX, our team was able to provide local service (via RPE’s Nelson office) together with the technical expertise of PBX.

In carrying out and providing this assessment, RPE acted as the prime consultant, dealing directly with the user group and the local residents, while PBX provided the technical expertise. As such, this assessment is presented in 2 parts. 1) Part 1, provided by RPE, covers the more non-technical issues including: a. Public engagement b. The survey c. Being prepared 2) Part 2, provided by PBX, covers the technical aspects of the assessment including: a. Identify alternative energy opportunities and b. Prepare analysis of reasonability

The Lardeau Valley is located at the north end of Kootenay Lake and includes the communities of Lardeau, Cooper Creek, Meadow Creek, Howser, Argenta and Johnson’s Landing. There is also a portion of the population that lives along the highways that interconnect these centres. Geographically, the area comprises the wide flood plain valley at the top of Kootenay Lake, as well as both sides of the north end of the lake.

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Figure 1.1: View looking south down the Lardeau Valley

The Lardeau Valley has a relatively low population density, with small spread-out community centres. Table 1-1 shows the approximate population of the communities in the valley in 2016:

Table 1-1: Population of Communities in the Lardeau Valley COMMUNITY NUMBER OF APPROX. DWELLING POPULATION Argenta 78 109 Johnson’s Landing 42 59 Meadow Creek 92 129 Cooper Creek 84 118 Lardeau 50 70 Total 346 485

The above data was provided by the RDCK. Smaller communities in the valley such as Howser, as well as any residents that live outside of the community centres are assumed to be included in the above totals.

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2 SCOPE

The scope of this assessment, as outlined in the RFP is:

Table 2-1: Scope of Assessment ITEM DELIVERABLE DELIVERED BY 1 Engage with local community members on each of the deliverables below, and work in RPE collaboration with Regional District. 2 Identify local impacts of power outages through direct resident engagement, and RPE compile data of same. Summarize any existing data and identify and fill any data gaps. Identify key trends and issues related to impacts and strategies to address same. 3 Identify specific community coordination actions to ensure essential supplies and RPE services are available in the event of a power outage. Identify what proactive actions could be taken at an individual resident level, by businesses and community organizations and what actions could be taken at a community-wide level. 4 Identify alternative energy opportunities that may address impacts of local power PBX outages. These may include not are not limited to mobile diesel generation to provide power “on demand” to community sites, back-up generators at community sites, solar arrays at community sites, other forms of power generation, etc. 5 Prepare analysis of reasonability of each of the above opportunities, including a high- PBX level cost estimate, return on investment, estimated timeline to implement, any key barriers, and any available funding sources.

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3 PART 1

3.1 Public Engagement

A critical component in the preparation of this power service assessment, was to engage with the local public. Though the delivery of power is purely a technical issue, how the delivery of this power affects the local public is critical because it is this local affect that is driving this assessment. Due to the geography of the region, being made up of small outlying communities (Meadow Creek, Argenta, Cooper Creek, Johnson Landing and Howser) it was not possible to hold a single event where all local residents could attend. To that end, a survey was developed, that was then made available to local residents via several different avenues, that they could fill out and provide their direct input.

1) The initial approach that was planned to be able to directly engage with local residents was via the Meadow Creek fall fair. Unfortunately, with the Covid19 situation, this fair was cancelled and this approach could not be implemented. 2) Subsequent to this Meadow Creek fall fair, the Argenta fall fair was held on September 19th 2020 and a booth was arranged for. Mirko Slivar of RPE attended the booth during the entire day to talk with and engage with fair participants regarding the power service in the Lardeau Valley. In addition to talking with local residents, the survey was presented to fair participants with encouragement to fill it out and provide more detailed input. There were 10 surveys filled out during this fair. 3) Also, at the Argenta fall fair, blank surveys were provided to Nichol Ward and she in turn distributed these to various local locations whereby local residents could pick up the surveys, fill them out, and then return the completed surveys to. There were 5 surveys filled out using this method. 4) Also, during this time, the survey was made available online for residents to fill out. This method was promoted locally via the Lardeau Valley Links Society community website. RPE set up a temporary, especially designated webmail address ([email protected]) where residents could easily submit their completed surveys. There were 11 surveys filled out using this method. 5) And lastly, Mirko Slivar had the opportunity to briefly discuss the power service situation with a few local Johnson Landing residents while he was attending a field review of the Johnson Landing community hall on an unrelated project.

As previously mentioned, given the geography and the Covid19 situation, we feel that the above methods where the best available to reach local residents for their engagement. Out of an approximate 346 households, there were a total of 26 surveys submitted. This works out to a participation rate of 7.5% of households.

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3.2 Survey

In developing the survey, RPE worked closely with the Lardeau Valley Links Society and indirectly with the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK). PBX also provided input to ensure specific questions were asked to assist in their technical review.

See Appendix A – Survey for copies of each individual survey submitted as well as a survey summary sheet.

Some of the key findings of the survey are as follows;

1) 71% of the respondents were households, 26% were businesses and 3% were community organizations. 2) The major affects of power outages, in order of identified interruptions were; pump water, work interruptions, cook meals and run a business. 3) 79% indicated that they had no physical barriers to running their home or business during an outage. 4) 35% of respondents indicated that the estimated cost to their business due to outages was less than $250, 35% indicated that the cost was between $250 and $500 and 30% indicated that it was between $500 and $2000. 5) 93% of business did not have business interruption insurance. 6) 52% of households already had a form of backup power. 72% of these had generators and 28% had solar/battery backup. 7) 40% of households use electricity to heat their homes, 44% use wood, 4% use oil and 10% use propane. 8) 70% of respondents indicated that they had experienced some damage to various pieces of electrical equipment generally ranging in cost between $200 up to $1,100.

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3.3 Being Prepared

3.3.1 Online Resources

As part of this assessment, we were tasked with providing information on what local residents and businesses could do to be better prepared for power outages. In our research, we came across numerous government and crown corporation publications that discussed this very topic, both for residents and for businesses. Rather than simply re-write these publications, we have compiled some of the most relevant publications and have included them in Appendix B – Preparedness Publications. These publications are free for downloading and we have provided the web page addresses as well.

Whether for a resident or a business, there are 2 fundamental steps in being better prepared. These steps are fully discussed in the attached publications but to summarize:

1) Make a plan. a. This plan is to make sure all individuals are aware of what to do, whom to contact and what to expect during a power outage. 2) Make an emergency kit. a. This kit is to provide some basic supplies in the event of a longer power outage. Items such as water, food, batteries can prove essential during a longer outage.

The following publications are included in this assessment and they not only cover the basics but they also provide detailed checklists to ensure all essential items are covered.

1) Publication: Power Outage Checklist-Plan for Homes Summary: This is a checklist that helps households in preparing their homes for an outage and ensures that households know what to do before, during and after an outage. Source: BC Hydro Website:https://www.bchydro.com/content/dam/BCHydro/customer- portal/documents/corporate/safety/power-outage-plan-for-homes.pdf

2) Publication: Power Outage Checklist-Plan for Businesses Summary: This is a checklist that helps businesses in preparing their facility and operations for an outage and ensures that they know what to do before, during and after an outage. Source: BC Hydro Website:https://www.bchydro.com/content/dam/BCHydro/customer- portal/documents/corporate/safety/power-outage-plan-for-businesses.pdf

3) Publication: Power Outages – What to do Summary: This guide discusses the fundamentals of being prepared for a power outage. It can be used for both residents and businesses. Source: Government of Canada Website:https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/pblctns/pwrtgs-wtd/pwrtgs-wtd- eng.pdf

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4) Publication: 72 Hour Preparedness Guide Summary: This guide can be used to create a 72-hour emergency plan and covers the basic steps in preparing this plan. Source: Government of Canada Website:https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/pblctns/yprprdnssgd/yprprdnssgd- eng.pdf

5) Publication: Stocked Up but Unprepared Summary: This is a more general but very current publication that covers how BC residents may not be as prepared for a power outage as they believe. It also discusses, at a high level how to be prepared and how to develop a plan. Source: BC Hydro Website:https://www.bchydro.com/content/dam/BCHydro/customer- portal/documents/news-and-features/bchydro-storm-report-2020.pdf

3.3.2 Community Self Sufficiency

In addition to the online resources, which really address what individuals can do to be better prepared, there are also community coordination items that can be implemented on a community wide basis, that will help prepare the community for better self sufficiency.

• The community should consider developing a list and contact information of vulnerable community members and volunteers willing to help. In the event of an extended power loss or other emergency, volunteers could contact vulnerable community members to ensure they are safe. If volunteers cannot contact the community members or community members need assistance, then additional action could be taken by the volunteers.

• Community facilities could be equipped with independent power and heat sources. Some facilities have this but other should consider additional equipment so they could be used as a muster point/safe location for vulnerable and low- income community members.

• Communities should consider obtaining and equipping a mobile response trailer with generators, extension cords, and power bars for use during extended power outages. A list of vulnerable homes, business and community locations could be maintained where key medical, water, communications, water, freezers, or other assets need to be supported during an extended power outage/emergency.

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3.4 Conclusion for Part 1

This part of the assessment provides information related to the public engagement process, the survey and its results as well as a review of how the local residents and businesses could be better prepared.

The survey and its results are the outcome of the public engagement process. All surveys are provided in Appendix A complete with a summary survey compiling and tabulating all the individual surveys.

An online research of power outage preparedness was also carried out and numerous expertly prepared publications were found and are provided in Appendix B complete with information regarding the availability of these publications and how all local residents and businesses have free access and can download and make full use of these checklists and publications.

Also, a review of how the community can work towards becoming more self sufficient with respect to power outages was prepared, including;

• The community should consider developing a list and contact information of vulnerable community members and volunteers willing to help.

• Community facilities could be equipped with independent power and heat sources.

• Communities should consider obtaining and equipping a mobile response trailer with generators, extension cords, and power bars for use during extended power outages.

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4 PART 2

4.1 Existing Power System in Lardeau Valley

The power system that currently serves the Lardeau Valley is relatively complex given the sparse population and includes a BC Hydro grid connection, several non-grid-connected micro-hydro systems and numerous residential solar PV systems.

4.1.1 Utility Supplied Power

The Lardeau Valley is served by BC Hydro via an 88km long radial distribution line. This means that energy is transported to the communities by a single line with no redundant paths if the line gets damaged.

Figure 4.1: Map showing the extents of BC Hydro's distribution in Lardeau Valley.

This on its own is not unusual for the province of BC. There are numerous other communities that receive power this way, including the north end of Slocan Valley and North Thompson River Valley, however this method of distribution is especially prone to power instability as damage to the line at any point will result in an outage for the entire area.

What makes the Lardeau Valley unique is that although it is within the BC Hydro service area, it borders on the region in southern BC that is serviced by FortisBC. The borders of this area are shown in figure 4.2.

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Figure 4.2: FortisBC Service Area Map [1]

The BC Hydro lines that serve the Lardeau Valley are therefore isolated from the rest of the BC Hydro network and energy is transported to the area through the Fortis network, via the FortisBC owned Kaslo substation. The point of interconnection between FortisBC and BC Hydro is in Shutty Bench, just south of Lardeau. This means that the Lardeau Valley is vulnerable not only to damage to the BC Hydro line, but also to the FortisBC line (KAS1) that runs from Coffee Creek to Kaslo and from the line (KAS2) from Kaslo to Shutty Bench. The entire system is shown in Figure 4.3.

Figure 4.3: FortisBC and BC Hydro Interconnection

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4.1.2 Alternate Power Sources

In addition to the grid, there are a number of residents in the valley that use alternate forms of energy either as their primary energy source, or for backup. First, there are several micro-hydro systems in the valley. The Argenta Water Power Co-op provides power to group of residence in Argenta. There is also a wilderness skiing lodge, and at least one residence in the valley that have their own micro-hydro power. Finally, there are numerous households and businesses in the valley that are equipped with solar PV panels, as well as residents and businesses that have diesel or propane generators for use in the event of a power outage.

4.1.3 Power Stability

According to BC Hydro data, in 2019 (the most recent year for which there is data) outages occurred on average 14.45 times, with an average duration for each customer of less than 4 hours. This average duration is not representative, however, as many outages in the area last for multiple days. This is especially common in winter months and during severe windstorms.

Table 4-1: Average Frequency and Duration of Outages (Refer to Appendix C for details) FISCAL YEAR AVERAGE FREQUENCY AVERAGE DURATION OF OUTAGES (SAIFI) OF OUTAGES (CAIDI) 2015 11.02 8.27 2016 14.63 4.97 2017 12.63 4.04 2018 16.07 4.67 2019 14.45 3.87

The data in Table 4-1 is calculated as follows: for the average frequency, the SAIFI is the total number of interruptions experienced in the region divided by the total number of customers in the region. For the duration, the CAIDI is calculated by summing the total length of all outages and dividing that by the total number of customer interruptions.

These outages are primarily caused by trees falling on the distribution lines during storms and cold weather events, at locations spread out along the length of the line. These locations for 2018 through 2020 are shown in Figure 4.4. .

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Figure 4.4: Locations of Outages in Lardeau Valley, 2019 through 2020

These power outages have several impacts on the residents of the area.

• For many households the voltage surges that often accompany the power outages is an issue. These can damage electronic equipment and, in some cases, even cause AFCI (arc fault circuit interrupter) breakers to trip.

This issue can be addressed by installing a whole house surge protector, which is connected to the main power panel. The cost for this equipment is between $200 and $500 including installation.

• Although the phone lines are often not damaged when a power outage occurs, the telephone infrastructure relies on grid power to function. When the grid goes down, there are batteries in place to provide backup power for several hours. When the batteries are depleted, the phone system goes down as well, leaving residents in the area isolated with no means of communicating to the outside world in case of emergency.

To address this issue, a local electrician has now been contracted by Telus to connect a generator backup to their battery charging system during an extended outage. Assuming that the phone lines themselves do not get damaged, this should allow for telephone service to extend through any power outage.

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• The loss of power is of course the main issue, especially when it lasts for a prolonged period of time. While most of the residents in the area do not rely solely on electricity for heat, some of the direct effects of power loss include food spoilage in refrigerators and freezers, and loss of running water in homes that rely on a well for their water.

The following section will detail some possible solutions to this issue.

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4.2 Options for Reducing Power Outages

The options to improve power stability for the residents and businesses in the Lardeau Valley can generally be grouped into three types. Improvements to the existing system, community scale solutions such as microgrids, or else individual backup power for each building.

4.2.1 Potential System Improvements by BC Hydro

Any steps to improve the existing power system in the valley would have to be undertaken by BC Hydro. A recent report from the utility indicates that they have already taken some steps towards improving the power reliability in the area including moving up the vegetation maintenance schedule for the lines and adding another power line technician to their staff in Nakusp. The following subsections detail some of the other ways that the system reliability could be improved. Each of these would be fully at the discretion of BC Hydro.

4.2.1.1 Reduce Tree Cover Near Power Lines

According to data from BC Hydro, around 50% of the outages in this area are caused by trees and branches falling on the lines. This typically happens in the winter months and during summer storms. BC Hydro maintains 3m of cleared forest on either side of the distribution lines, and has a program in place for removing hazard trees that are in danger of falling on the lines because of disease or damage. That being said, they also have a mandate for environmental responsibility which does not allow them to remove healthy trees [2].

One way to reduce the incidence of power outages in the Lardeau would be to increase the clearance width on either side of the power lines, which would reduce the number of trees able to damage the lines were they to fall. This solution, however, in addition to being very costly to BC Hydro, would also result in many healthy trees being felled which would be both environmentally and aesthetically undesirable.

4.2.1.2 Renew Service Agreement with FortisBC

As discussed, one of the reasons that outages can last for so long is because the sparsely populated area is islanded from the rest of the BC Hydro grid by the FortisBC service area encompassing much of the rest of the region. Up until 2013, FortisBC had a powerline technician (PLT) based in the nearby town of Kaslo who was able to respond to many of the outages in the area. At that time, BC Hydro and Fortis had a service agreement that allowed outages on the BC Hydro lines in the Lardeau Valley to be repaired by the FortisBC PLT stationed in Kaslo. In 2013, when the PLT in Kaslo retired, this service agreement was not renewed, likely because the nearest FortisBC PLTs were based in Castlegar, 2 hours away, and so any outages in the area are now serviced by BC Hydro crews from Nakusp. These crews are backed up by crews from Cranbrook and Salmon Arm. Given that FortisBC still has an office with yard facilities in Kaslo, theoretically the option still exists for a PLT to be based there. If this were to happen, renewing the service agreement with FortisBC would allow greater flexibility in servicing outages and while the frequency would not be reduced, the average duration would be. This is something that would have to be discussed with both BC Hydro and FortisBC to determine whether it is a feasible option.

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4.2.1.3 Provide Secondary Grid Connection

As discussed earlier, electricity is delivered to the Lardeau Valley by an 88.5km radial line, which means that it is only connected to the rest of the grid at a single point, making it vulnerable to outages along its length. Providing a redundant grid connection would improve the power reliability to the area. The challenge for the Lardeau Valley is that there is a large distance between the end of the lines in Howser and the next closest lines in Trout Lake. This is a 65km run through dense forested mountains. Installing this redundant line would have a significant upfront cost and greatly increase to the annual vegetation management budget for the area.

4.2.1.4 Move Distribution Lines Underground or Underwater

Another option to improve the grid stability in the Lardeau Valley would be to change the conductors from running pole top to underground or even underwater. Either of these options would remove the hazard of treefall and bad weather, but both come with a hefty upfront price tag. Additionally, because residences are ranged along the highway, it is important to retain the flexibility to easily add customer connections, which would be lost if the conductors were rerouted underground or underwater.

4.2.2 Microgrids

A microgrid is a small network of electrical loads (users) combined with local energy generation and storage, all linked together by a central controller to create a self-sufficient system [3]. An example microgrid configuration is shown in Figure 4.5. Microgrids can be connected to a utility (macro-grid), but also can operate in islanded mode where they function independently.

Figure 4.5: Example of a Typical Microgrid Configuration [4]

A microgrid can operate at secondary voltage (240V or 600V) as in the case of a single building or can operate at primary voltage (12.5kV or 25kV) as in the case of a community scale system.

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For this region, the key function of the microgrid would be to supply power to the area during a grid outage, however it would have the additional benefit of allowing increased local penetration of renewable energy sources such as solar PV and micro-hydro. Additionally, this type of system could provide an economic opportunity to the area as excess energy could be sold on the market. BC Hydro will no longer purchase power from directly from IPPs, but they will allow it to be sold on the market at the going rates, although they do charge a wheeling fee for transporting the energy.

4.2.2.1 BC Hydro Requirements

BC Hydro has a program in place for locations with reliability that is below the expectations of their customers, which allows local power generators to be connected to the grid and to provide power to the region during outages. For this to happen though, the area to be provided with power is required to be islanded from the main grid so that it does not backfeed the lines under repair. There are a number of additional factors that must be considered before the islanded region can be approved, including the availability of more cost-effective options, the type of generation being proposed, and continuous communication with the BC Hydro Area Control Centre of a number of system variables [5].

Generally, BC Hydro follows the IEEE Guide for Design, Operation, and Integration of Distributed Resource Island Systems with Electric Power Systems (IEEE Std. 1547.4-2011) [6].

4.2.2.2 Regional Microgrid

One way to implement this solution would be to create a microgrid from the entire region. This would involve islanding via a single means of disconnecting the region from the grid, likely just south of Lardeau, and adding sufficient local energy generation and storage to supply the area during an outage.

This option would require the least amount of equipment overall but would still be relying on the power lines between the communities. This means that although the effects of the radial line between Coffee Creek and Lardeau would be mitigated, any damage to the lines north of Lardeau would render the entire microgrid non-functional. As shown previously, the worst sections of the line for outages are within the proposed islanded region, therefore this option may have limited impact.

4.2.2.3 Community Scale Microgrids

A different way of implementing the microgrid concept would be as a distributed energy resource (DER), with separate sub-systems for each of the communities in the Lardeau Valley and line segmenting between. This would minimize the impacted area during a single damage event as portions of the grid upstream of the damage would remain energized by the grid above the nearest segmentation location, and areas downstream could be powered by the DE resources. This would, however, also mean that buildings between the main centers would likely see no benefit, and alternative solutions would be required for them.

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4.2.2.4 Technologies

There are several options to provide backup power locally to the region, with varying levels of reliability and environmental footprint. These will all take the form of either energy generation, energy storage or a combination of the two. Note that in the following sections, the products shown are samples only, and many alternatives exist. The purpose of the samples is to provide more context to each of the technologies.

Energy Generation

For the Lardeau Valley, there are several energy-generation options available including solar PV, micro-hydro, and generators driven by diesel, propane or biofuel. Some of the technologies are already existing in the valley and could be incorporated into a micro-grid system, and others could be added as required.

Example Technology

An example of a generation technology that would be able to usefully contribute to a microgrid system is solar PV panels, shown in Figure 4.6. Without the microgrid, household PV installations can be used to offset electrical bills, but for grid-tied houses, the panels do not improve power stability because they have to be disconnected with grid power goes down. With a microgrid in place, household PV energy usage could be stored and used during an outage after islanding from the utility.

Figure 4.6: Solar Panels Installed on a Roof

Energy Storage

Local energy storage can be used to reinforce intermittent energy sources such as solar PV or can be used alone for backup power. For this location, the idea of using energy storage on its own has particular merit given the fact that a grid connection already exists. Commercially viable methods of storing at scales required for this area include electrochemical batteries, hydrogen, and pumped hydro. There are currently no energy storage facilities in the valley and a detailed study would be required to determine the optimal technology and required capacity.

Example Technology

An example of grid scale energy storage technology is Lithium-Ion batteries, such as the Reservoir batteries provided by General Electric. The datasheet for can be seen in Appendix E.

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Figure 4.7: GE Reservoir utility scale batteries

Controller

The controller is the brains of a microgrid monitors and controls all the components in the system including generation, storage and loads. It also serves a bevy of other functions including communication, monitoring grid power, and controlling the switches to island and connect to the grid. There are several proven and commercially available microgrid controllers currently on the market. Although utility scale micro-grids are a relatively new concept in Canada, there are companies that offer turnkey solutions for unique applications.

Example Product

An example of a proven microgrid controller is the S&C GridMaster Microgrid Control System [7]. This system was recently used for a utility scale microgrid in North Bay, Ontario to provide power to a building complex during extended power outages [8]. The specifications for this unit can be found in Appendix E.

Figure 4.8: Gridmaster Microgrid Controller

4.2.2.5 Analysis

Although one or several microgrids for this area could be a viable solution to the power stability issues that are being experienced, it is not something that would be of immediate help. The timeline to implement this solution would be on the order of 5-10 years. A recent study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) into the cost of microgrids found that for community-based grids cost around $2.1 million/MW of DER [9], and data from BC Hydro show that the peak demand load for the area is around 1.5MW. This means that the total cost for implementation would be around $3.15 million. This amount might increase a bit if a separate

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system were provided for each community centre, although in that case they could be implemented sequentially thereby reducing the up-front cost.

The key barriers to this solution include finding the funding to cover the upfront costs of installation and locating an experienced integrator to install the system.

Overall, the details of how a microgrid system would be implemented in this area are beyond the scope of this report. BC Hydro has indicated that they are open to discussion on this option, and as shown above, they do have a standard in place for how customer owned power generation can be used to supply an islanded region during utility outages. There are, however, outstanding questions as to who would own the generation capacity, and how they would be compensated for the energy produced and stored.

4.2.3 Building Scale Backup Power

Another option that would address power stability for every resident and business in the Lardeau Valley and not depend on the distribution lines would be to provide separate backup power for each individual building in the region. The discrete backup power systems could be either generators, or else household scale battery backup. One of the advantages of this strategy is that rather than having an all-or-nothing approach, this could be individually tailored to each household or business, with residents able to opt in or not as desired. These systems could either be sized to backup all household loads or scaled back to only supply critical loads such as refrigeration and lights.

One important thing to note any time on site generation or storage is used, is that for a safe and code-compliant installation a switch is required to be installed such that the utility power and generator cannot both be connected simultaneously. This is necessary to ensure that the on-site generator does not backfeed onto the power lines and endanger the line-workers during their repairs. This can take the form of an automatic transfer switch, a manual transfer switch, or even two interlocked breakers.

4.2.3.1 Whole House Generator Backup

The most reliable way of providing household or business scale backup power is with a fuel-fired generator. This option can operate for an effectively unlimited time depending on the size of the fuel tank. For this area, the available fuel sources would be diesel (which would be more suitable for a larger system) or gasoline or propane (which would be more suitable for a typical household).

Implementation

The system used to back up a whole house typically consists of a permanently installed generator with an automatic transfer switch (ATS). The transfer switch monitors the utility power and when it detects an outage automatically starts the generator and transfers the service to generator power. When utility power is restored, the ATS will detect this, shut the generator off and transfer back to utility seamlessly.

Although many households have a 200A electrical service, there are almost no houses that come very close to exceeding this amount of load. Table 4-2 shows the electrical loads for a number of typical household loads. As can be seen, the majority of common household loads including all appliances, electric heat, well-pump, receptacles and lighting can run simultaneously with a total

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load of approximately 100A at 240V. For this reason, the largest standard residential backup generators are typically around 24kW.

The cost for this type of system is around $10,000 including generator, transfer switch, battery (for starting generator) and full winterization kit is around $9,000 with delivery to site in the Kaslo area. Installation cost adds another $1000-$2000 depending upon the location giving an overall cost of around $10,000-$11,000. The timeline to implement for a single house is about 1 week. The biggest barrier to widespread adoption of this solution is the cost of the system. While there may be certain households in the area that are willing to pay for the convenience of this type of system, it is likely to be beyond the means of most residents.

Table 4-2: Typical Household Electrical Loads Description Quantity Load per Unit Connected Load (W) (W) Washing Machine 1 500 500 Dryer 1 4000 4000 Dishwasher 1 1500 1500 Oven/Stove 1 2000 2000 Lighting CCTs 2 500 1000 Receptacle Circuits 2 1000 2000 Computer 2 450 900 TV 1 100 100 Freezer 1 50 50 Refrigerator 1 540 540 Hot Water Heater 1 3000 3000 Microwave 1 1700 1700 Kitchen Receptacles 2 1500 3000 Well Pump 1 1656 1656 Total Load (W) 23946 Voltage 240 Total Load (A) 100

Example Product

An example of a typical generator that can be used for a household is the Generac Guardian, shown in Figure 4.9. The datasheets for this equipment can be seen in Appendix E.

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Figure 4.9: Generac Home Backup Generator (left) and ATS (right)

4.2.3.2 Critical Load Generator Backup

A more economical solution rather than backing up an entire house, is to use a smaller generator to backup only critical loads such as a well pump, food storage, and a couple of lighting and receptacle circuits. These loads are summarized in Table 4-3.

Table 4-3: Typical Critical Household Loads Description Quantity Load per Unit Connected Load (W) (W)

Lighting CCTs 2 500 1000 Receptacle Circuits 2 1000 2000 Computer 2 450 900 TV 1 100 100 Freezer 1 50 50 Refrigerator 1 540 540 Well Pump 1 1656 1656 Total Load (W) 6246 Voltage 240 Total Load (A) 26

Although the majority of households in this area do not use electricity for their primary heat source, for those that do this solution would likely not be able to supply their heating circuits. In these cases, an electric space heater could be used on one of the receptacle circuits.

Implementation

To implement this solution, the circuits that require backup power would be moved to a sub- panel which would be fed from a new breaker in the main panelboard. An inexpensive interlock bracket can be used in the sub panel to provide the required safety mechanism. For this option, a relatively inexpensive, portable generator can be used by plugging it into a power inlet box

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mounted on the outside of the house and connected to a generator breaker in the sub-panel. This type of system can be installed in a couple of days for an installed cost of around $2,500. The key barrier to this solution again is cost. While it is significantly more affordable than the whole house option, it is still beyond the means of many of the residents in the area. In some cases, financing may be available to install such a system. Alternatively, several households could potentially share the cost of a generator and only pay for the subpanel and power inlet box to be installed.

Example Product

The Benchmark Portable Gas Generator could be used for this type of system, along with the sub- panel, interlock bracket and power inlet box shown in Figure 4.10.

Figure 4.10: Critical load backup system including portable generator (top left), subpanel with interlock bracket (top right) and power inlet box (bottom)

4.2.3.3 Battery Backup

Household battery systems have historically been a common requirement for off-grid buildings powered by solar PV, however recent advances in technology, particularly those driven by the electric vehicle industry, have made household battery backup options more robust, easier to install and more cost effective. For the Lardeau Valley, given that most buildings already have a grid connection, battery backups could be used to supply power in the event of a utility outage, with recharging happening when grid power is available. This is a more environmentally friendly option since no fossil fuels are burned. It should be noted managing a battery backup system is more complicated than a whole-house, or even a critical load generator system. The important parameters of batteries are the total amount of energy they can store (typically measured in Amp-hours (Ah) or kilowatt-hours (kWh)) as well as the rate at which they can discharge that energy (typically measured in Watts (W)). In general, the discharge rate will limit the number of devices that can be run simultaneously, and total energy stored will limit the length of time that backup power can be provided for a given load profile. Another thing to note when sizing a battery bank is that for most deep-cycle batteries, they should not be discharged below 40% of capacity.

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A typical set of loads that might be powered by a battery backup are listed in Table 4-4.

Implementation

For the loads listed in Table 4-4, it can be seen that the required battery bank would have a total capacity of about 12kWh. Including inverter efficiency and limiting discharge to 40% brings this number up to about 21kWh. For a 12V system, this is equivalent to about 1750Ah. This equipment can be supplied locally and a system this size would be around $6,000-$10,000 including the inverter with integral transfer switch, the subpanel and breakers, and all installation costs. Table 4-4: Critical Loads for Battery Backup Description Quantity Load per Unit Connected Load Energy Used Total Hours Used (W) (W) (kWh) Lighting CCTs 1 500 500 4 2 Receptacle Circuits 1 1000 1000 1 1 Computer 1 450 450 6 2.7 TV 1 100 100 4 0.4 Freezer 1 50 50 8 0.4 Refrigerator 1 540 540 8 4.32 Well Pump 1 1656 1656 1 1.656 Total Load (W) 4296 Total Energy (kWh) 12 Voltage 12 Total Load (A) 358

Example Product

A typical battery that is sold in the area for this application is the Silicone Batteries In. GS150-12, as show in Fig. 4-11. This is a 12V battery with a capacity of 165Ah if discharged slowly, and up to 1500 usable cycles. For the loads listed above, approximately 10 such batteries would be required. Also shown is a typical inverter for this application, the Sensata MS-PAE Series. The specification sheets can be seen in Appendix E.

Figure 4.11: Critical Load Battery Backup System Including Batteries (left) and Inverter (right)

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4.2.4 Options Summary

As discussed in the sections above, all of the options covered have advantages and drawbacks with respect to stabilizing the power system and providing backup power during an extended outage. Table 4-5 summarizes each of the options discussed.

Table 4-5: Summary of options for all options Timeline to Option Cost Estimate Key Barriers Implement • Relies on BC Hydro to implement BC Hydro Improvements N/A Ongoing • Most options have very high up front and ongoing costs for BC Hydro • Funding to cover the upfront costs of installation Microgrid $3 million - $4 million 5-10 years • Locating a qualified Contractor to implement Microgrid Whole House $10k-$11k / bldg. Generator Backup ~$4 million total with ATS • Relies on individuals for Days / funding. Building Weeks for • Limited tradespeople in area Scale Critical Load Backup $2500-$3000 / bldg. each mean extended timeline for all Backup with MTS $1 million total building. households to be able to install Critical Load $6k-$10k / bldg. backup Battery Backup ~$3 million total with ATS

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4.3 Conclusion, Recommendations and Next Steps for Part 2

4.3.1 Conclusion

This document provides options analysis for the various ways that the stability of the power system in the Lardeau Valley could be improved. Presented in this report was a review of the system that currently serves the area including geography, grid topology, and most common causes of outages.

The options for improving power stability were broken down into three categories. First, the possible improvements to the existing system were examined. These improvements would have to be done at the discretion of BC Hydro, who have already indicated that they are not able to pursue most of the options, but if additional funding were found it may be possible to work with them to reassess their stance.

Next, community backup power systems were examined in the form of utility-scale microgrids. These could be implemented either at a regional level or for each of the community centres. The details of implementation for this type of solution would need additional consideration. This option provides the best ability to integrate alternative forms of energy and could provide economic benefit to the region once the initial cost is accounted for.

Finally, individual backup power systems for each building were examined. These could take the form of either fuel-powered generators providing indefinite backup, or else with more environmentally friendly batteries providing backup for a set period. This option is the most flexible for individual preferences.

4.3.2 Recommendations

As shown, there are a number of options available to improve the reliability of the power system in the Lardeau Valley, with varying levels of complexity, cost and local involvement. The analysis provided in this report is necessarily very high-level, and for each of the options the actual feasibility will be dependent upon a number of additional factors such as available budget, and input from BC Hydro.

In the short term, as the most cost-effective option, PBX recommends proceeding with the critical load backup generator option for those residents in the area that require it.

For long-term power stability, PBX recommends conducting an in-depth feasibility study into community scale microgrid option for each of the main community centres. This option is the most environmentally friendly way of addressing the power stability issues. Additionally, because of the possibility of selling excess power produced in the region on the market, it is the only option that provides the option for any payback.

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4.3.3 Next Steps

PBX recommends the following steps to move the project forward:

• Review the report with all stakeholders and determine whether any of the options presented are favoured.

• Discuss preferred solution with BC Hydro to determine their level of involvement.

• Proceed with a detailed feasibility study for the preferred solution to flesh out the requirements and parameters.

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4.4 References

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Community," 08 07 2019. [Online]. Available: https://www.sandc.com/globalassets/sac- electric/documents/sharepoint/documents---all-documents/case-study-180- 1080.pdf?dt=637408107981638892. [Accessed 12 11 2020]. [9] J. Giraldez, F. Flores-Espino, S. MacAlpine and P. Asmus, "Phase 1 Microgrid Cost Study: Data

Collection and Analysis of Microgrid Costs in the United States," National Renewable Energy Lab, Golden, CO, 2018. [10] L. Cohn, "A Community Microgrid, Some Prosumers and Energy Sharing," Microgrid

Knowledge, 21 12 2018. [Online]. Available: https://microgridknowledge.com/energy-sharing- prosumers-microgrids/. [Accessed 12 11 2020].

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AME Science, 19 04 2019. [Online]. Available: https://www.zmescience.com/ecology/renewable-energy-ecology/solar-panels-pros-and- cons-056654/. [Accessed 12 11 2020]. [12] J. Nicholls, "Tapping the Reservoir for Grid-Scale Energy Storage," GE, 23 05 2018. [Online].

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Part 1 of this Assessment Prepared by:

Rocky Point Engineering Ltd.

Mirko Slivar, P.ENG., CP., CEM Principal Kootenay Office #2-373 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H6 ph. 250.352.7933 cell: 250.859.3470 [email protected]

Part 2 of this Assessment Prepared by:

Written By: Reviewed By: PBX Engineering Ltd. PBX Engineering Ltd.

Peter Kremler, P.Eng. Alex Cosovanu, P. Eng. Principal Design Engineer Senior Design Engineer c. 250.532.1721 p. 604.408.7222 ext. 223 e. [email protected] c. 604. 312.9647 e. [email protected]

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March 16, 2021

Aimee Watson RDCK Board of Directors Chair Box 902 Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0

Re: Firearm use and equestrian safety

Dear Ms. Watson:

Horse Council BC (HCBC) is a 23,000 plus member service organization; our mission is to work together on behalf of the equine interests of our members. We collaborate with individuals, other equine associations, businesses, industry professionals, and government to strengthen communication, education, and safety related to horses. We strive to preserve and enhance equestrian use of public lands and historic trails, and to promote and foster participation in all varieties of equine activity. All Horse Council BC members have $5 million of third party liability insurance relating to their horses.

It has been brought to my attention by HCBC’s East Kootenay’s regional director Arlene Ridge of concerns of firearm use in her region. HCBC’s East Kootenay’s region is in the south eastern corner of BC that includes the following communities: Golden, Invermere, Elkford, Sparwood, Kimberley, Cranbrook, Fernie, and Creston. Eighty percent of HCBC members are recreational riders with many taking advantage of the abundant recreation opportunities in BC by riding out on crown land. Unfortunately, members in her region have expressed concerns in regards to indiscriminate shooting and they are worried about their safety. Many equestrians do avoid riding during the peak hunting season but the firearm use has even become a concern in Spring and Summer.

HCBC would like to bring awareness and to start a conversation with the province, regional district and the communities of East Kootenay’s to address the safety issues with unsanctioned shooting. British Columbia is a vast province and every region has its own unique needs but one regional district was able to find a solution to a similar issue. In 2017 the Fraser Valley regional district was able to help regulate gun use in their district by creating no shooting zones within 400 metres on select nonmunicipal crown land road ways. The regions in our province are vastly different but this resolution has proven effective in this particular district. HCBC hopes that we can work together to find an equitable solution for unsanctioned fire arm use to make outdoor recreation for equestrians and all user groups safer.

Sincerely,

Sarah Allison Recreation Coordinator Horse Council of BC

27336 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove, BC V4W 3N5 Tel: 604 856 4304 Toll Free: 1 800 345 8055 Fax: 604 856 4302

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To: Aimee Watson Subject: RE: Firearm Use and Equestrian Safety Creston Area Examples

From: Recreation Sent: Monday, March 22, 2021 11:05 AM To: Aimee Watson Subject: Firearm Use and Equestrian Safety Creston Area Examples

Hi Aimee,

Our East Kootenay regional director got back to me and she said the has gotten feedback from members riding in the Creston area.

The following crownland locations that riders have experienced seeing and/or hearing shooting to a degree that was upsetting are:

Canyon area – two areas mentioned 1. Lloyd Road Gravel Pit 2. The hill between Canyon and the mountain cliffs to the east. Lister – surrounding crownland West Creston ‐especially Dodge Creek area near border

I hope this helps and if you need anymore information from us please do not hesitate to ask.

Kind regards,

Sarah Allison Recreation Coordinator Tel: 604‐856‐4304 Toll Free: 1‐800‐345‐8055 Fax: 604-856-4302 (f)

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March 17, 2021 By email: [email protected] BC Utilities Commission Suite 401, 900 Howe Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2N3

RE: British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro): 2020 Street Lighting Rate Application

To Whom It May Concern:

On behalf of the City of Prince George Council, please accept this letter in opposition to BC Hydro’s proposed 2020 Street Lighting Rate Application (Application).

The Application, submitted by BC Hydro in November 2020, seeks approval for an increase in the monthly rate charged per street light which includes a surcharge to recover the costs incurred by BC Hydro to convert existing High Pressure Sodium (HPS) light fixtures to LED fixtures.

While the City of Prince George supports the environmental benefits that will result from the conversion to LED technology, we are not in support of a surcharge rate downloaded to municipalities to cover the disposal of existing lights and their associated depreciation costs.

As such, we respectfully request that the City’s concerns be considered in the evaluation of BC Hydro’s Street Lighting Rate Application.

Sincerely,

Mayor Lyn Hall cc: All UBCM Member Local Governments

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March 22, 2021

Aimee Watson, Board Chair Regional District of Central Kootenay Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive Nelson, British Columbia V1L 5R4

Dear Aimee Watson:

Thank you for your letter of February 18, 2021, to Honourable Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development, regarding concerns about site degradation related to mudbogging activities at kp’itl’els/Brilliant Flats. I have been asked to respond and address your request to install barriers at the site.

Provincial government understands the high level of significance of this place for Indigenous, Doukhobor, and ecological cultural and heritage values.

I am pleased to let you know that on March 12, 2021 we enacted an order under s. 58 of the Forests and Range Practices Act to restrict vehicle access on this area of Crown land. Ministry staff and a representative from the Conservation Officer Service were also onsite March 12 to oversee the physical closure of the two main vehicle access points to the land.

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service, the ministry’s Compliance and Enforcement branch, and the RCMP have all been notified about this restriction and have committed to increased patrolling of activities on the land to ensure that no one is engaging in unlawful activities.

The kp’itl’els/Brilliant Flats Restricted Motorized Use recreation closure order and map are available online.

My ministry is also committed to upholding the Letter of Agreement that we have signed with the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation and the Regional District of Central Kootenay to ensure no further short-term damage at kp’itl’els, and to consider the appropriate long-term, values-based management approach for the area.

Staff from both ministries will be contacting regional district staff soon to begin discussions about how a Heritage Conservation Management Plan can be initiated for this site.

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Again, thank you for writing to share your concerns about this important cultural landscape.

Sincerely,

Tara DeCourcy A/Regional Executive Director pc: Honourable Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development Gerald Hills, Regional Manager, Compliance and Enforcement, Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development Joe Caravetta, Inspector, Conservation Officer Service, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy Sue Cairns, Senior Resource Coordination Officer, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

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Stuart Horn Chief Administrative Officer Regional District of Central Kootenay PO Box 590 Nelson BC V1L 5R4

Dear Stuart Horn:

The provincial government understands the fiscal impacts that COVID-19 has placed on local service providers. To help address these challenges, the Province of British Columbia announced nearly $2 billion in joint Federal/Provincial spending, including: $540 million for local governments, $418 million for community infrastructure, and $1 billion for transit, TransLink, and ferries.

The $540 million for local governments was further divided into three funding streams. Two of the streams (Development Services for $15 million and Strengthening Communities for $100 million) are application-based funding. For more information on these two funding streams, please visit the following program webpages: • Development Services – https://www.ubcm.ca/EN/main/funding/lgps/local-government- development-approvals.html • Strengthening Communities – https://www.ubcm.ca/EN/main/funding/lgps/strengthening- communities-services.html

The third stream provides direct grants to local governments. This funding stream is called the "COVID-19 Safe Restart Grant for Local Governments" and provides $425 million for local operations impacted by COVID-19. This funding supports local governments as they deal with increased operating costs and lower revenue due to COVID-19.

Of this $425 million, $415 million was paid out in November 2020 to local governments and the Province is now in a position to allocate the remaining $10 million to continue to support local service providers. Of the $415 million allocated to local governments in November, $21 million was allocated to regional districts. This amount was relatively small (compared with the allocation to municipalities) because municipalities faced revenue risks and expenses, and the Province and municipalities ensured that regional requisitions would be fully remitted in 2020.

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While the regional tax base was kept whole in 2020, the Province acknowledges that regional districts have developed other COVID-related financial shortfalls and pressures. For this reason, the Province has decided to allocate the $10 million holdback to the 27 regional districts.

Under section 36 of the Local Government Grants Regulation, the amount of the grant to each regional district is set by the Minister of Municipal Affairs. The determination of this amount was based on an allocation formula that applies equally to all regional districts. The allocation is as follows: 20 percent of the holdback will be allocated on total regional population, and the remaining 80 percent was allocated on rural population (i.e. population in electoral areas). This was done in recognition of the additional costs associated with servicing remote rural areas.

For the Regional District of Central Kootenay, the Province provided $760,000 in November 2020. The Province is providing an additional $516,000 in March 2021, which represents a 68 percent increase over the initial installment. The total of both installments is $1,276,000.

Like the November payment, this funding will also ensure regional districts can continue to deliver the services people depend on in their communities. COVID related eligible costs will include: • addressing revenues shortfalls; • facility reopening and operating costs; • emergency planning and response costs; • bylaw enforcement and protective services like fire protection and police; • computer and other electronic technology costs (to improve interconnectivity and virtual communications); • services for vulnerable persons (e.g. persons living with disabilities, mental illness or addictions, persons experiencing homelessness or other vulnerabilities); and • other related costs.

To ensure optimal transparency on the use of funds, there are two reporting requirements for regional districts. First, as part of the 2021 audited financial statements, the regional district must provide a report on how the funds were allocated to various regional and local services.

The second reporting requirement is an annual report on how the grant funds were spent in that year. This will be a schedule to your audited financial statements, under section 377 of the Local Government Act. The schedule will include the amount of funding received, the use of those funds, and the year-end balance of unused funds. This report may be consolidated for the entire regional district, rather than reporting on a service-by-service level. Your regional district must continue to annually report on the use of grant money until the funds are fully drawn down.

For the purpose of reporting, the two payments (November 2020 and March 2021) may be treated as one pooled grant. Thus, a regional district is not required to report on the two payments separately.

If you have a questions or comments regarding this letter, please feel free to contact Jennifer Richardson, Grants Analyst, Local Government Infrastructure and Finance Branch, by email at: [email protected], or by telephone at: 778 698-3243. …/3

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The provincial government welcomes this opportunity to support COVID-19 restart and recovery throughout British Columbia.

Sincerely,

Okenge Yuma Morisho Deputy Minister

pc: , Chief Financial Officer, Regional District of Central Kootenay Jennifer Richardson, Grants Analyst, Local Government Infrastructure and Finance Branch

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Mayors and Regional District Chairs of British Columbia Attendees of February 2021 Regional Calls with Minister Josie Osborne and Minister Sheila Malcolmson

Dear Mayors and Chairs,

Thank you for taking the time to join Minister Josie Osborne and Minister Sheila Malcolmson for the February 2021 regional calls. As Minister Osborne and Minister Malcolmson said, these conversations continue to be a great opportunity to hear from you about the key issues and opportunities that you are working on in your communities.

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every single person on the planet in one way or another, and after spending a year vigilant and on high-alert for a virus that is impacting people and dominating news cycles around the world, we are all exhausted. This burnout and sense of fatigue, often thought of as an impact reserved only for frontline workers, indeed affects us all. Our province in particular has been dealt the additional blow of enduring duel public health emergencies, with the overdose crisis also taking an extraordinary toll on BC residents.

It was timely, therefore, that the February calls were focused on mental health and addictions. There were a number of themes that came up during the calls including complex care housing and supports, online resources for mental health support, and safe supply and harm reduction services. This email answers some of your questions and details links and resources for a number of the topics raised.

COVID-19 Update

The state of emergency is extended to March 30, 2021, allowing health and emergency management officials to continue to use extraordinary powers under the Emergency Program Act. On February 5th, Minister Dix and Dr. Henry announced that the province-wide restrictions, put in place to significantly reduce COVID-19 transmission related to social interactions and travel, would continue until further notice based on direction from the

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PHO. At the beginning of March, the PHO amended the gathering and events order so that up to 10 people can gather outdoors. For example: • Up to 10 people can gather at a park or beach • Up to 10 people can gather in the backyard of a residence

The PHO reminds us to not gather with several groups of new people, to stick to the same people, and to continue to use COVID-19 layers of protection and maintain physical distancing. All restrictions for indoor gatherings remain in place. No indoor gatherings of any size are allowed. Patios and outdoor areas at restaurants, pubs and bars are not included as places to gather with 10 people at one table.

Immunization Roll Out Starting in April, front-line priority workers can receive their first dose of the AstraZeneca/SII COVISHIELD (AZ/SII) vaccine. All vaccine appointments will be organized by employers. Appointment information will be communicated clearly and directly to each sector and employer. Front-line priority workers should not call the local health authority.

Front-line priority workers identified by the COVID-19 Workplace Task Group and public health include first responders (police, firefighters, emergency transport), bylaw and quarantine officers, K to 12 educational staff, child care staff, grocery store workers, postal workers, manufacturing workers, wholesale/warehousing employees, staff living in congregate housing at places like ski hills, correctional facilities staff, cross-border transport staff, and sectors or settings prioritized due to outbreak response (currently happening).

Vaccine call centers for seniors are open. Seniors can book a vaccine appointment for themselves or their spouses when they are eligible to call. Seniors can also have a family member or friend call for them. Detailed information is available at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/seniors.

The best source of COVID-19 vaccine information is the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC).

Online Resources for Mental Health Support (Foundry Programs for Youth, Senior Services) The Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions expanded access to mental health supports in response to COVID-19, most of which are available on-line from anywhere in the province. This includes programs and supports specifically focused for children and youth, seniors, students and educators, and health care workers. Information and links to these mental health services can be found here.

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Complex Care Housing and Supports

The Province recognizes the need for complex care housing models to meet the needs of a segment of the population that requires more health and social services than are currently provided through existing supportive housing offerings. The Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, per her mandate letter, is working across government and specifically with the Minister responsible for Housing to develop complex care housing. This work is underway and will involve local government, service providers and health partners as it progresses.

Safe Supply, Harm Reduction and Wrap Around Services

People experiencing substance use challenges have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and border closures have interrupted supply chains, leading to an increasingly toxic illicit drug supply. We are committed to accelerating BC’s response to the opioid crisis across the full continuum of care, including prevention, harm reduction, safe prescription medications, treatment, and recovery.

Police Act Review

On December 9, 2020, the Legislative Assembly appointed the Special Committee on Reforming the Police Act to examine, inquire into, and make recommendations to the Legislative Assembly on: reforms related to the modernization and sustainability of policing under the Police Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 367); the role of police with respect to complex social issues including mental health and wellness, addictions and harm reduction; the scope of systemic racism within BC's police agencies; and whether there are measures necessary to ensure a modernized Police Act is consistent with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

The Committee is accepting written, audio and video submissions as part of its public consultation. To make a submission, please visit the Committee's consultation portal. The Guide to Submissions may assist you in preparing your submission. The deadline for submissions is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 30. Note that UBCM presented to the Special Committee on February 8, 2021; more information about UBCM’s submission and presentation can be found here.

Situation Tables

During the calls, several communities highlighted the benefits of the creation of situation tables in their communities to address the needs of vulnerable people. The situation table concept comes out of the provincial office of crime reduction and gang outreach and the office has invested over $1.1 million in funding since 2017 for tables across the province. Representatives from health, public safety and social services meet regularly to identify vulnerable people in the community and work to help them receive the services they need. Front-line workers can

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rapidly connect with people in crisis, while freeing up police to focus on serious and organized criminal activity. Ten situation tables are currently operational in the province, and work is being done to bring 11 more online.

BC Parks – Camping Reservation Information

BC Parks welcomes all British Columbians to another camping season in BC Parks. This year, British Columbians have priority access to camping reservations for the entire summer season. Reservations opened March 8 for arrival dates up to May 8 and can be booked up to two months in advance from there on. You can find out when you can book at each park at bcparks.ca/operating dates/. Policy information for 2021 can be found at bcparks.ca/covid- 19/camping-2021. For out-of-province visitors, reservations start July 8, 2021 for the remainder of the season. BC Parks will be working with partners and stakeholders to ensure the season is a safe and successful one.

Strengthening Communities’ Funding Services

In February 2021, Minister Osborne announced the launch of the Strengthening Communities’ Funding Services program. Local governments and Treaty First Nations may now apply for $100 million in grants to address the impacts of homelessness, support people and strengthen communities’ health and safety. The program will provide grants that support communities to meet emerging health and safety needs on the ground. This can include projects like expanding shelter capacity, fire services, neighbourhood liaison programs, and initiatives to connect people to health services, just to name a few examples.

This new program is application based and open to all local governments, including municipalities, regional districts, and the Islands Trust, as well as modern Treaty First Nations. Applicants must show their projects respond to a demonstrated need in the community and are a temporary-surge response to immediate needs. Evaluators will also be looking for demonstrated partnership and engagement with Indigenous partners and plans to include perspectives of people with lived experience. UBCM is administering the program on behalf of the Province and will accept applications until April 16, 2021, with approvals expected in Spring 2021. Local Government Development Approvals Program

The intent of the Local Government Development Approvals Program is to support the implementation of established best practices and to test innovative approaches to improve development approvals processes while meeting local government planning and policy objectives. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs has provided funding for this program and UBCM is administering the program on behalf of the Province. Applications are currently accepted for

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this program and the application deadline is May 7, 2021. More information can be found here.

Home Owner Grant Centralization

Effective 2021 all home owner grant applications must be submitted directly to the BC provincial government through a secure online application. Municipalities no longer need to and should not accept any applications. As of February 16, 2021, homeowners can apply for their current year or their retroactive home owner grants online at gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant. Homeowners can find information about this change at gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant or they can call toll free: 1-888-355-2700 to speak with an agent. We encourage you to share this information with your residents.

Connectivity – Internet Speed Study

During the calls, communities have raised concerns that the federal data on broadband Internet speeds, which is used to determine eligibility for connectivity funding programs, may not accurately reflect the broadband Internet speeds experienced in homes, businesses, and other locations at the community level.

Connected Communities within the provincial Ministry of Citizens’ Services, UBCM, and Northern Development Initiative Trust are responding collaboratively to these concerns with an independent study of differences between the broadband Internet speeds experienced in some BC communities, and the 50/10 Mbps speed identified on the federal government’s National Broadband Internet Service Availability Map. The study will produce factual information on Internet speeds in rural and remote communities, supporting analysis and informing dialogue between the Northern Development Initiative Trust, Indigenous and local governments, Internet service providers, the Province, and the federal government. Data gathering and analysis will occur over the spring and summer months, with reporting of study results expected in fall 2021.

A key first step in this process is to identify which communities in BC have noted inconsistencies between the 50/10 Mbps Internet speed that federal maps indicate should be available, versus actual Internet speeds currently experienced by residents and businesses in the area. Local governments with reports of Internet speeds lower than the 50/10 Mbps speeds shown on federal maps, are invited to self-identify by contacting Reiko Tagami, Policy Analyst, UBCM to request to be included in the study.

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Transportation

The Province appreciates British Columbians living in rural and remote communities often have unique transportation challenges when accessing non-emergency health services. On March 9, 2021 the Province announced one-time funding of up to $10.7 million for inter-city bus operators and up to $16.5 million for regional airports to support operations between April 1, 2021 and March 31, 2022. The funding will help protect services people rely on to commute to important appointments safely and affordably – especially for those in rural and remote communities.

Please remember that your staff can reach out to Ministry of Municipal Affairs staff for assistance (see the Local Government Division staff finder for the appropriate staff person for your area) on specific issues such as grant applications or any other questions specific to your community.

The next regional calls will be at the beginning of April and ministry staff will be in contact with you regarding dates/times and format of these calls. We hope that you will find some time for yourself to regenerate and to connect with your families during the upcoming seasonal holidays – hopefully, the weather will allow a great number of outdoor activities.

Sincerely,

Tara Faganello Assistant Deputy Minister

pc: Chief Administrative Officers Gary MacIsaac, Executive Director, UBCM Nancy Taylor, Executive Director, LGMA Todd Pugh, Executive Directory, CivicInfo

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Date: April 8, 2021 To: CFOs & Communication Managers From: Union of BC Municipalities RE: Federal Gas Tax Fund: 2021 Update

The federal Gas Tax Fund (FGTF) is now in its 17th year of delivering funding to local government infrastructure and capacity building projects in British Columbia. During that time, the fund has transferred over $3.5 billion to B.C.’s communities.

I am writing to you to provide an annual update on aspects of the overall compliance framework for local governments in B.C. Like all federal funding programs, the FGTF is subject to evaluation by the Government of Canada to ensure that the program is delivering on its intended outcomes and that recipients are fulfilling their obligations. A high level of compliance is critical for ensuring that this program is retained in its current form and level of funding.

We are asking for your continued support in increasing the current level of compliance in the following areas:

2021 Top-up and Proposed Name Change

In March, the Government of Canada announced its intention to top-up the federal Gas Tax Fund allocation provided to B.C. and other provinces and territories for 2021. Contingent upon the passing of Bill C-25, local governments would see funding allocations effectively double for the current year.

The Government of Canada has also committed to renaming the program the “Canada Community-Building Fund”, which recognizes that the fund is no longer associated with gas tax revenues.

UBCM will be updating local government’s 2021 Community Works Fund allocations pending the adoption of Bill C-25.

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Each local government that receives federal Gas Tax Funds has signed a funding agreement that includes a Communications Protocol (“Schedule E”). The basic aim of the communications protocol is to ensure that B.C. residents are made aware of the contributions provided by the Government of Canada through the program. There are several ways in which this can be achieved: installation of temporary construction signage; formal communications (such as news releases and media events); and social media. I am writing to you to identify minimal goals in each of these areas.

• Guidelines for signage installation along with templates are available on Infrastructure Canada’s website. Any project utilizing over $100,000 from the FGTF should be accompanied with project signage. UBCM gathers data on signage installation in our annual reporting process for the federal government. Although we did see an increase in signage installation in the last reporting year, we note that many local governments are not reporting signage for projects meeting the threshold. • Communities receiving annual FGTF allocations greater than $400,000 and those receiving grants through the Strategic Priorities Fund should undertake at least one formal communication highlighting the use of funds in each year. • Local governments are required to provide advance notice to Canada, B.C. and UBCM twenty-one days in advance of any formal communications. This requirement can be fulfilled by contacting UBCM. Social media provides an efficient way to update local residents on projects and to acknowledge federal contributions. Please tag UBCM (@GasTaxFundBC) on any posts to your community’s Facebook page that recognize projects funded through the FGTF. Please ask staff responsible for social media in your local government to “like” our page. Our aim is to create a living journal of how the FGTF is renewing infrastructure in B.C.’s communities.

Project Eligibility

We continue to provide advice to local government staff on what are considered eligible projects for the use of Community Works Funds.

For projects to be eligible, the following questions should be considered:

1. Is the recipient of funding for the project an “Ultimate Recipient” by definition? 2. Will the project result in a tangible capital asset in B.C. that is primarily for public use or public benefit? 3. Does the project fall under one of the eligible investment categories?

UBCM developed guidelines for determining project eligibility for more information and examples of eligible and ineligible projects.

60 -10551 Shellbridge Way, Richmond, BC V6X 2W9 221 The following projects have been deemed an ineligible use of Community Works Funds: • Fire halls, fire trucks, emergency operations centres • City halls, public works buildings and other administrative buildings • Child care centres • Social housing • Seniors care facilities and housing • Health care related infrastructure • Small equipment purchases as stand-alone projects • Feasibility studies and detailed design (without additional capital spending)

Unspent Funds

The 10-year Gas Tax Fund is currently set to expire in March, 2024. At this time, there is a considerable amount of unspent funds in local government Gas Tax Fund accounts. In the coming months, UBCM will be in contact with local governments holding significant amount of Community Works Funds to confirm that funds will be utilized for local government capital projects within the current timeframe of the program. We expect that there will be requirements for spending Community Works Funds within a reasonable timeframe or funds may be re-allocated for future programming.

If you have any questions, please contact Holly Yee, Program Administrator, Gas Tax Program Services, by telephone at 250-356-5134 or via email at [email protected]. For signage and communications questions, please contact Paul Taylor, Director of Communications at [email protected].

Regards,

Brant Felker Manager, Gas Tax Program Services, UBCM

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 2021

7,000,000 6,000,000 5,000,000 4,000,000 All Other Vendors 3,000,000 Grants Employees 2,000,000 Directors 1,000,000 - Mar- Feb- Jan- Dec- Nov- Oct- Sep- Aug- Jul- Jun- May- Apr- Mar- Feb- 21 21 21 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

Number of Payments Value % of Total 1,257 $2,227,945

Top 80% of payments by value 138 1,782,114 80% Remaining 20% of payments by value 1,119 445,831 20% Total $2,227,945 100%

Number of Payments Value % of Total 1,257 $2,227,945

Payments to Directors 0 0 0.0% Payments to Employees 47 18,994 0.9% Subtotal 18,994 0.9%

Discretionary and Community Development Grants 51 254,824 11.4% Other Vendors 1,159 1,954,126 87.7% Subtotal 2,208,951 99.1%

Total $2,227,945 100%

Payment Method Direct Deposit % of Total Cheques % of Total 997 79% 260 21%

PAYROLL 2021

1,400,000 1,200,000 1,000,000 Pay - Hourly/Salary 800,000 600,000 Pay - Directors 400,000 200,000 - Mar- Feb- Jan- Dec- Nov- Oct- Sep- Aug- Jul- Jun- May- Apr- Mar- Feb- 21 21 21 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

Number of Payments Value % of Total $880,425 100%

Directors 53,048 6.0% Hourly/Salary 827,377 94.0%

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Top 20 Services by Amount Spent

$22,760 , 4% $43,514 , 8% $12,500 , 2% $8,747 , 2%

$18,651 , 4% $17,025 , 3%

$8,140 , 2% $19,000 , 4%

$104,630 , 20%

$160,653 , 30%

$38,566 , 7%

$20,964 , 4% $27,016 , 5% $28,424 , 5%

Arena (Castlegar Complex)-Castlegar and Areas I and J

Building Inspection

Community Facility Recreation & Parks-Kaslo and Area D

Fire Protection-Area F (North Shore)

Fire Protection-Area I (Tarrys, Pass Creek)

General Administration

Recreation Facility-Creston and Areas B, C and Area A

Recreation Facility-Nelson and Areas F and Defined E

Refuse Disposal (Central Subregion)-Nelson, Kaslo, Salmo and Areas D, E, F, and G

Refuse Disposal (East Subregion)-Creston and Areas A, B and C

Refuse Disposal (West Subregion)-Castlegar, New Denver, Slocan and Area H, I, J, and K

Resource Recoveries

Transit-Creston and Area

Transit-Kootenay Lake West

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Top 20 Vendors by Value

Unit4 Business Software Corporation, Arrow Lakes Aggregates, $64,810 , 5% $47,300 , 4%

Tetra Tech Canada Inc., $48,313 , 4%

BC Transit, $112,051 , 9%

Bonnington Improvement District, $25,000 , 2%

Castlegar Toyota, $41,735 , 3%

Cover Architectural Collaborative Inc., Receiver General, $330,018 , 27% $23,898 , 2%

Creston, Town Of, $19,000 , 2%

Fields Forward, $50,000 , 4%

Finning International Inc, $128,800 , 11%

Procter Community Society, $33,070 , 3%

Network Test Labs Inc., $20,202 , 2% Fortisbc - Natural Gas, $24,118 , 2% Nelson Hydro, $19,039 , 2%

Medteq Solutions CA Ltd., $49,874 , 4% GFL Environmental Inc. 2019, $60,109 , 5%

Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce, $24,500 , 2% Integrated Sustainability Consultants Ltd., $74,635 , 6% KGC Fire Rescue Inc, $17,820 , 1%

Arrow Lakes Aggregates BC Transit Bonnington Improvement District Castlegar Toyota Cover Architectural Collaborative Inc. Creston, Town Of Fields Forward Finning International Inc Fortisbc - Natural Gas GFL Environmental Inc. 2019 Integrated Sustainability Consultants Ltd. KGC Fire Rescue Inc Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce Medteq Solutions CA Ltd. Nelson Hydro Network Test Labs Inc. Procter Community Society Receiver General Tetra Tech Canada Inc. Unit4 Business Software Corporation

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225 Accounts Payable Top 80% of Payments for March 2021

Top 80% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 138 $ 1,782,114.39

1022117 Alberta Ltd. 2 $ 5,680.50 Aco Container Systems, a Division of Rotoplast Inc. 1 $ 9,395.62 Alberta Fire Chiefs Association 1 $ 2,330.59 Andex Equipment Rentals 1 $ 2,403.59 Arrow Lakes Aggregates 2 $ 64,809.97 Arrow Lakes ATV Club 2 $ 10,000.00 Arrow Mountain Carwash & Mini Storage Ltd 3 $ 9,450.00 BC Transit 3 $ 112,051.16 Bonnington Improvement District 1 $ 25,000.00 Canada West Refrigeration Ltd 1 $ 4,142.25 CanGas Propane Inc. 2 $ 5,799.91 Canyon Lister Fire Protection Society 1 $ 3,200.00 Castlegar Toyota 1 $ 41,734.56 Central Kootenay Garbage Club 1 $ 9,292.50 Cleartech Industries Inc 2 $ 5,146.33 Comfort Welding Ltd 1 $ 3,549.72 Cover Architectural Collaborative Inc. 2 $ 26,523.31 Creston Valley Chamber Of Commerce 1 $ 2,651.25 Creston, Town Of 1 $ 19,000.00 Cummins Western Canada 1 $ 2,880.17 Cupe Local 2262 1 $ 14,641.15 Cupe Local 748 1 $ 7,412.49 Dave´s Plumbing Ltd 1 $ 2,734.38 East Shore Kootenay Lake Community Health Society 1 $ 2,500.00 East Shore Transportation Society 1 $ 5,000.00 Federation of Canadian Municipalities 1 $ 13,392.40 Fields Forward 1 $ 50,000.00 Finning International Inc 1 $ 128,800.00 FortisBC - Electricity 4 $ 31,818.02 Fortisbc - Natural Gas 2 $ 34,896.78 Friends of the Lardeau River 1 $ 2,400.00 GFL Environmental Inc. 2019 2 $ 60,109.35 Guillevin International Inc 2 $ 10,720.57 Hil-Tech Contracting Ltd 1 $ 14,296.97 Hywood Truck & Equipment Ltd 3 $ 10,438.51 Integrated Sustainability Consultants Ltd. 2 $ 74,634.78 JK Excavation Ltd. 3 $ 11,163.25 Kays Road Contracting Ltd 1 $ 6,300.00 Kelly´s Maintenance and Services 1 $ 2,625.00 KEM Services 1 $ 2,838.48 Kennlyn Enterprises 1 $ 2,502.65 KGC Fire Rescue Inc 1 $ 17,820.22 Kitchener Valley Recreation & Fire Protection Society 1 $ 3,500.00 Klines Motors Ltd. 1 $ 4,305.00 Kokanee Park Marine Ltd 1 $ 3,150.00 Kootenay Centre for Forestry Alternatives 1 $ 2,400.00 Kootenay Family Place 1 $ 5,000.00 Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce 1 $ 24,500.00 Lesperance Mendes 1 $ 5,512.64 Little h Design Works 1 $ 2,811.38 Medteq Solutions CA Ltd. 1 $ 49,873.60 Micah´s Plumbing & Heating Ltd. 1 $ 5,414.58 Mills Bros Construction Ltd 1 $ 5,639.20 Minister of Finance 1 $ 2,605.47 Mirror Lake Water User´s Community 1 $ 10,000.00 Mountain Transport Institute ltd 1 $ 2,410.00 Municipal Insurance Association Of BC 2 $ 15,391.70 MWA Environmental Consultants Ltd. 1 $ 4,389.00

226 Top 80% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 138 $ 1,782,114.39 Nanaimo, City of 1 $ 3,255.00 Nelson Hydro 1 $ 19,039.43 Nelson Leafs Hockey Society 1 $ 4,683.00 Nelson Public Library 2 $ 6,600.00 Nelson Senior Citizens Assoc. Branch #51 1 $ 3,521.30 Network Test Labs Inc. 1 $ 20,202.01 Pereversoff Automotive Repair 1 $ 3,715.54 Procter Community Society 1 $ 33,070.00 Ramtech Environmental Products 1 $ 6,496.00 RC Strategies Inc. 3 $ 9,604.35 Receiver General 3 $ 335,074.31 Recollect Systems Inc. 1 $ 3,346.56 Reliance Office Services Ltd 1 $ 2,415.00 Riverside Farm 3 $ 15,790.13 Robson Community Memorial Church 2 $ 8,173.50 Robson-Raspberry Improvement District 1 $ 3,186.00 Rocky Mountain Agencies 1 $ 2,646.09 Rocky Mountain Phoenix 6 $ 31,269.21 Salmo Public Library Association 1 $ 5,000.00 Sk Electronics Ltd 1 $ 6,613.60 Slocan Lake Early Learning Society 1 $ 2,500.00 Spartan Controls Ltd 2 $ 6,374.55 SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. 1 $ 13,624.15 Stanley Humphries Secondary School 1 $ 3,500.00 Telus Communications Inc 1 $ 5,260.16 Telus Mobility 1 $ 6,886.47 Terrapure 1 $ 6,427.99 Tetra Tech Canada Inc. 5 $ 85,309.10 The Corporation of the Village of Salmo 1 $ 2,355.76 Tratech Mechanical Ltd 2 $ 7,096.95 Tree to Truss Timberframing LTD 1 $ 9,155.57 Trobak, Dan 1 $ 2,525.25 Tu-Dor Lock & Safe Ltd 1 $ 11,814.60 Unit4 Business Software Corporation 1 $ 47,299.76 USCC 1 $ 4,000.00 Valhalla Nordic Ski Club 1 $ 4,800.00 Wildlife Conservation Society of Canada 1 $ 3,000.00 WSP Canada Inc. 2 $ 17,494.05

227 Accounts Payable Bottom 20% of Payments for February 2021

Remaining 20% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 1,119 $ 445,830.68

0954170 BC Ltd 1 $ 1,596.00 1022117 Alberta Ltd. 4 $ 5,688.90 1162587 AB Ltd. 1 $ 1,782.38 12445450 Canada Inc. 3 $ 398.48 547839 BC Ltd. 1 $ 735.00 ACE Courier Services 4 $ 248.46 Air Liquide Canada Inc 3 $ 159.54 All Elements Industries Ltd. 1 $ 149.63 All Signs Graphics and Printing 1 $ 207.22 Ancron Medical Centre 1 $ 35.00 Anderson, Heather 1 $ 139.34 Andex Equipment Rentals 3 $ 978.89 Andrew Sheret Ltd 15 $ 1,884.69 Arcright Plumbing & Heating 1 $ 750.40 Arrow Lakes Aggregates 3 $ 427.00 Associated Fire Safety Equipment 2 $ 612.21 Atomic Crayon 3 $ 2,456.53 B&L Security Patrol (1981) Ltd 2 $ 1,171.80 Balestra, Elaine D 1 $ 389.40 Balfour Autobody & Mechanical Ltd. 1 $ 55.95 Balfour Gill And Gift 1 $ 554.02 Bc Fire Training Officers Association 4 $ 630.00 BC Hydro & Power Authority 3 $ 4,329.85 Beaudet, Philippe 1 $ 28.34 Bebelman, Aaron 3 $ 2,420.19 Benjamin, Debra 1 $ 12.84 Best, Elyshia 1 $ 150.00 Bi Purewater 1 $ 355.43 Bigfoot Security Systems 1 $ 126.00 Bill´s Heavy Duty Enterprises (2004) Ltd. 2 $ 216.34 Blade Runner Shredding 1 $ 65.04 Bloodoff, Vanessa 1 $ 1,010.08 B-Love Yard Maintenance 1 $ 500.00 Bowick Electric 1 $ 73.50 Building Officials´ Association Of Bc 1 $ 420.00 Burkert Canada Inc 1 $ 1,463.47 Burton Internet Society 1 $ 39.20 Canada Life Assurance Company Group Account 1 $ 1,750.00 Canada Post Corporation - Remittance Processing 1 $ 222.98 Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety 3 $ 75.00 Canadian Red Cross 2 $ 624.00 Canadian Tire Castlegar (492) 9 $ 807.28 CanGas Propane Inc. 10 $ 4,199.27 Caro Analytical Services 1 $ 173.25 Caron, Jeremy 1 $ 151.04 Carson, Benjamin A 1 $ 335.12 Castle Fuels (2008) Inc 1 $ 420.73 Castlegar Home Hardware 3 $ 764.50 CDW Canada Corp 14 $ 14,677.83 Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society 1 $ 2,000.00 CentralSquare Canada Software Inc. 1 $ 354.38 CGW Plumbing & Heating Ltd 1 $ 214.46 Cimco Refrigeration 1 $ 52.50 Cintas Canada Ltd Location 889 1 $ 121.03 Classic Glass & Trim 2 $ 152.00 Cleartech Industries Inc 3 $ 2,901.12 Cloverdale Paint Inc 2 $ 556.27

228 Remaining 20% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 1,119 $ 445,830.68 Coleman Properties Ltd 1 $ 85.84 College Of The Rockies 3 $ 3,400.00 Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation 4 $ 2,788.80 Columbia Wireless Inc 9 $ 756.00 Comfort Welding Ltd 16 $ 3,321.66 Cottonwood Autobody Ltd 1 $ 1,167.08 Cowan´s Office Supplies 34 $ 9,723.17 Cowen, Cole 1 $ 300.00 Cranbrook Water Conditioning Ltd. 7 $ 184.36 Crawford Bay Store 7 $ 412.28 Creston Card & Stationery 6 $ 384.68 Creston Parcel & Delivery Inc. 1 $ 84.00 Creston, Town Of 1 $ 540.77 Crews Control Flagging Ltd. 1 $ 390.60 Cupe Local 2262 2 $ 2,903.67 Cupe Local 748 2 $ 1,500.04 Dave´s Plumbing Ltd 3 $ 4,222.54 DB Perks & Associates Ltd 4 $ 1,643.38 Deboon, Arnold 1 $ 265.00 Design On The Go 1 $ 367.50 DHC Communications Inc 2 $ 2,241.34 Don Renzie Holdings 1 $ 420.00 Doug´S Disposal Service 1 $ 94.50 Downtown Automotive 1 $ 97.52 Downtown Shell 1 $ 335.89 Dr. Lee-Anne Laverty 1 $ 35.00 Dynamic Online Marketing Corp 1 $ 861.00 East Shore Internet Society 1 $ 123.20 East Shore Mainstreet 2 $ 232.05 EECOL Electric Corp. 3 $ 1,110.94 Emco Corporation 3 $ 1,073.94 Environmental Operators Certification Program 3 $ 171.64 Erickson History Book Project 1 $ 1,500.00 Esovoloff, Jennica 2 $ 250.00 Expresslane Deliveries 1 $ 312.06 Federated Co-Operatives Ltd 4 $ 646.00 Fehr, Carol 2 $ 1,075.57 Fernie, Stevie 1 $ 50.00 First Aid & Survival Technologies Ltd 1 $ 189.00 Fisher´S Regalia 1 $ 97.37 Five Star Uniforms 1 $ 134.35 FortisBC - Electricity 36 $ 19,243.96 Fortisbc - Natural Gas 2 $ 78.45 Fotiou, Levi 1 $ 167.99 Four Star Communications Inc 1 $ 99.75 Fraser Valley Building Supplies Inc. 4 $ 97.78 Friesen, Matthew 1 $ 997.50 Frith, Peggy 2 $ 640.02 Full Spectrum Electric 1 $ 168.00 Gainham, Christopher 1 $ 2,000.00 Garnier, Cody 1 $ 472.00 Gazzard, Kristi A 1 $ 236.00 Gerhardt, Julia C 1 $ 205.32 GFL Environmental Inc. 2019 5 $ 4,210.50 Gilbert Parts Depot 17 $ 1,192.43 Glade Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Glade Recreation Commission (Society) 1 $ 2,000.00 Gray Creek Store 5 $ 429.55 Gray´s Contracting 4 $ 2,776.93 Greene, Gregory 2 $ 1,782.39 Greep, Wes 5 $ 1,203.75

229 Remaining 20% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 1,119 $ 445,830.68 Guille, Pam 6 $ 10,500.00 Guillevin International Inc 6 $ 1,746.37 Habljak, Julia 1 $ 47.20 Hadiken, Sam 1 $ 1,935.00 Hall Printing 5 $ 1,758.09 Hills Recreation Society 1 $ 1,000.00 Hil-Tech Contracting Ltd 1 $ 366.66 Hipperson Hardware 4 $ 204.86 Hi-Way 9 Express Ltd 3 $ 81.78 HomePlus Products 2 $ 2,839.72 HomePlus Products Inc. 1 $ 207.67 Hub Fire Engines & Equipment Ltd 2 $ 205.00 Hufty´s Leasing Ltd 1 $ 497.88 HuskyPro 1 $ 1,141.02 Hywood Truck & Equipment Ltd 22 $ 12,110.98 I Love Creston Marketing Ltd 1 $ 262.50 I.T. Blueprint Solutions Consulting Inc. 2 $ 2,862.72 ICONIX Waterworks Ltd Partnership 2 $ 1,144.35 In the Air Networks 1 $ 78.40 Industrial Alliance Insurance 1 $ 756.04 Infosat Communications 1 $ 242.06 Inland Allcare 15 $ 3,009.51 Insight Canada Inc. 3 $ 886.57 Insurance Corporation of BC 1 $ 1,176.00 Interior Health Authority - Environmental Health 21 $ 3,575.99 Iridia Medical 1 $ 128.80 Iron Bull Welding 3 $ 2,829.75 Iron Mountain 1 $ 464.45 Jennifer Wickwire 1 $ 300.00 JK Excavation Ltd. 2 $ 1,883.00 Johnson, Melissa H 1 $ 79.06 Justice Institute Of Bc 2 $ 1,895.10 JVW Property Maintenance 1 $ 467.25 Kaslo Building Maintenance 1 $ 535.50 Kaslo Building Supplies 3 $ 274.23 Kaslo Home Hardware 1 $ 6.04 Kaslo Infonet Society 1 $ 72.69 Kaslo, Village Of 1 $ 63.24 Kathy Gordon´s Cleaning Services 6 $ 600.00 Keegz South Country Towing Ltd 1 $ 630.00 Kemle, Gillian 1 $ 2,000.00 Kemlee Equipment Ltd 2 $ 393.54 Kennlyn Enterprises 4 $ 2,264.20 Kilburn, Jackie 2 $ 3,380.00 Kindred, Shelly 1 $ 50.00 Kokanee Fire & Safety Ltd. 2 $ 469.78 Kokanee Ford Sales Ltd. 2 $ 345.02 Kokanee Park Marine Ltd 1 $ 87.00 Kokanee Peaks Interiors 1 $ 1,528.41 Kokanee Rural Internet 1 $ 89.60 Kone Inc 1 $ 1,272.98 Kootenay Carshare Cooperative 2 $ 45.92 Kootenay Communications Ltd 1 $ 2,079.00 Kootenay Glass & Mirror Ltd 2 $ 267.11 Kootenay Health Services Inc. 1 $ 1,020.00 Kootenay Industrial Supply Ltd 16 $ 2,321.33 Kootenay Lake Electric Ltd 1 $ 581.07 Kootenay Medical Centre 1 $ 50.00 Kootenay Native Plant Society 1 $ 1,000.00 Kootenay Swiftwater Specialists 1 $ 259.87 Kootenay Valley Water & Spas 4 $ 95.40

230 Remaining 20% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 1,119 $ 445,830.68 Kyle, James 1 $ 85.55 Lane, Harvey 1 $ 129.80 Lectric Ave Electronics 3 $ 108.33 Legend Logos 1 $ 631.30 Lesperance Mendes 1 $ 1,442.56 Levine Electric Ltd. 1 $ 240.20 LexisNexis Canada Inc. 1 $ 572.78 Liberty Tire Recycling Canada Ltd. 1 $ 529.20 Lidstone & Company 5 $ 1,480.37 Lifesaving Society 3 $ 415.00 Lin & Mike Plumbing & Heating Ltd 1 $ 449.56 Linn, James 1 $ 315.00 Lo-Cost Propane 1 $ 1,725.25 LogMeIn Ireland Limited 5 $ 2,522.24 Loomis Express 1 $ 138.98 Lordco Parts Ltd 12 $ 811.78 LV Rogers Graduating Class of 2021 2 $ 1,750.00 M.J Fabrication & Maintenance Welding 1 $ 798.00 MAGPYE Productions 1 $ 1,120.00 Main Jet Motorsports Inc 1 $ 806.29 Martech Electrical Systems Ltd 3 $ 1,019.82 Martens, Jocelyn R 1 $ 153.40 Matheson, Janet P 1 $ 240.45 May, Karen 1 $ 440.00 Mayday Electric Ltd 1 $ 778.31 McEwan, Clayton 2 $ 1,746.83 McIntyre, Amanda 1 $ 273.00 Mega Technical Holdings Ltd 1 $ 591.17 Mel B Digital 1 $ 35.00 Mike Jones Enterprises Ltd 3 $ 787.50 Mills Bros Construction Ltd 2 $ 2,753.80 Minister of Finance 3 $ 672.22 Minister Of Finance - Product Distribution Centre 5 $ 1,269.79 Mitchell Supply Ltd 11 $ 1,283.06 Mount Sentinel Secondary School 1 $ 250.00 Municipal Insurance Association Of BC 1 $ 448.63 MWA Environmental Consultants Ltd. 1 $ 401.63 Nakusp Home Hardware 1 $ 86.74 Nakusp Volunteer Fire Brigade 1 $ 1,583.40 Nanaimo, City of 32 $ 13,503.00 Napa Auto Parts (Nelson) 3 $ 136.69 Navigata Communications Limited 1 $ 55.80 Nelson & Area Friends of the Family 3 $ 6,000.00 Nelson Building Centre Ltd 23 $ 2,397.80 Nelson Chrysler A Division of City Auto Ltd 1 $ 47.83 Nelson Farmers Supply Ltd 8 $ 1,388.76 Nelson Hydro 20 $ 10,061.12 Nelson Toyota 2 $ 1,213.91 Nelson, City Of 3 $ 3,367.50 Nenn, Krista 2 $ 300.00 North Slocan Trails Society 1 $ 2,000.00 Northtown Rental & Sales 5 $ 445.76 Nufloors Creston 1 $ 183.57 Okanagan Audio Lab Ltd 2 $ 927.15 One time Electrical 1 $ 174.93 Orkin Canada Corporation 2 $ 281.40 Ostafichuk, Neil 1 $ 54.28 Overland West Freight Lines Ltd 2 $ 1,463.82 P.L.A.D. Holdings Ltd. 1 $ 467.25 Panko, Bridget 1 $ 231.00 Parantar, Hazel 1 $ 650.00

231 Remaining 20% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 1,119 $ 445,830.68 Parkland Corporation 1 $ 587.12 Pass Creek Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Passmore Laboratory Ltd 6 $ 855.00 Pennywise 4 $ 1,525.81 Pereversoff Automotive Repair 1 $ 1,356.28 Phoenix Computers 3 $ 236.05 Pigott & Co 1 $ 618.81 Pitney Bowes 2 $ 1,233.12 Postma, Gary 3 $ 4,569.88 Purolator Inc 5 $ 656.62 Pyramid Building Supplies 2 $ 57.13 Quickscribe Services Ltd 1 $ 2,100.00 R Sorenson Tree Services 1 $ 672.00 RC Strategies Inc. 1 $ 1,176.00 Rescue Tools Canada Inc. 1 $ 566.94 ResQtech Systems Inc 2 $ 707.18 Rfs Canada 8 $ 926.87 Ricoh Canada Inc 4 $ 958.07 Riondel Cable Society 2 $ 110.00 Riondel Reading Centre 1 $ 234.00 Rip´s Shoe Re-Nu Ltd 1 $ 654.36 Riverside Farm 4 $ 2,248.05 Rk Schepers Holdings Ltd 33 $ 4,075.41 Roadpost Inc. T46274 3 $ 655.16 Rocky Mountain Agencies 5 $ 7,580.97 Rocky Mountain Phoenix 12 $ 12,893.59 Rook Design Media 1 $ 534.02 Rushforth, Nathen 1 $ 100.00 Ryter, Jaxon 1 $ 100.00 Salmo Valley Youth & Community Centre 1 $ 866.67 Sarraco Crane Service Ltd 1 $ 918.75 Schlosser, Alexandra 3 $ 291.46 Scot Norsemen Enterprises Inc. 1 $ 721.13 Scott, Brent 2 $ 154.46 Secure By Design 1 $ 61.60 Seguin, Daniel 1 $ 100.79 Selkirk College (Nelson) 5 $ 884.00 Selkirk Security Services Ltd 4 $ 576.51 Sew It Seams 1 $ 45.00 Sfj Inc 1 $ 1,471.40 Sharma, Kunal 1 $ 226.56 Shaw Buisness A division of Shaw Telecom G.P. 1 $ 956.60 Shaw Cable 23 $ 3,110.93 Shoreacres Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Six Mile Water Users Community 1 $ 1,126.13 Sk Electronics Ltd 29 $ 8,003.29 Slocan Lake Arena Society 1 $ 750.00 Slocan Park Community Hall Society 1 $ 648.59 Slocan Valley Home Hardware 4 $ 138.42 SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. 1 $ 617.40 Small, Jennifer 1 $ 50.00 Smith Cameron Process Solutions 1 $ 1,039.50 SOS 4 Kids Inc 2 $ 531.30 Speedpro Signs 9 $ 1,747.10 Stafford Welding 5 $ 1,668.60 Stanley Humphries Secondary School 1 $ 2,000.00 Steer Environmental Associates Ltd. 3 $ 2,881.26 Sterling Backcheck Canada Corp. 1 $ 31.06 Stewart Mcdannold Stuart 1 $ 336.00 Storey, Bryan 1 $ 255.10 Sun Valley Nissan 1 $ 197.28

232 Remaining 20% of payments by value Number of Payments Value 1,119 $ 445,830.68 Sundry Vendor 26 $ 5,056.73 Superior Lighting & Bath 1 $ 15.29 Swift Internet 2 $ 148.96 Swyrich Corporation 1 $ 585.90 Taghum Shell (1997) 10 $ 682.72 TALIN Security & Electrical 1 $ 312.16 Tarrys Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Tarrys Fire Department Social Club 1 $ 1,000.00 Technical Safety BC 1 $ 314.00 Telus Communications Inc 5 $ 3,311.47 Tenaquip Industrial Distribution 1 $ 137.92 Terrapure 1 $ 57.89 The BC Conservation Foundation 1 $ 1,200.00 The Corporation of the Village of Silverton 4 $ 1,995.00 The Prophet Corporation 1 $ 255.59 Thomas & Company Locksmithing Ltd. 1 $ 241.45 Thor´s Pizza 1 $ 87.26 Tip-it Waste Solutions Inc. 8 $ 1,952.93 Trane Canada ULC 1 $ 1,967.18 Tratech Mechanical Ltd 1 $ 669.82 Tremlock Properties Ltd 3 $ 1,391.27 Tri City Pumps & Power 1 $ 970.00 Trowelex Equipment Rentals And Sales 12 $ 7,794.83 Tu-Dor Lock & Safe Ltd 4 $ 938.44 Twin River Chorale Society 2 $ 1,000.00 Ups Canada 1 $ 32.06 Urban Systems Ltd. 1 $ 2,228.31 Valhalla Wilderness Society 1 $ 1,000.00 Vallen Canada Inc 1 $ 131.61 Valley Voice Ltd 2 $ 484.05 Van Houtte Coffee Services 2 $ 415.26 Van Kam Freightways Ltd 1 $ 873.38 Vista Radio Ltd 1 $ 252.00 Vitalaire Canada Inc 1 $ 6.72 W.H. Excavating 3 $ 2,485.88 Waste Management 11 $ 2,753.54 Wesco Distribution-Canada Inc 5 $ 568.25 West Creston Community Hall Society 1 $ 2,000.00 Western Auto Wreckers (1974) Ltd 1 $ 1,475.25 WFR Wholesale Fire & Rescue Ltd 6 $ 1,883.41 Wilkinson, James 2 $ 1,097.99 Wood Wyant Inc 10 $ 4,691.56 Workers Compensation Board - Alberta 1 $ 200.00 Xplornet Communications Inc 1 $ 105.84 Yahk-Kingsgate Recreation Society 1 $ 1,000.00 Yellow Pages Group 2 $ 30.70 Yellowhead Road & Bridge 1 $ 241.50 Zol, Darryl 1 $ 50.40 Zone West Enterprises Ltd 3 $ 327.67

233 Accounts Payable Top 80% of Payments for March 2021

Directors Number of Payments Value 0 $0

Employees Number of Payments Value 47 $18,994

Anderson, Heather 1 $ 139.34 Balestra, Elaine D 1 $ 389.40 Beaudet, Philippe 1 $ 28.34 Bebelman, Aaron 3 $ 2,420.19 Benjamin, Debra 1 $ 12.84 Best, Elyshia 1 $ 150.00 Bloodoff, Vanessa 1 $ 1,010.08 Caron, Jeremy 1 $ 151.04 Carson, Benjamin A 1 $ 335.12 Cowen, Cole 1 $ 300.00 Fehr, Carol 2 $ 1,075.57 Fernie, Stevie 1 $ 50.00 Fotiou, Levi 1 $ 167.99 Friesen, Matthew 1 $ 997.50 Gainham, Christopher 1 $ 2,000.00 Garnier, Cody 1 $ 472.00 Gazzard, Kristi A 1 $ 236.00 Gerhardt, Julia C 1 $ 205.32 Greene, Gregory 2 $ 1,782.39 Habljak, Julia 1 $ 47.20 Hadiken, Sam 1 $ 1,935.00 Johnson, Melissa H 1 $ 79.06 Kindred, Shelly 1 $ 50.00 Kyle, James 1 $ 85.55 Lane, Harvey 1 $ 129.80 Martens, Jocelyn R 1 $ 153.40 Matheson, Janet P 1 $ 240.45 McEwan, Clayton 2 $ 1,746.83 McIntyre, Amanda 1 $ 273.00 Ostafichuk, Neil 1 $ 54.28 Ryter, Jaxon 1 $ 100.00 Schlosser, Alexandra 3 $ 291.46 Scott, Brent 2 $ 154.46 Seguin, Daniel 1 $ 100.79 Sharma, Kunal 1 $ 226.56 Storey, Bryan 1 $ 255.10 Wilkinson, James 2 $ 1,097.99 Zol, Darryl 1 $ 50.40

234 Grants by Type

Columbia Basin Trust Grants 2%

Community Development Grants RDCK 17% 24%

FSG 2%

Community Works Grants EDC 23% 12%

Rec. #6 1%

KLCFF 5%

Discretionary Grants 14%

Columbia Basin Trust Grants Community Development Grants Community Works Grants

Discretionary Grants KLCFF Rec. #6

EDC FSG RDCK

235 Accounts Payable for March 2021 Breakdown by Type of Payment

Discretionary, Community Development, and Other Grants Number of Payments 51 $ 254,824.33

Arrow Lakes ATV Club 2 $ 10,000.00 Bonnington Improvement District 1 $ 25,000.00 Canyon Lister Fire Protection Society 1 $ 3,200.00 Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society 1 $ 2,000.00 East Shore Kootenay Lake Community Health Society 1 $ 2,500.00 East Shore Transportation Society 1 $ 5,000.00 Erickson History Book Project 1 $ 1,500.00 Fields Forward 1 $ 50,000.00 Friends of the Lardeau River 1 $ 2,400.00 Glade Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Glade Recreation Commission (Society) 1 $ 2,000.00 Hills Recreation Society 1 $ 1,000.00 Kitchener Valley Recreation & Fire Protection Society 1 $ 3,500.00 Kootenay Centre for Forestry Alternatives 1 $ 2,400.00 Kootenay Family Place 1 $ 5,000.00 Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce 1 $ 24,500.00 Kootenay Native Plant Society 1 $ 1,000.00 LV Rogers Graduating Class of 2021 2 $ 1,750.00 Mirror Lake Water User´s Community 1 $ 10,000.00 Mount Sentinel Secondary School 1 $ 250.00 Nakusp Volunteer Fire Brigade 1 $ 1,583.40 Nelson & Area Friends of the Family 3 $ 6,000.00 Nelson Public Library 2 $ 6,600.00 Nelson Senior Citizens Assoc. Branch #51 1 $ 3,521.30 North Slocan Trails Society 1 $ 2,000.00 Pass Creek Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Procter Community Society 1 $ 33,070.00 Robson Community Memorial Church 2 $ 8,173.50 Salmo Public Library Association 1 $ 5,000.00 Shoreacres Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Six Mile Water Users Community 1 $ 1,126.13 Slocan Lake Arena Society 1 $ 750.00 Slocan Lake Early Learning Society 1 $ 2,500.00 Stanley Humphries Secondary School 2 $ 5,500.00 Tarrys Community Hall 1 $ 2,000.00 Tarrys Fire Department Social Club 1 $ 1,000.00 The BC Conservation Foundation 1 $ 1,200.00 Twin River Chorale Society 2 $ 1,000.00 USCC 1 $ 4,000.00 Valhalla Nordic Ski Club 1 $ 4,800.00 Valhalla Wilderness Society 1 $ 1,000.00 West Creston Community Hall Society 1 $ 2,000.00 Wildlife Conservation Society of Canada 1 $ 3,000.00

All Other Vendors Number of Payments Value 1,159 $ 1,954,126.29

0954170 BC Ltd 1 $ 1,596.00 1022117 Alberta Ltd. 6 $ 11,369.40 1162587 AB Ltd. 1 $ 1,782.38 12445450 Canada Inc. 3 $ 398.48 547839 BC Ltd. 1 $ 735.00 ACE Courier Services 4 $ 248.46 Aco Container Systems, a Division of Rotoplast Inc. 1 $ 9,395.62 Air Liquide Canada Inc 3 $ 159.54 Alberta Fire Chiefs Association 1 $ 2,330.59 All Elements Industries Ltd. 1 $ 149.63 All Signs Graphics and Printing 1 $ 207.22 Ancron Medical Centre 1 $ 35.00 Andex Equipment Rentals 4 $ 3,382.48 Andrew Sheret Ltd 15 $ 1,884.69 Arcright Plumbing & Heating 1 $ 750.40 Arrow Lakes Aggregates 5 $ 65,236.97 Arrow Mountain Carwash & Mini Storage Ltd 3 $ 9,450.00 Associated Fire Safety Equipment 2 $ 612.21 Atomic Crayon 3 $ 2,456.53 B&L Security Patrol (1981) Ltd 2 $ 1,171.80 Balfour Autobody & Mechanical Ltd. 1 $ 55.95 Balfour Gill And Gift 1 $ 554.02 Bc Fire Training Officers Association 4 $ 630.00 BC Hydro & Power Authority 3 $ 4,329.85 BC Transit 3 $ 112,051.16 Bi Purewater 1 $ 355.43 Bigfoot Security Systems 1 $ 126.00 Bill´s Heavy Duty Enterprises (2004) Ltd. 2 $ 216.34 Blade Runner Shredding 1 $ 65.04 B-Love Yard Maintenance 1 $ 500.00 Bowick Electric 1 $ 73.50 Building Officials´ Association Of Bc 1 $ 420.00

236 All Other Vendors Number of Payments Value 1,159 $ 1,954,126.29 Burkert Canada Inc 1 $ 1,463.47 Burton Internet Society 1 $ 39.20 Canada Life Assurance Company Group Account 1 $ 1,750.00 Canada Post Corporation - Remittance Processing 1 $ 222.98 Canada West Refrigeration Ltd 1 $ 4,142.25 Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety 3 $ 75.00 Canadian Red Cross 2 $ 624.00 Canadian Tire Castlegar (492) 9 $ 807.28 CanGas Propane Inc. 12 $ 9,999.18 Caro Analytical Services 1 $ 173.25 Castle Fuels (2008) Inc 1 $ 420.73 Castlegar Home Hardware 3 $ 764.50 Castlegar Toyota 1 $ 41,734.56 CDW Canada Corp 14 $ 14,677.83 Central Kootenay Garbage Club 1 $ 9,292.50 CentralSquare Canada Software Inc. 1 $ 354.38 CGW Plumbing & Heating Ltd 1 $ 214.46 Cimco Refrigeration 1 $ 52.50 Cintas Canada Ltd Location 889 1 $ 121.03 Classic Glass & Trim 2 $ 152.00 Cleartech Industries Inc 5 $ 8,047.45 Cloverdale Paint Inc 2 $ 556.27 Coleman Properties Ltd 1 $ 85.84 College Of The Rockies 3 $ 3,400.00 Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation 4 $ 2,788.80 Columbia Wireless Inc 9 $ 756.00 Comfort Welding Ltd 17 $ 6,871.38 Cottonwood Autobody Ltd 1 $ 1,167.08 Cover Architectural Collaborative Inc. 2 $ 26,523.31 Cowan´s Office Supplies 34 $ 9,723.17 Cranbrook Water Conditioning Ltd. 7 $ 184.36 Crawford Bay Store 7 $ 412.28 Creston Card & Stationery 6 $ 384.68 Creston Parcel & Delivery Inc. 1 $ 84.00 Creston Valley Chamber Of Commerce 1 $ 2,651.25 Creston, Town Of 2 $ 19,540.77 Crews Control Flagging Ltd. 1 $ 390.60 Cummins Western Canada 1 $ 2,880.17 Cupe Local 2262 3 $ 17,544.82 Cupe Local 748 3 $ 8,912.53 Dave´s Plumbing Ltd 4 $ 6,956.92 DB Perks & Associates Ltd 4 $ 1,643.38 Deboon, Arnold 1 $ 265.00 Design On The Go 1 $ 367.50 DHC Communications Inc 2 $ 2,241.34 Don Renzie Holdings 1 $ 420.00 Doug´S Disposal Service 1 $ 94.50 Downtown Automotive 1 $ 97.52 Downtown Shell 1 $ 335.89 Dr. Lee-Anne Laverty 1 $ 35.00 Dynamic Online Marketing Corp 1 $ 861.00 East Shore Internet Society 1 $ 123.20 East Shore Mainstreet 2 $ 232.05 EECOL Electric Corp. 3 $ 1,110.94 Emco Corporation 3 $ 1,073.94 Environmental Operators Certification Program 3 $ 171.64 Esovoloff, Jennica 2 $ 250.00 Expresslane Deliveries 1 $ 312.06 Federated Co-Operatives Ltd 4 $ 646.00 Federation of Canadian Municipalities 1 $ 13,392.40 Finning International Inc 1 $ 128,800.00 First Aid & Survival Technologies Ltd 1 $ 189.00 Fisher´S Regalia 1 $ 97.37 Five Star Uniforms 1 $ 134.35 FortisBC - Electricity 40 $ 51,061.98 Fortisbc - Natural Gas 4 $ 34,975.23 Four Star Communications Inc 1 $ 99.75 Fraser Valley Building Supplies Inc. 4 $ 97.78 Frith, Peggy 2 $ 640.02 Full Spectrum Electric 1 $ 168.00 GFL Environmental Inc. 2019 7 $ 64,319.85 Gilbert Parts Depot 17 $ 1,192.43 Gray Creek Store 5 $ 429.55 Gray´s Contracting 4 $ 2,776.93 Greep, Wes 5 $ 1,203.75 Guille, Pam 6 $ 10,500.00 Guillevin International Inc 8 $ 12,466.94 Hall Printing 5 $ 1,758.09 Hil-Tech Contracting Ltd 2 $ 14,663.63 Hipperson Hardware 4 $ 204.86 Hi-Way 9 Express Ltd 3 $ 81.78 HomePlus Products 2 $ 2,839.72 HomePlus Products Inc. 1 $ 207.67 Hub Fire Engines & Equipment Ltd 2 $ 205.00

237 All Other Vendors Number of Payments Value 1,159 $ 1,954,126.29 Hufty´s Leasing Ltd 1 $ 497.88 HuskyPro 1 $ 1,141.02 Hywood Truck & Equipment Ltd 25 $ 22,549.49 I Love Creston Marketing Ltd 1 $ 262.50 I.T. Blueprint Solutions Consulting Inc. 2 $ 2,862.72 ICONIX Waterworks Ltd Partnership 2 $ 1,144.35 In the Air Networks 1 $ 78.40 Industrial Alliance Insurance 1 $ 756.04 Infosat Communications 1 $ 242.06 Inland Allcare 15 $ 3,009.51 Insight Canada Inc. 3 $ 886.57 Insurance Corporation of BC 1 $ 1,176.00 Integrated Sustainability Consultants Ltd. 2 $ 74,634.78 Interior Health Authority - Environmental Health 21 $ 3,575.99 Iridia Medical 1 $ 128.80 Iron Bull Welding 3 $ 2,829.75 Iron Mountain 1 $ 464.45 Jennifer Wickwire 1 $ 300.00 JK Excavation Ltd. 5 $ 13,046.25 Justice Institute Of Bc 2 $ 1,895.10 JVW Property Maintenance 1 $ 467.25 Kaslo Building Maintenance 1 $ 535.50 Kaslo Building Supplies 3 $ 274.23 Kaslo Home Hardware 1 $ 6.04 Kaslo Infonet Society 1 $ 72.69 Kaslo, Village Of 1 $ 63.24 Kathy Gordon´s Cleaning Services 6 $ 600.00 Kays Road Contracting Ltd 1 $ 6,300.00 Keegz South Country Towing Ltd 1 $ 630.00 Kelly´s Maintenance and Services 1 $ 2,625.00 KEM Services 1 $ 2,838.48 Kemle, Gillian 1 $ 2,000.00 Kemlee Equipment Ltd 2 $ 393.54 Kennlyn Enterprises 5 $ 4,766.85 KGC Fire Rescue Inc 1 $ 17,820.22 Kilburn, Jackie 2 $ 3,380.00 Klines Motors Ltd. 1 $ 4,305.00 Kokanee Fire & Safety Ltd. 2 $ 469.78 Kokanee Ford Sales Ltd. 2 $ 345.02 Kokanee Park Marine Ltd 2 $ 3,237.00 Kokanee Peaks Interiors 1 $ 1,528.41 Kokanee Rural Internet 1 $ 89.60 Kone Inc 1 $ 1,272.98 Kootenay Carshare Cooperative 2 $ 45.92 Kootenay Communications Ltd 1 $ 2,079.00 Kootenay Glass & Mirror Ltd 2 $ 267.11 Kootenay Health Services Inc. 1 $ 1,020.00 Kootenay Industrial Supply Ltd 16 $ 2,321.33 Kootenay Lake Electric Ltd 1 $ 581.07 Kootenay Medical Centre 1 $ 50.00 Kootenay Swiftwater Specialists 1 $ 259.87 Kootenay Valley Water & Spas 4 $ 95.40 Lectric Ave Electronics 3 $ 108.33 Legend Logos 1 $ 631.30 Lesperance Mendes 2 $ 6,955.20 Levine Electric Ltd. 1 $ 240.20 LexisNexis Canada Inc. 1 $ 572.78 Liberty Tire Recycling Canada Ltd. 1 $ 529.20 Lidstone & Company 5 $ 1,480.37 Lifesaving Society 3 $ 415.00 Lin & Mike Plumbing & Heating Ltd 1 $ 449.56 Linn, James 1 $ 315.00 Little h Design Works 1 $ 2,811.38 Lo-Cost Propane 1 $ 1,725.25 LogMeIn Ireland Limited 5 $ 2,522.24 Loomis Express 1 $ 138.98 Lordco Parts Ltd 12 $ 811.78 M.J Fabrication & Maintenance Welding 1 $ 798.00 MAGPYE Productions 1 $ 1,120.00 Main Jet Motorsports Inc 1 $ 806.29 Martech Electrical Systems Ltd 3 $ 1,019.82 May, Karen 1 $ 440.00 Mayday Electric Ltd 1 $ 778.31 Medteq Solutions CA Ltd. 1 $ 49,873.60 Mega Technical Holdings Ltd 1 $ 591.17 Mel B Digital 1 $ 35.00 Micah´s Plumbing & Heating Ltd. 1 $ 5,414.58 Mike Jones Enterprises Ltd 3 $ 787.50 Mills Bros Construction Ltd 3 $ 8,393.00 Minister of Finance 4 $ 3,277.69 Minister Of Finance - Product Distribution Centre 5 $ 1,269.79 Mitchell Supply Ltd 11 $ 1,283.06 Mountain Transport Institute ltd 1 $ 2,410.00 Municipal Insurance Association Of BC 3 $ 15,840.33

238 All Other Vendors Number of Payments Value 1,159 $ 1,954,126.29 MWA Environmental Consultants Ltd. 2 $ 4,790.63 Nakusp Home Hardware 1 $ 86.74 Nanaimo, City of 33 $ 16,758.00 Napa Auto Parts (Nelson) 3 $ 136.69 Navigata Communications Limited 1 $ 55.80 Nelson Building Centre Ltd 23 $ 2,397.80 Nelson Chrysler A Division of City Auto Ltd 1 $ 47.83 Nelson Farmers Supply Ltd 8 $ 1,388.76 Nelson Hydro 21 $ 29,100.55 Nelson Leafs Hockey Society 1 $ 4,683.00 Nelson Toyota 2 $ 1,213.91 Nelson, City Of 3 $ 3,367.50 Nenn, Krista 2 $ 300.00 Network Test Labs Inc. 1 $ 20,202.01 Northtown Rental & Sales 5 $ 445.76 Nufloors Creston 1 $ 183.57 Okanagan Audio Lab Ltd 2 $ 927.15 One time Electrical 1 $ 174.93 Orkin Canada Corporation 2 $ 281.40 Overland West Freight Lines Ltd 2 $ 1,463.82 P.L.A.D. Holdings Ltd. 1 $ 467.25 Panko, Bridget 1 $ 231.00 Parantar, Hazel 1 $ 650.00 Parkland Corporation 1 $ 587.12 Passmore Laboratory Ltd 6 $ 855.00 Pennywise 4 $ 1,525.81 Pereversoff Automotive Repair 2 $ 5,071.82 Phoenix Computers 3 $ 236.05 Pigott & Co 1 $ 618.81 Pitney Bowes 2 $ 1,233.12 Postma, Gary 3 $ 4,569.88 Purolator Inc 5 $ 656.62 Pyramid Building Supplies 2 $ 57.13 Quickscribe Services Ltd 1 $ 2,100.00 R Sorenson Tree Services 1 $ 672.00 Ramtech Environmental Products 1 $ 6,496.00 RC Strategies Inc. 4 $ 10,780.35 Receiver General 3 $ 335,074.31 Recollect Systems Inc. 1 $ 3,346.56 Reliance Office Services Ltd 1 $ 2,415.00 Rescue Tools Canada Inc. 1 $ 566.94 ResQtech Systems Inc 2 $ 707.18 Rfs Canada 8 $ 926.87 Ricoh Canada Inc 4 $ 958.07 Riondel Cable Society 2 $ 110.00 Riondel Reading Centre 1 $ 234.00 Rip´s Shoe Re-Nu Ltd 1 $ 654.36 Riverside Farm 7 $ 18,038.18 Rk Schepers Holdings Ltd 33 $ 4,075.41 Roadpost Inc. T46274 3 $ 655.16 Robson-Raspberry Improvement District 1 $ 3,186.00 Rocky Mountain Agencies 6 $ 10,227.06 Rocky Mountain Phoenix 18 $ 44,162.80 Rook Design Media 1 $ 534.02

239 March 2021 Capital Review

March 2021 Capital VS Operating Expenditures

Capital, $456,245 , 29% Operating, $1,122,768 , 71%

Operating Capital

240 February 2021 Capital Review

March 2021 Capital by Service

$553 , 0% $11,955 , 3% $8,001 , 2% $23,856 , 5% $73 , 0% $2,122 , 0% $9,710 , 2% $17,025 , 4% $34 , 0% $6,759 , 1% $78,979 , 17% $5,003 , 1%

$39,963 , 9%

$9,668 , 2%

$31,116 , 7%

$48,405 , 11%

$103 , 0% $162,921 , 36%

Arena (Castlegar Complex)-Castlegar and Areas I and J Emergency Consolidated Services Fire Protection-Area A (Riondel) Fire Protection-Area F (North Shore) Fire Protection-Areas A and C (Wynndel, Lakeview) Recreation Facility-Area A (Riondel) Recreation Facility-Nelson and Areas F and Defined E Refuse Disposal (Central Subregion)-Nelson, Kaslo, Salmo and Areas D, E, F, and G Refuse Disposal (East Subregion)-Creston and Areas A, B and C Refuse Disposal (West Subregion)-Castlegar, New Denver, Slocan and Area H, I, J, and K Regional Parks-Nelson, Salmo and Areas E, F and G Utilities Construction Water Utility-Area B (Arrow Creek) Water Utility-Area D (Woodbury) Water Utility-Area E (Balfour) Water Utility-Area F (Woodland Heights) Water Utility-Area H (South Slocan) Water Utility-Area K (Fauquier)

241 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY

Bylaw No. 2722

A Bylaw to amend Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018.

WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend the Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018, and amendments thereto.

NOW THEREFORE the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay, in open meeting assembled, HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

APPLICATION

1 That Schedule ‘A.1’ of Regional District of Central Kootenay Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018 be amended by changing the Land Use Designation of DL 9524, KD, EXCEPT PART INCLUDED IN PLAN 5919 (PID: 016-455-240) from Resource Area (RA) to Rural Residential (RR), as shown on the attached Map.

2 That Schedule ‘B.1’ of Regional District of Central Kootenay Electoral Area ‘G’ Land Use Bylaw No. 2452, 2018 be amended by changing the Zoning Designation of DL 9524, KD, EXCEPT PART INCLUDED IN PLAN 5919 (PID: 016-455-240) from Resource Area (RA) Remote Residential (R4), as shown on the attached Map.

3 This Bylaw shall come into force and effect upon its adoption.

CITATION

4 This Bylaw may be cited as “Amending Bylaw No. 2722, 2020.”

READ A FIRST TIME this 20th day of August , 2020.

READ A SECOND TIME this 20th day of August , 2020.

WHEREAS A PUBLIC HEARING was held this 22nd day of October, 2020.

READ A THIRD TIME this 19th day of November, 2020.

ADOPTED by an affirmative vote of at least 2/3 of the votes cast this 15th day of April, 2021.

Aimee Watson, Board Chair Mike Morrison, Corporate Officer

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Schedule A.1 of Amendment Bylaw Map Scale: No 2722, 2020 1:15,000 5 Date: Thursday, August 6, 2020 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Z2004G-29038.620 - Thomson-BA000041 Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive, The mapping information shown are approximate representations and should only Nelson, BC V1L 5R4 Schedule 'A.1' be used for reference purposes. The Regional District Phone: 1-800-268-7325 www.rdck.bc.ca 243 of Central Kootenay is not responsible for any [email protected] OCP Designation errors or omissions on this map. R3 Legend RA d R 2 1 y 5 b h Civic Address t 8 7 o o B 9 Roads P971

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Schedule B.1 of Amendment Bylaw Map Scale: No 2722, 2020 1:15,000 5 Date: Thursday, August 6, 2020 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Z2004G-29038.620 - Thomson-BA000041 Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive, The mapping information shown are approximate representations and should only Nelson, BC V1L 5R4 Schedule 'B.1' be used for reference purposes. The Regional District Phone: 1-800-268-7325 www.rdck.bc.ca 244 of Central Kootenay is not responsible for any [email protected] Zone Designation errors or omissions on this map. REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Committee Report

Date of Report: March 30, 2021 Date of Meeting: April 15, 2021 Rural Affairs Committee Type of Meeting: Regular Open Board Author: Eileen Senyk Subject: BYLAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION File: Z2005I-05781.000-TARRYS_COMMUNITY_HALL-BA000042

SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is for the Board to consider a Bylaw Amendment to RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 to facilitate the operation of a Day Care Facility. The subject properties are located on Highway 3A in Electoral Area ‘I’. The properties are owned by the Tarrys Community Hall Society and are the location of the Tarrys Community Hall. The properties are adjacent to each other and are used as one property (see Figure 1).

At the February 18, 2021 Open Board meeting the Board resolved to give the amending bylaw First and Second reading and to waive the public hearing.

Staff is recommending that the Board now give the amending bylaw THIRD reading by content.

SECTION 2: BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS

GENERAL INFORMATION Property Owners: Tarrys Community Hall Society Property Address: 1986 Highway 3A, Tarrys Legal Description: THAT PART OF LOT 1 DISTRICT LOT 1239 KOOTENAY DISTRICT PLAN 857 SHOWN OUTLINED RED ON EXPLANATORY PLAN 35476I WHICH LIE BETWEEN THE EAST BOUNDARY OF THE EASTERLY GOVERNMENT ROAD SHOWN ON PLAN 857 AND THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY AS SHOWN ON PLAN 638D (PID 016-064-674) And THAT PART OF LOT 2 DISTRICT LOT 1239 KOOTENAY DISTRICT PLAN 857 SHOWN OUTLINED RED ON EXPLANATORY PLAN 35476I WHICH LIE BETWEEN THE EAST BOUNDARY OF THE EASTERLY GOVERNMENT ROAD SHOWN ON PLAN 857 AND THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY AS SHOWN ON PLAN 638D (PID 016-064-682) Property Sizes: Lot 1 = 0.55 hectares Lot 2 = 0.74 hectares Zoning Designation: Agriculture 4 (AG4) RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 OCP Designation: Agriculture (AG) Area I & J Official Community Plan No. 1157, 1996

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Surrounding Land Use Zoning North Residential and Comprehensive Development Zone (old Tarrys School property) South Agricultural/Residential East Railroad track (active) and Open Space (Kootenay River) West Agricultural/Residential

The Tarrys Community Hall Society (the Society) has requested that a Day Care Facility be added to the existing community hall use on the property. A Day Care Facility is defined in the Zoning Bylaw as ‘a building Provincially licensed as a community care facility in which care, supervision or any form of educational or social training not provided under the School Act is provided for any portion of the day to three (3) or more children under six (6) years of age not forming part of the operator's family’. The need for child care in the region has been identified by the Rural Development Institute.

The subject properties are in the Agricultural Land Reserve and the community hall is considered legal non-conforming use as it has been in place prior to adoption of the Agricultural Land Commission Act in 1972. The current use of the Tarrys Community Hall can continue in perpetuity, but pursuant to Section 530 of the Local Government Act the non-conforming use of the land is not authorized to be continued “on a scale or to an extent or degree greater than that at the time of the adoption of the land use regulation bylaw”. This means that new uses can not be added without approval from the Agricultural Land Commission and the RDCK.

In 2019 the Society made application for a Non-Farm Use in the ALR. The application was approved subject to the Properties retaining a zoning and an OCP designation that allows for agricultural use, and that the bylaw amendment be in the form of a site specific text amendment to accommodate the Non- Farm Use. This bylaw amendment application is the way to ensure that the RDCK has also granted approval in manner that is consistent with the ALC’s conditions.

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Figure 1: Overview Map

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Planning Policy

The Kootenay Columbia Rivers Official Community Plan No. 1157, 1996 lays out the following Agricultural Policies which are relevant to this file:

Section 3.4 Agricultural Policies:

3.4.2 All land within the Agricultural Land Reserve shall be zoned for agricultural use unless otherwise approved by the Agricultural Land Commission.

3.4.12 The Board of the Regional District shall support the retention of suitable farm land within the Agricultural Land Reserve.

Section 3.10.7 Community Specific Policies Tarrys/Thrums

3.10.7.4 The lands identified as Community Services on Schedule ‘B’ within Tarrys, shall be encouraged to be maintained and enhanced as a focal point for cultural activities.

3.10.7.5 Development of cultural and non-profit commercial facilities designed to support the operations of the Tarrys Hall are encouraged. Such uses include, but are not limited to, museums, theatres, libraries, art and crafts galleries, food preparation, exhibition/training centres.

Section 3.10.7.5 is particularly important to this discussion as the current proposal aligns with this policy. The Blueberry Creek Community School council is a non-profit Society and registered charity with a mandate to: “provide educational, social cultural and recreational opportunities as a means of building and celebrating community”.

While child care is a large portion of the Council’s community service, they also provide seniors , youth and community development events and programming.

The current proposal would not require a change to the OCP designation of the subject properties, as a simple text amendment in the zoning bylaw will suffice to enable the Day Care use on the subject properties. This ensures that the property will continue to be available for agriculture over time, while supporting the current needs of the community in the short term.

SECTION 3: DETAILED ANALYSIS a. Financial Considerations – Cost and Resource Allocations: Included in Financial Plan: ☐ YES ☒ NO Financial Plan Amendment: ☐ YES ☒ NO Debt Bylaw Required: ☐ YES ☒ NO Public/Gov’t Approvals req’d: ☐ YES ☒ NO The applicable fee for a Land Use Bylaw Amendment application was received in accordance with the Regional District of Central Kootenay Planning Procedures and Fees Bylaw No. 2457, 2015.

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b. Legislative Considerations (Applicable Policies and/or Bylaws): Should the amending bylaw receive First and Second Reading, staff recommend that the Public Hearing be waived. The reason for this is because the Official Community Plan (OCP) designation will not change and the proposal aligns with existing policy in the OCP. Specifically, the proposal aligns with the following OCP policy:

3.10.7.5 Development of cultural and non-profit commercial facilities designed to support the operations of the Tarrys Hall are encouraged. Such uses include, but are not limited to, museums, theatres, libraries, art and crafts galleries, food preparation, exhibition/training centres.

Should the Board decide to waive the Public Hearing, staff will coordinate Notice of Waiving the Public Hearing in accordance with Section 467 of the Local Government Act.

c. Environmental Considerations: None anticipated

d. Social Considerations: The Rural Development Institute (RDI) https://selkirk.ca/research/rdi has identified a need for child care in Electoral Area ‘I’. The RDI undertook a study to determine the feasibility of using community halls as facilities for child care. The RDI identified that “A possible pathway to the sustainability of these halls (both in terms of generating revenue and increasing utilization rates) is to use them as child care facilities at times when they are not in use for community functions. This approach would have the added benefit of addressing a child care shortage in the region. The RDI goes on to state that: “The goal of this project is to conduct research that will allow the RDCK to determine the feasibility of establishing a local government service for Area I that supports usage of community halls for child care.” The Tarrys Community Hall is one of five halls that were included in the study.

The Blueberry Creek Community School Council has committed to provide the Day Care service and has been successful in securing funding to start necessary renovations of the hall that are a requirement for child care licensing. The Blueberry Creek School Council is a non-profit Society.

e. Economic Considerations: Adding the use of a Day Care Facility to the subject properties will increase the economic viability and sustainability of the Tarrys Community Hall. Currently, the Society does not have a secure revenue stream to cover operational costs, and the hall sits empty the majority of the time.

f. Communication Considerations: The application was referred to 46 neighboring land owners, relevant Government Agencies and First Nations. There was no opposition to the proposal at all. The Ministry of Agriculture provided the following response:

Ministry of Agriculture, December 7, 2020 – Land Use Planner and Regional Agrologist

Thank you for providing the opportunity for the Ministry of Agriculture (Ministry) to comment on File No Z2005I that proposes a site specific text amendment to the Agricultural 4 zone to add a Day Care Facility

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as a permitted use on the Subject Properties. From an agricultural perspective, the Ministry offers the following comments:

• Given that the Subject Properties are within the Agricultural Land Reserve, the applicant previously submitted a Non-farm Use (NFU) application to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) to use the existing Tarrys Community Hall as a Day Care Facility.

• On September 6, 2019, the Ministry provided comments to RDCK on the NFU application and deemed the proposed use of the Tarrys Community Hall as a Day Care Facility as a reasonable non-farm use.

• Given the Ministry’s previous comments and that the ALC approved the NFU application subject to the Subject Properties being rezoned in the form of a site specific text amendment, the Ministry has no comments or concerns associated with the proposed zoning bylaw amendment.

Please contact Ministry staff if you have any questions regarding the above comments.

g. Staffing/Departmental Workplan Considerations: Should the Board choose to give the Amending Bylaw Third Reading, staff will forward the bylaw to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure for approval pursuant to the Transportation Act.

h. Board Strategic Plan/Priorities Considerations: This proposal aligns with the following RDCK Strategic Plan Objective:

“To Strengthen our Relationships with our Community Partners”

The Blueberry Creek Community School is a non-profit Society and a registered Charity. Their mandate is to: “provide educational, social cultural and recreational opportunities as a means of building and celebrating community”.

Supporting this proposal would align with the above stated objective by:  Supporting a project that a community group is working on and  Supporting culturally based projects.

SECTION 4: OPTIONS

Planning Discussion

The current proposal is to add the use of ‘Day Care Facility’ to the subject properties where the Tarrys Community Hall is located. This follows a feasibility study done by the Rural Development Institute that identified using community halls for day care is a way to ensure sustainability and financial viability of the community halls.

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The Tarrys Community Hall is located in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The property has been used as a community hall dating back to the 1920’s, long before adoption of the Agricultural Land Commission Act. The community hall is therefore a legal non-conforming use. Section 530 of the Local Government Act states that a non-conformity may not be increased. Therefore, an amendment to the zoning bylaw is necessary to add the proposed Day Care use. Supporting this proposal aligns with the existing policy in the OCP as well as the RDCK’s Strategic Plan. Therefore, staff recommend that the Regional Board give the amending bylaw Third Reading by content.

Option 1

That Amending Bylaw No. 2764, 2021 being a bylaw to amend RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given THIRD reading by content.

SECTION 5: RECOMMENDATION(S) That the Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764, 2021 being a bylaw to amend RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given THIRD reading by content.

Respectfully submitted,

Signature: Digitally signed by

Name: Eileen Senyk

CONCURRENCE Initials: Planning Manager Approved by Nelson Wight General Manager of Development and Community Sustainability Services Approved by Sangita Sudan Chief Administrative Officer Approved by Stuart Horn

ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 – Draft Amending Bylaw No. 2764 Attachment 2 – Board Minutes Feb 18th, 2021

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Bylaw No. 2764

A Bylaw to amend RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004.

WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend the RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004, and amendments thereto.

NOW THEREFORE the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay, in open meeting assembled, HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

APPLICATION

1 That Schedule ‘A’ of RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 be amended by changing the zoning designation of THAT PART OF LOT 1 DISTRICT LOT 1239 KOOTENAY DISTRICT PLAN 857 SHOWN OUTLINED RED ON EXPLANATORY PLAN 35476I WHICH LIE BETWEEN THE EAST BOUNDARY OF THE EASTERLY GOVERNMENT ROAD SHOWN ON PLAN 857 AND THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY AS SHOWN ON PLAN 638D (PID 016-064-674)

And

THAT PART OF LOT 2 DISTRICT LOT 1239 KOOTENAY DISTRICT PLAN 857 SHOWN OUTLINED RED ON EXPLANATORY PLAN 35476I WHICH LIE BETWEEN THE EAST BOUNDARY OF THE EASTERLY GOVERNMENT ROAD SHOWN ON PLAN 857 AND THE WESTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY AS SHOWN ON PLAN 638D (PID 016-064-682) from Agriculture 4 (AG4) to ‘Site Specific’ to enable the use of Day Care Facility , as shown on the attached Map.

2 This Bylaw shall come into force and effect upon its adoption.

CITATION

3 This Bylaw may be cited as “Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764, 2021.”

READ A FIRST TIME this 18th day of February , 2021.

READ A SECOND TIME this 18th day of February , 2021.

WHEREAS A PUBLIC HEARING was waived this 18th day of February ,2021.

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READ A THIRD TIME this 15th day of April , 2021.

APPROVED under Section 52 (3)(a) of the Transportation Act this [Date] day of [Month] , 20XX.

______Approval Authority, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure

ADOPTED this [Date] day of [Month] , 20XX.

Aimee Watson, Board Chair Mike Morrison, Corporate Officer

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Roads Subject Properties Cadastre Zoning Class

Agriculture 4 R2I CDI Comprehensive Development I Open Space (Kootenay River) R2I Countryq Residential I

Hwy 3A

From: Agriculture 4 To: Agriculture 4 'Site Specific' AG4 to enable a Day Care Facility

OS

50 metres

Map Scale Regional District of Central Kootenay 1:2,000 Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764, 2021 Map Projection: UTM Zone 11 Map Datum: NAD83 44Date Plotted: Monday, February 1, 2021 Schedule254 'A' Attachment 2 - Page 1 of 1 Regional District of Central Kootenay February 18, 2021 24 Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

162/21 That the Board FORWARD with no comment application A2004B for the purposes of subdivision within the ALRproposed by Sharon, Shane and Kyle Johnston for the property located at 510 40th Avenue and legally described as Lot 28, Plan NEP730A, District Lot 812, Kootenay Land District, Except Plan NEP11409, & EXC Plans NEP11805, NEP20779 & EPP49241 & PT Lying E of PL R145, Manufactured Home REG.# 98115.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

163/21 That the Regional District of Central Kootenay support a secondary dwelling, modular with the ability to relocate, nonfarm use, or subdivision to meet the owners, Michael and Ursula Devine, objective for the property located at 4120 Shasheen Rd, Electoral Area E and legally described as Lot 1, Plan NEP15182, District Lot 6307, Kootenay Land District For MHR 17017, See Folio 08239.002 (PID: 009513582).

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

164/21 That the Board SUPPORT application A2010E for the purposes of subdivision within the ALR for the property located at 4167 Blewett Rd, Electoral Area E and legally described as Lot 1, Plan NEP791, District Lot 6305, Kootenay Land District Except Plan 11793 (PID: 013914278);

AND FURTHER, support the placement of a secondary dwelling, modular with the ability to relocate or nonfarm use to meet the owner’s objective.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

165/21 That the Board authorize the Corporate Officer to sign the Letter of Agreement with the Ministry of Forest, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development and Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation for the purpose of kp’itl’els partnership.

Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

166/21 That the Board send a letter of support to the Minister of Forest, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development for restricting motorized vehicle access at kp’itl’els. Carried

Moved and seconded, And Resolved:

167/21 That Regional District of Central Kootenay Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764, 2021 being a bylaw to amend RDCK Zoning Bylaw No. 1675, 2004 is hereby given FIRST and SECOND reading by content and that the PUBLIC HEARING be waived.

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Bylaw No. 2777

A Bylaw to amend Regional District of Central Kootenay Noise Bylaw No. 2440, 2015.

WHEREAS a service has been established by the Regional District of Central Kootenay by Bylaw No. 2003, being “Noise Control Service Conversion Bylaw No. 2003, 2008”.

AND WHEREAS the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay has enacted Bylaw No. 2440, 2015, being the “Regional District of Central Kootenay Noise Bylaw No. 2440, 2015” to prohibit or regulate noise levels within defined areas of the Regional District.

AND WHEREAS a request has been received to amend the boundaries of the Noise Control Service Area to include Electoral Area H within the boundaries of the service area;

AND WHEREAS the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay deems it expedient to amend Bylaw No. 2440 and all amendments thereto to extend the service area boundaries as requested;

AND WHEREAS pursuant to the Local Government Act, consent on behalf of the electoral area electors has been received.

NOW THEREFORE the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay, in open meeting assembled, HEREBY ENACTS as follows:

APPLICATION

1 Section 9 is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

This Bylaw is applicable to and enforceable in Electoral Areas A, B, C, E, F, G, H, I, J and K of the Regional District of Central Kootenay.

CITATION

2 This Bylaw may be cited as “Regional District of Central Kootenay Noise Amendment Bylaw No. 2777, 2021”.

READ A FIRST TIME this 15th day of April, 2021.

READ A SECOND TIME this 15th day of April, 2021.

READ A THIRD TIME this 15th day of April, 2021.

256 ADOPTED this 15th day of April, 2021.

Aimee Watson, Board Chair Mike Morrison, Corporate Officer

257 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Board Report

Date of Report: March 31, 2021 Date & Type of Meeting: April 15, 2021 Choose Meeting Type Here Author: C Johnson Subject: FLOOD & GEOHAZARD PROTECTION IN THE RDCK File: 14/7610/01

SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to present the Board with three items related to RDCK ongoing work on Flood and Geohazard protection and seek further direction. The items are:

1. Present report for information commissioned by the Province and received via Fraser Basin Council called Orphan Dikes Assessment – Regional District of Central Kootenay. 2. Inform the Board of recent discussions between the Town of Creston, Yaqan Nukiy, the diking districts within the Creston Valley (CV), and the RDCK. 3. Seek direction to expand the scope of work for resolution 218/21 to include the broader implications of the RDCK becoming a diking authority for multiple sites throughout the RDCK.

218/21 That the Board direct staff to prepare a report investigating the feasibility of creating a service for flood prevention within parts of Erie Creek and Salmo River in Electoral Area G.

SECTION 2: BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS Item 1 – Orphan Dikes Assessment

In March of 2021, staff received a report that characterizes the condition and cost of repairs to orphan dike structures, and provides analyses of potential impact a failure of the given dikes would have. The condition assessment and estimated cost to repair/replace represents the most in-depth structural and financial understanding of these structures the RDCK has received to date from the Province. In the absence of more detailed modelling and mapping, the risk assessment portion offers a coarse perspective on the impact a given failure would cause. As a result the report assigns a Risk Confidence Rating that indicates how reliable the risk assessment is from Very Low (1) to Very High (5). The majority of the structures assessed have a Very Low to Low score.

These detailed reports are linked in the attached letter. They are very lengthy and provide much more detail on potential risks. Staff is looking to begin to address these Orphaned Dike issues through a recommendation described as part of item 3 below.

Item 2 – Creston Valley Diking

During a Columbia River Treaty (CRT) engagement in Creston in October 24th, 2019 discussion arose regarding the diking authorities in the Creston Valley and specifically how they could access funding. The primary point of contention being that provincial grants that were previously available to diking authorities to maintain their structures had been declining, with the Province supporting a move to only

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provide funding to entities where a First Nation or local government were involved. Since then, the CRT has hosted three virtual meetings to discuss options for the CV diking authorities. In February the Town of Creston agreed to apply to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for funding to hire a position to facilitate discussions and explore possible solutions. The facilitator would support the Creston Valley improvement districts, Yaqan Nukiy, Town of Creston and RDCK to develop a Memorandum of Understanding leading to a Terms of Reference to formalize a partnership between all parties called the Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership (CVFMP) that would work together to access funding and undertake the work needed to repair the dikes. A leading solution is partnering with the diking authorities and one of the local governments to enable access to grant funds.

The RDCK has been represented in these meetings by Director Casemore and staff. While the outcome of the efforts is still unclear, the fact that the diking authorities all reside in either the RDCK or Yaqan Nukiy jurisdictions, or the dikes protect land within those jurisdictions, it is possible the RDCK will be asked to play a central role.

Item 3 – Salmo River and Erie Creek Flood Prevention Service Case Analysis

During the March 2021 Board Meeting the following resolution was passed:

218/21 That the Board direct staff to prepare a report investigating the feasibility of creating a service for flood prevention within parts of Erie Creek and Salmo River in Electoral Area G.

In light of the recently received report on orphan dikes, the current work on Creston Valley dikes, and the RDCK application to National Disaster Mitigation Program (NDMP) for design options on the 16 identified high priority flood risk sites, a general assessment of the implications of the RDCK becoming a diking authority seems warranted. The investigation identified in resolution 218/21 would provide for a good case example to apply the findings from a diking authority assessment.

The outcome of this assessment should inform the Board of the responsibilities of becoming a diking authority including legislated requirements and associated liability, as well as possible funding models as local service areas.

Conclusion

Discussion regarding orphan dikes and flood protection, and who is ultimately responsible, is not new in the RDCK. The recent resolution to investigate creating a service for Erie Creek flood protection, a 2020 resolution to pursue funding to design a fix for Duhamel Creek dike, and all the NDMP work has pointed in the direction of a need to better understand what exactly the RDCK’s role will be in structural flood and geohazard protection. Until this is understood, conversations with the province and residents will lack critical information.

SECTION 3: DETAILED ANALYSIS a. Financial Considerations – Cost and Resource Allocations: Included in Financial Plan: ☐ YES ☒ NO Financial Plan Amendment: ☐ YES ☒ NO Debt Bylaw Required: ☐ YES ☒ NO Public/Gov’t Approvals req’d: ☐ YES ☒ NO At this time there are no financial considerations

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b. Legislative Considerations (Applicable Policies and/or Bylaws): At this time there are no legislative considerations

c. Environmental Considerations: At this time there are no environmental considerations

d. Social Considerations: The idea of flood protection is not new to the many residents living on or near water bodies in the RDCK. This work demonstrates clear action by the RDCK to understand the situation and work towards solutions that support risk reduction and resilience in our communities.

e. Economic Considerations: At this time there are no economic considerations

f. Communication Considerations: Any work dealing with flood or geohazard risk in the RDCK will require effective communications to ensure accurate information is conveyed, and expectations of residents are accurate.

g. Staffing/Departmental Workplan Considerations: The recommendations contained in this report will be supported by a number of staff within the RDCK, however the bulk of the work will be completed within Development and Community Sustainability Services.

The outcome of this project will better outline future commitments that would be required if the RDCK were to engage in becoming a diking authority. This would represent additional work not currently included in workplans.

h. Board Strategic Plan/Priorities Considerations: To Adapt to Our Changing Climate and Mitigate Greenhouse Gas Emissions

This project deals with climate adaptation. As the climate continues to change it is expected that the severity and frequency of extreme weather events will continue to increase. In this case, this means that we can expect flood and geohazard events that are larger than have been historically experienced, and possibly more importantly, those events will be more frequent.

To Excel in Governance and Service Delivery

This report outlines a sensible method of understanding the implications of taking action, and therefore supports good governance and results quality services being delivered.

SECTION 4: OPTIONS & PROS / CONS Creston Valley Dikes

Option 1 – That the Board direct staff to continue working with the Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership on a memorandum of understanding and terms of reference for the group and update the Board on progress.

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Pros

- The dikes and areas protected by them are partly in the RDCK - This would demonstrate clear support for our food and agriculture providers in the Creston Valley - This would form a unique partnership between multiple groups that would facilitate a ‘system’ approach to managing the Kootenay River from the US border to the south arm of Kootenay Lake - Funding could be secured to maintain existing dikes and explore opportunities to restore aspects of the natural ecosystem affected by the dikes

Cons

- This may result in the RDCK being asked to become a diking authority - This could represent additional work for RDCK staff not currently accounted for in workplans

Option 2 – That the Board direct staff to not continue work with the Creston Valley Flood Partnership.

Pros

- Staff workplans would not be affected - There would be less likelihood that the RDCK would be requested to become a diking authority

Cons

- The RDCK would not be working with regional partners (Creston and Yaqan Nukiy) and residents/food and agriculture industry to develop regional solutions to issues with flooding and ecosystem impacts - The diking authorities may not be able to secure funding to maintain existing dikes resulting in an increased possibility of a flood emergency - The RDCK is required to lead the response to any emergencies, including those that result from failed diking infrastructure

Diking Authority Assessment

Option 1 – That the Board direct staff to complete an assessment detailing the responsibilities and liability associated with the RDCK becoming a diking authority, and provide a report to the Board with the findings.

Pros

- The responsibility and liability associated with being a diking authority will be clearly understood - The required effort to meet expectations of diking legislation will be clearly understood - Conversations with the Province, concerned residents, and other stakeholders will be better informed

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- The information could be applied to the findings from resolution 218/21 to provide a complete picture of what the RDCK becoming a diking authority would look like

Cons

- Staff time to understand responsibility and liability of becoming a diking authority

Option 2 – That the Board not direct staff to explore the implications of the RDCK becoming a diking authority

Pros

- Staff time will not be required

Cons

- The RDCK will still have a gap of understanding that will impede conversations with the Province, concerned residents, and other stakeholders - The RDCK is still required to lead emergency response whether the diking authority or not - Ongoing staff time to develop and implement emergency plans for areas at risk due to orphan and poorly maintained dikes will be required annually, and potentially at an increased rate due to climate change

SECTION 5: RECOMMENDATION(S) That the Board direct staff to continue working with the Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership on a memorandum of understanding and terms of reference for the group and update the Board on progress.

That the Board direct staff to complete an assessment detailing the responsibilities and liability associated with the RDCK becoming a diking authority, and provide a report to the Board with the findings.

Respectfully submitted, Signature: Digitally signed by:

Name: Chris Johnson

CONCURRENCE Initials: Chief Administrative Officer Approved by Stuart Horn General Manager of Development and Community Sustainability Approved by Sangita Sudan

ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A – Orphan Dikes Assessment – Regional District of Central Kootenay – Cover Page (Links to documents within)

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March 4, 2021

RE: Flood Risk Assessment of BC’s Orphan Dikes

To Chris Johnson, Regional District of Central Kootenay:

This letter is to notify local authorities across British Columbia of a recently completed project that may be of interest and importance to you regarding local flood risks – Risk Assessment of BC’s Orphan Dikes.

In 2017, the Fraser Basin Council (FBC) was retained by the BC Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development (FLNRORD) to oversee this assessment in support of local authorities to better understand local flood risks. FBC managed this project in collaboration with FLNRORD. Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd was retained as the primary consulting team, with Ebbwater Consulting Inc. as a subcontractor focusing on the risk assessment.

The scope of this project included the following key tasks: 1. Review available information on orphan dike structures from prior assessments. 2. Develop an updated and consistent assessment of the current conditions and potential for failure of orphan dike structures based on a field survey and hydrological and hydraulic assessment of the associated flood hazard. 3. Develop an assessment of the flood-related consequences and risks if the orphan structure failed during a flood event. 4. Develop a conceptual design and cost estimate to upgrade the orphan structures.

Specific site reports for structures located within your administrative boundary can be downloaded at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/dzeu0uslq2sxsqr/AADI- HfTkwJQAS9Yx4owR8J8a?dl=0.

A project summary report can be downloaded at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/b6j1dtk3nyl94mn/AAB_HX_i3NAv6pFq54ZvtA0da?dl=0.

The orphan dike assessment is part of the Province of BC’s commitment to better inform First Nations, Local Governments, and the public on flood management issues. The Province of BC will also be seeking feedback on priorities such as an orphan dike policy as it engages Local Authorities and other interested parties on a BC Flood Strategy over the coming months.

If you have questions about this initiative you may contact me at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Steve Litke, Director, Water Programs Fraser Basin Council

263 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Board Report

Date of Report: March 25, 2021 Date & Type of Meeting: April 15, 2021 Open Regular Board Meeting Author: C Johnson Subject: UBCM CEPF APPLICATION – FLOOD RISK EVALUATION File: 14/7610/01

SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to have Board approve an application to UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF) for the purposes of developing a Flood Risk Evaluation Policy.

The Flood Risk Evaluation Policy will support long-term geohazard risk-informed development, emergency response planning, and long term flood resiliency. Applying the results of the two projects funded through NDMP (Risk Prioritization Assessment and Flood Mapping) will require criteria to evaluate risk in a framework of risk management. Currently, no legislated standard exists at the provincial level in BC to quantify terms such as "safe for the use intended" (i.e., a risk tolerance standard) even where it is required as a condition of land use and development permitting. The Flood Risk Evaluation Policy project aims to explore options to better understand what is being committed to when a proposed development receives a “safe for the use intended” designation, and further, provide additional criteria that must be met in order to receive development approval.

This project aims to:

- Review Canadian and international policies and processes pertaining to risk management - Review existing RDCK policies and processes - Develop proposed interim risk evaluation criteria and supporting information - Engage with stakeholders - Review outcomes with Board - Develop a Flood Risk Evaluation Policy

SECTION 2: BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS Historic development in the RDCK has resulted in a number of communities being at risk to flooding and/or geohazrds. With the impacts of climate change anticipated to increase the severity of events and vastly increase the frequency of those severe events, the residents of these communities are asking what can be done. In order to mitigate these risks there are three options: 1) remove the structures and let the hazard do what it will; 2) remove/reduce the hazard so it occurs less frequently or severely; and 3) reduce the impact the hazard has on the communities when it occurs. None of these options are easily attainable and the most likely/easiest approach, number 3, will quite possibly require the RDCK to enter into services it has previously not offered such as dike maintenance through becoming a diking authority.

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This is the current situation in the RDCK. However if future development continues to occur in a manner that increases development in hazard areas with ambiguous rules, the challenge of building sustainable and resilient communities will continue to grow.

The goal of this project is to explore options to remove ambiguity in the decision making for approval of development in hazard areas and provide transparency on the requirements a development in a hazard area must meet in order to be approved. If successful and applied, the theory is that the number of homes that are exposed to higher risks will become static, and work to mitigate the impacts when a hazard occurs becomes finite/achievable.

SECTION 3: DETAILED ANALYSIS a. Financial Considerations – Cost and Resource Allocations: Included in Financial Plan: ☐ YES ☒ NO Financial Plan Amendment: ☒ YES ☐ NO Debt Bylaw Required: ☐ YES ☒ NO Public/Gov’t Approvals req’d: ☐ YES ☒ NO The application requested 100% funding of the project.

b. Legislative Considerations (Applicable Policies and/or Bylaws): The work would create a new policy that would have impacts on the RDCK Floodplain Management Bylaw and Official Community Plans.

c. Environmental Considerations: An effective policy would reduce future impacts to the environment by ensuring we are adapting to it, rather than trying to adapt it to us.

d. Social Considerations: The public will ultimately be safer, and our first responders will be exposed to fewer situations where they are asked to be at risk.

e. Economic Considerations: No specific economic considerations at this time.

f. Communication Considerations: Any work dealing with flood or geohazard risk in the RDCK will require effective communications to ensure accurate information is conveyed, and expectations of residents are accurate.

g. Staffing/Departmental Workplan Considerations: This work will be completed by external consultants. Additional staff time to manage the contract and support the work will be required from an RDCK Project Manager and staff within the Development and Community Sustainability department.

h. Board Strategic Plan/Priorities Considerations: To Adapt to Our Changing Climate and Mitigate Greenhouse Gas Emissions

This project deals with climate adaptation. As the climate continues to change it is expected that the severity and frequency of extreme weather events will continue to increase. In this case, this means that

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we can expect flood and geohazard events that are larger than have been historically experienced, and possibly more importantly, those events will be more frequent.

As a result of these changes to the climate, data on what size and severity of events a development must be able to avoid becomes less clear further into the future. Therefore the metrics used by a qualified professional to determine a development is “safe for the use intended” become less clear as the true impacts of climate change become manifest.

SECTION 4: OPTIONS & PROS / CONS Option 1 - That the Board approves the submission of an application to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund and directs staff to hire a consultant to complete the project and manage the funds through Service A108.

Pros

- Development in the RDCK will be done a manner that promotes resilience at the planning stage and prioritizes safety - Some areas that were previously believed to be to dangerous to develop may offer opportunities for development - The RDCK will be a leader in the region with regards to understanding the implications of development decisions in hazard areas

Cons

- Some areas previously available to develop may be deemed too hazardous - Staff will be required to change bylaws and OCPs to include the policy if accepted

Option 2 – That the Board not approve the submission of an application to UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund and directs staff to rescind the application.

Pros

- Business as usual will continue regarding development which offers consistency for staff and the development industry - Staff time will not be required to update bylaws and OCPs to include any new policy - Staff time will not be required to manage the contract and participate in the project

Cons

- Development decisions will continue to be made based on ambiguous standards - The number of structures at risk will continue to grow - Emergency response planning will continue to grow as a portfolio within the Emergency Program

SECTION 5: RECOMMENDATION(S) That the Board approves the submission of an application to the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund and directs staff to hire a consultant to complete the project and manage the funds through Service A108; AND FURTHER, that the 2021-2025 financial plan be amended accordingly.

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Respectfully submitted, Signature: Digitally signed by

Name: Chris Johnson

CONCURRENCE Initials: Chief Administrative Officer Approved by Stuart Horn General Manager of Development & Community Sustainability Approved by Sangita Sudan

ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A – UBCM CEPF Flood Risk Evaluation Application

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Date of Report: March 17, 2021 Date & Type of Meeting: April 16, 2021 Open Regular Board Meeting Author: Sangita Sudan, GM Development and Community Sustainability Subject: FIRST NATIONS RELATIONSHIP – YAQAN NUKIY

SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to update the Board of the various ways RDCK staff have been engaging with Yaqan Nukiy and Ktunaxa Nation on initiatives of common interest and in response to the following Board resolution:

624/20 That the Board direct staff to engage with the Yaqan Nukiy staff to discuss further opportunities for partnerships and visions for the area; AND FURTHER, the RDCK Board reaffirms that it is interested in collaborating with the Chief and Council on broader regional objectives.

In addition Staff are seeking Board approval to engage Yaqan Nukiy to develop a Protocol Agreement that would lay the foundation and strengthen our relationship leading to the identification of new opportunities for partnerships and a vision for the region.

SECTION 2: BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS BACKGROUND

Meaning of Protocol Agreement:

There are two meanings of the word "protocol". In the legal sense, it is defined as an international agreement that supplements or amends a treaty. In the diplomatic sense, the term refers to the set of rules, procedures, conventions and ceremonies that relate to relations between states. In general, protocol represents the recognized and generally accepted system of international courtesy.1

The need to engage our local First Nations in the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) has to be a priority and based on the above resolution is one supported by the Board. Building a relationship beyond transactional ensures we are being inclusive of our neighbors and recognizing that the land we are on is un ceded territory regardless of if it is private or Crown land. By recognizing this the relationship between the RDCK can move forward towards reconciliation.

The adoption of United Nations Declaration of Reconciliation with Indigenous People (UNDRIP) by BC in 2019 sent a message to all Indigenous communities that the Province is ready to work towards reconciliation.

1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protocol_(diplomacy)#:~:text=4%20Bibliography- ,Definitions,relate%20to%20relations%20between%20states

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Local governments in turn must do the same with their local First Nations by engaging neighbor to neighbor on regional objectives to ensure that future generations include the Indigenous voice as it relates to how we develop our communities.

There are several Regional Districts and Municipalities who are already engaging their local First Nations and have formalized these relationships with Protocol Agreements2. On the Coast including Vancouver Island the reality of overlapping and shared territory between different First Nations is a fact. This has not hindered how these Regional Districts and Municipalities approach reconciliation. Instead it is observed that they are engaging the First Nations and Bands individually seeking to formalize that relationship by developing Protocol Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding or service agreements that identify areas of common interests.

In the RDCK relationship building with the Ktunaxa Nation and Yaqan Nukiy has been evolving for years, by all departments on a variety of initiatives of common interest. These include:

 The Creston Land fill located adjacent to Indian Reserve land has been an ongoing tactical and transactional relationship with Yaqan Nukiy spanning several decades.  The Kootenay Lake Partnership of which the Ktunaxa Nation and Yaqan Nukiy have been members since 2010 and has achieved several objectives that benefit both the RDCK and their communities.  Planning service collaboration on files related to Yaqan Nukiy interests including the developments at Ainsworth Hotsprings and most recently on the Kootenay Lake Development Permit Areas project involving Areas A, D, E, F and the Village of Kaslo.  Watershed Governance Initiative has been informed through various discussions and study that in order to gain support from Province a local government needs to create the conditions that would invite their participation by collaborating and/or partnering with First Nations.  Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership is a recent development that is seeking to address funding issues to maintain dikes in the Creston Valley that are a risk to farm land, infrastructure and highways.  Regional Parks and Trails planning and construction projects which require seeking a partnership or agreements on the development of Crawford Bay Regional Park, locating a site for a proposed park on the Goat River and new water access points/parks on Kootenay Lake to serve the residents and visitors to the RDCK.  Emergency Management on the Emergency Preparedness Committee. The Yaqan Nukiy have expressed they are interested in being a part of the emergency program and have agreed to the use of the gymnasium at the reserve as a reception centre.  Wildfire mitigation staff are engaged through the First Nations Emergency Services Society (FNESS).

In turn the Yaqan Nukiy would like to engage meaningfully with the RDCK on:

2 https://www.rdn.bc.ca/protocol-agreements https://www.rdos.bc.ca/legislative-services/community-to-community-relations/ https://www.crd.bc.ca/docs/default-source/crd-document-library/plans-reports/first-nations/stf- finalreport2018.pdf?sfvrsn=dd11f0ca_6 https://www.slrd.bc.ca/sites/default/files/pdfs/projects/ProtocolAgreement_NorthernStatimc/180524%20Proto col%20Agrmnt%20Pegpiglha%20SLRD%20DoL_signed.pdf

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 Land uses adjacent to the Indian Reserve lands in Creston that have impacts on their values and how best to address these.  Economic Development and consideration of changes to RDCK’s procurement policy to enable their ability to participate in the local economy of the region.  Shared services where practical.

ANALYSIS

The process of relationship building will evolve when the RDCK and Yaqan Nukiy come together to discuss common interests, challenges and mutual opportunities for their communities leading to the establishment of a Protocol Agreement. These discussions with staff at Yaqan Nukiy and RDCK have already commenced but have not yet been formally endorsed by either Chief and Council or RDCK Board. This report seeks to gain that endorsement from the Board. The province provides community to community funding to assist with this process. In discussion with Yaqan Nukiy staff, there is interest by Chief and Council to meet with RDCK elected official on a government to government basis in the future. If the Board endorses the establishment of a Protocol Agreement on common interests through meaningful engagement, it will signal to Yaqan Nukiy Chief and Council an interest for more formal discussions between the two governments and provide RDCK staff with a clear mandate.

Several Regional Districts around British Columbia have established Protocol Agreements, memorandum of understanding and service agreements with their local First Nations. Some examples are provided in the links above from the Regional District of Nanaimo and Capital Regional District. The Protocol Agreement also enables the formation of a working group made up of Chief and Council and Directors. It allows staff to support the work of the working group and includes a mechanism by which dispute avoidance and resolution are addressed.

The Ktunaxa Nation is currently in the Treaty negotiation process with Canada and British Columbia on behalf of its four (4) member bands including the Yaqan Nukiy. The treaty process has 6 stages. The Ktunaxa are currently at stage 5. At stage 5 negotiations to finalize the treaty are underway. This part of the process formalizes the new relationship among the parties and embodies the agreements reached in principle. Technical and legal issues are resolved at this stage. A treaty is a unique constitutional instrument to be signed and formally ratified at the conclusion of stage 5. The first interest of the Ktunaxa Nation is to realize the full intent and meaning of their vision statement:

As a Nation, we are striving to achieve strong, healthy citizens and communities speaking our language and celebrating who we are and our history in our ancestral homelands, working together, managing our lands and resources within a self sufficient self-governing Nation.

Currently the Ktunaxa Nation is expanding their self governance organizational structure to meet their future Treaty reality. However they still struggle with local government relationships within their territory referred to as Ktunaxa ʔamakʔis.

Staff are proposing that the RDCK Board support continued collaboration with Yaqan Nukiy staff on the initiatives and issues raised. The ultimate goal of this engagement is to create a space for staff where options of entering into agreements with First Nations are explored and understood. It can also give staff space to meet with Yaqan Nukiy staff on matter noted before leading to informing a future agreement

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supported by the two parties that outlines a framework for how the RDCK and Yaqan Nukiy will work together prior to ratification of Treaty and in response to UNDRIP.

SECTION 3: DETAILED ANALYSIS a. Financial Considerations – Cost and Resource Allocations: Included in Financial Plan: ☐ YES ☒ NO Financial Plan Amendment: ☐ YES ☒ NO Debt Bylaw Required: ☐ YES ☒ NO Public/Gov’t Approvals req’d: ☐ YES ☒ NO If staff are given the mandate to discuss initiatives of common interest to be formalized by way of a Protocol Agreement then seeking funding with Board approval to solicit legal advice and other resources when required will be enabled on a case by case basis.

b. Legislative Considerations (Applicable Policies and/or Bylaws): Once the Ktunaxa Nation signs Treaty with Canada and BC they will be a form of government such as the RDCK and municipalities. It is in the RDCK’s best interest to start the process of developing agreements where possible with Yaqan Nukiy to ensure that these are captured in a Protocol Agreement that will only strengthen the relationship and invite the possibility of having the Yaqan Nukiy Nasookin (Chief) participate on the RDCK Board meetings in the future.

c. Environmental Considerations: None at this time.

d. Social Considerations: The adoption of the UNDRIP gave Province and Local Governments the mandate to work towards reconciliation and relationship building with local First Nations.

e. Economic Considerations: The Ktunaxa Nation and Yaqan Nukiy are seeking to self govern and to partner with the RDCK on economic development opportunities in the region.

f. Communication Considerations: If recommendation is approved Staff will continue to engage Yaqan Nukiy on common interest and seek opportunity to arrange a meeting with Chief and Council and the Board at a future date, to formalize interests in a Protocol Agreement.

g. Staffing/Departmental Workplan Considerations: The efforts to engage Yaqan Nukiy meaningfully on land use issues related to planning, watersheds, parks and trail development etc. are in the workplan of each service leading the process mentioned. The General Manager of Development and Community Sustainability will act as a resource to support the services as needed. However at a future date there may be a need to establish a dedicated position focused on First Nations engagement and relationship development on behalf of the organization.

h. Board Strategic Plan/Priorities Considerations: Continuing to evolve our relationship with the Yaqan Nukiy of the Ktunaxa Nation will broadly support all Board strategic priorities. Where the relationship specifically relates to a board objectives is:

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Objective 3: To Strengthen our Relationships with our Community Partners We will seek opportunities for partnerships with local communities and the desired results are moving towards reconciliation with First Nations through respectful interactions and exploring partnerships.

SECTION 4: OPTIONS & PROS / CONS SUMMARY:

Staff are seeking Board approval to continue meaningfully engagement leading to the development of a Protocol Agreement with the Yaqan Nukiy on the following initiatives

 The Creston Land full located adjacent to Indian Reserve land has been an ongoing tactical and transactional relationship with Yaqan Nukiy spanning several decades.  The Kootenay Lake Partnership of which the Ktunaxa Nation and Yaqan Nukiy have been members since 2010 and has achieved several objectives that benefit both the RDCK and their communities.  Planning service collaboration on files related to Yaqan Nukiy interests including the developments at Ainsworth Hotsprings and most recently on the Kootenay Lake Development Permit Areas project involving Areas A, D, E, F and the Village of Kaslo.  Watershed Governance Initiative has been informed through various discussions and study that in order to gain support from Province a local government needs to create the conditions that would invite their participation by collaborating and/or partnering with First Nations.  Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership is a recent development that is seeking to address funding issues to maintain dikes in the Creston Valley that are a risk to farm land, infrastructure and highways.  Regional Parks and Trails planning project which is seeking to partner with Yaqan Nukiy on development of Crawford Bay Regional Park and locate a site for the Goat River regional park to serve the communities of the Creston Valley.  Emergency Management on the Emergency Preparedness Committee. The Yaqan Nukiy have expressed they are interested in being a part of the emergency program and have agreed to the use of the gymnasium at the reserve as a reception centre.  Wildfire mitigation staff are engaged through the First Nations Emergency Services Society (FNESS).

Staff would also like approval from the Board to engage with Yaqan Nukiy on issues they have raised:

 Land uses adjacent to the Indian Reserve lands in Creston that have impacts on their values and how best to address these.  Economic Development and consideration of changes to RDCK’s procurement policy to enable their ability to participate in the local economy of the region.  Shared services where practical.

OPTIONS: 1. That the Board direct staff to continue ongoing meaningful engagement with Yaqan Nukiy Staff leading to the development of a Protocol Agreement on common interest to both parties; AND FURTHER staff provide updates to the Board on how discussions are proceeding on these items quarterly.

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Pros  Staff relationship with Yaqan Nukiy staff will continue to grow with clearer mandate based on issues of common interests.  Engagement on issues will ensure there is support by the Board to explore options for consideration where policy decisions can be broadened to include Yaqan Nukiy perspective.  Over time this can lead to establishment of a Protocol Agreement that would be formalized between RDCK Board and Chief and Council.  Strengthen the relationship between the RDCK and Yaqan Nukiy.

Con  Without a clearer mandate from the Board Staff remain unclear on how to invest their efforts on initiatives requiring First Nations engagement.  The process of seeking legal advice on policies to support the interests of the Yaqan Nukiy for items such as procurement will be unclear and not actionable.  May impact how we continue developing our relationship with the Yaqan Nukiy on initiatives requiring their support and investment.

2. That the Board direct staff to continue engaging with Yaqan Nukiy on initiatives listed above on an issue by issue basis; AND FURTHER direct staff to provide updates as these items as they evolve.

Pro  Staff relationship with Yaqan Nukiy staff would continue as it is now without clear mandate from Board.

Con  Without a clear mandate from the Board to meaningfully engage on the initiatives of common interest the issue may remain unresolved and the results of where these items lead may not align with Board direction.  Over time this could impact the RDCK Board ability to develop a meaningful relationship with Yaqan Nukiy Chief and Council.

3. That the Board direct staff to defer this matter until a later date.

Pro  This option will allow the Board some time to consider staff recommendations.

Con  Delays in providing staff with a clear mandate to meaningfully engage on initiatives of common interest will be delayed and occur adhoc.

SECTION 5: RECOMMENDATION(S) That the Board direct staff to continue ongoing meaningful engagement with Yaqan Nukiy Staff leading to the development of a Protocol Agreement on common interest to both parties; AND FURTHER staff provide updates to the Board on how discussions are proceeding on these items quarterly.

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Respectfully submitted, Signature: Digitally signed by

Name: Sangita Sudan General Manager of Development and Community Sustainability

CONCURRENCE Initials: Chief Administrative Officer Approved by Stuart Horn Manager of Corporate Administration Approved by Mike Morrison General Manager of Community Services Approved by Joe Chirico General Manager of Environmental Services Approved by Uli Wolf

282 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Board Report

Date of Report: March 30, 2021 Date & Type of Meeting: April 15, 2021 Open Regular Board Meeting Author: Steve Ethier, Water Operations Manager Subject: FAU-02-03-05-07 WATER MAINLINE PROJECT MATERIALS PROCUREMENT AWARDING File: 11-5700-FAU-20-2021_PN02-03-05-07

SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to seek approval to award the materials purchase for the 2021 Fauquier watermain replacement project, to EMCO Corporation located in Kelowna BC. The Fauquier watermain project known as PN 02-03-05-07, has been identified in the 2021 Fauquier financial plan. A request for quotation had been posted to BCbid and closed on March 26, 2021 at 2:00 pm.

SECTION 2: BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS The Fauquier water system is made up of 6.3 km of asbestos cement water main, which is coming to end of life. 1.2 km have been identified for replacement based on risk and consequence of failure, and break history. As a part of the project planning process, a materials request for quotation had been issued with a closing date of March 26, 2021 at 2:00 pm. The RDCK received 6 quotations, which have been graded based on the material list and drawing set provided in the request for quotation, proximity of vendor to job site, stock availability, warranty, and delivery to site. Based on the grading criteria, EMCO Corporation located in Kelowna BC has scored the highest on both price and grading criteria.

It is recommended that the Board award the materials purchased for the Fauquier water main replacement project identified in the 2021 Financial Plan to Emco Corporation, and that the Chair and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents to a maximum value of $155,715.02; AND FURTHER, that the cost be included in the 2021 Financial Plan for S254 Fauquier Water.

SECTION 3: DETAILED ANALYSIS a. Financial Considerations – Cost and Resource Allocations: Included in Financial Plan: ☒ YES ☐ NO Financial Plan Amendment: ☐ YES ☒ NO Debt Bylaw Required: ☐ YES ☐ NO Public/Gov’t Approvals req’d: ☐ YES ☒ NO The 2021 Fauquier water main replacement project has been included in the RDCK Financial Plan 2021- 2025 and a part of this project is the purchase of the materials. b. Legislative Considerations (Applicable Policies and/or Bylaws): As per the purchasing policy, purchases greater than $75,000 require Board approval.

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c. Environmental Considerations: d. Social Considerations: n/a e. Economic Considerations: n/a f. Communication Considerations: N/A g. Staffing/Departmental Workplan Considerations: n/a h. Board Strategic Plan/Priorities Considerations: This project meets the Board of Director’s identified strategic objectives “To Excel in Governance and Service Delivery” and “To Manage our Assets and Operations in a Fiscally Responsible Matter”.

SECTION 4: OPTIONS & PROS / CONS Option 1: That the Board award the materials purchase contract for the Fauquier water main replacement project identified in the 2021-2025 Financial Plan to Emco Corporation, and that the CAO and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents to a maximum value of $155,715.02; AND FURTHER, that the cost be carried by Service S254 Fauquier Water.

Pros:  Allows for the project to secure a supply of materials so that project can proceed  Allows for the project to secure materials in the wake of potential supply chain issues due to Covid-19 Cons:

Option 2: That the Board does not award the materials purchase contract for the Fauquier water main replacement project identified in the 2021-2025 Financial Plan.

Pros:  The Fauquier water system will have a capital project budget surplus.

Cons:  The water main replacement project will need to be canceled for 2021 and the construction crew will not have sufficient work for this construction season.

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 SECTION 5: RECOMMENDATION(S) It is recommended that the Board award the materials purchase contract for the Fauquier water main replacement project identified in the 2021-2025 Financial Plan to Emco Corporation, and that the CAO and Corporate Officer be authorized to sign the necessary documents to a maximum value of $155,715.02; AND FURTHER, that the cost be carried by Service S254 Fauquier Water.  Respectfully submitted,

Signature: Digitally signed by

Name: Steve Ethier, Water Operations Manager CONCURRENCE Initials: General Manager of Environmental Services Approved by Uli Wolf Chief Administrative Officer Approved by Stuart Horn

ATTACHMENTS: NONE

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INDENTURE OF LEASE Lease No. L2606

BETWEEN

Regional District of Central Kootenay PO Box 590, Stn Main Nelson, BC V1L 5R4

OF THE FIRST PART (Landlord)

AND

Provincial Health Services Authority (BC Emergency Health Services) c/o PHSA Facilities Management 200-1333 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 4C1

OF THE SECOND PART (Tenant)

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ARTICLE 1 BASIC TERMS, SCHEDULES AND DEFINITIONS ...... 2 1.1 Basic Terms ...... 2 1.2 Schedules ...... 4 1.3 Definitions ...... 4

ARTICLE 2 PREMISES ...... 4 2.1 Premises ...... 4 2.2 Acceptance Of Premises - DELETED ...... 5

ARTICLE 3 TERM ...... 5 3.1 Term ...... 5

ARTICLE 4 RENT ...... 5 4.1 Rent ...... 5 4.2 Payment Of Rent ...... 6 4.3 Rent For Irregular Periods ...... 8 4.4 Set-Off ...... 8 4.5 Records ...... 8 4.6 Estoppel ...... 8 4.7 Appeal Of Payment Of Taxes ...... 9

ARTICLE 5 LANDLORD’S GENERAL COVENANTS...... 9 5.1 Quiet Enjoyment ...... 9 5.2 Interior Climate Control ...... 9 5.3 Elevators - DELETED ...... 9 5.4 Entrances, Lobbies And Other Common Areas ...... 9 5.5 Washrooms ...... 10 5.6 Janitorial Service For Premises ...... 10 5.7 Maintenance Of Common Areas ...... 10 5.8 Building Directory ...... 10 5.9 Comply With Laws ...... 10 5.10 Use And State Of Premises ...... 10 5.11 Access ...... 11 5.12 Taxes ...... 11 5.13 Landlord’s Services ...... 11 5.14 Additional Services / Change In Provision Of Services ...... 11 5.15 Additional Utilities ...... 12 5.16 Parking ...... 12 5.17 Copies Of Drawings ...... 12

ARTICLE 6 REPAIR, DAMAGE AND DESTRUCTION ...... 12 6.1 Landlord’s Repairs ...... 12 6.2 Tenant’s Repairs ...... 13 6.3 Notification Of Defects ...... 14 6.4 Repair In The Event Of Damage ...... 14

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287 6.5 Tenant Notification ...... 15

ARTICLE 7 LICENSES, ASSIGNMENTS AND SUBLETTINGS ...... 15 7.1 Licenses, Franchises And Concessions ...... 15 7.2 Assignment And Subletting ...... 15

ARTICLE 8 FIXTURES AND IMPROVEMENTS ...... 15 8.1 Installation Of Fixtures And Improvements ...... 15 8.2 Tenant Improvements ...... 16

ARTICLE 9 INSURANCE AND LIABILITY ...... 16 9.1 Landlord’s Insurance ...... 16 9.2 Limitation Of Tenant’s Liability ...... 17 9.3 Mutual Indemnity ...... 17 9.4 Tenant Not To Affect Insurance ...... 17 9.5 Landlord To Ensure Other Tenants Will Not Affect Insurance ...... 17

ARTICLE 10 SUBORDINATION, ATTORNMENT AND REGISTRATION ...... 18 10.1 Sale Or Financing Of Building ...... 18 10.2 Subordination And Attornment ...... 18 10.3 Estoppel Certificate ...... 18

ARTICLE 11 TENANT’S DEFAULT, REMEDIES OF LANDLORD AND SURRENDER ...... 18 11.1 Right Of Re-Entry On Default ...... 18 11.2 Remedies Cumulative ...... 19 11.3 Waiver Of Distress ...... 19 11.4 Surrender On Termination ...... 19 11.5 Saving ...... 19

ARTICLE 12 MISCELLANEOUS ...... 19 12.1 Notices ...... 19 12.2 Overholding ...... 20 12.3 Force Majeure ...... 20 12.4 Extraneous Agreements ...... 20 12.5 Time Of Essence ...... 20 12.6 Successors And Assigns ...... 21 12.7 Waiver ...... 21 12.8 Governing Law And Severability ...... 21 12.9 Captions...... 21 12.10 Expropriation ...... 21 12.11 Arbitration ...... 22

ARTICLE 13 SPECIAL PROVISIONS ...... 22 13.1 Option(S) To Renew ...... 22 13.2 Reduction In Space - DELETED ...... 22 13.3 Goods And Services Tax Certification Clause - DELETED ...... 22 13.4 Entry by Landlord ...... 22 13.5 Environmental Safety and Fungal Growth ...... 22 13.6 Termination ...... 23

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288 13.7 Tenant’s Right To Perform ...... 23 13.8 Direction As To Emergency...... 24 13.9 Schedules And Additional Provisions ...... 24

SCHEDULE A FLOOR PLANS OF THE PREMISES ...... A-1

SCHEDULE B DEFINITIONS ...... B-1

SCHEDULE C LANDLORD & TENANT SERVICES RESPONSIBILITY ...... C-1

SCHEDULE D BASE BUILDING SHELL...... D-1

SCHEDULE E CERTIFICATE ...... E-1

SCHEDULE F OPTION TO RENEW - DELETED ...... F-1

SCHEDULE G TENANT IMPROVEMENTS - DELETED ...... G-1

SCHEDULE H ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS ...... H-1

SCHEDULE I ENVIRONMENTAL DISCLOSURE ...... I-1

SCHEDULE J JANITORIAL SERVICE - DELETED ...... J-1

SCHEDULE K LANDLORD'S SERVICES ...... K-1

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Lease No. L2606

LEASE

THIS LEASE dated for reference , 20

BETWEEN

Regional District of Central Kootenay PO Box 590, Stn Main Nelson, BC V1L 5R4

(the “Landlord”)

OF THE FIRST PART AND

Provincial Health Services Authority (BC Emergency Health Services) c/o PHSA Facilities Management 200-1333 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 4C1

(the “Tenant”)

OF THE SECOND PART WHEREAS:

A. The Landlord is the registered owner of the Land (as defined in Schedule B) upon which the Building (as defined in Schedule B) is or will be situated.

B. The Landlord has agreed to lease a portion of the Building upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

Therefore, in consideration of the rents, covenants, agreements and conditions contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

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ARTICLE 1 BASIC TERMS, SCHEDULES AND DEFINITIONS

1.1 BASIC TERMS

(a) Landlord: Regional District of Central Kootenay

Address of Landlord: PO Box 590, Stn Main Nelson, BC V1L 5R4

Address for Service (if different than that set out immediately above): Same as above

Facsimile No.: (250) 352-9300

(b) Tenant: Provincial Health Services Authority (BC Emergency Health Services) c/o PHSA Facilities Management

Address of Tenant: 200-1333 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 4C1

Facsimile No.: 604-708-2700

(c) Land: PID 010-541-462 Parcel A (see 173779-I), Block 39 District Lot 3464, Kootenay District Plan 949

Municipal Address: 5741 Highway 6, Winlaw, BC

Total Rentable Area: Approximately 512 square feet

(d) Premises: That portion of the Building shown outlined in red or in heavy black on Schedule A and located on the main floor(s) of the Building

(e) Rentable Area of Approximately 512 square feet of which 512 square feet Premises: of Vehicle Bay space is located on the main floor of the Building.

(f) Term: Five (5) year(s). and such additional days as are required in order for the Term to end on the last day of the month in which the fifth (5th) anniversary of the Commencement Date occurs.

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291 (g) Commencement Date: The 1st day of October, 2020.

(h) Annual Base Rent:

$ per square foot of Type of Space Term In Years Annual Payment Monthly Payment Rentable Area per annum Vehicle Bay 1 through 5 ------$19.05 ------$9,753.60 $812.80------$20.00 $10,240.00 $853.33 (i) Rent Commencement The 1st day of October, 2020. Date:

(j) Base Year (Taxes): - DELETED

(k) Base Year (Operating - DELETED Costs):

(l) Tenant’s Share of - DELETED Operating Costs for first Term Year:

(m) Renewal Terms: - DELETED

(n) Parking: - DELETED

(o) Landlord’s Designated Regional District of Central Kootenay Payee:

Address of Payee: PO Box 590, 202 Lakeside Drive Nelson, BC V1L 5R4 (p) Landlord’s Property Management Representative: Manager of Corporate Administration

Telephone No.: (250) 352-6665

Email: [email protected]

Tenant’s Property Provincial Health Services Authority Management c/o Samantha Wise Representative:

Telephone No.: (604) 315-9840

The foregoing Basic Terms are approved by the parties. Each reference in this Lease to any of the Basic Terms will be construed to include the provisions set forth above as well as all of the additional terms and conditions of the applicable sections of this Lease where such Basic Terms are more fully set forth.

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292 1.2 SCHEDULES

All Schedules to this Lease are incorporated into and form an integral part of this Lease and are as follows:

SCHEDULE CLAUSE

Schedule A Floor Plans of the Premises 1.1(d)

Schedule B Definitions 1.3

Schedule C Landlord & Tenant Services Responsibility 4.2 and 5.13

Schedule D Base Building Shell Schedule B (Definition of “Base Building Shell”)

Schedule E Certificate 10.3

Schedule F Option to Renew - DELETED 13.1

Schedule G Tenant Improvements - DELETED Schedule B (Definition of “Tenant Improvements”)

Schedule H Additional Provisions 13.9

Schedule I Environmental Disclosure 13.5

Schedule J Janitorial Service - DELETED Schedule B (Definition of “Janitorial Services”)

Schedule K Landlord's Services 5.2 and 5.13

1.3 DEFINITIONS

In this Lease, the words, phrases and expressions set forth in Schedule B are used with the meanings defined therein.

ARTICLE 2 PREMISES

2.1 PREMISES

The Landlord hereby demises and leases to the Tenant, and the Tenant hereby leases from the Landlord, the Premises.

2.2 ACCEPTANCE OF PREMISES - DELETED

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293 ARTICLE 3 TERM

3.1 TERM

The Term of this Lease will be for the period set out in subclause 1.1(f), beginning on the Commencement Date, and any renewals thereof in accordance with clause 13.1 and Schedule F.

ARTICLE 4 RENT

4.1 RENT

The Tenant will yield and pay for the Premises to the Landlord, at the office of the Landlord’s Designated Payee set out in subclause 1.1(o), or to such other person and at such other place as the Landlord may direct in writing, during the Term in lawful money of Canada, on the days and at the times hereinafter specified, Rent which will include the aggregate of the sums specified in subclauses (a) and (b) below:

(a) Annual Base Rent

Annual Base Rent in the amount per annum set out in subclause 1.1(h) for each respective Term Year, subject to the adjustment provisions of subclause 4.2(e); and

(b) Additional Rent

The aggregate of the following:

(i) its share of Taxes payable pursuant to subclause 4.2(b) (if any);

(ii) its share of Operating Costs payable pursuant to subclause 4.2(c) (if any); and

(iii) such other amounts, charges, costs and expenses as are required to be paid by the Tenant to the Landlord pursuant to this Lease in addition to Annual Base Rent.

4.2 PAYMENT OF RENT

The Rent provided for in this Article 4 will be paid by the Tenant as follows:

(a) Annual Base Rent

The Annual Base Rent will be paid in equal consecutive monthly instalments in advance on the first day of each and every month during the Term, commencing on the Rent Commencement Date, as set out in subclause 1.1(h). Notwithstanding the prior sentence, where the Rent Commencement Date is not the first day of a calendar month, the Annual Base Rent for the period from the Rent Commencement Date to the first day of the next ensuing calendar month will be pro-rated on a per diem basis and paid on the Rent Commencement Date

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294 and the first regular instalment of the Annual Base Rent will be paid on the first day of the first full calendar month of the Term.

(b) Taxes – See Schedule H

(c) Operating Costs

Operating Costs included in Annual Base Rent

In accordance with Column (B) of Schedule C, the Annual Base Rent throughout the Term is totally inclusive of all Operating Costs and the Tenant will bear no liability for Operating Costs or any escalation thereof during the Term.

(d) Operating Costs Reconciliation - DELETED

(e) Basis of Determining Rent

The Tenant acknowledges that the Annual Base Rent is calculated on the basis of the Rentable Area of the Premises being as set out in subclause 1.1(e) and at the rate set out in subclause 1.1(h) for each square foot of Rentable Area of the Premises. The Tenant and the Landlord agree that the Annual Base Rent and the Additional Rent will be adjusted in the event that the Rentable Area of the Premises is found to be different from the Rentable Area of the Premises stated above. The Rentable Area of the Premises and the Total Rentable Area will be determined by the Landlord’s architect or surveyor. At the request of the Tenant, the Landlord will cause such a determination to be made.

Notwithstanding the above,

(i) in no event will the Tenant be responsible for Annual Base Rent determined on the basis of the Rentable Area of the Premises being greater than that shown in subclause 1.1(e) unless the Landlord has delivered to the Tenant, on or before the end of the first Term Year, satisfactory proof that the Rentable Area of the Premises is greater than shown in subclause 1.1(e) and

(ii) if the actual Rentable Area of the Premises is more than 105% of the estimated Rentable Area of the Premises shown in subclause 1.1(e), then for the purposes of calculating the Annual Base Rent, the Rentable Area of the Premises will be deemed to be 105% of the estimated Rentable Area of the Premises shown in subclause 1.1(e).

(f) Proportionate Share

The Landlord will make the initial determination of the Proportionate Share (Operating Costs) and Proportionate Share (Taxes) and any subsequent determinations which may be required as a result of change of circumstances. The Landlord will, at the Tenant’s request, provide the Tenant with all working papers and information relating to such determination. In the event the Tenant disagrees with such determination by the Landlord, the Tenant may at its option have the disputed proportionate share determined by Arbitration. The determination of the Arbitration will apply and be effective from the

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295 Commencement Date or any later relevant date. The cost of Arbitration will be borne by the party deemed to have lost the Arbitration as determined by the arbitrator.

Notwithstanding the above, if the actual Rentable Area of the Premises is more than 105% of the estimated Rentable Area of the Premises shown in subclause 1.1(e) or if the actual Total Rentable Area is less than 95% of the estimated Total Rentable Area shown in subclause 1.1(c), then for the purposes of calculating the share of Taxes or Operating Costs payable by the Tenant under this Lease (if any), the Rentable Area of the Premises will be deemed to be the lesser of the actual Rentable Area of the Premises or 105% of the estimated Rentable Area of the Premises shown in subclause 1.1(e) and the Total Rentable Area will be deemed to be the greater of the actual Total Rentable Area or 95% of the estimated Total Rentable Area shown in subclause 1.1(c).

4.3 RENT FOR IRREGULAR PERIODS

All Rent reserved herein will be deemed to accrue from day to day, and if for any reason it will become necessary to calculate Rent for irregular periods of less than one year or one month an appropriate pro-rata adjustment will be made on a daily basis in order to compute Rent for such irregular period.

4.4 SET-OFF

Without restricting any right of set-off given or implied by law, the Tenant may set-off against the Rent or against any other sums payable hereunder to the Landlord, any amount payable by the Landlord to the Tenant hereunder, and, without restricting the generality of the foregoing, the Tenant may, when making payment of Rent or of any other sum, withhold an amount which is equal to any amount which is then payable to the Tenant by the Landlord under this Lease or which, by virtue of the right of set-off, may be retained by the Tenant.

4.5 RECORDS

During the Term of this Lease, and for a period of not less than TWENTY-FOUR (24) months after the expiration or sooner determination of the said Term:

(a) the Landlord will maintain full and detailed records of expenses and costs incurred for the Building and the Land together with proper records of all tender calls, quotations, contracts, correspondence, invoices, receipts and vouchers relating thereto; and

(b) at all reasonable times and from time to time the Landlord will make all such records available to the Tenant, or to persons acting on its behalf, for inspection and for the purpose of making copies thereof (at the Landlord’s cost) and taking extracts therefrom and will furnish to such persons any and all information which they may require from time to time in connection therewith.

The Tenant will have the right, at its cost, to require, on reasonable notice to the Landlord, the Landlord’s books and records of Operating Costs and Taxes during the period referred to above to be audited and, in connection with any such audit, the Tenant will pay for the reasonable cost of making any necessary copies of the Landlord’s books

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296 and records. In the event that any such audit discloses that the Landlord has overstated the amount payable by the Tenant on account of Taxes and/or Operating Costs for the period in question, then the Landlord will forthwith after notice from the Tenant reimburse the Tenant for any overpayment which has been made by the Tenant and, if any such audit discloses that the Landlord has overstated by five percent (5%) or more the amount payable by the Tenant on account of Taxes and/or Operating Costs for the period in question, the Landlord will also forthwith after notice from the Tenant pay the cost of the audit (or reimburse the Tenant for such cost).

This right will survive the expiry of the Term or sooner termination of this Lease.

4.6 ESTOPPEL

If, within TWELVE (12) calendar months of conclusion of each yearly period commencing on an anniversary of the Base Year or of each Term Year, as applicable, the Landlord has not delivered to the Tenant a Certified Statement with respect to any additional Operating Costs payable by the Tenant in respect of such yearly period or Term Year or delivered to the Tenant such information as is required under subclause 4.2(b) in respect to any amount payable by the Tenant on account of Taxes, then the Landlord will be estopped from demanding reimbursement for or payment therefore, as applicable, and, in connection therewith, the Landlord waives recourse to any remedies otherwise available to it for the recovery of said amounts.

4.7 APPEAL OF PAYMENT OF TAXES

The Landlord may appeal any assessment of the Taxes payable by it to the extent permitted by law and may make any related payment under protest and may, if permitted by law, post security acceptable to the applicable governmental authorities in lieu of all or any part of such payment. In addition, the Tenant will have the right to require the Landlord to appeal any assessment of the Taxes payable by the Landlord or may carry out any such appeal itself (either in its own name or on behalf of and in the name of the Landlord). The costs of appeal (whether incurred by the Landlord or the Tenant) will be included in Operating Costs if the appeal is for the benefit of the Building as a whole and, if not, the costs of appeal will be apportioned equitably between the rentable premises in the Building benefiting from the reduction, if any, provided such reduction is equal to or greater than the costs of appeal. If the costs of appeal are greater than the reduction the excess will be borne by the party who requested the appeal.

ARTICLE 5 LANDLORD’S GENERAL COVENANTS

The Landlord covenants with the Tenant as follows:

5.1 QUIET ENJOYMENT

The Tenant will and may peaceably possess and enjoy the Premises for the Term hereby granted, without any interruption or disturbance from the Landlord or its assigns, or any other person or persons lawfully claiming by, from, through or under the Landlord.

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297 5.2 INTERIOR CLIMATE CONTROL

The Landlord will provide to the Premises during Normal Business Hours, by means of a system for heating, cooling, filtering and circulating air and processed air in accordance with clause 2 of Schedule K (HVAC and Lighting Systems), so as to ensure that the Premises are maintained in conditions of reasonable temperature and comfort in accordance with good standards of interior climate control.

5.3 ELEVATORS - DELETED

5.4 ENTRANCES, LOBBIES AND OTHER COMMON AREAS

The Landlord will permit the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees and its and their respective employees to have the use, seven days of each and every week and twenty- four hours of each day, in common with others entitled thereto of the common entrances, lobbies, stairways and corridors of the Building giving access to the Premises and to all parking facilities in the Building.

5.5 WASHROOMS

The Landlord will permit the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees and its and their respective employees, customers, agents and invitees in common with others entitled thereto to use the washrooms in the Building on the floors on which the Premises are situate and to use such other washrooms in the Building as have been designated for use by the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees or as have been designated for the common use of all tenants of the Building.

5.6 JANITORIAL SERVICE FOR PREMISES

Unless otherwise provided in Schedule C to this Lease, the Landlord will cause when reasonably necessary from time to time the floors of the Premises to be swept and cleaned, the windows on the exterior of the Premises to be cleaned, the desks, tables and other furniture of the Tenant in the Premises to be dusted, and such other janitorial services to be provided as are contemplated in the definition of Janitorial Services in Schedule B.

5.7 MAINTENANCE OF COMMON AREAS

The Landlord will cause the elevators, common entrances, lobbies, stairways, corridors, washrooms, parking facilities and other parts of the Building from time to time provided for common use and enjoyment to be swept, cleaned or otherwise properly maintained as contemplated in the definition of Janitorial Services in Schedule B.

5.8 BUILDING DIRECTORY

The Landlord will maintain a directory in the main entrance lobby of the Building and will list thereon the name of the Tenant, the name(s) of the user(s) of the Premises and the suite number(s) of the Premises.

5.9 COMPLY WITH LAWS

(a) The Landlord will comply at all times during the Term hereof with all laws, statutes, bylaws, ordinances, regulations or other lawful requirements of any

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298 governmental authority having jurisdiction which are in respect of the Land and the Building, and the Landlord warrants and covenants that the Premises comply as of the date of this Lease and will comply at all times during the Term with all such laws, statutes, bylaws, ordinances, regulations and other lawful requirements.

(b) The Tenant will comply at all times during the Term hereof with all laws, statutes, bylaws, ordinances, regulation or other lawful requirements of any governmental authority having jurisdiction which are in respect to the use of the Premises.

5.10 USE AND STATE OF PREMISES

The Tenant may use the Premises for its own purposes or to provide accommodation for agencies of the Provincial Government, Provincial Crown Corporations, ministries or agencies of the Federal Government, municipalities, regional districts and other similarly publicly funded bodies and their agents or agencies, corporate or otherwise, and subject to the prior written consent of the Landlord (not to be unreasonably withheld), for private sector tenants, and the Landlord warrants and covenants that the Premises are zoned for such purposes, and will be free from any offensive or objectionable odours, vermin or noise.

5.11 ACCESS

The Tenant and its subtenants and licensees and its and their respective employees, customers, agents and invitees will have the right in common with other occupants of the Building to pass, repass and utilize all Common Areas and the Tenant’s Designated Parking Areas for purposes of ingress, egress and full enjoyment of the Premises, Parking Areas and other facilities in use by the Tenant. The Premises and Common Areas are to be accessible to the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees SEVEN (7) days of each and every week during Normal Business Hours and, at all other hours, through the Landlord’s security system via keys or electronic access control cards throughout the Term, twenty-four (24) hours per day.

5.12 TAXES

The Landlord will promptly pay all Taxes (and, in any event, on or before the date when due) levied against the Land and the Building, together with all fuel, utility and other charges of any nature whatsoever for which the Landlord is responsible.

5.13 LANDLORD’S SERVICES

The Landlord will maintain the Building at those standards specified in the current Workers’ Compensation Board Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and all amendments thereto and all subsequent successor regulations and will provide for those Landlord’s services set out in Schedule C to this Lease in accordance with the terms thereof and will provide and pay (except to the extent otherwise provided in Schedule C) for the Landlord’s services set out in Schedule K to this Lease.

5.14 ADDITIONAL SERVICES / CHANGE IN PROVISION OF SERVICES

If the Tenant requires any janitorial or cleaning services to the Premises additional to those required to be provided by the Landlord under the provisions of this Lease, wishes

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299 to move furniture or equipment or make repairs or alterations within the Premises or requires other services in the Premises, then the Tenant may, at its option, request the Landlord, by way of Additional Services, to provide or have its designated agents or contractors provide such services. The Cost of Additional Services provided will be paid to the Landlord by the Tenant from time to time within THIRTY (30) days of receipt of invoices therefore from the Landlord. The Cost of Additional Services charged directly to the Tenant and other tenants will be credited in computing Operating Cost to the extent that it would otherwise have been included.

The parties also agree that:

(a) if the Landlord is obligated to supply any services to the Tenant under this Lease at the Tenant’s cost, the Tenant will be entitled, on SIXTY (60) days’ prior written notice to the Landlord, to retain any third party to provide such services to the Tenant, at the Tenant’s expense (in which event, the obligation of the Landlord to supply such services will be suspended until such time, if any, as the Tenant gives the Landlord SIXTY (60) days’ prior written notice that the Landlord will again be responsible for the provision of such services); and

(b) if any third party supplies any services to the Tenant in respect of the operation of the Premises, the Tenant will be entitled, on SIXTY (60) days’ prior written notice to the Landlord, to require the Landlord to supply such services to the Tenant, at the Tenant’s expense.

5.15 ADDITIONAL UTILITIES

Upon request by the Tenant, and with adequate notice, the Landlord will supply additional heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning, electricity or other utility services to the Premises above those which the Landlord is required to supply to the Tenant under the provisions of this Lease or outside Normal Business Hours. The Tenant will pay to the Landlord in the manner in which Operating Cost is paid any additional costs of the Landlord which may arise in respect of additional heating, ventilating, and air- conditioning, electricity and other utility services which are arranged to be provided to the Tenant over and above those which the Landlord is required to supply to the Tenant under the provisions of this Lease or outside of Normal Business Hours.

5.16 PARKING

The Landlord agrees to make available to the Tenant, for use by it and its subtenants and licensees and its and their respective employees, customers, agents and invitees, the number of random parking stalls and the number of secured parking stalls indicated in subclause 1.1(n), at the applicable monthly rate set out in subclause 1.1(n). Such parking stalls must be accessible and available for use SEVEN (7) days of each and every week and TWENTY-FOUR (24) hours per day.

The number of parking stalls required by the Tenant, up to a maximum of ______random parking stalls, may be adjusted by the Tenant at any time and as many times as required throughout the Term, or any renewal thereof, by giving to the Landlord not less than ______days’ prior written notice.

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300 5.17 COPIES OF DRAWINGS

Except as disclosed in Schedule G and any Request for Proposals document with respect to this Lease, prior to the Commencement Date, the Landlord, will at the Tenant's request and cost, supply to the Tenant a set of as built drawings of the premises in a format as required by the Tenant.

ARTICLE 6 REPAIR, DAMAGE AND DESTRUCTION

6.1 LANDLORD’S REPAIRS

The Landlord covenants with the Tenant that:

(a) subject to clause 6.4, it will keep in a good and reasonable state of repair, and consistent with the general standards of office buildings of similar age and character in the area where the Building is located:

(i) the Land and all landscaping thereon;

(ii) the Building and its HVAC, including the foundation, roof, exterior walls including glass portions thereof, all mechanical, electrical, (including fluorescent lamp fixture ballasts,) plumbing and utilities systems and all other systems provided for bringing utilities to the Premises (including all systems for bringing data, telephone and other communication services to the Premises), the elevators, entrances, stairways, corridors, lobbies, washrooms, sprinkler and parking facilities from time to time provided for use in common by the Tenant and other tenants of the Building (subject to Schedule C);

(iii) the Tenant Improvements (subject to Schedule C); and

(iv) the structural members or elements of the Premises; and

(b) it will repair defects in construction performed or installations made by the Landlord in the Premises and Insured Damage.

In the event any maintenance or repair to the Building requires access to the Premises or will negatively impact the operation of the user in the Premises, the Landlord will give advance notice, except in case of emergency, to the Tenant and the Tenant will coordinate the work between the Landlord and the user of the Premises.

Upon receipt of written notice from the Tenant, the Landlord will promptly remedy any defects in the Building and its systems.

The Landlord also covenants with the Tenant that, at the Tenant’s request, the Landlord will undertake repairs to the Premises at a price reasonable and consistent with the market and the Tenant will pay for requested repairs within THIRTY (30) days of full completion of the requested repair and receipt of the agreed upon Landlord’s invoice for the requested repairs. It is understood and agreed between the Landlord and the Tenant that any and all repairs undertaken under this paragraph must be specifically ordered by the Tenant’s Property Management Representative (as indicated in subclause 1.1(p))

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301 and all invoices for said work are to be sent to the address indicated by the Tenant’s Property Management Representative.

6.2 TENANT’S REPAIRS

The Tenant covenants with the Landlord that:

(a) it will not overload any floors; and

(b) on reasonable advance notice to the Tenant, the Landlord may enter the Premises at any reasonable time for the purposes of inspecting the Premises and making necessary repairs.

The Tenant will not be responsible for the cost of repairs to or replacement of Tenant Improvements or the Building where said repairs or replacement are caused by the negligence or wilful misconduct of the Landlord, its employees, invitees, contractors or those for whom in law the Landlord is responsible or for original or latent defects in the design, construction or equipment in the Tenant Improvements for which the Landlord was responsible for the construction and/or installation.

Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this clause 6.2, subject to Schedule C, the task of repairing, maintaining and operating the HVAC systems and other Building standard equipment, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and/or utility systems within or serving the Premises will be the responsibility and cost of the Landlord (except the Tenant will pay Operating Costs for those costs defined as Operating Costs herein); and the Tenant will not be liable for costs incurred as a result of inherent defects in the design, construction or equipment of Tenant Improvements constructed by the Landlord or for those whom in law the Landlord is responsible.

6.3 NOTIFICATION OF DEFECTS

The Tenant will promptly give the Landlord notice of any accident, defect or damage within the Building, Premises, systems or services for which the Landlord has an obligation under this Lease and which have come to the Tenant’s attention.

6.4 REPAIR IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE

If the Building is damaged by fire or any other hazard such that the Premises are rendered untenantable or such that access to the Premises is prevented or materially interfered with (either access by elevators or by stairways or corridors), then if such damage is capable of repair within NINETY (90) days of the happening of the occurrence, the Landlord will, within THIRTY (30) days of the occurrence of the damage, initiate all necessary repairs and forthwith allow an abatement of the Rent and other payments required by this Lease which recognizes the nature and extent of the damage, or inconvenience, until such time as the Premises have been rebuilt and the Tenant is able to occupy and use the Premises in accordance with all applicable laws and until convenient access to the Premises is restored. If the Landlord does not initiate the restoration of the Premises or access within the said THIRTY (30) days, or having commenced the restoration, does not proceed to complete it with reasonable dispatch, then the Tenant may at any time give the Landlord FOURTEEN (14) days prior written notice of the termination of this Lease. If the damage is severe enough to preclude the reoccupation of the Premises by the Tenant or to prevent or materially interfere with

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302 access to the Premises for a period in excess of NINETY (90) days, either party may, within THIRTY (30) days of the occurrence of the damage, serve notice upon the other of the immediate termination of this Lease and the Tenant will surrender the Premises to the Landlord as soon as reasonably practical. In the event of any termination under this clause, the Tenant will surrender the Premises in their then current condition and will be under no obligation to comply with clause 11.4. In the event of any dispute with respect to any matter related to the foregoing provision (including the extent of any abatement of Rent), such matter will be determined by a professional architect agreed upon by the Tenant and the Landlord or, if the Tenant and the Landlord are not able to agree on such an architect within THIRTY (30) days of the occurrence of the damage, then either the Tenant or the Landlord will be entitled to request the President of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia to select a professional architect to arbitrate the dispute, and the determination of any such architect (whether appointed by the Tenant and the Landlord or by the President of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia) will be final and binding on the Tenant and the Landlord.

6.5 TENANT NOTIFICATION

The Landlord acknowledges that the Tenant, or the Tenant’s property management representative (identified in sub clause 1.1(p)), may contact the Landlord from time to time to advise the Landlord as to the need for it to take action pursuant to its repair, maintenance or service obligations hereunder. In any such case, the Landlord agrees that upon completion of the obligation in question, it will provide confirmation of same to the Tenant’s property management representative, such confirmation to be given either in writing pursuant to clause 12.1 or by telephone, facsimile or email to the Tenant’s representative referred to in sub clause 1.1(p), that the Landlord has completed such work.

ARTICLE 7 LICENSES, ASSIGNMENTS AND SUBLETTINGS

7.1 LICENSES, FRANCHISES AND CONCESSIONS

The Tenant will not suffer or permit any part of the Premises to be used or occupied by any persons other than the Tenant and any subtenants and licensees permitted under clause 7.2, and the employees of the Tenant and of any such permitted subtenants and licensees, or suffer or permit any part of the Premises to be used or occupied by any franchisee or concessionaire, or suffer or permit any persons to be upon the Premises other than the Tenant, such permitted subtenants and licensees and its and their respective employees, customers and others having lawful business with them.

7.2 ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLETTING

The Tenant will not assign this Lease (either in whole or in part) without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which consent the Landlord agrees that it will not unreasonably or arbitrarily withhold or delay or grant subject to conditions. If the Landlord has not responded to any request from the Tenant for such consent within THIRTY (30) days of receipt of such request, the Landlord will be deemed to have consented to the request.

The Landlord covenants and agrees that the Tenant may sublet or licence the Premises, either in whole or in part, without the consent of the Landlord, to agencies of the Provincial Government, Provincial Crown Corporations, ministries or agencies of the

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303 Federal Government, municipalities, regional districts and other similar publicly funded bodies and their agents or agencies and subject to the prior written consent of the Landlord (not to be unreasonably withheld), to private sector tenants for the purposes contemplated in clause 5.10. The Tenant may not otherwise sublet or licence the Premises without the prior written consent of the Landlord. Notwithstanding any such sublease or licence being effected, the Tenant will remain bound to the Landlord for the fulfilment of all the terms, covenants, conditions and agreements herein contained.

ARTICLE 8 FIXTURES AND IMPROVEMENTS

8.1 INSTALLATION OF FIXTURES AND IMPROVEMENTS

Subject to the prior written consent of the Landlord (not to be unreasonably withheld), the Tenant will be entitled, at its expense, to make or permit any subtenant or licensee to make such alterations, additions, replacements and improvements to the Premises (including the Tenant Improvements in the Premises) as will better adapt the Premises for the purposes for which the Premises are permitted to be used under this Lease. Throughout the Term, subject to the prior written consent of the Landlord (not to be unreasonably withheld), the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees will be entitled to remove and dispose of any Tenant Improvements located in the Premises. In carrying out any work under this clause 8.1, the Tenant will carry out or cause to be carried out such work in a good and workmanlike manner and in accordance with all applicable laws. The Tenant’s request for any approval of the Landlord hereunder will be in writing and accompanied by a reasonably detailed description of the contemplated work and, where appropriate, plans, working drawings, and specifications thereof. The Landlord agrees to promptly review any such material prepared by or on behalf of the Tenant. If the Landlord has not responded to any such request from the Tenant within TEN (10) days of receipt of such request, the Landlord will be deemed to have consented to the request. The Tenant shall provide the Landlord with copies of any building permits required in connection with any work under this clause 8.1.

8.2 TENANT IMPROVEMENTS

All Tenant Improvements in or upon the Premises will be the Landlord’s responsibility for repair under clause 6.1. At the option of the Tenant, the Tenant may remove, or may permit the removal of, any or all of the Tenant Improvements from the Premises at the expiration or sooner termination of the Term or may leave and surrender any or all of the Tenant Improvements with the Premises at the expiration or sooner termination of this Lease. For greater certainty, all tenant or trade fixtures and all furniture, equipment and other personal property of the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees will remain at all times the property of the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees and may be removed from time to time during the Term of this Lease regardless of who has paid for such tenant or trade fixtures, furniture, equipment and other personal property.

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304 ARTICLE 9 INSURANCE AND LIABILITY

9.1 LANDLORD’S INSURANCE

The Landlord will, without limiting its obligations or liabilities herein and at its own expense, provide and maintain the following insurances with insurers licensed in British Columbia or Canada and in forms and amounts acceptable to the Tenant:

(a) “all risks” property insurance, including earthquake coverage if such coverage is available at a cost that a prudent owner would pay therefore, and coverage for sprinkler leakage and other water damage, on the Building (including the Tenant Improvements) in an amount that is not less than the full replacement cost of the Building, together with boiler and machinery insurance (which will include loss of use and loss or damage caused by rupture of steam pipes) in respect of all boilers and other pressure vessels within or forming part of the Building, in such amounts and with such deductibles as are normally effected by reasonably prudent owners of properties similar to the Building (for the purposes of this paragraph, replacement cost will be determined by the Landlord acting reasonably at the time the insurance is initially obtained and will thereafter be determined by the Landlord at least once every 12 months, and the Landlord will promptly notify the Tenant in writing of each such determination, it being the intention of the parties that in the event of any damage or destruction to the Building, sufficient insurance funds will be available to repair or rebuild the Building, including increased costs due to the then applicable Building Codes and authorities having jurisdiction. Each and every policy of property insurance maintained by the Landlord will provide for a waiver of the insurer's right of subrogation against the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees and those for whom each of the Tenant and its subtenants and licensees is or are responsible in law; and

(b) Commercial General Liability in an amount not less than $3,000,000 inclusive per occurrence insuring against bodily injury, personal injury, property damage and liability assumed under contract. The Tenant is to be an additional insured under this insurance and this insurance will be endorsed to provide the Tenant with 30 days advance written notice of cancellation or material change. This insurance must include a cross liability and severability of interest clauses.

All the foregoing insurance will be primary and not require the sharing of any loss by any insurer of the Tenant. The Landlord will provide the Tenant with evidence of all required insurance prior to the commencement of the services, and from time to time as requested by the Tenant, in the form of a completed Province of British Columbia Certificate of Insurance. When requested by the Tenant, the Landlord will provide certified copies of required insurance policies.

9.2 LIMITATION OF TENANT’S LIABILITY

The Landlord releases and discharges the Tenant from any and all actions, causes of action, claims, damages, demands, expenses and liabilities in respect of any damage that is Insured Damage.

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305 9.3 MUTUAL INDEMNITY

Except as otherwise provided in this Lease, the Landlord and Tenant will indemnify each other against all claims, actions, causes of action, loss, damage, expense and costs, whatsoever, made by any person arising out of or resulting directly or indirectly and whether by reason of negligence or otherwise, from the performance, default of performance or remedying of any default by any party hereto of its covenants and obligations under this Lease.

9.4 TENANT NOT TO AFFECT INSURANCE

The Tenant will not do or permit anything to be done which causes the Landlord’s cost of insuring the Building to increase. Any increase in insurance costs to the Landlord resulting from a breach of this covenant will be borne by the Tenant.

9.5 LANDLORD TO ENSURE OTHER TENANTS WILL NOT AFFECT INSURANCE

The Landlord will ensure that any and all tenants in the Building during the Term hereof will be bound by a covenant identical in its effect to that contained in clause 9.4. In the absence of such covenant, the Landlord will indemnify the Tenant from any increase in the cost of insuring the Building.

ARTICLE 10 SUBORDINATION, ATTORNMENT AND REGISTRATION

10.1 SALE OR FINANCING OF BUILDING

The rights of the Landlord under this Lease may be mortgaged, charged, transferred or assigned to a purchaser or purchasers, or to a mortgagee or trustee for bond holders, and in the event of a sale or of default by the Landlord under any mortgage, trust deed or trust indenture and the purchaser, mortgagee or trustee, as the case may be, duly entering into possession of the Building or the Premises, the Tenant agrees to attorn to and become the tenant of such purchaser or purchasers, mortgagee or trustee under the terms of this Lease so long as any such purchaser executes and delivers to the Tenant an agreement whereunder such purchaser agrees to be bound by all of the obligations of the “Landlord” under this Lease. Prior to the Landlord mortgaging or otherwise charging the Land and the Building or its interest in this Lease to any mortgagee or trustee, the Landlord will cause any such mortgagee or trustee to execute and deliver to the Tenant a non-disturbance agreement in a form acceptable to the Tenant, acting reasonably, pursuant to which such mortgagee or trustee will agree that the Tenant’s occupation and possession of the Premises and its use of the Land and the Building as permitted under this Lease will not be disturbed.

10.2 SUBORDINATION AND ATTORNMENT

If required by any mortgagee or the holder of any trust deed or trust indenture, this Lease and all rights of the Tenant hereunder will be subject and subordinate to all mortgages, trust deeds or trust indentures now or hereafter existing which may now or hereafter affect the Land and the Building and to all renewals, modifications, consolidations, replacements and extensions thereof. The Tenant agrees to execute and deliver promptly whenever requested by the Landlord or by such mortgagee an instrument of subordination or attornment, as the case may be, as may be required of it,

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306 so long as any mortgagee or trustee executes and delivers to the Tenant a non- disturbance agreement in the form contemplated in clause 10.1.

10.3 ESTOPPEL CERTIFICATE

Whenever requested by the Landlord or any purchaser or mortgagee of the Land and the Building, the Tenant will within ten (10) days of the request execute and deliver an estoppel certificate substantially in the form attached hereto as Schedule E, completed to reflect the status of the Lease.

ARTICLE 11 TENANT’S DEFAULT, REMEDIES OF LANDLORD AND SURRENDER

11.1 RIGHT OF RE-ENTRY ON DEFAULT

Provided and it is expressly agreed that if and whenever the Rent hereby reserved or other moneys payable by the Tenant or any part thereof, whether lawfully demanded or not, are unpaid and the Tenant will have failed to pay such Rent or other moneys within FIFTEEN (15) days after the Landlord has given to the Tenant written notice requiring such payment; or if the Tenant will materially breach or fail to observe and perform in a material way any of the covenants, agreements, provisos, conditions, rules, or regulations and other obligations on the part of the Tenant to be kept, observed or performed hereunder and such breach or failure continues for THIRTY (30) days after the Landlord has given the Tenant written notice thereof (or, if any such breach or failure reasonably requires a longer period of time to remedy, if such breach or failure has not been remedied within such longer period); then and in every such case it will be lawful for the Landlord thereafter to enter into and upon the Premises or any part thereof in the name of the whole and the same to have again, repossess and enjoy as of its former estate, anything in this Lease to the contrary notwithstanding.

11.2 REMEDIES CUMULATIVE

The Landlord may from time to time resort to any or all of the rights and remedies available to it in the event of any default hereunder by the Tenant under any provision of this Lease, all of which rights and remedies are intended to be cumulative and not alternative.

11.3 WAIVER OF DISTRESS

The Landlord waives its right of distress to any property of the Tenant or its permitted subtenants.

11.4 SURRENDER ON TERMINATION

The Tenant will surrender the Premises at the expiration or sooner termination of the Term in good repair (together with such Tenant Improvements and chattels as the Tenant may elect to leave) to the Landlord, reasonable wear and tear, damage from fire, storm, tempest and other casualty, removal of Tenant Improvements and chattels only excepted, and the Tenant will not be liable to pay compensation or to make any other payment to the Landlord in respect of restoration or repair of the Premises except for any damages caused by the removal of Tenant Improvements.

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307 11.5 SAVING

Notwithstanding anything contained in this Lease to the contrary, the Landlord will not be entitled to and will not exercise any of its rights or remedies against the Tenant by reason of any default or breach of any covenant or agreement of this Lease unless and until the Landlord will first have given to the Tenant written notice of such default, stating the nature thereof, and giving the Tenant reasonable time as agreed to between the Landlord and the Tenant within which to cure the default or breach. In no event will the Landlord be entitled to exercise any such rights and remedies except those specifically set out in this Lease.

ARTICLE 12 MISCELLANEOUS

12.1 NOTICES

Any notices required or permitted to be given pursuant to the terms of this Lease will be in writing and must be delivered personally or by courier or sent by facsimile. If delivered personally or by courier or sent by facsimile, the notice will be deemed to be given on the date of delivery or the date of the facsimile, provided such notice has been delivered to or sent by facsimile to the respective address or facsimile number in subclause 1.1(a) or 1.1(b), as the case may be. Either party may change the details outlined in subclause 1.1(a) or 1.1(b), as the case may be, by serving notice on the other party outlining the amendments required in subclause 1.1(a) or 1.1(b), as the case may be.

12.2 OVERHOLDING

If the Tenant will continue to occupy the Premises after the expiration of this Lease without any further written agreement and without objection by the Landlord, the Tenant will be a monthly tenant at a monthly base rent equal to the monthly instalment of Annual Base Rent payable by the Tenant during the last month of the Term and (except as to length of tenancy) on and subject to the provisions and conditions herein set out. Any such monthly tenancy may be terminated by either party on the last day of any calendar month by delivery of not less than one full month’s prior written notice of termination to the other party.

12.3 FORCE MAJEURE

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Lease, if either party hereto is bona fide delayed or hindered in or prevented from the performance of any term, covenant or act required hereunder by reason of strikes; labour troubles; inability to procure materials or services; power failure; restrictive governmental laws or regulations; riots; insurrection; sabotage; rebellion; war; act of God; or other reason whether of a like nature or not which is not the fault of the party delayed in performing work or doing acts required to be done hereunder, nor due to that party’s failure or inability to make payment, then performance of such term, covenant or act is excused for the period of the delay and the party delayed will be entitled to perform such term, covenant or act within the appropriate time period after the expiration of the period of such delay. The provisions of this clause will operate to excuse the Tenant during any one of the incidents contemplated herein from the payment of Rent, or any other payments required by this Lease, to the extent that the Premises remain unusable for the permitted

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308 use during the period of Force Majeure. The foregoing Force Majeure will not restrict the Tenant from exercising its rights under clause 6.4, in those instances where the Tenant is able, with its own forces or contractors, to remedy a situation which would otherwise constitute a default so as to mitigate loss.

12.4 EXTRANEOUS AGREEMENTS

The Tenant acknowledges that there are no covenants, representations, warranties, agreements or conditions expressed or implied relating to this Lease or the Premises save as expressly set out in this Lease or in any offer to lease or other agreement executed by the parties in connection with the Premises. In the event of any conflict or contradiction between the terms of any such offer to lease or other agreement and the terms of this Lease, the terms of this Lease will govern and prevail. This Lease may not be modified except by an agreement in writing executed by the Landlord and the Tenant.

12.5 TIME OF ESSENCE

Time will be of the essence of this Lease.

12.6 SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

This Lease and everything herein contained will enure to the benefit of and be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Landlord and its heirs, executors and administrators and the successors and permitted assigns of the Tenant. If the Landlord is comprised of more than one person or entity, then each such person and entity is jointly and severally bound by the representations, warranties, agreements and covenants of the Landlord herein and any notice given or deemed to have been given at any time to any such person or entity will be deemed to have been given at the same time to each other such person and entity.

12.7 WAIVER

No condoning, excusing or overlooking by the Landlord or Tenant of any default, breach or non-observance by the Tenant or the Landlord at any time or times in respect of any covenant, proviso or condition herein contained will operate as a waiver of the Landlord’s or the Tenant’s rights hereunder in respect of any continuing or subsequent default, breach or non-observance or so as to defeat or affect in any way the rights of the Landlord or the Tenant herein in respect of any such continuing or subsequent default or breach, no acceptance of rent by the Landlord subsequent to a default by the Tenant will operate as a waiver by the Landlord, and no waiver will be inferred from or implied by anything done or omitted by the Landlord or the Tenant save only express waiver in writing.

12.8 GOVERNING LAW AND SEVERABILITY

This Lease will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws in force in the Province of British Columbia. The Landlord and the Tenant agree that all the provisions of this Lease are to be construed as covenants and agreements as though the words importing such covenants and agreements were used in each separate section hereof. If any provision or provisions of this Lease are illegal or not enforceable, it or they will be considered separate and severable from this Lease and its remaining provisions will

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309 remain in force and be binding upon the parties as though the said provision or provisions had never been included.

12.9 CAPTIONS

The captions appearing in this Lease have been inserted as a matter of convenience and for reference only and in no way define, limit or enlarge the scope or meaning of this Lease or of any provision thereof.

12.10 EXPROPRIATION

If during the Term the Premises or the Land, or any part thereof, is acquired or condemned by expropriation for any public or quasi-public use, then the Landlord and the Tenant may separately claim, receive and retain awards of compensation for the loss of their respective interests, but neither the Landlord nor the Tenant will have any claim against the other in respect of such loss or the unexpired Term.

12.11 ARBITRATION

If any dispute arises between the parties hereto other than with respect of those matters referred to in clause 6.4 or with respect to the payment of Annual Base Rent during any Renewal Term, then the matter will be determined by binding Arbitration.

ARTICLE 13 SPECIAL PROVISIONS

13.1 OPTION(S) TO RENEW

The Landlord grants to the Tenant the option(s) to renew as outlined in Schedule F.

13.2 REDUCTION IN SPACE - DELETED

13.3 GOODS AND SERVICES TAX CERTIFICATION CLAUSE - DELETED

13.4 ENTRY BY LANDLORD

The Landlord acknowledges and agrees that certain of the operations of the Tenant and its subtenants are sensitive in nature and, accordingly, that the Tenant will be entitled to secure access to certain portions of the Premises, as designated from time to time by the Tenant. The Landlord agrees that, notwithstanding any other provision of this Lease, neither the Landlord nor any person acting on its behalf will be entitled to enter any such portions of the Premises except on 48 hours’ prior written notice and in the company of an authorized representative of the Tenant and of any affected subtenant or appropriate security personnel or except in cases of bona fide emergencies which require that the Landlord have access to such portions of the Premises.

13.5 ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY AND FUNGAL GROWTH

Except as disclosed in the Schedule I – Environmental Disclosure attached to this Lease, the Landlord, to the best of its knowledge, represents and warrants to the Tenant that the Building is in material compliance with all Environmental Laws, and the Landlord will endeavour to maintain the Building's compliance with Environmental Laws. The Landlord further represents and warrants that the Building is free of any mould or fungal

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310 growth and of any conditions which might reasonably be expected to give rise to such mould or fungal growth, and the Landlord covenants that it will ensure that the Premises are kept free of any such mould or fungal growth and of such conditions. The Tenant will notify the Landlord in writing within THIRTY (30) days after discovery of any inaccuracy in the foregoing representations and warranties.

The Tenant and the Landlord will each comply with all Environmental Laws, including with respect to Hazardous Substances, on, in, or under the Building or the Land, and the Tenant and the Landlord will each be responsible for their failure to do so. The Landlord and the Tenant will each give notice to the other of any discovery of failure by the other party to comply with this obligation, and each has the right, but not the obligation and without incurring any liability, to remedy such default by the other party if the defaulting party has not done so within a reasonable period of time. Tenant's costs of remedying Default will be deducted from Rent, and Landlord's costs of remedying Default will be added to Rent.

In the event that the parties acting reasonably determine that it is necessary to vacate all or a portion of the Premises during any remediation work being carried out by the Landlord or the Tenant, the Rent and all other amounts payable by the Tenant under this Lease will abate during such period in that proportion that the area of the portion of the Premises which has been vacated bears to the total area of the Premises except of such work is required due to contamination caused by the Tenant.

The parties acknowledge and agree that it is difficult to determine with any objective certainty whether any mould or fungal growth may exist which may affect the health of any person using the Premises or whether any conditions may exist which may give rise to such mould or fungal growth. Accordingly, the parties agree that the Tenant's decisions with respect to such matters will be confirmed by an environmental consultant that is listed on the Roster of Approved Professionals maintained by the British Columbia Ministry of Environment pursuant to section 42 of the Environmental Management Act (British Columbia) and will be binding on the Landlord unless the Landlord can demonstrate that the Tenant's decisions are arbitrary or have been made without any reasonable basis.

13.6 TERMINATION

In the event that an environmental consultant that is listed on the Roster of Approved Professionals maintained by the British Columbia Ministry of Environment pursuant to section 42 of the Environmental Management Act (British Columbia) advises the Tenant to terminate this Lease because of any adverse environmental issues of the type referred to in clause 13.5, the Tenant will be entitled to terminate this Lease on SIXTY (60) days’ prior written notice to the Landlord, whereupon the Tenant will be under no obligation to comply with clause 11.4 and the Landlord will reimburse the Tenant for a portion of all costs incurred by the Tenant in fixturing the Premises equal to the product of

(a) all costs incurred by the Tenant in fixturing the Premises and

(b) a fraction having as its numerator the number of days from the date of the termination of this Lease to the day which would have been the last day of the initial Term of this Lease if the Tenant had not terminated this Lease and as its denominator the number of days in the initial Term of this Lease (calculated as

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311 though the Tenant had not terminated this Lease). The Landlord will pay such amount to the Tenant within THIRTY (30) days of the termination of this Lease. For greater certainty, this clause will survive the termination of this Lease.

13.7 TENANT’S RIGHT TO PERFORM

If the Tenant delivers to the Landlord written notice of default in any of the services to be carried out by the Landlord pursuant to clause 5.13 or in any work carried out or to be carried out by the Landlord hereunder or under any offer to lease or other agreement executed by the parties in connection with the Premises in order to prepare the Premises for use by the Tenant and the Landlord fails to remedy such default:

(a) within SEVENTY-TWO (72) hours from and after delivery of such written notice; or

(b) within such period less than SEVENTY-TWO (72) hours from and after delivery of such written notice as will ensure that the Tenant suffers no loss or damage if, by reason of the nature of such default, the Tenant may reasonably be expected to suffer loss or damage if such default is not remedied within a period less than SEVENTY-TWO (72) hours,

then and in any and every such event, the Tenant may without further notice to the Landlord take such steps as may, in the sole judgement of the Tenant, be necessary to remedy such default, and without limiting any of the Tenant’s remedies at law or in equity, all costs incurred by the Tenant in remedying any such default of the Landlord, plus an administrative fee equal to 15% of such costs, will be charged to and paid by the Landlord and, if the Landlord fails to pay such costs and such administrative fee on demand, the Tenant will be entitled either to deduct the same from the Rent or any other amounts payable hereunder by the Tenant to the Landlord, or to withhold the payment of Rent or any other amounts payable to the Landlord until such time as the default will have been cured or the Tenant will have recovered all its costs in remedying the default, plus the administrative fee.

So long as the default of the Landlord is not a default in respect of which the Tenant might reasonably be expected to suffer loss or damage if such default is not remedied in a period less than SEVENTY-TWO (72) hours, then if the default is of such a nature that despite exercising all reasonable efforts the Landlord cannot cure such default within SEVENTY-TWO (72) hours, such time period will be extended by agreement between the parties for a further reasonable period of time, provided that the Landlord’s right to such an extension will be conditional upon the Landlord making continuous, diligent and reasonable efforts to cure such default as soon as possible.

13.8 DIRECTION AS TO EMERGENCY

In case of emergency, each of the Landlord and the Tenant designate the respective person, as indicated in subclause 1.1(p), as its representative.

13.9 SCHEDULES AND ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

All Schedules to this Lease (including those provisions (if any) which are set out in Schedule H hereto) form part of this Lease and constitute agreements between the

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312 Landlord and the Tenant with the same effect as if they had been included in the main body of this Lease.

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313 IN WITNESS WHEREOF the duly authorized signatories of the Tenant and the Landlord have executed this Lease as of the date set out above.

LANDLORD:

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY

By: ______Sign, Print Name and Title I have the authority to bind the Landlord

By: ______Sign, Print Name and Title I have the authority to bind the Landlord

TENANT:

PROVINCIAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY

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314 SCHEDULE A

FLOOR PLANS OF THE PREMISES

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SCHEDULE A-2

LICENSED AREA

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SCHEDULE A-3

SHARED AREA ON TOP FLOOR

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317 SCHEDULE B

DEFINITIONS

In this Lease the following expressions will have the following meanings:

“Additional Rent” means all sums of money to be paid by the Tenant, whether to the Landlord or otherwise under this Lease, except for Annual Base Rent;

“Additional Services” means the services and supervision supplied by the Landlord and referred to in clause 5.14 or in any other provision hereof as Additional Services; any other services which from time to time the Landlord supplies to the Tenant and which are additional to other services that the Landlord has agreed to supply under this Lease and to like provisions of other leases of the Building; the provision of labour and supervision in connection with the moving of any furniture or equipment of the Tenant; the making of any repairs or alterations for the Tenant; and the provision to the Tenant or the Premises of maintenance or other services not normally furnished to tenants or other leasable premises generally; and “Additional Service” means any such service;

“Arbitration” means arbitration by a single arbitrator if the Landlord and the Tenant can agree on one and otherwise by three arbitrators, one arbitrator to be appointed by the Landlord, one arbitrator to be appointed by the Tenant, and the third arbitrator (who will be the Chairman) to be appointed by the two arbitrators so appointed by the Landlord and the Tenant, and in the case of three arbitrators, the matter to be determined will be determined by the majority of the three arbitrators, and such arbitration will otherwise be subject to the provisions of the Commercial Arbitration Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c.55 (or its successor legislation);

“Annual Base Rent” means the annual rent set out in subclause 1.1(h) and payable by the Tenant as set forth in subclause 4.1(a), subject to subclause 4.2(e);

“Base Building Shell” will have the meaning ascribed thereto in Schedule D to this Lease;

“Base Year” means, for the purpose of determining Base Year (Operating Costs) or for any other purposes related to the payment by the Tenant of a share of Operating Costs, the period of TWELVE (12) months commencing on the later of the Commencement Date or the date that the Building has achieved an occupancy rate of at least EIGHTY FIVE (85%) percent of the Total Rentable Area and means, for the purpose of determining Base Year (Taxes) or for any other purposes related to the payment by the Tenant of a share of Taxes, the later of the Commencement Date or the date in the taxation year following the Commencement Date on which the Taxes levied and assessed against the Land and the Building are so levied and assessed on the basis that the Building is fully completed for the whole of such year, without any rebate or concession.

“Base Year (Operating Costs)” means the Operating Costs, as hereinafter defined, incurred or that would have been incurred had the Landlord maintained the Land and the Building to the same standard as a prudent Landlord in the market of the Building for the same class of building in the market, during the Base Year.

Furthermore, where any one service included in Operating Costs is performed in the Base Year under any form of warranty at no charge to the Landlord, the usual cost paid by a prudent Landlord in the market of the Building for the same class of building in the market for such service will be ascertained and included in the Base Year (Operating Costs).

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318 Notwithstanding the preceding definition, the parties agree that the Base Year for the purposes of this definition will be the period shown in subclause 1.1(k), if any, and that the Base Year (Operating Costs) will be the amount determined pursuant to subclause 1.1(k), if such subclause has been completed;

“Base Year (Taxes)” means the Taxes assessed against the Land and the Building during the Base Year. Notwithstanding the preceding definition, the parties agree that the Base Year for the purposes of this definition will be the period shown in subclause 1.1(j), if any, and that the Base Year (Taxes) will be the amount determined pursuant to subclause 1.1(j), if such subclause has been completed;

“Basic Terms” means those terms set out in clause 1.1, some of which are more particularly defined in this Schedule B;

“Building” means the building and other improvements located on the Land on the Commencement Date and having the municipal address referred to in subclause 1.1(c), and any addition, restoration or replacement thereof, of which the Premises forms a part;

“Building Code” means the BC Building Code, as amended from time to time, and the rules and regulations of all other regulatory bodies having jurisdiction;

“Certified Statement” means a statement, certified to be correct by a financial officer of the Landlord or by an accredited accountant, substantiating the Operating Costs for a Term Year or any other relevant fiscal period and the portion thereof which is payable by or refundable to the Tenant in accordance with the terms of this Lease and stating that all costs included within the Operating Costs referred to in such statement are “Operating Costs” as defined in this Lease and fairly represent all Operating Costs incurred by the Landlord for such Term Year or other relevant fiscal period and (if applicable) that the portion shown payable by the Tenant is properly chargeable to the Tenant under the terms of this Lease;

“Commencement Date” means the date the Term commences as set forth in subclause 1.1(g);

“Common Areas” means those areas, facilities, improvements, installations and equipment in or around the Land and the Building that are provided for the benefit or use of more than one tenant or component of the Building including but not limited to, entrances, lobbies, elevators, stairways, access and service corridors, malls, courts and walkways (both open and enclosed), public areas and facilities, public sidewalks (to the extent maintained for the benefit of the Building), public washrooms, indoor and outdoor landscaped areas, mailrooms, electrical, telephone, communication rooms on which the Landlord is not earning income, meter, valve, mechanical, storage room, delivery facilities, package or passenger pick-up areas, waste disposal or recycling facilities, and driveways, laneways and ramps, all as may be altered, expanded, reduced, reconstructed or relocated from time to time subject to the Tenant’s consent (such consent not to be unreasonably withheld, delayed or conditioned) and excluding the Parking Areas;

“Cost of Additional Services” will mean in the case of Additional Services provided by the Landlord the Landlord’s total direct costs of providing such Additional Services, which will not exceed the cost of obtaining such services from independent contractors: and in the case of Additional Services provided by independent contractors the Landlord’s total direct costs of providing Additional Services to the Tenant including the cost of all labour (including salaries, wages, and fringe benefits) and materials and other direct expenses incurred;

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319 “Environmental Laws” means all existing and future federal, provincial, and municipal legislation (and regulations passed pursuant thereto), all existing and future bylaws, notices, orders, rules, protocols, policies, directions, and guidelines of all governmental authorities and all present and future principles of common law and equity relating to environment, health, safety matters or conditions, Hazardous Substances, pollution, or protection of the environment;

“Hazardous Substances” means, without limitation, any substance, waste, liquid, gaseous or solid matter, fuel, micro-organism, sound, vibration, ray, heat, odour, radiation, energy vector, plasma, organic or inorganic matter which is deemed to be, alone or in any combination, hazardous, hazardous waste, toxic, a pollutant, a deleterious substance, a contaminant, or a source of pollution under any Environmental Laws (including, without limitation, asbestos and any material containing asbestos);

“HVAC” means all interior climate control (including heating, ventilating and air conditioning) systems, installations, equipment and facilities in or servicing the Building;

“Insured Damage” means that part of any damage occurring to any portion of the Building (including the Premises) by any peril against which the Landlord is responsible for insuring under this Lease;

“Janitorial Services” means those janitorial services to be supplied by the Landlord as set out in Schedule J hereto;

“Land” means that land described in subclause 1.1(c);

“Landlord” means the person executing this Lease and includes its successors and assigns;

“Minor Elevator Maintenance” means routine periodic inspections and minor service carried out by qualified elevator service technicians (all other replacement, maintenance and/or repair of elevator components in the Building will be the responsibility of the Landlord and are defined as “Major Elevator Maintenance”);

“Minor HVAC Maintenance” means:

. air filter replacement

. belt replacement

. coupling replacement and repair

. linkage repair

. lubrication of fans, pumps and linkages

. routine periodic inspections carried out by qualified HVAC service technicians

(all other replacement, maintenance and/or repair of HVAC components in the Building will be the responsibility of the Landlord and are defined as “Major HVAC Maintenance”);

“Normal Business Hours” means the hours from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, inclusive, of each week, statutory holidays excepted;

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320 “Operating Costs” means the direct, substantiated cost to the Landlord of ordinary non-capital expenditures incurred in connection with the operation and maintenance of the Land and the Building as itemized in column (B) of Schedule C and the cost of services provided by the Landlord but paid for by the Tenant as itemized in column (C) of Schedule C. Operating Costs may include, without duplication and only if applicable and appropriate, the following:

(a) the amount paid (including wages and statutory fringe benefits) to the employees and/or contractors directly employed in the operation, maintenance and repair of the Land and the Building (excluding officers, clerical, secretarial, and accounting staff of the Landlord) which may be reasonably allocated to permitted Operating Costs;

(b) Minor HVAC Maintenance and Minor Elevator Maintenance costs;

(c) water and sewer charges (if not included in Taxes);

(d) electric power charges not otherwise chargeable to tenants, save and except for power factor surcharges;

(e) fuel for heating, cooling and hot water;

(f) snow and garbage removal;

(g) maintenance of the Common Areas;

(h) sweeping, cleaning and washing of the Parking Area and line painting of the Parking Area, not to include any surface or structural repair;

(i) cleaning and janitorial expenses including window cleaning, washroom cleaning and cleaning supplies;

(j) costs incurred by the Landlord for supplies and materials used by its employees and/or contractors in connection with the maintenance of the interior of the Building and the Common Area;

(k) light fixture maintenance (including ballast), fluorescent tube and light bulb replacement;

(l) insurance required by clause 9.1 of this Lease to be placed, maintained and paid for by the Landlord;

(m) the amortized cost of any improvements, equipment, fixtures or otherwise which will reduce or limit increases in Operating Costs provided that the Tenant has first approved in writing the expenditure and agreed with the amortization period and rate, such approval not to be unreasonably withheld, delayed or conditioned; and

(n) the amortized cost of the redecoration and refurbishment of the Common Areas provided that the Tenant has first approved in writing the expenditure and agreed with the amortization period and rate, such approval not to be unreasonably withheld, delayed or conditioned; and will exclude costs for:

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321 (i) upgrading any item of the Building both exterior and interior (other than that approved in (m) and (n) above);

(ii) items which are for the sole benefit of one particular rentable area or group of occupants, other than the Tenant;

(iii) repairs, alterations or improvements made to the Premises or the Tenant Improvements or to any other tenant areas or tenant improvements on the Land;

(iv) Parking Area maintenance, surface or structural repair other than that permitted in (h) above;

(v) structural and roof maintenance and repairs of the Building including plate glass replacement;

(vi) Major HVAC Maintenance, Major Elevator Maintenance and other major maintenance projects including replacements of major components;

(vii) correcting any defects in or any inadequacies of the initial design of the Building or of the construction of the Building or for repairs covered by warranty;

(viii) penalties and interest assessed on late or deficient payments by the Landlord;

(ix) repair or replacement of any item or any other costs incurred as a result of vandalism or of the negligence of the Landlord or its employees, customers, agents or invitees;

(x) the ownership, management or operation of a garage or Parking Area which does not supply free parking to the Tenant and its invitees;

(xi) capital items (which will be deemed to be any item having an expected useful life in excess of three years). If a capital item is leased by the Landlord, rather than purchased, the decision by the Landlord to lease the item in question will not serve to increase the Tenant’s share of operating costs beyond that which would have applied had the item in question been purchased. Capital expenditures and costs associated with base building upgrades and major maintenance and replacement of essential building systems and/or components without which the Tenant cannot operate reasonably in the Premises, will be borne by the Landlord and will not be passed on to the Tenant in the form of operating costs;

(xii) any sales tax, goods and services tax, value added tax or any similar tax (“Sales Tax”) paid or payable by the Landlord on the purchase of goods and services included in operating costs which may be available to and claimed by the Landlord as a credit in determining the Landlord’s net tax liability or refund on account of Sales Tax but only to the extent the Sales Tax is included in the operating costs;

(xiii) any management fees;

(xiv) any cost or expense which the Landlord is reimbursed by any person (other than tenants of the Building paying their respective shares of Operating Costs) including (1) the cost of work or services performed for any tenant (including the Tenant) at such tenant’s cost; (2) any cost which the Landlord is entitled to be

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322 reimbursed by insurance; (3) any cost which the Landlord is entitled to be reimbursed by a warranty or guarantee from any supplier, manufacturer or other person; (4) increased insurance costs attributable to or Taxes levied specifically against any rentable premises in the Building; (5) the cost to repair damage caused by or to rectify a default of any other tenant of the Building;

(xv) the cost of work or services performed for any tenant of the Building to a materially greater extent or in a materially more favourable manner than furnished to the Tenant under this Lease;

(xvi) any fee, cost or commission incurred to procure or attempting to procure other tenants including brokerage commissions, space planners’ fees, finders’ fees, lawyers’ fees, lease take-over costs, advertising, marketing and promotion costs, entertainment costs and travel expenses, and the cost of tenant improvements or renovation work for tenants or removing tenant improvements;

(xvii) the wages of any employees of the Landlord (except any who devote substantially all of their time to the operation of the Building), the Landlord’s general overhead attributable to the activities of the Landlord’s officers and executives, including their remuneration, and all of the Landlord’s costs which are not specifically costs of operating the Building (including, without limitation, accounting and legal matters, costs of defending any lawsuits with any mortgagee, costs of selling, syndicating, financing, mortgaging or hypothecating the Land and the Building and costs of any disputes between the Landlord and its employees or between the Landlord and any managers of the Building);

(xviii) lawyers’ fees, accounting fees and expenditures incurred in connection with negotiations, disputes and claims of other tenants or occupants of the Land or with other third parties; and

(xix) any cost of acquiring sculptures, paintings and other objects of art.

Amounts normally charged to depreciation, payment of rent by the Landlord under a ground lease or any other underlying lease, interest on debt or capital retirement of debt (whether pursuant to a mortgage of the Land and the Building or otherwise), taxes levied or assessed against the Landlord personally or on account of its interest in the Land and the Building or any part thereof, or on account of its ownership of capital employed in the Land and the Building, as the case may be (including, without limitation, income taxes, wealth taxes, large corporation taxes and capital taxes), bad debts (including unpaid rent) or reserves for bad debts or unpaid rents and all Landlord oriented costs, such as management, advertising, legal, accounting, leasing costs including rental agent fees, tenant allowances, improvements or inducements will not be included in calculating Operating Costs.

In no event will “Operating Costs” include any increases thereto resulting from or related to additions or improvements made to the Land by persons other than the Tenant unless such additions or improvements were requested and approved by the Tenant.

For greater certainty, the Tenant will not be responsible for any operating costs which are not specifically contemplated in the above definition;

“Parking Area” or “Parking Areas” means all parking facilities located within the Building or below grade levels of the Building or otherwise on the Land for the purpose of parking, and

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323 which may be, subject to the Tenant’s consent (such consent not to be unreasonably withheld, delayed or conditioned), altered, reduced or extended from time to time, including, without limitation, all entrances and exits, access ramps and any delivery passages located therein;

“Premises” means that portion of the Building located on those floor(s) set out in subclause 1.1(d), containing the approximate aggregate number of square feet of Rentable Area which is set out in subclause 1.1(e) and having the location and configuration shown outlined in red or in heavy black on the plans attached as or referred to in Schedule A, as such Premises may be reduced in size from time to time pursuant to clause 13.2;

“Proportionate Share (Operating Costs)” means a fraction, the numerator of which is the Rentable Area of the Premises and the denominator of which is the Total Rentable Area.

However, in the event that the Building is subject to multiple-purpose tenancies (for example, both retail and office tenancies) or contains underground parking, due weight and consideration will be given to the use being made and benefits derived or being derived by the Tenant in relation to other users of the utilities and services (including the Landlord and other tenants and occupants) in determining the Proportionate Share (Operating Costs) to be used for the purposes of this Lease.

In the case of separately metered utilities which are for the sole use of a particular tenant, such tenant (including the Tenant) will pay 100% of the costs recorded by such meter and such costs will not be included in Operating Costs;

“Proportionate Share (Taxes)” means a fraction, the numerator of which is the Rentable Area of the Premises and the denominator of which is the Total Rentable Area. In the event that the Building contains both office and retail premises, the Proportionate Share (Taxes) will be determined on the basis of the Rentable Area of the Premises and the Rentable Area of all rentable premises located in the office component of the Building (instead of the Total Rentable Area) and on the basis of the Taxes allocated to the office component of the Building or, if Taxes are not separately allocated between the office and the retail components, then on the basis of the share of the Taxes which should properly be allocated to the office component based on the assessment provided by the British Columbia Assessment Authority or its successor in legislation, of the office and the retail components);

“Rent” means and includes the Annual Base Rent and the Additional Rent;

“Rent Commencement Date” means the date on which the Tenant’s obligation to pay Annual Base Rent pursuant to subclause 4.2(a) commences, as set forth in subclause 1.1(i);

“Rentable Area”, whether in the case of a whole building, whole floor of the Building or in the case of premises comprising part of a floor of the Building, will be determined by the Landlord’s architect or land surveyor on a multiple tenancy basis according to the American National Standard Method for Measuring Floor Areas in Office Buildings ANSI/BOMA Z65.1-1980 (Reaffirmed 1989), as published by the Building Owners and Managers Association International and in effect as at the Commencement Date; however, notwithstanding the foregoing, the Premises and the Building will not be measured utilizing “Gross Building Area”, nor will balconies or enclosed courtyards be included in the Rentable Area;

“Taxes” means all taxes, rates, duties, levies, and assessments whatsoever, whether municipal, parliamentary, or otherwise, which are levied, imposed or assessed against or in respect of the Building and the Land (excluding the Parking Areas), or which are from time to time levied,

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324 imposed or assessed in the future in addition or in lieu thereof, including those levied, imposed or assessed for education, schools and local improvements, but excludes taxes and license fees in respect of any business carried on by tenants and occupants of the Building, taxes upon the income of the Landlord and any capital or corporation capital taxes levied against the Landlord. In no event will “Taxes” include any increases thereto resulting from or related to additions or improvements made to the Land or the Building by persons other than the Tenant unless such additions or improvements were requested and approved by the Tenant;

“Tenant Improvements” means all improvements, fixtures, installations, alterations and additions from time to time made, erected or installed to or in the Premises, in addition to or beyond the Base Building Shell, including all partitions however affixed, millwork, internal stairways, doors, hardware, light fixtures, carpeting and other applied floor finishes and HVAC and other building services not forming part of the Base Building Shell to be done by and at the cost of either of the parties hereto and as may be more clearly set out in Schedule G, but not including tenant trade fixtures or any furniture, equipment or other personal property of the Tenant or its subtenants or licensees;

“Term” means the initial term of this Lease set forth in subclause 1.1(f) and any renewal or extension thereof and any period of permitted overholding;

“Term Year” means, in the case of the first Term Year, the period beginning on the Commencement Date and terminating TWELVE (12) months from the last day of the calendar month in which the Commencement Date occurs (except that if the Commencement Date occurs on the first day of a calendar month, the first Term Year will terminate on the day prior to the first anniversary of the Commencement Date) and, in the case of each subsequent Term Year, means each 12-month period after the first Term Year; and

“Total Rentable Area” means the total Rentable Area of all areas in the Building which are rented or available for rent, determined in accordance with the definition of “Rentable Area”. The calculation of the Total Rentable Area will be adjusted from time to time to give effect to any structural change in the Building (subject, however, to subclause 4.2(f)).

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325 SCHEDULE C

LANDLORD & TENANT SERVICES RESPONSIBILITY

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) ITEM To Be To Be To Be Does Not Provided by Provided by Provided by Apply Landlord, Landlord, Tenant, Cost Cost Included Cost Borne Borne by in Annual by Tenant Tenant Base Rent CLEANING – Common Area Janitorial Service and Supplies X Window Cleaning Interior X Window Cleaning Exterior X CLEANING – Premises Janitorial Service and Supplies X Window Cleaning Interior X Window Cleaning Exterior X COMMON AREA MAINTENANCE Maintenance of Common Area X Snow Removal X Redecoration and Refurbishment of Common Area X Landscaping X HVAC Minor HVAC Repairs X ELEVATOR Minor Elevator Repairs X ELECTRICAL Lamp and Tube Replacement-Premises X Lamp and Tube Replacement-Common Areas X NON-ENERGY UTILITIES Garbage Removal X Water and Sewage X Recycling Program X FUELS Heating and Cooling – Premises X Heating and Cooling – Common Areas X ELECTRICITY Electricity- Premises X Electricity – Common Area X INSURANCE Fire and Extended Coverage Perils P.L. and P.D. X Tenant Improvements X MANAGEMENT AND ADMIN Management and Admin X SECURITY SYSTEMS Building Systems – Equipment and Monitoring X Premises – Equipment and Monitoring X FIRE AND SAFETY Building X Premises X TENANT IMPROVEMENTS Tenant Improvements (Schedule G) X Premises Maintenance X TAXES Taxes X PARKING Parking Rent

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326 SCHEDULE D

BASE BUILDING SHELL

“Base Building Shell” means the components included in the Building, all of which must be designed and erected to the Building Code in effect at the time of construction, which are as follows:

1. Foundation and structure reflecting standard specified loads for an office (open plan) occupancy.

2. Exterior walls including the insulation, air barrier and cladding system and the roof finishing.

3. Interior structural walls, party walls, demising walls and partitions around service rooms outside the Premises and other tenant areas (including but not limited to electrical, telecommunications, janitor, mechanical rooms and public washrooms). All such walls are to be constructed from floor to underside of floor or roof structure above, and will be drywall on metal or wood stud with insulation installed between the studs in accordance with the Building Code in effect at the time of construction. Drywall is to be taped, filled and sanded ready for paint.

4. Vertical circulation, including stairs, emergency exits, escalators and elevators.

5. Finishes to the walls of entry and elevator lobbies, stairwells, party walls, demising walls, columns, and service room outside the Premises or other tenant areas (including but not limited to electrical, telecommunications, janitor, mechanical rooms and public washrooms). This excludes paint finish to drywall and similar surfaces of exposed Base Building Shell walls within the Premises.

6. Floors in the Premises to be smooth troweled concrete floor slab prepared to receive finished floor coverings. Floor coverings provided in Common Areas including but not limited to washrooms, hallways and entrance lobbies.

7. Standard lighting, ceilings and ceiling tiles in lobbies and other designated non-rentable areas and in the Premises.

8. Fixtures, fittings and equipment for Common Area washrooms, main Building directory, and Common Area and Parking Area signage.

9. HVAC services and control systems appropriate for climate of the location of the Building, with sufficient capacity to meet the operational and performance standards specified in this Lease. HVAC diffusers to be standard commercial grade adapted to accommodate the Tenant’s initial layout and installed in T Bar grid complete with necessary ducting and the capability to adapt to the Tenant’s requirements. Direct Digital Controls to provide a minimum of one zone per 2,000 square feet in those cases where the Premises are greater than 5,000 square feet.

10. Electrical service including an electrical panel(s) on each floor capable of providing 50 watts/m2, plus 120V electrical duplex outlets installed in the perimeter walls of the Premises at a minimum spacing of one (1) outlet every ten (10) lineal feet.

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327 11. Telephone services provided to designated service room on each floor. Three (3) 4” access ducts to be provided between the telephone service room and each floor for telephone lines and/or data cable access to the office areas of each floor.

12. Fire protection system(s), except portable fire extinguishers, as required by the applicable codes, by-laws and regulations for open plan office occupancy.

13. Plumbing and sanitary facilities as required by the Building Code and other applicable regulations as well as services for the efficient and effective operation and maintenance of the Building.

14. Lighting provided to entrance and elevator lobbies, stairwells, and service rooms, including janitor, electrical, mechanical and telecommunications rooms and washrooms.

15. Emergency lighting systems and emergency exit signs for “open plan” office occupancy.

16. Building exterior keyed locking system at main entry points.

17. Building access and compliance with all other relevant code, by-laws and regulation provisions to accommodate persons with disabilities.

18. Site development, landscaping and parking complete with lighting.

19. Receptacles in Parking Areas for plug-in block heaters in severe climates.

In those cases where the above performance definitions conflict with performance definitions outlined in a Request for Proposal under which the Premises are being constructed, the Request for Proposal will govern.

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328 SCHEDULE E

CERTIFICATE

TO: (the “Purchaser”)

FROM: Provincial Health Services Authority (the “Tenant”)

REGARDING: (the “Premises”)

1. The Tenant leased the Premises from the Landlord under a lease dated:

(the “Lease”).

2. The term of the Lease is (the “Term”).

3. The rent payable over the Term is $ , made by way of:

monthly payments of $ .

4. The Lease has been validly authorized, executed and delivered by the Tenant.

5. To the knowledge of the Tenant, no litigation or governmental or municipal proceeding has been commenced against the Tenant with respect to the Premises.

Dated at Victoria, B.C. this day of ,

PROVINCIAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY

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329 SCHEDULE F

OPTION TO RENEW - DELETED

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330 SCHEDULE G

TENANT IMPROVEMENTS - DELETED

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331 SCHEDULE H

ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

TAXES

The Landlord and Tenant agree that the Landlord is not currently obligated to pay Taxes (and accordingly, the Tenant is not currently obligated to pay any share of Taxes under this Lease). If the Landlord becomes obligated to pay Taxes at any time during the Term, the Lease will be amended to reflect the Tenant’s obligation to pay its proportionate share.

LAND LICENSE FEE:

In addition to Rent, the Tenant shall pay a License Fee of FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($450.00) per month for the use of a portion of the Lands (the “Licensed Area”) comprising of approximately 0.25 hectares and as further outlined in red on Schedule A-2 herein for the purpose of installing a modular home to be used for office and maintained living accommodation. Employee vehicle parking shall be permitted on the Licensed Area. The License Fee shall include the Tenant’s permitted use of the water supply and septic field on the Lands.

The Tenant agrees to keep the Licensed Area and all improvements, appurtenances and equipment in and upon the Licensed Area at all times in a state of repair and conditions as would a prudent and careful owner in occupation. Within ninety (90) days of termination of this Lease, the Tenant shall remove its modular home and associated equipment from the Lands and disconnect services at the mains.

SHARED USE:

The Tenant, in addition to the Premises described in Article 1.1(e) and elsewhere within this Lease, is also entitled to shared use of the following facilities in the Building in approximate proportion (use and benefit) to the fraction. a) washrooms comprising approximately 206 square feet (1/2 share). This area is outlined in green on the plan attached hereto as Schedule A. b) top floor comprising approximately 945 square feet (1/3 share). This area is shown outlined in blue on the plan attached hereto as Schedule A-3.

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332 SCHEDULE I

ENVIRONMENTAL DISCLOSURE

See clause 13.5 – Environmental Safety

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333 SCHEDULE J

JANITORIAL SERVICE - DELETED

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334 SCHEDULE K

LANDLORD'S SERVICES

The Landlord covenants to supply the following specified services:

1. Utilities and Washrooms

The provisions of all utilities and separate male and female washrooms appropriate to the Premises and its use.

2. HVAC and Lighting Systems

The provision and maintenance of indoor environmental and lighting conditions in accordance with the current Workers Compensation Board Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and with the following minimum indoor environmental conditions for occupied office areas:

(a) Space temperatures 21 degrees Celsius when heating and 26 degrees Celsius when cooling, at relative humidities between 20% and 60%.

(b) Air velocities will not exceed 0.15 metres per second (30ft per minute) when heating and 0.25 metres per second (50ft per minute) when cooling.

The provision of cleaning and maintenance of all lighting fixtures and installation of such new tubes, ballasts and bulbs as may be required.

3. Hot & Cold Water

The provision of an adequate hot and cold water supply to the Building and the floor of the Premises and an adequate hot water supply to washrooms in the Common Areas.

4. Redecoration & Refurbishment

The maintenance of a regular program of redecoration and refurbishment of the Common Areas to a standard consistent with the age and class of the Building in the market.

5. Refuse Disposal

The proper sanitary storage and weekly/daily disposal of all refuse and recyclables.

6. Elevator

If there are any elevators in the Building, the provision and maintenance of a continuous passenger elevator service with appropriate freight and stretcher facilities, at a maximum wait interval of 20 seconds.

7. Emergency Facilities

The regular and proper maintenance and testing of all emergency installations on the Land and the Building, including the maintenance of fire extinguishers, excluding the

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335 Tenant’s fire extinguishers, clear exit corridors and stairs, closure of fire doors and the institution of regular emergency drills.

8. Security

The provision and maintenance of suitable security for the Building, including, where warranted, a manned service.

9. Maintain Grounds, Compounds and Parking Areas

The regular and proper maintenance of landscaping, outside furniture and paved surfaces of the Land including the removal of snow from walks, driveways, and Parking Areas, and the effective control of the use of designated Parking Areas. Where parking is provided, the Landlord will ensure adequate lighting is provided for the safety and security of all users.

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336 Angela Lund

To: Stuart J. Horn Subject: RE: AKBLG Resolution

From: AKBLG Admin Coordinator Sent: April 5, 2021 8:43 PM To: Angela Lund Cc: Stuart J. Horn Subject: AKBLG Resolution

Hi again Angela,

The Resolutions committee also had a question regarding the resolution related to Issuance to Water Licenses. They have suggested that RDCK may want to consider amending the resolution request an action (eg speed up the process) or is RDCK simply asking for clarity?

Current: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM ask the Ministry of Forest, Lands, Natural Resources and Rural Development to provide clarity on what is causing delays in the issuance of water licenses.

The committee questions whether RDCK is actually looking for action – ie should the resolution actually be asking that steps be taken to increase the speed at which water licenses are processed and issued?

Is the desire outcome that information is provided explaining the delay or that action is taken to speed up the process.

Again – either way is okay but if you would like to amend the resolution to include action instead of clarity, please let me know.

Thanks, Linda 250‐551‐5215

1 337 Angela Lund

From: AKBLG Admin Coordinator Sent: April 6, 2021 10:43 PM To: Administrative Coordinator Subject: Update AKBLG Resolutions

Hello, Thank you for your local government’s resolution submission. The resolutions have been reviewed by UBCM and the AKBLG Resolution committee is currently finalizing their review. The final comments and resolution package will be available soon and I will forward it to you once ready.

This notice is to give you a “heads up” that each local government sponsor will have the opportunity to record a short video introducing their resolution. All of the videos will be posted on the webpage and AKBLG members will be encouraged to watch the videos prior to the Resolution debate session which will follow the AGM on April 24th. We hope to have the videos up in the week prior to the 24th to give members the opportunity to watch all of them. Sponsors of the resolutions will not have an opportunity to introduce the resolutions during the live debate portion of the AGM.

More details will be coming in the next day or two regarding these videos. These videos will be straightforward – ie taken and submitted via a smartphone. I’ll get back to you very soon with all of the details but your local government may want to determine who will be recording!

Regards,

Linda AKBLG Administrative Coordinator

1 338 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY RDCK Quarterly Report – Q1 2021 Corporate Administration

Regional District of Central Kootenay 339 RDCK Quarterly Open Report – Q1 2021

Board Strategic Applicable Areas of Anticipated Completion Project/Initiative Name Date Assigned Responsible Manager Project Completion Status Board Notes Priority RDCK Date

Dog Control - Area A, B, C with options of 2020-10-10 GM Development and Part of RDCK Core Area A, 1% to 20% complete 2021-05-20 The Service Case Analysis related to resolution 606/20 is pending and will be adding Town of Creston Community Sustainability Services Area B, Area completed by the Research Analyst in Administraon. C, Town of if a service is established RCMP can respond to complaints but priority is Creston always given to criminal code violations and domestic violence.

Review Geospatial Service Delivery 2020-09-17 GM Development and Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 60%- 80% complete 2021-10-23 This is a 3 step approach to ensure the long term sustainability of the GIS Community Sustainability Delivery service. Phase 1 - Staff will bring forward a report in April requesng an increase to GIS requision as approved by resoluon Later in the year staff will bring forward a bylaw and policy on the fees and charges for Geospatial services applicable to internal and external users.

Engage Yaqan Nukiy Staff to discuss 2020-10-19 GM Development and Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 Staff report on establishing a protocol agreement with Yaqan Nukiy to be Opportunities for Partnership Community Sustainability Services recieved by Board in April. This if approved will provide direcon that will support several initiatives involving the Ktunaxa Nation and Yaqan Nukiy on Watershed Governance, Creston Valley Park Management Planning, Creston Valley Flood Management Partnership and continue supporting initiatives such as Kootenay Lake Partnership.

Slocan Valley Watershed & Ecosystem 2019-03-21 GM Development and Water Protection and Area H, Not Started 2021-06-19 No action has been taken to date. Staff are working on a watershed Guidance Document Community Sustainability Advocacy Village of Slocan, governance iniave for the region. Next step is to discuss this project with the Village of Silverton, elected official for area H to assess if this project can be rolled up into the Village of New Denver, Watershed Governance Initiative.

Amendment to Unsightly Property Bylaw 2020-02-20 GM Development and Part of RDCK Core Area B, 60%- 80% complete 2021-05-22 This item was deferred until May Community Sustainability Services Area E, Area F, Area G, Area I, Area J, Area K Kootenay Boundary Farm Advisory 2017-03-31 GM Development and Food security and Entire RDCK, 20% to 40% complete 2023-06-01 Communication Plan established. As of November KBFA is on social media with Community Sustainability Agriculture Multi Regional this following: Instagram +737, Facebook +46, Newsletter 33% and 1228 subscribers. New Blog with 4 posts to date and a KBFA YouTube Channel with 4 videos. 591 farms connected to KBFA in Columbia Basin.

Amend Noise Bylaw No. 2061, 2009 2020-03-19 GM Development and Part of RDCK Core Area H 20% to 40% complete 2021-02-28 Pending once establishment Bylaw is approved Community Sustainability Services

340 Page 1 of 40 RDCK Quarterly Open Report – Q1 2021

Board Strategic Applicable Areas of Anticipated Completion Project/Initiative Name Date Assigned Responsible Manager Project Completion Status Board Notes Priority RDCK Date

Kootenay Boundary Farm Advisory 2017-03-31 GM Development and Food security and Entire RDCK,Multi 20% to 40% complete 2023-06-01 Communication Plan established. As of November KBFA is on social media with Community Sustainability Agriculture Regional this following: Instagram +737, Facebook +46, Newsletter 33% and 1228 subscribers. New Blog with 4 posts to date and a KBFA YouTube Channel with 4 videos. 591 farms connected to KBFA in Columbia Basin.

Amend Noise Bylaw No. 2061, 2009 2020-03-19 GM Development and Part of RDCK Core Area H 20% to 40% complete 2021-02-28 Pending once establishment Bylaw is approved Community Sustainability Services First Nations Engagement Policy 2017-01-01 GM Development Services Not aligned with a Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2018-10-19 Development Services to develop a guidance document for staff to use in Strategic Priority referring land use matter to First Nations Update Building Bylaw 2200 2018-10-01 Mgr. Building Coordinated Service Village of Salmo, 1% to 20% complete 2020-06-30 RDCK Building bylaw requires updating to reflect recent changes to the Delivery Village of Kaslo, Building Act and align with the the model bylaw created by the Municipal Village of Slocan, Insurance Agency of BC . Project is on hold pending recruitment of additional Village of Nakusp, building inspectors . Village of Silverton, Village of New Denver, All Electoral Areas Update Building Inspection Service 2018-10-01 Mgr. Building Coordinated Service Village of Salmo, 1% to 20% complete 2020-10-31 Current service agreements are not consistent for all six municipalities , and Agreement with Municipalities Delivery Village of Kaslo, require additional specifications and technical detail. The agreements also Village of Slocan, must align better with the Building Act. Update of the agreement template is Village of Nakusp, on hold pending the addition of more building inspection staff. Village of Silverton, Village of New Denver Building Officials Training Program 2018-11-15 Mgr. Building Part of RDCK Core Village of Salmo, 60%- 80% complete 2019-05-31 Assistant Building Manager has been hired and a training program is under Services Village of Kaslo, development. Village of Slocan, Village of Nakusp, Village of Silverton, Village of New Denver, All Electoral Areas

Building Services Policy Review 2018-01-01 Mgr. Building Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2019-12-31 Policy review on hold until staffing capacity is increased. Services

Converting Historical Building Permits to 2018-03-31 Mgr. Building Part of RDCK Core Area A, 1% to 20% complete 2019-12-31 Seek to find funding to digitize all microfiche building records. accessing a Digital format Services Area B, microfiche at a reasonable cost is proving to be a challenge. Area C, Area D, Area E, Area F, Area G, Area H, Area I, Area J, Area K

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Emergency Management Plan Revision 2018-01-10 Mgr. Community Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-05-04 Current Status: Province released paper on "What We Heard" from EPA review Sustainability Services process. New EPA legislaon is expected to be released Spring of '21. Possible Barriers: Significant changes to the requirements of an emergency plan are expected through the new legislaon. Next Milestone(s): Complete review to include proposed changes to the EPA. Approval from stakeholders and EPEC; Presentation to Board; Approval of Board

Recruitment of New Emergency Program 2021-03-18 Mgr. Community Part of RDCK Core Town of Creston, 1% to 20% complete 2021-05-31 Current - Board approved the hiring of an additional EPC for the emergency Coordinator Sustainability Services Village of Salmo, program. Currently Job Descripon and details are being worked out. Next - JD Village of Kaslo, approval and post posion, then recruitment planned for May. Barriers - ability Village of Slocan, to attract qualified candidates. Possible flood response. Village of Nakusp, Village of Silverton, Village of New Denver, All Electoral Areas NDMP 3 - Mitigation Options Assessment 2021-02-18 Mgr. Community Not aligned with a All Electoral Areas 1% to 20% complete 2022-04-30 Current - Application is with Fed Gov awaiting approval. Project proposes to Sustainability Strategic Priority investigate options and provide conceptual designs for mitigation at 16 high risk flood/geohazard sites idenfied in earlier NDMP work. Next - Approval from Feds then prject kick off with BGC engineering Barriers - Federal approval. ERIE Creek Flood Prevention - Service 2021-03-18 Mgr. Community Not aligned with a Area G Not Started 2021-12-31 Current - This new initiative focuses on investigating the feasibility of a service Investigation Sustainability Strategic Priority for flood protection. However creating a service is only part of a solution. The construction or creation of any infrastructure to protect from flooding (dikes) requires the RDCK to become a diking authority. The responsibility and liability of which needs to be fully understood to provide a complete picture. A board report in April will discuss this. Next - outcome of conversaons at April Board mtg Barriers - Understanding the full implications of the RDCK becoming a diking authority.

Crown Land Wildfire Fuel Mitigation - 2020-02-20 Mgr. Community Wildfire Management All Electoral Areas 60%- 80% complete 2021-07-01 This initiative started as a letter to the Minister of FLNRORD regarding changes Impacts of the Province taking over Sustainability to how wildfire fuel mitigation is managed on Crown land. The letter has been sent, and a workshop completed with BCWS personnel presenting to Board. An additional meeting is being scheduled with Board for a follow up meeting. Funding has also been secured to restart collaborave meengs now called a FireSmart Resiliency Committee that look to bring stakeholders together to discuss wildfire fuel mitigation throughout the region.

Regional Bioenergy & Full Fiber Utilization 2019-03-21 Mgr. Community Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2020-11-28 Current Status: Briefing note prepared for CSLAC review in preparation for Investigation Sustainability Delivery meeng request with FLNRORD & FESBC Next Steps: Follow up on any acons that result from meeng Possible Barriers: None at this time

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Watershed Governance Initiative 2018-12-13 Mgr. Community Water Protection and Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-06-01 Current Status: currently recruiting WGI intern & continuing to build Sustainability Advocacy relaonships Next Steps: Launching Data Collaon & Mapping project early May Possible Barriers: None at this time 100% Renewable Energy Plan 2019-04-04 Mgr. Community Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-12-07 Current Status: Board received completed Plan in February and will review Sustainability Delivery aer a workshop with the Rural Affairs Commiee Next Steps: Finalizing workshop proposal and determine date, next bring revised Plan to Board for consideraon Possible Barriers: None at this time 2021 Freshet Preparedness 2021-01-01 Mgr. Community Part of RDCK Core Town of Creston, 20% to 40% complete 2021-05-01 Annual preparedness for Freshet season. Includes: Sustainability Services Village of Salmo, - EOC training and exercise - EOC rostering - EOC facility preparedness - Village of Kaslo, Emergency Noficaons training Village of Slocan, - Communicaons calendar for weekly publicaons - Emergency Support Village of Nakusp, Services updates - Site-specific emergency plans Village of Silverton, - Regional sandbag coordinaon -Aer 2020 flooding there are a number of Village of New Denver, areas that require attention. Additionally, residents are keen to develop their All Electoral Areas preparedness for future events. Typically this results in added workload as compared to years not adjacent to a major event. COVID also impacts workload.

Regional Energy Efficiency Program (REEP) - 2018-10-09 Mgr. Community Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-06-30 Current Status: Final report has been submied phase 1 Sustainability Delivery Next Steps: Confirm receipt and receive final payment Possible Barriers: COVID and end of funding cycle has created delays, waiting confirmaon -This project will be removed for Q2 report

RDCK Climate Action Strategy 2019-08-08 Mgr. Community Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-07 Current Status: Hiring an intern to support advancement of Inform - policy Sustainability Delivery updating and SoCA. Working with staff Corporate Admin, Project Management, Building to update policies. Next Steps: Bring Build Better policy to Board for review and approval in May, launching internship & update of SoCA Possible Barriers: None at this time RDCK State of Climate Action (SoCA) 2019-08-08 Mgr. Community Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2030-05-04 Current Status: Staff are collecting 2020 data for SoCA reporting, recruiting Sustainability Delivery Climate Acon Intern to update and refine SoCA process Next Steps: Launch internship, develop more transparent and accessible monitoring and reporng process for staff, EO`s and residents -Possible Barriers: None at this time Rural Development Institute Climate 2019-03-21 Mgr. Community Coordinated Service Multi Regional 80%- 99% complete 2021-03-31 Current Status: Third year of 2 year project, due to COVID 19 project has been Adaptation Indicators Sustainability Delivery extended to July 2021. Meeting monthly with other regional reps to discuss climate adaptaon iniaves. Next Steps: RDI will be funding our Climate Action Intern position and will submit final Natural Asset Management report Possible Barriers: None

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SES - Green Transportation 2020-08-20 Mgr. Community Not aligned with a Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2022-08-31 Current: Green Transport Policy recently approved. Sustainability Strategic Priority Next: - Create guidelines and pracces for RDCK internal fleet - Work with Kootenay Clean Energy Transition and CEA EV program to support and advise Barriers: Capacity of RDCK Research Analyst. Limited authority regarding public transit (BC Transit) SES - Demand Management - Community - 2020-08-20 Mgr. Community Not aligned with a Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2022-08-31 Current: Connuing support for Step Code uptake in the RDCK buildings: REEP New Construction Sustainability Strategic Priority - Info pack rolled out - Working on builder training webinar series with RDKB for local builders - Builder Info email set up and first email sent out to advise on events and rebates available Next: Step Code case studies. Finalize and roll out training webinars Barriers: Misinformation on Step Code. SES - Demand Management - Corporate 2020-08-20 Mgr. Community Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2022-08-31 Current: Portfolio Manager contractor commenced project setting up select Sustainability Services RDCK bldgs for energy monitoring. Recommissioning recommendations for rec centres (optimizing mechanical systems) at various stages of implementation. Castlegar Childcare Centre in final design and procurement phase - reviewing opons and rebates Next: Implementaon of recommissioning recommendaons in rec centers. Head Office roof/HVAC upgrade. Support PM team with Childcare Centre rebates. Work with Fire Dept to align FireSmart upgrades with energy efficiency upgrades Barriers: Rec Staff capacity

SES - Demand Management - Community - 2020-08-20 Mgr. Community Not aligned with a Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2022-08-31 Current: REEP 2.0 scope under continual development. Budget identified and REEP Existing Homes Sustainability Strategic Priority funding application under early development for FCM. Support ongoing for REEP 1.0 residents. Working with CEA and REEP partners Nelson Hydro to align with Kootenay Clean Energy Transition. Publicizing available rebates for exisng homes. - Next: Complete funding applicaon for FCM and wirk through financing opons. Analyze data from REEP 1.0 final reports once received. Barrier

Passmore House Removal 2020-11-19 Mgr. Community Water Protection and Area H 80%- 99% complete 2021-04-30 The house is scheduled for removal the week of April 5. Sustainability Advocacy Possible Barriers - the house slides down the slope in advance. The geotech on site determines the work to be unsafe immediately before or during the work. If it snows the work will be delayed if the geotech is not able to see the ground.

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FireSmart 2021 - Neighbourhood 2020-11-19 Mgr. Community Wildfire Management Town of Creston, 1% to 20% complete 2022-02-01 The Neighbourhood Recognition program will continue to support the Recognition Sustainability Village of Salmo, communities involved in the program, as well as identify and support Village of Kaslo, additional neighbourhoods in joining. This program is seen as another method City of Castlegar, to engage residents in wildfire resilience by looking after their entire Village of Nakusp, neighbourhood, regardless of whether all residents want to parcipate. All Electoral Areas Current - 14 neighbourhoods currently approved. Another 21 in the process of preparing an applicaon Next steps - connue to work with applying neighbourhoods. Barriers - COVID, staff time.

FireSmart 2021 - Home Partners 2020-10-19 Mgr. Community Wildfire Management Town of Creston, 1% to 20% complete 2022-02-01 The FireSmart program has grown significantly this year. Funding for 2021 has Sustainability Village of Salmo, been approved for $700,000. This includes the normal home assessments, but Village of Kaslo, also funds for improvements to critical infrastructure (fire halls/community City of Castlegar, halls used for reception centres) and a rebate program that offers residents Village of Nakusp, $500 cash reimbursement for work completed post assessment. All Electoral Areas Current - Recruitment for Wildfire Mitigation Specialists. Development of rebate program. Next step - Training and adversing Barriers - COVID, interest in positions.

2020 ESS IT Upgrades 2019-12-01 Mgr. Community Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 100% complete 2021-02-28 Current Status: 3 ESS IT kits have been built to enable volunteers to use new Sustainability Services provincial Evacuation Registration Assistance web-based tool. Each kit consists of 5 iPads, a printer, and all the requirements to run a virtual reception centre. The City of Castlegar also built a kit based on our specs, so 4 exist in the region. - Possible Barriers: None -Next steps: Training with teams will be ongoing in the lead up to Freshet. Final reporting is being submitted.

2020 Freshet Recovery - Disaster Financial 2020-05-31 Mgr. Community Part of RDCK Core Area A, 100% complete 2021-10-01 The RDCK application was approved for disaster financial assistance for Pass Assistance APPLICATION for RDCK Assets Sustainability Services Area G, Creek Park, Crawford Bay Park, Nelson to Salmo Rail Trail, and parts of the Area H, Galena Trail. The total amount of funding to be received is $265,861.52. RDCK Area J Parks will be delivering the projects. All other updates on recovery will be through them. -This item will be removed for Q2 2021 report.

FIRESMART _ Neighbourhood Recognition 2017-04-01 Mgr. Community Wildfire Management Entire RDCK 100% complete 2025-04-01 This action has been completed for 2020. Neighbourhoods will continue to be Program 2020 Sustainability supported by the same program in 2021. FIRESMART - Home partners program 2020 2020-07-01 Mgr. Community Wildfire Management Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2020-12-31 Final reporting submitted for 2020. This will be removed for Q2 2021 Sustainability

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Operational Fuel Treatments 2016-08-01 Mgr. Community Wildfire Management All Electoral Areas 40% to 60% complete 2022-01-10 *Current Status: -Selous : Planning to start harvesng in Spring of '21 - Low Sustainability elevaons. -Trozzo : Working with SIFCO to assign work -Queens Bay : Harvesting complete. Significant blow down resulted in moderate success of the project. -Post harvest cleanup to be planned over '21. -Possible Barriers: Social impact of work in Selous (adjacent to Nelson); *Next Milestone(s): -Selous : Harvesng to begin -Trozzo - SIFCO takes over project -Queens Bay - Post-harvest clean up prescripon wring to begin Spring 2021.

Wildfire Risk Reduction Group Pilot Project 2019-04-11 Mgr. Community Wildfire Management Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2022-12-31 Initially a project with greater scope, this project has been pared down to focus Sustainability on setting a best-practice for engagement with communities for wildfire fuel reduction work on Crown land. The area of focus for this project is Box Mountain Watershed and the work Nacfor has proposed there. Full details are still being worked out between RDCK and Nacfor. but it is anticipated that a project manager will be hired to manage the process via CBT grant funding awarded in 2020 for the Pilot Project.

Campground Bylaw Review 2018-04-19 Mgr. Planning Not aligned with a All Electoral Areas Not Started 2022-08-18 Initiative began to investigate regulatory options for park model trailers within Strategic Priority the RDCK, but has expanded to consider ways to better regulate developments where multiple RV sites are created. This is especially relevant in the proliferation of shared interest developments in unzoned areas where there is concern for health and safety of these developments. Resolution 36/20 establishes policy regarding CSA Z241 Park Model Trailers.

Evidence Based Planning Project- Central 2019-02-28 Mgr. Planning Food security and Entire RDCK 100% complete 2021-10-14 Presentation from Food Policy Council Executive Director, Abra Brynne, at Kootenay Food Policy Council Agriculture March RAC meeng FPC to work with RDCK Planning Staff to examing options for incorporating results of the project into policy and regulation. Kootenay Lake Watercourse DPA Project 2020-04-16 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Area A, 40% to 60% complete 2020-05-21 On April 16, 2020, the Board directed staff to undertake the Kootenay Lake Services Area D, Development Permit Review (Resolution #314/20), and approved the Review’s Area E, Project Charter. Area F Next step: finalize communication materials, and schedule public workshops in April and May. Agreement with Kaslo awaiting their review and sign-off Subdivision Servicing Bylaw Review 2020-05-21 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-07-01 369/20 That the Board DIRECT staff to undertake the RDCK Subdivision Bylaw Services Review as described in the Committee Report – RDCK Subdivision Bylaw Review dated April 28, 2020. Next steps: summarize progress to date to accompany workplan, and initiate internal engagement.

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Kootenay Lakes Partnership 2011-03-03 Mgr. Planning Water Protection and Area A, 60%- 80% complete 2021-12-31 This is an on-going iniave or partnership with key stakeholders. Advocacy Area D, Updating DPA's for EA's around Kootenay Lake key contribution of RDCK to this Area E, partnership. Area F, Staff has completed a "Resource for Kootenay Lakeshore Living", which is a Area H, guide to promote stewardship best practices. Village of Kaslo, City of Nelson Agricultural Policy Review - Phase 2 2019-03-25 Mgr. Planning Food security and Area F, 1% to 20% complete 2021-10-14 Exclusion policy approved by Board at September 2020 meeng. Agriculture Area I, Project had been on hold pending ALC completing their policy changes, which Area J, do seem to be complete, and this project can now proceed. Area K Opportunity to incorporate results from RDCK Food Policy Council's Evidence Based Planning Project into this initiative. Playmor Junction Zoning Bylaw 2020-02-20 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Area H Not Started 2022-07-01 20-Feb-20121/20 That the Board direct staff to include the development of a Services zoning bylaw for Playmor Juncon Area to their work plan. -Next steps: staff working with Area Director to plan public engagement activities

Area E OCP Expansion 2020-05-21 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Area E 1% to 20% complete 2022-07-01 375/20That the Board direct planning staff to expand the Electoral Area E Services Official Community Plan to include the south border of the City of Nelson to Ymir Road. -Preliminary meeting with Area Director and confirming actual land uses with GIS -Next steps: explore interest in this initiative through the "Area E Open House on Land Use" initiative planned for 2020. Area D Open Houses on Land Use 2020-02-20 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Area D 60%- 80% complete 2021-06-30 20-Feb-20159/20That the Board direct planning staff to plan public open Services houses in Area D in 2020 to allow residents to ask questions and find out the regulaons applicable with zoning and other land use regulaons. -Meengs are being hosted through March and April and will be followed up by a survey.

Housing Action Plan 2021-01-04 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core All Electoral Areas 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 Staff are investigating how best to address housing needs identified in HNA Services through a possible future housing acon plan. Board workshop scheduled April 19, 2021. -Staff parcipate on City of Nelson and City of Castlegar Housing Committees and other events as invited/ needed. OCP & ZBL Amendments Re: Accessory 2020-09-17 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-05-29 1st & 2nd reading granted for land use bylaws for each Electoral Area. Public Buildings and TUP's Services Hearing (where not waived) scheduled April 27th online via Webex. Receipt of Public Hearing minutes and consideration of 3rd reading anticipated for May Board meeting.

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Areas I and J OCP Review 2016-01-26 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Area I, 20% to 40% complete 2021-10-29 Aquifer Study complete and presented at workshops in Shoreacres and Services Area J Crescent Valley Hall. -Phase 0: Project Introducon - Work plan and engagement/ communication plan being updated to reflect COVID restrictions with public engagement. -Phase 1: Snap Shot of Current Condions - Planning and GIS staff preparing mapping and thematic backgrounders - near compleon. -Phase 0, 1 & 2: Engagement to commence Spring 2021 starng with internal stakeholders and continue through Summer 2021.

Area E Open House on Land Use 2020-05-21 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Area E 1% to 20% complete 2022-07-01 376/20 That the Board direct planning staff to plan public open houses in Area Services E (Harrop/Procter and Balfour) in 2020 to allow residents to ask questions and find out the regulaons applicable with zoning. -Next steps: working with Area Director on dates and venues aiming for June 2021

Area H North OCP Review 2020-04-16 Mgr. Planning Part of RDCK Core Area H Not Started 2022-07-01 16-Apr-20279/20That the Board direct staff to include the review of the Services Area H North Official Community Plan, with the potential of having a Comprehensive Land Use bylaw, in their work plan. Next steps: Staff to work with Area Director to plan public engagement activities.

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Arrow Creek/Erickson Reservoir site - 2017-06-01 GM Environmental Services Coordinated Service Area B, 40% to 60% complete 2021-07-26 In discussion with our consultant and staff about possible solutions the drainage issues Delivery Area C, approach has changed and the feasibility and design for adding a mechanical Town of Creston valve as additional safety is being assessed and evaluated. This approach appears to carry less risk and lower cost.

Corn Creek Dike Repair 2017-11-15 GM Environmental Services Not aligned with a Area C 1% to 20% complete 2021-08-31 Staff has been directed to prepare a grant application for the project. The BoD Strategic Priority has received information about hazard assessment of streams in the RDCK. The grant application has been put on hold until the BoD had a chance to discuss and make decisions around prioritization of watersheds regarding risk mitigation measures and potential grant applications. Therefore no activity on this file.

Transfer of Denver Siding Water System to 2019-03-21 GM Environmental Services Coordinated Service Area H, 20% to 40% complete 2021-08-07 Village has secured a grant extension and obtained a consultant, who New Denver Delivery Village of New Denver completed a design and detailed cost estimate. COVID has prevented us from holding an "open house" jointly with the Village of New Denver to inform residents and gauge support for the project and the intended Village boundary extension. Village and RDCK need to work closely to draft required communication documents to inform the public about the process.

Investigation of Legacy Landfill Closure 2020-03-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 No change in Q1 - RDCK is linked to multiple old legacy landfill sites around the Plan Requirements and Alternatives district. Ministry of Environment inspected old Salmo, Slocan and Kaslo Landfills in 2020. Indicated new MOE initiative to follow up on old permits. They have request we prepare closure plans for these sites, but indicated similar will follow for other old permitted landfills. Staff is reviewing files to determine which sites should be considered as part of the RRP update and future budget years.

Nakusp Landfill fill plan to closure 2018-01-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management West RR Subregion 60%- 80% complete 2021-09-30 No update in Q1. and Alternatives

Asbestos Waste management area at 2019-12-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management East RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2021-06-30 No update in Q1. Project on hold pending obtaining License of Occupation for Creston Landfill and Alternatives the "wedge" parcel. Intent is to improve site safety and meet best practices for handling/disposal, while reducing future liabilities.

Asbestos Screening 2019-02-21 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 On-going. Staff training and resident educational continuing 2021. Safety and Alternatives safety plans for contractors have been review and approved by Safety Coordinator and/or WSBC. Septage Management Options for Central 2019-06-19 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Central RR Subregion, 80%- 99% complete 2021-12-31 Pending update from City of Castlegar. City staff indicated they expect to and West subregions and Alternatives West RR Subregion provide update in Q2.

Ootischenia landfill lands acquisition 2018-01-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Central RR Subregion, 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 No update in Q1. On hold while LKB opposition to RDCK lands acquisition is in and Alternatives West RR Subregion place.

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Creston Eco-Depot 2018-10-10 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management East RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2021-09-30 RFP undergoing update for release in Q2. and Alternatives

COVID-19 operational response 2020-03-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-12-31 On-going - COVID procedures continue to evolve to meet PHO, WSBC, and and Alternatives RDCK requirements to protect staff and site users. Training and communication remain a focus. Kaslo area used oil collection 2018-12-05 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Area D,Village of 1% to 20% complete 2021-09-30 No change in Q1. Looking at reconfiguration of the recycling area at KAS and and Alternatives Kaslo,Central RR as part of this process will consider if this infrastructure and operational Subregion oversight is manageable at the site.

Regional RR Facility surveillance upgrades 2018-03-15 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-10-31 Grohman, Ootischenia, and Creston surveillance upgrades completed in fall and Alternatives 2020. Balfour, Central, and Crawford Bay to proceed once ground conditions allow. Creston Septage Facility 2018-06-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management East RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2022-12-31 No change in Q4. and Alternatives

Edgewood / Burton site improvements 2018-03-15 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management West RR Subregion 80%- 99% complete 2021-06-30 Minor grading work to occur in 2021. and Alternatives

Rosebery Bin Wall - Y&G 2018-03-15 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management West RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2021-08-31 No change in Q1. and Alternatives

Resource Recovery Plan update 2018-01-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 60%- 80% complete 2021-10-31 Draft plan to JRRC and RRPAC in April, with public consultation planned for and Alternatives May. Consultation preparation is underway.

Balfour Wood Chip Pile Relocation 2020-05-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Central RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2021-05-31 Few loads of chips were transported in Q1, but road conditions and weight and Alternatives restrictions have halted. In Q2 staff will continue to advance with in house options as available and will assess if contracted services are required.

Landfilling diversion initiatives - mattresses 2021-03-18 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK Not Started 2021-12-31 As part of OOT and CRE operation contract awards contractor offered and C&D and Alternatives additional services for mattress deconstruction and C&D sorting for additional diversion activities they could offer at the landfill. Staff are directed to investigate options and costs for committee consideration.

Central TS 2021-03-18 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Central RR Subregion Not Started 2022-03-31 Washroom, lunchroom, changeroom building at Central TS to provide facilites Washroom/Changeroom/Lunchroom and Alternatives for scale and compost operations staff use. Some funding through OIP grant and rest from S187.

Organics program development 2018-01-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2022-03-31 Facility designs completed and NRFP for construction was issued. Intend to and Alternatives award of construction contract in Q2. Operations plans and designs for transfer stations underway in Q2.

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RBC Depots Launch and Operation 2020-06-15 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-05-01 Staff levels near or at minimum levels, with the intent to start weaning off the and Alternatives "launch staff" at some smaller/lower traffic locations (MH, Ymir, BOS, CRA) though until May. Public outreach is on-going. All RWE shelters and heat install completed.

Creston Landfill Phase 1C/D, Berm 2017-10-18 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management East RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2023-10-31 ON HOLD. Due to delay in LKB land transfer. Budgeted to complete design in and Alternatives 2022 and construction in 2023.

Nelson Landfill Closure 2017-02-16 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Central RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2022-12-31 No change in Q1 , 2021 continued monitoring for risk assessment data. Risk and Alternatives assessment and closure planning expected to start in late 2021.

EPR program consultation 2018-01-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK, 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 On-going efforts to continue to improve extended producer responsibility and Alternatives Multi Regional (EPR) programs in the RDCK and other rural areas in BC. Staff will engage in plan consultations and communicate with BCPSC, stewards, and/or the province regarding service levels and program issues in the RDCK. Input on MOE Intentions paper regarding Recycling Regulation submitted in Q4 still pending.

Ootischenia Landfill Design and Operation 2017-04-13 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Central RR Subregion, 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 No development in Q1. Initiation of D&O update pending final RRP direction plan update and Alternatives West RR Subregion (est on-hold until early 2021)

RR Facility washroom installation project 2018-12-12 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2023-12-31 No change in Q1 and Alternatives

HB Tailings Facility Remediation and 2016-08-18 Mgr. Resource Recovery Not aligned with a Central RR Subregion 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 Mines Act reclamation and closure permit received, access agreement with Closure Strategic Priority downstream property owner completed to allow for pond dewatering. Works to proceed through 2021. Continued development of the downstream property remediation plan and project coordination with other stakeholders.

Regional curbside compost collection 2020-08-30 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-06-30 Regional curbside organics collection feasibility assessment completed in feasibility study and Alternatives December. Preparing for public consultation in May regarding establishment of curbside collection in high density areas near to organics processing. If positively received it could be included in the RRP for development over the plan period. Asset Inventory for RRP financial plan 2020-10-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 Reports received for the assessment of eight representative sites with highest and Alternatives level of assets and/or lowest level of recent asset information. Intend to align asset management planning with organizations AMP initiative.

CleanBC OICP grant application 2020-10-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 100% complete 2021-02-20 Application submitted for the curbside stream of the OICP for containers and and Alternatives communications in Castlegar, Creston and rural RDCK (should consultation indicate advancement of curbside services in some rural areas).

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RR Field Staff Scheduling App Assessment 2020-11-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-03-31 Put on hold until the Fall 2021. and Alternatives

Collaboration with City of Nelson on 2019-01-01 Mgr. Resource Recovery Waste Management City of Nelson 80%- 99% complete 2021-02-28 On-going works will be required to determine logistics and cost for managing organics program and Alternatives the FoodCycler end product in the regional composting system (transfer, storage and processing). Pilot tests will be required at outset of composting to determine how to combine FC end product with other feedstocks.

Woodland Water Well Failure 2021-03-15 Mgr. Utilities Part of RDCK Core Area F 1% to 20% complete 2021-11-30 The 1978 water well in the Tagham water system stopped producing water in Services early March 2021. Strict water conservation measures were issued and water was trucked to fill the water storage reservoir. A well contractor was hired to assist. The well was found to be full of sediment. Since the cause was beleived to be a well casing failure, the well was relined and the well pump was replaced. Hostorically the well produced about 25 USGM and is currently only producing about 11 USGM, so there is still a problem. Staff are planning to commission a Hydrogeologist to provide recommendations.

Woodbury Water Quality Upgrades 2019-01-01 Mgr. Utilities Water Protection and Area D 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 Design and permitting is underway. Staff is recomending switching Board Advocacy reporting of this project from the Utility Services Manager to the Senior Project Manger. Transfer of Arrow (Erickson) Open 2019-07-25 Mgr. Utilities Coordinated Service Area A, 1% to 20% complete 2021-05-31 The land transfer process has started between Town of Creston staff and Reservoir to Town of Creston Delivery Area C, Regional District staff. Town of Creston Potential Servicing of Area C Properties 2018-01-29 Mgr. Utilities Not aligned with a Area C, 1% to 20% complete 2020-12-31 No new information from the Town of Creston this reporting period. Staff from Erickson Strategic Priority Town of Creston recomends removing this item from the Board reporting requirements as things might not change for a number of years.

Abandonment of Pipe in Place & Discharge 2019-12-23 Mgr. Utilities Part of RDCK Core Area A, 80%- 99% complete 2021-02-26 Draft policy completed. Submission to the Board delayed to May Board of Easements Policy Services Area B, meeting due to other priorities. Area C, Area D, Area E, Area F, Area G, Area H, Area J, Area K Sanca Water Longterm Boil Risk 2018-10-01 Mgr. Utilities Part of RDCK Core Area A 60%- 80% complete 2021-03-31 No progress this period. A legal opinion will be in April 2021. Submission to the Management Plan Services Board for consideration in June 2021.

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2020 Water Loss Control and Metering 2019-05-16 Mgr. Utilities Water Protection and Area A, 100% complete 2021-02-26 The Water Loss Control and Metering Implementation Strategies were Implementation Strategy Advocacy Area B, approved by the Board at their April 2021 Board meeng. Area C, Implementation of the strategies will be reported to the Board, when required. Area D, Area E, Area F, Area G, Area H, Area J, Area K Cross Connection Control Program Review 2020-09-17 Mgr. Utilities Water Protection and Area A, Not Started 2021-08-31 Staff did not have enough time to complete the cross connection program Advocacy Area B, review before the new Water Bylaw was submitted to the Board for Area C, consideration at their April 2021 meeting. Staff is now anticipating completion Area D, of the review by August 2021. Area E, Area F, Area G, Area H, Area J, Area K Central SCADA Implementation 2013-10-01 Mgr. Utilities Part of RDCK Core Area A, 60%- 80% complete 2021-06-30 Completion of Central SCADA for Lister, Rosebery, Duhamel and Woodland Services Area B, Heights are anticipated for Q2 2021. Area C, Area D, Area E, Area F, Area G, Area H, Area J, Area K Denver Siding Boundary Extension 2020-01-01 Mgr. Utilities Water Protection and Area H 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 The deadline for submitting Alternative Approval Process response forms was Advocacy March 15, 2021. The Village of New Denver has not yet announced the results.

Burton, Fauquier and Edgewood Water 2021-03-30 Mgr. Utilities Part of RDCK Core Area K 1% to 20% complete 2021-10-31 Routine and task specific maintenace is provided for Burton, Fauquier and Mainteance Contract Renewal Services Edgewood water systems by a contact operator. This contract has long expired and requires renewal. The ideal timing for a new contract period to start would be January 1st, 2022. A new contract should however be in place before then for budget consideration.

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RDCK Asset Management 2018-01-31 Sr. Project Mgr. Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 Assisting Resource Recovery with hiring a consultant to complete assessments Services and inventories at several sites in early 2021. A grant application to FCM was submitted in September 2020 to fund a portion of the database development and site asset inventory costs. Estimated to hear back from FCM in the fall of 2021. If unsuccessful, staff will prepare a report to the Board indicating required resources and financial support to proceed with Asset Management across the organization

Linear Infrastructure Construction Crew 2020-01-16 Utilities Operations Manager Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 60%- 80% complete 2020-11-01 Project planning, determine and prioritize which systems based on funding, Planning Services and asset renewal needs. October 15 2020 - Complete -Equipment RFQ submissions and selecon - In progress. -Supervisory Job posng, posted - In Progress. -2 Full-time season

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Investigating New Service Model Nelson 2021-03-08 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Area E, 1% to 20% complete 2021-06-30 Report Options to Commission in June 2021or closest meeting Salmo EFG Regional Parks Services Trails Area F, Area G, Village of Salmo, City of Nelson RDCK Community Services - COVID 2020-03-17 GM Community Services Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-08-31 Community Services below normal services levels Response / Post COVID Re-Opening Delivery Connue to deal with operaonal condions that are changing Planning for return to pre pandemic services levels in the Fall 2021

Creston Library Contract 2018-11-06 GM Community Services Coordinated Service Town of Creston 1% to 20% complete 2021-08-31 Dependent on RDCK staff moving from Creston Educaon Centre. Delivery The RDCK is preparing for discussions on the move. The RDCK owns the building in which Creston Valley Library Services are located and RDCK Building, Water and Emergency Services administrative offices. When these services complete their plan to move to the Creston Education Centre, the potential exists for the RDCK to consider highest and best use of the vacated office space in the Creston Valley Library. Strategic review as RDCK services/staff will be moving out by ? to another location.

Recreation Commission #4 Review 2019-06-19 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Area K, Not Started 2021-11-15 Staff needs to meet with the local Directors to understand their goals. Review Trails Village of Nakusp of scope and mandate of Recreation Commission #4

Removing Reverter Clause on Old School 2018-09-01 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Area H 80%- 99% complete 2021-05-31 Staff understood that this process was completed. But upon search of property House Property Trails records the reverter is sll showing. Staff is invesgang. No change: School District #8 Board has approved. Awaiting provincial approval. Campbell Fields 2017-06-15 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Area E, 40% to 60% complete 2021-09-30 Project Participants meeting held March 24, 2021 - Staff and the project Trails Area F, consultant team tasked with creating a "facility" program to present to the Area H, group. COVER Architecture added to the project team. Funding included in Area I, budget. Area J, Campbell Field Survey Results - What We Heard Report (posted to website) City of Castlegar, Public/Group Quesonnaire Complete City of Nelson, Public Informaon Distributed (www.rdck.ca.campbellfield) Village of Slocan RC Strategies and Professional Environmental Recreation Consultants (PERC) retained to facilitate the discussion. Board has approved Feasibility Fund for 2nd phase of Project

Facilitating Purchase of additional property 2019-03-21 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Area E, 80%- 99% complete 2021-06-30 Cottonwood Lake Preservation Society needs to meet fundraising goals. At the around Cottonwood Lake Trails Area F, March 2021 Board meeng the majority of funding was received. Area G, RDCK approved MOU with conservation group and Cottonwood Lake Village of Salmo, Preservaon Society for land purchase and transfer. City of Nelson Starting the final processes for purchase.

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Fees & Charges Bylaw 2020-06-20 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and All Electoral Areas 20% to 40% complete 2021-08-31 Staff is following the policy framework and COVID-19 considerations when Trails making decisions on fees and charges in the interim. Updated at March 2021 All Recreation Meeting - Project Workplan approved.

Proposed Goat Riverside Park 2019-05-16 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Area A,Area B,Area 1% to 20% complete 2021-11-30 The project is focused on evaluang one site. Trails C,Town of Creston A project iniaon meeng has taken place. The Trails for Creston Valley has withdrawn their Agricultural Land Reserve Applicaon that was in conflict with Lower Kootenay Band. R . This will involve continued collaboration with LKB and TCVS.

Kaslo and Area D Recreation and Parks 2019-03-21 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Area D, Not Started 2021-12-31 Need to be put on a Shared Service Agenda to check on Goals for the service Master Plan Trails Village of Kaslo area.

Water Safety Ambassador Program 2021-12-01 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-09-30 The Water Safety Ambassador Program will be delivered to waterfront Trails locations across the RDCK. The Aquatic Community of Practice group is currently idenfying staffing needs and preferred locaons for program.

This is now part of the regular workplan. Ice Allocation Policy 2017-01-01 GM Community Services Recreation , Parks and Multi Regional 60%- 80% complete 2021-11-01 Project delayed by COVID-19 workplan changes Trails Project overseen by GM of Community Services Fees and Charges report approved by board. this will lead to integration of language into the allocaon policy. Significant public consultaon at each of the complexes Dra ice allocaon policy completed Integrating policy with fees and charges review. Exterior Door Replacements 2021-01-01 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 1% to 20% complete 2021-08-21 Many of the Complex exterior doors require replacement and have been Trails Area J, identified in the Condition assessment as such. Staff developing a replacement City of Castlegar plan and will begin replacing doors by assessed need.

Skate Park Washroom Upgrades 2021-01-01 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 1% to 20% complete 2021-07-01 In conjunction with the Child Care project, it was determined it was necessary Trails Area J, to relocate the doors of the washroom and capture the covered area as part of City of Castlegar the project. With changing the door locations, it was prudent to update the washrooms, replace all fixtures and partitions, paint, replace fascia and soffits etc.

Castlegar Hockey Society (Rebels) Contract 2020-05-01 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 40% to 60% complete 2021-07-30 Dra Agreement with Castlegar Rebels for review. Renewal Trails Area J, New contract to be implemented for 2021/2022 season. City of Castlegar Will investigate a 5-yer agreement.

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Covid-19 Response 2020-03-06 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 40% to 60% complete 2021-07-31 Ongoing to response to changing PHO requirements. Trails Area J, Aquatic Centre, Arena and Fitness centre all currently operating at a reduced City of Castlegar capacity. Connuously working on opening program offerings as opportunies arise. Starting to work on recovery and start up plans to ensure we are staffed and trained for return to normal.

Fitness Center Air Handling Unit (AHU) 2020-01-01 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 1% to 20% complete 2024-05-31 Fitness Center AHU at end of current serviceable life. Project included in 2021 Trails Area J, Financial Plan. City of Castlegar Project on hold as fitness centre subject of new infrastructure application for second intake. Mechanical consultant and design in process in the event the grant does not come through. Roof Top Exhausters 2020-01-01 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 1% to 20% complete 2022-08-28 Current exhausters are original and have passed serviceable life expectancy. Trails Area J, Project required engineering to meet code. Discussion occurring with City of Castlegar Consultant. Project on hold due to COVID and financing. Plan will be revisited in the 2022 financial plan. Building Controls Optimization and 2019-09-01 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 40% to 60% complete 2021-11-30 Fortis Program to review building controls systems and recommissioning. Staff Recommission Program Trails Area J, reviewed with consultants and District Energy advisor. Project scope for 2021 City of Castlegar is to complete only work that can be funded through Fortis. Consultant to develop proposal for Fortis consideration.

Child Care Project - Partnership with 2018-12-13 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Coordinated Service Area I, 40% to 60% complete 2021-09-30 Architect currently in detail and construction design phase. Tender issued in Kootenay Family Place Delivery Area J, January 2021. Project to be awarded first week of April, 2021. Construction to City of Castlegar begin immediately upon award. Completion expected by end of September 2021.

Castlegar & District Community Complex 2018-03-15 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 20% to 40% complete 2024-05-31 Infrastructure Grant, intake 2 completed and sent on a revised project scope. Facility Enhancement Project Trails Area J, Awaing funding announcement expected by summer 2021 . $150,000.00 of City of Castlegar additional funding has been secured from CBT for this project.

CDRD Condition Assessment and Lifecycle 2019-06-01 Mgr. Castlegar Rec Recreation , Parks and Area I, 80%- 99% complete 2021-09-30 As part of the Asset Management process, a Building Condition Assessment Report - Asset Management Process Trails Area J, and Lifecycle study was completed on the Castlegar and District Community City of Castlegar Complex. First dra has been received and staff are currently reviewing. This is the first step in the development of an asset management plan for the facility and the District. Project delayed due to COVID 19 and staff turnover.

Service Building 2019-01-01 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 80%- 99% complete 2020-03-31 Contract awarded. Service Building to support CDCC operaons and Trails Area B, maintenance of outdoor assets including the new Skate park and Creston Area C, Community Park development. Town of Creston Construction of building complete - less some minor paving in the spring 2020

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Creston & District Community Complex - 2018-03-15 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 20% to 40% complete 2021-08-31 Grant applicaon infrastructure program submied Jan, 2021 - Grant Creston Room Ramp/Dressing Room Trails Area B, application - Infrastructure program - not successful - March 2020 - Pending Project Area C, funding decision - Project design, specifications and costing 90% complete - Town of Creston October 1, 2018 Creston Community Park - View Point 2019-05-15 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 100% complete 2020-06-19 Project design and scoping - research informaon for interpreve plaques Project Trails Area B, Construction of View point Area C, Town of Creston Bench/Tree Donation Program 2019-11-01 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 100% complete 2020-06-01 Project to develop bench and tree donaon program at the CDCC Trails Area B, Program ready to launch and work with. Area D, Town of Creston

Energy Project - Rink Water DE Aerator 2019-09-01 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 100% complete 2020-09-01 Project moving forward with equipment design and acquision Equipment Trails Area B, Funding acquired through grants from Fortis and Community Works Area C, Town of Creston Covid 19 - Response 2020-03-06 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 80%- 99% complete 2021-07-31 We have added significant amount of forward facing information including Trails Area B, protocols, safety plans etc. Indoor Closed. Progressive reopening of indoor Area C, facilies planning started. All outdoor parks, facilies are open with user Town of Creston guidance and following BCRPA, WorkSafe BC, viaSport and Public Health recommendaons. Services will not return to normal operaons unl Public Health recommends that it is safe to do so. Direct impact services to the public and staff.

Parking Lot Upgrades - CDCC 2020-03-19 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 100% complete 2020-07-01 Project approved in Budget 2020 Trails Area B, Project to repair and reline parking lot at Complex. Area C, Town of Creston

Creston Community Park Project 2017-05-18 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 100% complete 2020-08-31 Contractor mobilizaon planned for April 2020 - to complete construcon Trails Area B, Soft opening in December 2019 with grand opening June 20, 2020. Area C, Construcon to be completed in Spring 2020. Town of Creston Covid 19 may impact schedule for construction /completion - spring 2020

Skatepark Host Program 2019-11-01 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 80%- 99% complete 2020-06-15 Skate host program to support and foster new skate park/park development in Trails Area B, Creston -Program is conngent on significant support through grants and or Area C, donations -Application to CBT funds through RDCK Town of Creston

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Valley Community Services - Agreement 2020-01-01 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 80%- 99% complete 2020-05-01 Agreement is approved and is being reformatted and prepared for signing by Renewal Trails Area B, the parties Area C, Town of Creston Creston Community Park - Opening Event 2019-09-01 Mgr. Creston Rec Recreation , Parks and Area A, 40% to 60% complete 2020-09-27 Planning on going - Committee will be reviewing the proposed date (June 20) Trails Area B, of the event in light of Covid 19 pandemic Area C, Town of Creston

NDCC Exterior Sign Policy Development 2018-03-13 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 40% to 60% complete 2021-12-31 A Policy may not be able to cover all potenal sign projects. Trails Area F, Reviewing initial request at the Nelson and District Recreation Commission to City of Nelson see if iniave is sll required. RDCK signage guidelines have been created and nearing completion.

Nelson and District Recreation Facilities 2017-10-17 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 40% to 60% complete 2021-06-30 Task Force recommendations update report distributed to Nelson and District Task Force Review Trails Area F, Recreaon Commission. City of Nelson Outstanding items to be reviewed during Service Review.

NDCC Aquatic Centre Lighting Upgrade 2021-02-24 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 1% to 20% complete 2021-09-30 Community Works Funding has been approved for project. Trails Area F, Project will include the replacement of pendulant lighting in the aquatic City of Nelson centre. Project will reduce electrical consumpon and will create safer environment as lights will no longer contain glass.

NDCC Arena Lighting Upgrade 2020-01-01 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 80%- 99% complete 2021-03-31 Installation of new LED lighting in NDCC Arena. Trails Area F, City of Nelson Nelson Civic Arena Operations Contract 2021-03-26 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 20% to 40% complete 2021-07-31 Renewing contract with service provider for the day-to-day operation of Civic 2021/2022 Ice Season Trails Area F, Arena. Service agreement includes ice maintenance, minor demand City of Nelson maintenance and custodial services.

RDCK Inclusion and Access Task Force 2019-09-18 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 Iniave restarted in January 2021. Trails Staff currently working through 3-phase restart initiative with up date to All Recreation Committee on March 31, 2021.

Nelson Leafs Contract Renewal 2020-05-01 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 80%- 99% complete 2020-06-30 Draft Agreement with Nelson Leafs for review. Updating Operating Agreement Trails Area F, with Nelson Leafs Jr B Hockey team. City of Nelson Five year agreement in order to cover repayment schedule for NDCC Arena sound system improvements. Final changes being completed. Completed for 2019/2020 season. New contract to be implemented for 2020/2021 season. Contract to be updated in response to Covid-19. Contract signing has been stalled as a result of Covid-19. Historical contract language and updated PerfectMind contract now used. New contract being prepared for 2021/2022 season. Will remain 5-yer agreement.

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Covid-19 Response 2020-03-06 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 40% to 60% complete 2021-07-31 Ongoing to response to changing PHO requirements. Trails Area F, Aquatic Centre, Arena and Fitness centre all currently operating at a reduced City of Nelson capacity. Connuously working on opening program offerings as opportunies arise. Working on staffing plans and required training to posion Service to be ready to fully reopen as restrictions are lifted. Nelson Curling Club Operations Request 2018-10-16 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E,Area F,City of 80%- 99% complete 2019-09-30 The Nelson Curling Club requested the RDCK take over the operations of the Trails Nelson Nelson Curling Club refrigeration system. The Curling Club is a City of Nelson owned building that is currently being operated by the Nelson Curling Club. The Nelson Curling Club operated independently during the 2019/2020 season. Nelson and District Recreation Commission reviewed request. No further requests have been received. No further action on this item until completion of Nelson and Area Service Review.

Develop Terms of Reference for Nelson 2020-11-19 Mgr. Nelson Rec Recreation , Parks and Area E, 1% to 20% complete 2021-08-01 Will include, but not be limited to, the roles and responsibilities of the and Area Recreation Commission Trails Area F, Commission as it pertains to recreation service delivery in the Area and how City of Nelson new iniaves are received and reviewed by the Commission. Initial discussion to begin January 27, 2021 as part of regular Nelson and Area Commission meeng. Follow up workshop expected to occur in May 2021. Review of Nelson and Area Masterplan has been completed as of March 10. Next step to develop Terms of Reference.

Sunshine Bay Regional Park - Field 2017-03-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area E, 80%- 99% complete 2021-09-30 Final field construcon amendments should be finished by September 2020. Replacement/Improvements Trails Area F, Working with Selkirk Irrigation. Final phase of project. Work on irrigation Area G, system to be completed by September 2021. Village of Salmo, City of Nelson

Balfour Beach Regional Park - Heron 2017-10-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area E, 40% to 60% complete 2020-10-31 Consultant Report due early January 2019. On the ground work to start in Protection/Mitigation Trails Area F, Spring 2019. Received report 2019. Working on signage and planng for 2020 . Area G, Spit rail fencing built along shoreline and signage and noficaon on site. Work Village of Salmo, included in the 2021 financial plan. Work beginning Summer 2021. City of Nelson Pass Creek Regional Park - Baseball 2018-01-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area I, 1% to 20% complete 2019-12-27 Current phase on hold unl late 2020. Diamond Parking Area Design Trails Area J, Safety concerns with current access to Pass Creek Ball Diamond. City of Castlegar Will initiate after Service Review completed Area A 5 Lake Access Areas 2017-12-30 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area A 1% to 20% complete 2022-10-31 Work to commence after completion of the Crawford Bay Regional Park Trails Management Plan and upgrades. Further consultation with community and First Naons needed. Project on hold due to capacity

McDonals Landing Access to Water MP 2018-01-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area E, 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 this is on the parks priority list, hopefully moving forward in 2021 (formally Pulpit Rock & Lions Bluff Lake Trails Area F, Pulpit Rock Society has now provided a Management Plan. Access Management Plan (incl. 5 & 6 Mile)) Area G, Internal delays. Working with Pulpit Rock Society, Pulpit Rock Society has Village of Salmo, completed a management plan and acquired a LoO with MoTI. Area F Director City of Nelson has submied 5 and 6 mile Beach as a priority. Staff is working towards RFP for Management Plan.

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Regional Parks & Trails Master 2017-05-17 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-06-28 Working Group meeng on October 10, 2019. Board appointed Directors Plan/Strategy Trails Popoff, Anderson and Jackman to the working group assisting staff with the review of the Parks & Trails Masterplan RFP at the June 20, 2019 meeng. Staff working on Regional Parks & Trails Inventory is complete to a standard that allows us to proceed to RFP development. Anticipate a RFP award in September 2019. Working group met Feb 27 2020 to discuss RFP informaon RFP working group has met several mes for final RFP assessment. Mark will report at All Recreation Meeting

Summit Lake to Roseberry Rail Trail - 2019-03-21 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area H, 80%- 99% complete 2021-07-31 Had meeting with Province but had to cancel. Planning meeeting in May Expansion Trails Area K, Provincial public announcement on trail status January 2020. Provincial Referral Village of Slocan, is in final stages. Waing for outcome. Village of Nakusp, Waiting on final Provincial approvals before Commission and Service Area Village of Silverton, approvals. Seeking partnership opportunies to facilitate ownership and Village of New Denver management of trail to one body. Planning a meeng with BC Rec Sites and Trails Spring 2021 RSTBC is running into ALC issues - applicatin for Rec use in agr land was denied, further consultation happening

Winlaw Regional Park Boardwalk 2019-09-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area H, 80%- 99% complete 2021-04-30 Working with Kootenay Adaptive Sports Association (KASA) on accessible Replacement Trails Village of Slocan, boardwalk replacement -KASA providing $490,000 through JCP grant -RDCK Village of Silverton, through Community Works Funding is $100,000 -Project further to the Village of New Denver Boardwalks are now including accessability washroom upgrads and accessible trail upgrades Glade Legacy Project 2017-07-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area I 1% to 20% complete 2020-10-31 Project commencement in the Spring 2020. Currently surveying the property Trails and met with contractor to look at site for feasibility. Project to carry over into 2020. -Area is in Agricultural Land Reserve, working on permissions -New Planning priority to enhance total Park area - Mark Crowe now leading project Mark Crowe to apply for ACL, Mark to start community engagement. Now fully funded in the 2021 Financial Plan

Crawford Bay Regional Park Management 2018-03-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area A 1% to 20% complete 2019-11-29 In financial plan for 2020. Open House conducted October 28, 2019. Plan Trails Biophysical RFP Addendum 1 posted early October. In consultation with First Naons and further funding required for Management Plan. Biophysical completed. Final drafts sent to staff, final comments sent back to consultant February 2020 Initial needs assessment is to further develop First Nations consultation and Governance (Commission or Select Project Committee?) This direction will guide Management Plan preparaon starng April 2020 next steps for MP are a Cultural Values Assessment completed in 2021/2022

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Crescent Valley Beach Regional Park - 2017-01-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area H, 80%- 99% complete 2021-10-30 Landscaping should be completed by Summer 2021. Historical signage Management Plan Implementation - Park Trails Village of Slocan, complete, First Naon's signage to come. Construction Village of Silverton, Signage 80% complete with landscaping being provided by RDCK employee Village of New Denver Genevieve Bergeron compleon in fall 2021 - xeroscape gardening. Most park amenities are installed. Working on landscaping.

Great Northern Trail - Bollard Construction 2017-08-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area E, 80%- 99% complete 2021-10-31 Meeng with Salmo ATV Club in early 2020. Trails Area F, Ongoing due to public vandalism. Area G, Discussions with Salmo Senior ATV Club Stewardship on what has worked and Village of Salmo, what has not. Winter bollard removal. City of Nelson Replacement of some damaged Bollards for Spring 2021. Waterloo Eddy Regional Park Management 2018-03-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area I, 40% to 60% complete 2021-11-30 Property acquision complete. Site design 2020. Plan Implementation Trails Area J, Property acquisition delayed until November 2019. Signage installed and City of Castlegar public consultation re: motorised use. Consultation with TECK over access. Property acquision on January 22, 2019 enables consideraon of park planning and capital improvements as idenfied in the Management Plan. Plan for boat access road into park and parking areas with fencing. Road access to boat launch - construction to begin in spring 2021 access for motorized use (other than boatlaunch road) to be closed down in 2021

Lardeau Regional Park Management Plan 2018-03-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area D, 100% complete 2020-05-31 Next step is adopon of the Lardeau Plan at the Board Trails Village of Kaslo Dra Report completed and being reviewed. Open Houses held in Lardeau Valley and Kaslo in May. Information gathered with consultant. Awaiting report from consultant. Survey is completed. Public presentaons of results Management plan completed, implementation begins

Regional Parks Design Standards 2017-09-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and All Electoral Areas 40% to 60% complete 2021-12-31 Working on structural standards Trails Memorial Bench standard almost complete Working in conjunction with Parks & Trails Inventory, staff adopting park facility standards. Signage Standards almost complete Pass Creek Regional Park Governance 2017-06-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area I, 80%- 99% complete 2020-12-31 Working on RFP Spring 2020. Looking into Governance of Pass Creek Review Trails Area J, Campground and Pass Creek Exhibion Society. City of Castlegar Informaon has been provided to consultant for further review Expecng contract to be wrien by Nov . Compleon date spring 2021

Glacier Creek Regional Park - Emergency 2018-01-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area D, 20% to 40% complete 2020-12-31 This Project is on hold for 2020, looking for funding as provincial fuel treatment Access Road Trails Village of Kaslo for Glacier was cancelled Working on a phased approach to begin access road out of the campground

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Pass Creek Regional Park - Management 2017-01-01 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area I, 20% to 40% complete 2020-12-31 As this is a phased implementaon project plan it is ongoing. Pass Creek Plan Implementation Trails Area J, Regional Park Service Review started in fall 2020 - completed spring 2021 City of Castlegar Bridge connecting campgrounds and exhibition grounds still in investigation phase. Pass Creek Bank stabalizaon project through DFA will be completed in spring/summer -

Crawford Bay Regional Park Development 2018-10-02 Mgr. Parks Recreation , Parks and Area A 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 2020 work will be on Management Plan but completion of some projects Trails including signage and Park Boundary Posts Biophysical Assessment completed. Open House completed October 28, 2019. MIA Risk Assessment conducted and report forthcoming. Repairs done to bridge crossing and some signage tobe installed at beach area 2019 FP Approval. Staff will work with the Director and the community to consilidate informaon. Road access to Park construction begain in fall 2020 to be completed in spring 2021 -$480,000 grant applicaon unsuccessful 2021 working on Cultural Values Assessment

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Service S128 Riondel Fire Protection 2020-08-20 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Area A 40% to 60% complete 2021-04-30 This work has started with considerable support from Corp Admin and Finance. Services Work is being completed to support a more proportional share in the service for First Responder

2170 Fire Service Bylaw Update 2020-04-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core All Electoral Areas 40% to 60% complete 2021-04-01 This comprehensive bylaw update will consolidate previous bylaw Services amendments, address service level declarations under the playbook, update the schedules for delivered services and provide appropriate authority to municipalies for fire service contract areas. Corporate Admin is providing considerable support to this update; it is anticipated to be complete by mid 2021

Regional Preplans 2020-03-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Area A, 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 To meet Office of the Fire Commissioner Playbook compliance for complex non Services Area B, single family occupancies, the Regional Assistant Fire Chief is developing Area D, preplans together with each of the Fire Chiefs, and training firefighters on the Area E, inherent hazards of those structures. Update - as of January 2021 full regional Area F, fire service staffing is allowing the Regional Assistant Chief to now move ahead Area G, with this project; the most at risk structures are being completed first in each Area H, fire protection area. Area I, Area J, Village of Kaslo, Village of Slocan Municipal Contract Template 2020-04-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core All Electoral Areas 80%- 99% complete 2021-02-28 RDCK fire protection contracts with municipal partners are generally on old Services templates and require updating. Corporate Admin and Fire Services are developing a template to current legal / contractual standards that can used on a go forward basis. Corporate Admin is contributing considerable staff time to help complete this. Salmo and Nakusp are going to RDCK Board in Janaury. New Denver and Castleger are pending for Board; currnetly with each Muni for review Crawford Bay Fire Service feasability study 2016-01-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Area A 60%- 80% complete 2021-04-01 The Research Analyst has completed an options review, which was then Services provided to the Area Director for review. The report is pending for the Board Agenda.

Firefighter training center feasibility study 2019-01-17 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK Not Started 2021-04-30 THe Regional Deputy Fire Chief is working with Selkirk College to determine if Services the Fire Training Center there can meet the needs of the RDCK Fire Service. Should this not be the case staff will provide the Board with options through a feasibility study. Fire safety inspections database 2018-12-13 Regional Fire Chief Not aligned with a All Electoral Areas 40% to 60% complete 2021-12-31 The Province of BC has yet to determine if a regular course of inspections will Strategic Priority be required by Regional Districts. Preliminary work is now complete to identify the number of occupancies that would require inspecon in the RDCK. The Province has indicated there will be no changes to the requirement for inspoections before 2022. This project is on hold until the province proceeds with a decision.

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Creston area Sub-Regional Fire Service 2012-01-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Area A, 60%- 80% complete 2021-12-31 Contract for Wynndel Lakeview Fire Department to be managed by Creston Services Area B, Fire & Rescue was approved at August Board. Area C, Update - Canyon Lister Fire Contract is currently undergoing legel review, once Town of Creston complete will be submied to Board. Update - The 2170 Fire Service Bylaw is undergoing revison to reflect contracted fire services -This contract is receiving considerable support from Corp admin. The Town of Creston and RDCK are still finalizing the contract for Canyon Lister -Update - a consultant has been retained to help with compltetion for 2021. Dispatch infrastructure maintenance plan 2018-10-01 Regional Fire Chief Not aligned with a Entire RDCK 60%- 80% complete 2021-12-31 Coverage survey to be completed by winter of 2020. Strategic Priority Spring 2021 RFP for radio system maintenance planned. Update - Maintenance plan in place. Consultant has been retained to inform repeater coverage and radio over IP upgrades to maintain mimimum industry standard and regulatory requirements -Update:Repeater Coverage mapping starting July 2020 with completion for the winter of 2020. / Prelim work complete to inform Radio over IP. Radio over IP will be completed in 2021. Repeater coverage mapping to be completed May of 2021.

Standard Operating Guidelines 2016-01-10 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-06-01 Operational Guideline Section 1: Safety is being released at the end of Services September both digitally and in hardcopy to all fire services staff and volunteers. Operaons has been finalized realeased Jan 2021 Remaining sections of the Operational Guidelines (Admin and Training) will be completed in the first half of 2021 Firefighter rehabilitation trailer 2018-12-13 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-06-30 Trailer has been purchased -Overhaul and refit of trailer are on hold due to Services fiscal restraints within the department. Trailer will be used to deploy side by side all terrain vehicles to assist RDCK crews deployed with SPU. -Update:this project is on hold. There is currnetly no budget to complete. Staff will provide a recommendation to Board in the first half of 2021 for this asset. Changes to allow RDCK firefighters to 2018-09-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 60%- 80% complete 2021-11-30 Board report for medical oversight/clinical governance and endorsements will deliver higher levels of care as pre hospital Services be available for October or November Board. care providers Update - Current BCEMA Licensing does not allow first responders to work outside of their scope of practice. An alternate recommendation will go to Board in the spring of 2020. - Delayed due to Covid . -Update:staff are working with the RDCK Medical Director on an alternate approach to increasing the scope of pracce of First Responders. -Update:Medical Direcon was successful in setting baseline standards for the pre hospital care services RDCK Firefighters provide.

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Mutual aid and collaboration with other 2018-09-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-06-30 Work is ongoing through the Zone 4 Fire Chiefs Association to further develop regional districts Services collaboaron. Mutual aid agreements with municipal departments are scheduled for review once the Regional Deputy posions have been filled. Update - Mutual Aid Agreemnts and the Automatic Aid bylaw will be reviewed in the first half of 2021, with reporting and recommnedation to Board in this term. Health & Wellness program for firefighters 2018-09-01 Regional Fire Chief Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 Longer term project. Services Resources required to establish. Some support available to Firefighters under the EFAP and CISM programs. Update - full staffing in place as of September 2020, to invesgate this project. 2021 Staff will be reviewing avaiable supports and potential new initiatives for implementaon in 2022. The Resilinet Minds Program will be offered in 2021 to firefighters

Fire Department Group Purchasing 2016-01-10 Regional Fire Chief Not aligned with a Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-12-31 This is an ongoing priority; once staff capacity is increased this can be Strategic Priority addressed in a fullsome manner. To date 2020 group purchase items include: purchase of compressors, SCBA, Turnout Gear and wildland boots. Update: Two Regional Deputy Fire Chiefs have started with the RDCK in September of 2020. Update: Group purchasing continues in RDCK Fire Services; this initiative is being built out throughout 2021. 2021 Group purchases include 4 water tenders The new purchasing agent will assist with this initiative Rapid response flood trailer 2018-09-14 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Water Protection and Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-12-31 Training for 52 firefighters completed 23,24 March, 2019 Advocacy Flood response trailer (FRU) is ready for deployment. Still requires racking work which is unlikely to be completed before freshet season 2020 due to Covid-19 Update - racking work will be completed in 2021. Training will occur on an as needed basis due to Covid Superior Water Tanker Shuttle service 2017-10-01 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-09-30 Staff will include training for tanker shuttle accreditation in the 2019 UBCM fire Services Department Grant. Training to commence Spring/Summer 2020, with accreditaon taking place in the fall of 2020 or spring of 2021. - Update:Training was funded for 2020 through UBCM, however has been placed on hold due to Covid-19 As of Jan 2021 training is scheduled for April/May, with potential accreditation in the Fall of 2021 for the first RDCK Fire Departments .

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Firehall extraction systems - Diesel 2017-04-01 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 Fire Services staff and the RDCK Safety advisor are working to inform how particulates Services WorkSafe compliance can be met for 2020. Update - This was deferred by Board due to Covid-19 budget implicaons. Update - The Board will be provided a report for October 2020 outlining how this project could proceed and be funded. An RFQ was issued for this project in December of 2020; the results were not favourable. Staff are currently assessing how the RFQ ca nbe reissued with more favourable results. Update - The RFQ will be reissued in 2021 Firehall equipment inventory 2018-04-01 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 The Regional Deputy Operations and Fire Services Admin Coordinator will be Services starting this project in the fall of 2021. S226 Service Review 2020-04-18 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Wildfire Management Area E, 100% complete 2021-05-31 Have completed workshop. Area F, City of Nelson Establish Service contract - fire trucks 2016-04-01 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-06-01 Pump and ladder servicing was tendered in 2020. THese will again be tendered Services in 2021. Staff are now working on a fleet maintenance contract or proposal to reduce the costs of fleet maintenance Firehall and equipment Asset Management 2017-10-01 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-12-31 Fire Services staff will be working with the RDCK Project Managers in 2020 to Services determine feasibility of conducting building condition assessments for our fire staons. Soware for the inventory and management of assets to be determined. -Update:this has been deferred to 2021 - The Regional Deputy Operations will be able to focus on this project in the second half of 2021, though Target Solution check it function will allow for asset management of all apparatus and contents, and is now coming online.

Intuitive Firefighter training records system 2018-12-13 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Part of RDCK Core Area A, Not Started 2021-05-01 Hiring a temporary staff member to complete this project; Matt Carmichael Services Area B, (finance) has been seconded to facilitate this. Area C, All fire fighter records of training from College of the Rockies are now in a Area D, centralized database. Staff will be implementing the Target Solutions System in Area E, 2021 to meet the operaonal and training records of the RDCK Fire Service Area F, Update: Target Solutions is now i nthe implementation phase. Area G, Area H, Area I, Area J, Area K, Village of Kaslo, Village of Slocan

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Fire department HAZMAT response 2018-12-13 Deputy Fire Chief-Operations Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK Not Started 2021-12-31 This initiative would support a regional hazmat team staffed by RDCK Services volunteer firefighters. This service would ensure that collectively the RDCK Fire Service can safely and effecvely enact a response to a HAZMAT event. The Regional Deputy Chief Operations together with support from the Regional Deputy Training will bring a recommendation to Board in the second half of 2021 for the establishment of a regional hazmat team

SPU Team leader training 2018-12-13 Deputy Fire Chief -Training Wildfire Management Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-06-01 One RDCK Fire Service staff members attended SPU team leader in early 2020. All SPU Team Leader 2020 training will be delivered under the 'just in time model due to Covid-19. This program will continue to develop with guidance from the BC Wildfire / Office of the Fire Commsioner in 2021. Playbook training requirements 2016-01-10 Deputy Fire Chief -Training Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-12-31 Each firehall is at a different progression level. A detailed report was made In Services Camera at September 2019 Board. -Update:training was progessing well, though the break from face to face training due to Covid-19 has delayed some of the departments in meeting their declared levels of service. The UBCM grant funded training officers together with the Regional Deputy Fire Chief are delivering bootcamps, which are accelarating training for new recruits, and delivering custom training / evaluation for departments to help them complete playbook requirements. Officer Training is commencing in 2021

Fire training grounds upgrade 2018-09-01 Deputy Fire Chief -Training Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK Not Started 2021-08-01 Currently fire fighters are using the live fire training center at Selkirk College. Services The Selkirk College space does not come with classroom / washroom access. Both can be rented from Selkirk College at a high addional expense. -Update: Initial meetings have taken place with Selkirk College to inform solutions at the live fire facility there. This has now been deferred due to Coivd-19 Reg Deputy Training is currently working with Selkirk on the Licence of Occupation; this will be presented to April or May Board

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Conference Report and Policy 2019-04-01 CAO Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-08-31 CAO to prepared a report to the Board for November 2019 on Services recommendaons for a policy on conference aendance. The Board gave direction to staff for a policy to be created and it will be brought to the March 2020 meeng for approval. Delay - COVID response has delayed this report - Staff is aiming for mid 2021 as conferences are cancelled or moved to remote attendance, this has a lower priority. Economic Development Support 2018-01-01 CAO Not aligned with a Multi Regional 20% to 40% complete 2021-06-30 With no staff responsible for Economic Development at the RDCK, this has Strategic Priority fallen to the CAO. Current initiatives include responsibilities for both the Kaslo/D Economic Development Commission and the Slocan Valley Economic Development Plan implementation and now support in the Creston Valley as the rural dividend grant was approved. There has been significant time dedicated to this area that has taken away from other duties the CAO has. Over the next months both Kaslo/D and the Creston Valley projects will be wrapping up, and the future of the program will be discussed amongst the Directors

Service Review - Nelson, Area F and 2019-09-19 CAO Recreation , Parks and Multi Regional 60%- 80% complete 2021-06-30 Service review dates were October 8th and 9th, and the Board passed Defined Area E Recreation Trails resolutions supporting the outcomes of the review. The Commission will now work with staff to address the resolutions that were passed. This will take us at least until mid 2021. COVID Response and Planning 2020-03-01 CAO Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-09-30 Involves all departments. This is planning for our remote working situations, Services risk management for staff and the public, remote meeting setup, business continuity, EOC activation, recreation centres, transfer stations. Our head office has reopened to the public, transfer stations are at full operation, and outdoor recreation opportunities are available. Indoor recreation has opened through Q3 and continues into Q4, with pools opening October 13. Staff continue to monitor the circumstances and have adjusted as required for PHO guidelines. At this time COVID response is in a mature phase.

Water Governance 2018-04-19 CAO Water Protection and All Electoral Areas 40% to 60% complete 2021-06-30 Staff report received by the Board in September for feedback. Report will be Advocacy brought to November Board for request for decision. The Board has approved the creation of a Water Board for the purposes of governing the water services. Staff will begin to evaluate commission bylaws and work towards a terms of reference for the Water Board.

District Municipality Status for Area E 2017-03-01 CAO Part of RDCK Core Area E 1% to 20% complete 2022-12-31 This project was requested by the Area Director and is on hold for the time Services being. Work has been done by the Area Director on service needs in Area E and some initial investigation with the Ministry has been done. Staff will meet with the Director to determine next steps, if any.

Office Space Selection 2019-10-17 CAO Not aligned with a Entire RDCK Not Started 2021-06-19 Delayed to 2021. Commiee to develop scope of work to be convened in Strategic Priority January, 2020.

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Creston Valley Visitor Centre 2017-01-01 CAO Coordinated Service Area A, 80%- 99% complete 2019-12-31 Recreation Coordinator at CDCC provides oversight and management of CVVC Delivery Area B, service . -CAO - responsible for service/project -Engagement with stakeholder Area C, Directors in planning/goals of service delivery -New Recreaon Coordinator to Town of Creston continue oversight October 2019

Utilities Governance Review 2012-06-01 CAO Coordinated Service Multi Regional 20% to 40% complete 2018-12-07 The "Utilities Governance Review" has been initiated in 2012. Consultant Delivery reports (Jonathan Huggett) and legal reports (Lidstone) were prepared and presented on workshops to the BoD at the time. Drivers for the reports were the rapidly growing utilities department based on water system acquisitions, ongoing discussions about the future roles and responsibilities for Commissions of Management and associated liability to the RDCK, as well as criticism about the overhead charges (Environmental Services fees) associated with the management of these water systems. -The process for this governance review was halted in the summer of 2013 aer consultaon of various Commissions on the report recommendaons. -Many of the problems from 2013 continue to persist (ES fees, moratorium on accepting additional water systems, role of Commissions of Management). A conclusion of this work could help establishing higher efficiency in the administration of our water systems, create increased consistency in managing these water systems and help to coordinate priories for ulies staff. -The next step should be a revisiting with the BoD if this process should be dropped or continued. If it is continued a re-evaluation of the exact scope for the initiative should be determined in this meeting.

Area D First Responder Service Case 2020-02-15 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a Area D, 20% to 40% complete 2021-04-15 Q1 update - as work to update the fire regulatory bylaws proceeds staff have Analysis Strategic Priority Village of Kaslo determined that a more in depth analysis of how first responder and road rescue services are structured throughout the RDCK is necessary . An overview report should be received at the May 2021 Board meeting , requesting Board direction for staff to evaluate options for changes to the current arrangements. Outcomes of the evaluation work will guide the direction for resolving specific service issues ( e.g. Area D, Riondel etc...)

Riondel Commission Bylaw Update 2012-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Area A 60%- 80% complete 2021-06-24 Full revision to Commission bylaw to reflect the current best practices for Delivery authorities delegated to Commissions. A draft bylaw has been provided to the Area A Director for review.

Recreation Commission #6- Slocan Lake 2020-10-15 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Area H, Not Started 2021-12-31 Review and propose updates to the Commission bylaw for Board Bylaw Review Delivery Village of Silverton, consideration. Consultation with elected officials will be the first step. Q1 2021 Village of New Denver update - No progress to report on this project.

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Area H and I Dog Control Service Case 2020-03-19 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Area H, 80%- 99% complete 2021-06-17 Service case analysis will be prepared based on estimated contract service Analysis Delivery Area I, costs. Q1 update- base data and cost information is being prepared with Village of Slocan, assistance from Bylaw Enforcement . Project has been delayed due to high Village of Silverton, workload for bylaw enforcement staff. The project is targeted for completion Village of New Denver at end of Q2 2021.

Fireworks bylaw feasibility report 2020-11-15 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a Area E Not Started 2021-12-31 Board has directed that staff prepare a report outlining the feasibility of Strategic Priority developing and implementing a fireworks bylaw. Q1 update- this project has not advanced due to competing project priorities.

Update Noise Bylaw 2440 2020-11-15 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a All Electoral Areas Not Started 2022-01-20 Board has requested staff evaluate ways to make the Noise Bylaw 'farmer Strategic Priority friendly' by incorporating provisions of the Right to Farm Act. Q1 2021 update - no progress on this low priority item. A report to Board is expected by the end of 2022. Water Services Committee Terms of 2020-11-19 Mgr. Corporate Admin Water Protection and Entire RDCK Not Started 2021-06-17 Following from the Water Governance Report received in Nov 2020, Board Reference Advocacy directed staff to prepare a draft Term of Reference and prioritized work plan for implementing governance changes for RDCK water systems. A report will be delivered at the June 2021 Board meeting.

Contract Guidelines and Process 2018-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 60%- 80% complete 2021-12-31 Initiative will standardize contracting process throughout RDCK departments Improvements Delivery and reduce risk associated with contracted services. Q1 2021 update - project is on hold currently pending hiring of new admin assistant staff

Delegation of Authority Bylaw 2018-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-03-31 The Bylaw will identify complete list of authority delegated to staff. No Services progress made in Q1 2021 due to competing project priorities and COVID-19 situation. Draft bylaw is targeted to be received for Board consideration in Q3 2021. Referendum Support Policy 2018-06-21 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a Entire RDCK Not Started 2021-10-21 Board directed that staff develop a policy to guide Board decision making in Strategic Priority response to requests for RDCK support for groups taking specific positions on RDCK referenda. No progress made in Q1 2021. This policy will be prioritized in the context of the overall policy review included in the 2021 work plan.

RDCK website improvements- Phase Two 2020-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 Project will implement the website upgrades identified in Phase 1 (2019). Q1 Delivery update- Budget for this project was approved in Q1. Project is going ahead under the direction of the Communications Coordinator, with finalization of specifications and contracts soon to be complete. {Project Steering Committee is meetign and will oversee progress through to a December 2021 launch date . Review Policies re: Alcohol Consumption 2018-04-24 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK Not Started 2022-06-16 Review and recommend updates to policy. No progress made on this initiative on RDCK Property Services in Q1 2021. Targeted completion may be delayed by competing project priorities .

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Invasive Species Bylaw Feasibility Study 2018-07-19 Mgr. Corporate Admin Food security and Entire RDCK Not Started 2022-09-01 In December 2019 the Board directed that an Invasive Species Strategy be Agriculture developed with the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society, with project oversight provided by RDCK sustainability group staff . The bylaw feasibility study will remain on hold until the strategy project is completed. No updates to report in Q1 2021 Review Recreation Program Waivers and 2018-05-17 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2022-07-01 Ensure consistent use of waivers and consent forms across all Recreation Consent Forms Delivery services, and integrate in to Perfect Mind software. Q1 2021 update- no progress on this project since Q2 2020 due to competing priorities. Note that standard waivers and consent forms were created for the Perfect Mind software , and updated in 2020 to address COVID -related risks.

Evaluation of Records Management 2019-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 60%- 80% complete 2022-04-21 Staff review of current records system is complete and has determined that Software Services significant pre-work must occur before the RDCK can effectively implement an electronic records software system. Q1 2021 update - Consultant report has been received , effectively ending phase one of the project. Administration staff will trial the software in limited circumstances through 2021 , with recommendations possibly coming forward in the 2022 budget

Creston and Area Transit Service Review 2019-01-15 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a Area A, 20% to 40% complete 2021-08-19 Q1 2021 update - RDCK signed the project MOU in December and work is Strategic Priority Area B, proceeding . Stakeholder consultation, including the East Shore Transportation Area C, Society, is complete. Public consultation is planned for May 2021. A report to Town of Creston the RDCK Board expected in August 2021.

West Kootenay Transit 5 Year Plan 2018-08-11 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Area D, 80%- 99% complete 2021-05-20 This project is RDCK assistance and support for BC Transit's development of Services Area E, new 5 year plan for the West Kootenay Transit service. Q1 2020 update- BC Area F, Transit will hold six briefing session with Director's in April. A complete plan Area G, will be received at the May Board meeting. Area H, Area I, Area J, Area K, Village of Salmo, Village of Kaslo, City of Castlegar, City of Nelson, Village of Slocan, Village of Nakusp, Village of Silverton, Village of New Denver, Multi Regional WKBRHD Policy Manual 2018-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Multi Regional 40% to 60% complete 2021-10-27 Q1 2021 update- At the October 2020 meeting the WKBRHD Board directed Services staff to develop 4 new policies. Draft policies are expected to come forward for WKBRHD Board consideration in Q4 2021.

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Special Event Permit Regulatory Bylaw 2017-10-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Area E, 80%- 99% complete 2022-03-17 Q1 update- A finalized bylaw to apply in Areas E and H will be considered by Services Area H the RDCK Board. Following the March 28 Dr Henry announcement that large events are unlikely to occur in summer 2021 this has been assigned a lower priority. Planned review of bylaw enforcement services should occur prior to adoption of the events bylaw. Playmor Junction Transit Hub Feasibility 2019-03-18 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Area E, 40% to 60% complete 2021-06-30 Project to evaluate feasibility to establish a transit hub and washrooms at Study Delivery Area H, Playmor junction. Campbell Field vicinity has been identified as preferred Area I, location for transit exchange and will be considered within the plan for Area J, developing this site. Q1 2021 update- BC Transit reports that it is unlikely that Area K, substantial progress will be made in 2021 on this project. City of Castlegar, City of Nelson Asset Management - Facility Data 2019-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 100% complete 2021-09-16 Develop standards and methodologies for departments to use to inventory Inventory Project Delivery data and information related to RDCK owned buildings. Q1 2021 update- project has not been completed as originally envisioned, but is not currently relevant as standard methodologies have been adopted for facility condition assessments completed or in progress at RDCK facilities. This will be marked as complete and removed from future Quarterly reports. The item may be re- introduced in future as part of a formal asset management program.

RDCK Branding and Visual Identity Project 2018-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2020-06-25 Project to create guidelines for standardized use of RDCK logo, visual Delivery identity branding , both for RDCK corporate and independent business units ( e.g. rec centers) . Q1 2021 update- The rollout of design elements is ongoing. Guidelines are complete and most work on this project will be complete by the end of Q2. The current focus is on updating all RDCK document templates in accordance with the new design standards

Water Service Bylaw Review 2018-05-02 Mgr. Corporate Admin Water Protection and Area A, 20% to 40% complete 2021-07-15 Inventory existing water service bylaws and create a prioritized list for Advocacy Area B, updates. Q1 2021 update - Following from the 2020 Water Governance Review Area D, staff will complete this project in conjunction with drafting the Terms of Area E, Reference for the Water Services Committtee, expected for reporting to the Area G, Board in early Q3 2021. Area H, Area J, Area K, Town of Creston Transit Service Funding Review 2019-07-18 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Central RR Subregion, 80%- 99% complete 2020-06-18 Q1 2021 update -Amendments to the Creston area transit service Services West RR Subregion establishment bylaw were adopted at the January Board meeting. The Castlegar area service bylaw amendments are expected to be received for Board consideration at the May Board meeting, with Kootenay Lake West service bylaws to follow in June or July .

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Board Strategic Applicable Areas of Anticipated Completion Project/Initiative Name Date Assigned Responsible Manager Project Completion Status Board Notes Priority RDCK Date

West Creston Fire Service Sustainability 2019-09-19 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Area C 1% to 20% complete 2021-06-18 This project will evaluate service options, capital project feasibility and costing Plan Delivery , and financial projections in order to develop a long term plan for sustainability of this service. No progress to report in Q1 2021. Completing this project will require capital cost estimates for the new Town of Creston fire hall and the proposed West Creston fire hall, completion of which may impact overall timing for this project.

Shoreacres No Hunting or Discharge of 2019-09-19 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a Area I 1% to 20% complete 2020-08-20 No progress in Q1 2020 due to competing project priorities. Expected Firearm Bylaw Survey Strategic Priority completion is Q4 2021.

Add Areas H&I to RDCK noise control bylaw 2020-03-19 Mgr. Corporate Admin Coordinated Service Area H, 100% complete 2021-04-15 Q1 update - the necessary provincial approvals have been received and the Delivery Area I service establishment bylaw was subsequently amended. An amendment to the noise regulatory bylaw to add Area H will be considered at the April Board meeting Evaluate Area E Contribution Service to 2021-02-15 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a Area E, Not Started 2021-12-31 Staff will research the costs, options, processes and the public Fund Nelson Public Library Strategic Priority City of Nelson communications plan for establishing a contribution service in Electoral Area E to provide funding to the Nelson Public Library commencing in 2022.

Bridges on Private Property Policy 2021-01-31 Mgr. Corporate Admin Not aligned with a All Electoral Areas 80%- 99% complete 2021-04-16 Staff prioritized development of a policy in response to emerging issues in Strategic Priority January 2021 regarding the safety of fire apparatus crossing bridges on private property. The policy was adopted in February, with revisions proposed for consideration by the Board in April 2021. RDCK Fire Services will implement the policy. Erickson Water Universal Metering and 2021-01-01 Mgr. Corporate Admin Part of RDCK Core Area B, 1% to 20% complete 2021-09-30 The Erickson water service draft 2021 to 2025 Financial Plan includes a $2.98 Distribution Upgrades Loan Alternative Services Area C million universal metering project and $710,000 for water line replacements to Approval Process be funded by borrowing. Public and Provincial approval is required for the borrowing. Staff and the Board have decided to seak public approval by Altenernative Approval Process (AAP). A public online meeting is anticipated for mid to late April 2021 and the AAP responce deadline is 10 May 2021. Final Provincial approval might be provided in August or September 2021.

Implementation of Purchase Order Module 2018-03-14 Mgr. Finance Coordinated Service Entire RDCK 80%- 99% complete 2021-06-30 The Purchase Order module is funconing. Delivery While we have experienced success within the Live system we continue to learn best from the system when unancipated quesons arise. In addion there are still the proceesses to develop along side of the Module and the compliance with the new Purchasing Policy, whether the Purchase Orders are manual or through the system. Transion of staff in the Purchase and Payments Coordinator in 2020 affected a more complete roll out. New training will be developed in 2021.

Timesheets application in Project 2018-03-01 Mgr. Finance Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-06-30 Implementation of the Timesheets functionality for a test or beta group to Management module Services have electronic timesheets be created, submitted and approved to then be integrated to the Payroll intake to improve efficiencies.

374 Page 35 of 40 Board Strategic Applicable Areas of Anticipated Completion Project/Initiative Name Date Assigned Responsible Manager Project Completion Status Board Notes Priority RDCK Date

Project Costing Module 2018-04-15 Mgr. Finance Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2021-12-31 Finance will continue inventory of the District Tangible Capital Assets and Fixed Services Asset module. This will involve coordinated work with the Senior Project Manager to componenze assets listed in our inventory as needed. A reassessment of the coding categories will be evaluated.

Fire Services Safety Management System 2019-04-08 Mgr. HR Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 20% to 40% complete 2020-11-28 The focus has shifted to significant COVID19 support. However, we continue Services to additionally focus on Fire Services Safety program implementation to ensure their alignment with the RDCK safety management system including the development and implementaon of: - Safe work procedures - inspecons - reporng processes & systems - PPE inventory - respiratory program - leader training (BC Municipal Safety Association)

Information Technology Infrastructure 2021-04-01 Mgr. IT Part of RDCK Core Multi Regional 1% to 20% complete 2021-11-17 This project is required to replace end of life IT equipment that is part of the Replacement Services core technology infrastructure. Infrastructure review 2020-01-09 Mgr. IT Part of RDCK Core Entire RDCK 1% to 20% complete 2021-11-16 Core technology is coming to end of life. A Project is being initiated to ensure Services that core computing and information technology services needs are aligned with current and future operational needs of the organization in a cost effect, reliable way and further, in a way that considers potential regional cooperation.

SCADA Software system 2021-01-06 Mgr. IT Water Protection and Entire RDCK 40% to 60% complete 2021-12-15 The water service requires support to implement the SCADA system for Advocacy monitoring water systems.

375 Page 36 of 40 RDCK Q1 2021 Open Quarterly Report Projects completed in Q4 2020 Removed From Quarterly Report Project/Initiative Name Responsible Manager Priority evacuation planning for highest risk communities in the RD - UBCM Mgr. Community Sustainability Grant Application 100% renewable energy plan Mgr. Community Sustainability Regional Bioenergy / Timber Deadstock Biofuel Scoping Study Mgr. Community Sustainability South Slocan Direct Filtration or Deferal, Consultant Planning Phase Utilities Operations Manager 2020 Minor Transit Betterments Program Mgr. Corporate Admin Letter to Yaqan Nukiy GM Development and Community Sustainability Ootischenia Landfill public area upgrades Mgr. Resource Recovery West Residuals Cost Model Mgr. Resource Recovery Commission Procedures Policy Mgr. Corporate Admin Anti Racial Discrimination Policy Mgr. Corporate Admin Soil Removal and Deposit Bylaw Mgr. Planning Arrow Membrane Filtration Review Mgr. Utilities NDCC Parking Lot Monitoring Mgr. Nelson Rec Nelson Civic Arena Operations Contract Mgr. Nelson Rec

Projects completed in Q1 2021 Project/Initiative Name Responsible Manager S226 Service Review Deputy Fire Chief-Operations 2020 ESS IT Upgrades Mgr. Community Sustainability 2020 Freshet Recovery - Disaster Financial Assistance APPLICATION for RDCK Assets Mgr. Community Sustainability FIRESMART _ Neighbourhood Recognition Program 2020 Mgr. Community Sustainability CleanBC OICP grant application Mgr. Resource Recovery Creston Community Park - View Point Project Mgr. Creston Rec Bench/Tree Donation Program Mgr. Creston Rec Energy Project - Rink Water DE Aerator Equipment Mgr. Creston Rec Parking Lot Upgrades - CDCC Mgr. Creston Rec Creston Community Park Project Mgr. Creston Rec Asset Management - Facility Data Inventory Project Mgr. Corporate Admin Add Areas H&I to RDCK noise control bylaw Mgr. Corporate Admin 2020 Water Loss Control and Metering Implementation Strategy Mgr. Utilities

Evidence Based Planning Project- Central Kootenay Food Policy Council Mgr. Planning Lardeau Regional Park Management Plan Mgr. Parks

376 Page 37 of 40 RDCK CAPITAL PROJECTS TO 2021‐03‐31

29 10 $ 11,387,415.00

SNO PROJECT NAME PM CLIENT BUDGET START DATE DAYS End Date STATUS Status ‐ Next Steps

1 Asset Management AJ Evenson Stuart Horn $ ‐ 1‐Jan‐21 250 16‐Dec‐21 On Hold 2021 Scope on hold until FCM grant notification. 2 Central Region ‐ Compost Facility AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 1,500,000 1‐Jan‐21 290 10‐Feb‐22 InProgress RFP for construction out on BCBID, closing on April 9, 2021 3 Grohman Transfer Station ‐ Compost Upgrades AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ ‐ 1‐Jan‐21 290 10‐Feb‐22 InProgress Waiting on Tetratech detailed design. 4 Ootischenia Landfill ‐ Compost Upgrades AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ ‐ 1‐Jan‐21 290 10‐Feb‐22 InProgress Waiting on Tetratech detailed design. 5 Creston Landfill ‐ Compost Facility AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 1,200,000 1‐Jan‐21 290 10‐Feb‐22 InProgress RFP for construction out on BCBID, closing on April 9, 2021 6 Wynndel Fire Hall Upgrades AJ Evenson Jared Riel $ 75,000 1‐Jan‐21 75 15‐Apr‐21 Completed‐Qtr Complete as of March 1, 2021 7 HB Tailings Facility Closure AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 3,400,000 1‐Jan‐21 220 4‐Nov‐21 InProgress Settlement Agreement signed and preparing for construction in spring 2021 8 Woodbury Water System Upgrades AJ Evenson Jason McDiarmid $ 484,000 1‐Jan‐21 250 16‐Dec‐21 InProgress Design in progress, plant to be designed to fit within existing building. 9 Fall Protection ‐ Transfer Stations AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ ‐ 1‐Jan‐21 120 17‐Jun‐21 On Hold Andre working with new supervisor to evaluate eliminating working on trailer. 10 Fire Hall Expansions (Oot and Slocan) Nora Hannon $ 400,000 1‐May‐21 350 1‐Sep‐22 Not Started Waiting on scope and confirmation of budget. Dependant on PM resourcing. 11 Winlaw Fire Hall ‐ Ambulance Upgrades AJ Evenson Gord Ihlen $ 10,000 31‐Mar‐21 30 11‐May‐21 InProgress Work to commence April 1 12 Pass Creek Fire Hall Stairs AJ Evenson Nora Hannon $ 15,000 1‐Feb‐21 60 23‐Apr‐21 InProgress Work to commence April 5 13 Resource Recovery Safe Install AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 55,000 1‐Jan‐21 90 6‐May‐21 Completed‐Qtr Complete as of February 26 14 East Shore Connectivity Project AJ Evenson Stuart Horn $ 782,000 1‐Jan‐21 250 16‐Dec‐21 InProgress Wynndel FH to be installed in spring 2021, remaining scope being evaluated 15 Resource Recovery Asset Mgmt AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 25,000 1‐Jan‐21 60 25‐Mar‐21 Completed‐Qtr Inventories completed as of February 26. Finalizing reports. 16 Castlegar Rec Centre ‐ Childcare Expansion Shari Imada Jim Crockett $ 2,100,000 1‐Jan‐21 250 16‐Dec‐21 InProgress In process of awarding contract based on clarifications received. 17 Exhaust Gas Extraction Systems ‐ 17 Fire Halls Shari Imada Nora Hannon $ 544,000 1‐Jan‐21 400 14‐Jul‐22 InProgress Working on evaluating options for installations in 2021 and 2022 18 Fire Hall Residing (Beasley, Blewett) Nora Hannon $ 100,000 1‐Apr‐21 120 15‐Sep‐21 Not Started Waiting on scope and confirmation of budget. Dependant on PM resourcing. Fortis working with electrician to upgrade service. Quotes received for expansion 19 Canyon Lister Fire Hall Expansion AJ Evenson Nora Hannon 1‐Jan‐21 255 23‐Dec‐21 InProgress and hay shed. 20 NDMP Stream 3 AJ Evenson Chris Johnson 1‐May‐21 255 21‐Apr‐22 Not Started Dependant on grant funding. Dependant on PM resourcing. 21 Slocan Schoolhouse Demolition AJ Evenson Joe Chirico $ 70,000 1‐Jan‐21 255 23‐Dec‐21 InProgress Evaluate options for asbestos remediation once daycare leaves on April 30 22 RecycleBC Attendant Buildings Shari Imada Amy Wilson $ 140,000 1‐Jan‐21 60 25‐Mar‐21 Completed‐Qtr Complete as of March 1, 2021 23 Crawford Bay CCTV AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 22,739 1‐Mar‐21 120 13‐Aug‐21 InProgress Scheduled for May 2021 24 Salmo TS CCTV AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 29,269 1‐May‐21 90 2‐Sep‐21 InProgress Scheduled for June 2021 25 Balfour TS CCTV AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 23,407 1‐May‐21 90 2‐Sep‐21 InProgress Scheduled for May 2021 26 Lakeside Office RTU & Roof Replacement AJ Evenson Tom Dool $ 250,000 16‐Feb‐21 180 25‐Oct‐21 InProgress Mechanical Engineer and Roofing Consultant hired. 27 Resource Recovery Intrusion Alarms AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 20,000 1‐Feb‐21 115 9‐Jul‐21 InProgress Work awarded to Authorized Security. Install to start in April 2021 28 Central Washroom/Septic AJ Evenson Amy Wilson $ 142,000 1‐Apr‐21 250 16‐Mar‐22 Not Started Dependant on Board Approval and coordination with HB contractor 29 Fire Hall Compound Fencing Nora Hannon 1‐Apr‐21 180 8‐Dec‐21 Not Started Fencing for North Shore, Ootischenia, Balfour and Yahk

377 Page 38 of 40 RDCK PROJECTS DASHBOARD

PROJECT TIMELINES 29‐Apr‐20 29‐May‐20 28‐Jun‐20 28‐Jul‐20 27‐Aug‐20 26‐Sep‐20 26‐Oct‐20 25‐Nov‐20 25‐Dec‐20 24‐Jan‐21 23‐Feb‐21 25‐Mar‐21 24‐Apr‐21 24‐May‐21 23‐Jun‐21 23‐Jul‐21 22‐Aug‐21 21‐Sep‐21 21‐Oct‐21 20‐Nov‐21 20‐Dec‐21 19‐Jan‐22 18‐Feb‐22 20‐Mar‐22 19‐Apr‐22 19‐May‐22 18‐Jun‐22 18‐Jul‐22 17‐Aug‐22 16‐Sep‐22 16‐Oct‐22

Asset Management, 1‐Jan‐21 Central Region ‐ Compost Facility, 1‐Jan‐21 Grohman Transfer Station ‐ Compost Upgrades, 1‐Jan‐21 Ootischenia Landfill ‐ Compost Upgrades, 1‐Jan‐21 Creston Landfill ‐ Compost Facility, 1‐Jan‐21 Wynndel Fire Hall Upgrades, 1‐Jan‐21 HB Tailings Facility Closure, 1‐Jan‐21 Woodbury Water System Upgrades, 1‐Jan‐21 Fall Protection ‐ Transfer Stations, 1‐Jan‐21 Fire Hall Expansions (Oot and Slocan), 1‐May‐21 Winlaw Fire Hall ‐ Ambulance Upgrades, 31‐Mar‐21 Pass Creek Fire Hall Stairs, 1‐Feb‐21 Resource Recovery Safe Install, 1‐Jan‐21 East Shore Connectivity Project, 1‐Jan‐21 Resource Recovery Asset Mgmt, 1‐Jan‐21 Castlegar Rec Centre ‐ Childcare Expansion, 1‐Jan‐21 Exhaust Gas Extraction Systems ‐ 17 Fire Halls, 1‐Jan‐21 Fire Hall Residing (Beasley, Blewett), 1‐Apr‐21 Canyon Lister Fire Hall Expansion, 1‐Jan‐21 NDMP Stream 3, 1‐May‐21 Slocan Schoolhouse Demolition, 1‐Jan‐21 RecycleBC Attendant Buildings, 1‐Jan‐21 Crawford Bay CCTV, 1‐Mar‐21 Salmo TS CCTV, 1‐May‐21 Balfour TS CCTV, 1‐May‐21 Lakeside Office RTU & Roof Replacement, 16‐Feb‐21 Resource Recovery Intrusion Alarms, 1‐Feb‐21 Central Washroom/Septic, 1‐Apr‐21 Fire Hall Compound Fencing, 1‐Apr‐21

28 OF 98 TASKS COMPLETED ‐ 3 MONTHS | THIS MONTH | +7 MONTHS DAY WEEK MONTH

12 10 9 7 6 4 2 2 56% 1 1 OVERALL PROGRESS Jul' 2021 Jan' 2021 Jun' 2021 Oct' 2021 Feb' 2021 Apr' 2021 Sep' 2021 Dec' 2020 Aug' 2021 May' 2021 THIS MONTH OVERALL PROGRESS TASKS DUE TASKS COMPLETED TASKS IN PROGRESS

378 Page 39 of 40 PROJECT BUDGET & HOURS

PROJECT BUDGET

INVOICED BUDGET REMAINING BUDGET $3,400,000 $2,100,000 $1,500,000 $1,200,000 $782,000 $544,000 $484,000 $400,000 $250,000 $142,000 $140,000 $100,000 $75,000 $70,000 $55,000 $29,269 $25,000 $23,407 $20,000 $22,739 $15,000 $10,000 $‐ $‐ $‐ $‐ Salmo TS CCTV Balfour TS CCTV NDMP Stream 3 Crawford Bay CCTV Asset Management Halls Upgrades Pass Creek Fire Hall Stairs Central Washroom/Septic HB Tailings Facility Closure Wynndel Fire Hall Upgrades Fire Hall Compound Fencing Resource Recovery Safe Install RecycleBC Attendant Buildings East Shore Connectivity Project Slocan Schoolhouse Demolition Resource Recovery Asset Mgmt Canyon Lister Fire Hall Expansion Central Region ‐ Compost Facility Fall Protection ‐ Transfer Stations Creston Landfill ‐ Compost Facility Woodbury Water System Upgrades Fire Hall Residing (Beasley, Blewett) Resource Recovery Intrusion Alarms Grohman Transfer Station ‐ Compost Fire Hall Expansions (Oot and Slocan) Winlaw Fire Hall ‐ Ambulance Upgrades Exhaust Gas Extraction Systems ‐ 17 Fire Ootischenia Landfill ‐ Compost Upgrades Lakeside Office RTU & Roof Replacement Castlegar Rec Centre ‐ Childcare Expansion

PLANNED VS ACTUAL HOURS

PLAN HOURS ACTUAL HOURS

600

500

185

150

100 100 100 43 25 31 30 18 24 24 12 13 12 14 10 5 502 502 7 7 50 6 2 2 2 50 2 25 30 15 15 25 15 20 25 10 10 10 20 35 Salmo TS CCTV Balfour TS CCTV NDMP Stream 3 Crawford Bay CCTV Asset Management Upgrades Pass Creek Fire Hall Stairs Central Washroom/Septic HB Tailings Facility Closure Wynndel Fire Hall Upgrades Fire Hall Compound Fencing Resource Recovery Safe Install RecycleBC Attendant Buildings East Shore Connectivity Project Slocan Schoolhouse Demolition Resource Recovery Asset Mgmt Canyon Lister Fire Hall Expansion Central Region ‐ Compost Facility Fall Protection ‐ Transfer Stations Creston Landfill ‐ Compost Facility Woodbury Water System Upgrades Fire Hall Residing (Beasley, Blewett) Resource Recovery Intrusion Alarms Grohman Transfer Station ‐ Compost Fire Hall Expansions (Oot and Slocan) Winlaw Fire Hall ‐ Ambulance Upgrades Ootischenia Landfill ‐ Compost Upgrades Lakeside Office RTU & Roof Replacement Castlegar Rec Centre ‐ Childcare Expansion Exhaust Gas Extraction Systems ‐ 17 Fire Halls

379 Page 40 of 40 REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY Board Report

Date of Report: March 31, 2021 Date & Type of Meeting: April 15, 2021 Open Regular Board Meeting Author: Nora Hannon, Regional Fire Chief Subject: S138 FIRE PROTECTION-AREA J ROBSON MFA FINANCING File: 7750-01

SECTION 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is seek Board approval to apply to the Municipal Finance Authority (MFA) for equipment financing for the 2020 purchase of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and a compressor.

SECTION 2: BACKGROUND / ANALYSIS S138 Fire Protection Area J Robson purchased SCBA and a compressor in 2020.

These capital purchases were approved in the 2020 Financial Plan, and further have been completed with Board approval.

This report requests a resolution for financing this purchase as per the 2020 Financial Plan from the Municipal Finance Authority.

SECTION 3: DETAILED ANALYSIS a. Financial Considerations – Cost and Resource Allocations: Included in Financial Plan: ☒ YES ☒ NO Financial Plan Amendment: ☒ YES ☒ NO Debt Bylaw Required: ☐ YES ☒ NO Public/Gov’t Approvals req’d: ☒ YES ☐ NO

S138 Robson Fire Capital purchase of SCBA and Compressor: $131,981.52

Funds required through equipment financing from the Municipal Finance Authority: $131,981.52

b. Legislative Considerations (Applicable Policies and/or Bylaws): N/A c. Environmental Considerations: N/A d. Social Considerations: N/A

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e. Economic Considerations: Financing this equipment allows the service to absorb the cost over several years.

f. Communication Considerations: N/A

g. Staffing/Departmental Workplan Considerations: This is within the staff workplan

h. Board Strategic Plan/Priorities Considerations: Proceeding with this Recommendation will help achieve 2 of the RDCK Strategic Objectives: 1. To Excel in Governance and Service Delivery 2. To Manage our Assets and Operations in a Fiscally Responsible Manner SECTION 4: OPTIONS & PROS / CONS

SECTION 5: RECOMMENDATION(S) That the Board of the Regional District of Central Kootenay authorizes a total of $131,981.52 to be borrowed, under Section 403 of the Local Government Act, from the Municipal Finance Authority - Equipment Financing Program, for the purpose of funding Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and a Compressor; AND FURTHER, that the loan be repaid within five years from Fire Protection Area J (Robson) Service S138, with no rights of renewal.

Respectfully submitted, Signature: Digitally signed by Name: Nora Hannon

CONCURRENCE Initials: Chief Administrative Officer Approved by Stuart Horn

381 382 383 Signed by Email 1,000.00

384 385 Community Development Grant Application Form REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY 202 Lakeside Drive, Box 590, Nelson, 8.C. Vll 5R4 Phone 250-352-6665 Fax 250-352-9300 Toll Free in B.C. 1-800-268-7325 FILE NO. 1865-20-_ Contact Information: Note:Applicants are encouraged ta discuss theirproject with the applicable ROCK electedto officialprior submitting their gmnt application.

Organization/Society Name: D ate of Application Balfour Senior Citizens Ass :A r l 6 p i ,2021 Contact Name: Edith Lane Electoral Area/Member Municipality, g:RDCK Electoral Area: E Municipality:

Mailing Address:8435 Busk Rd. Payment Type: Box 79,Balfour,BC V0G1C0 D Electronic Fund Transfer � Mailed cheque

Phone Email: #:250-229-2204 Project/Service Description Please provide an overview of the project and/or serviceand how the funds will be used. (600 characters max.) Attach any supportingdocumentation such as engineeringreports, feasibility studies, and budgetdocuments. All applicantsmust submit their organization'slist of directorsshowing their respective executive positions, plus wera/1number of members. requestsGrant exceeding $5,000must be acrompaniedby yourorganization's most recentlyapproved financial statements ) .. We request $651.84 to cover yearly cost of WIFI for solar panels and programs. We would like to purchase a commercial dishwasher for health and safetyreasons. It uses 1/2 gal. of water per cycle & is energy star making it environmentally friendly. Our outdated present electrical needs updating & is a must for this unit. Without financial assistance this project is beyond seniors capabilities.

Grant Application: Total Grant Requested: Which funding criteria! objective does this project meet? $S,aag_22 I 0 Social r.7JEconomic � Environmental Other Funding Sources - Identify all sources of project fuil"dingand amounts. Both funds requested and received:

TheBaftMSoniofs.:nlodting toothef �bndingSOU'CeSbapprat. $ 1,00Q.OO tou9i:stlhaE!tai .. r-.dk>ccn1)1eatispro;gct. lheSeri:nwilPJnn11:1ocowringaryunl::noonOY9JfUfli::oQSbNl:prOjlld.

Previous Community Development Grants Received - Year and Amount: Unknown - new to the position of Secretary/Grant Co-Ordinator By submitting this application for the Community Development Grant, I confirm I am an authorized signatory of the recipient organization and I agree to the Community Development Grant Recipient Obligations detailed on page two of this application.

Edith Lane Signature Print Name

Authorization Signature of Area Director Total Grant Approved$ Signed by Email 5,889.22 Board Approved Date: Resolution #

386 4,485 Signed by Email

387 388 389 390

Ramona Faust, Director Electoral Area E

AREA E – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRANT APPLICATION

Date: march 25,2021

Organization ____Balfour and District Business and Historic Association ______

Executive Officers (if applicable):___Randy Zelonka Pres.______

Contact Person__Randy Zelonka______Phone No.______250- 229-2113______

Address_____Box 2 Balfour [email protected] ______Email:______

Proposal:___Funding to hire a part time coordinator to administer the ongoing work of the BDBHA and the local Historic comittee______

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Proposal Start Date:______april 01______End Date:___march 31 2021______

One Time? ______or Ongoing?______x__

Who and how many will it benefit?___50 members 1 coordinator_ 7 heritage volunteers, 7 BDBHA volunteers ______

What is the anticipated Economic Impact?______

Amount of financial aid requested?_____2x44x8x$22.50=$15,840.00 less ______

List other sources and amounts of funding and Budget for the Project:membership dues, sign advertising etc______

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State intended use of funds:_to hire a coordinator to assist association volunteers with grant applications tourism projects IE: ferry ambassador, website, inquiries from visitors ______

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Will this proposed activity be advertised and391 if so, how?______

How will the support from Area J EDC be recognized?_through website, any press releases ______

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All applicants are required to provide a general statement of income and expenses for the past fiscal year and a balanced budget for this year. Funds will be made out to the name of the committee, club or society that applied for the financial aid. Any monies received from Area E EDC must be expended on the grant proposal within one year from the date of receipt of funds. RDCK may request copies of all receipts.

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