Sunshine Coast Regional District
1975 Field Rd V0N 3A1 Sechelt, BC, Canada

Transit passengers in Powell River and the Sunshine Coast will soon see buses equipped with full driver doors designed to protect the health and safety of BC Transit operators. http://ow.ly/R3W050BLbap

This week the Green Bin makes its debut! Put your Green Bin and garbage can out on the morning of collection by 8am to make sure you aren’t missed for collection. Next week, it’s Green Bin only; garbage is collected every other week. www.scrd.ca/curbside-food

Due to required bridge maintenance, the Blue trail at Cliff Gilker Park will be closed from October 6 to 9 from the junction with the Grey trail (near the B&K Rd) to the junction with the Red trail. Thank you from the SCRD Parks Division.

SCRD PORTS - GAMBIER HARBOUR DOCK UPDATE Inspections of the float and dolphins were completed on October 1 with further work October 2. Temporary measures to stabilize the float have been put in place. Pending a further inspection early next week and posting of signage, SCRD expects to be able to open the float for limited service. A notice will be issued when the gangway/float is reopened. SCRD will provide more information about repairs as it becomes available. ... Thank you for your patience and understanding during this service disruption. SCRD PORTS DIVISON 604-885-6800 https://www.scrd.ca/docks--ports-overview

This week the Green Bin makes its debut! Put your Green Bin and garbage can out on the morning of your collection day by 8am to make sure you aren’t missed. Next week, it’s Green Bin only; garbage is collected every other week. Remember no plastics, even if it is stamped compostable. You can use paper bags to contain food waste, or it can be placed loose in the bin. For collection information: www.scrd.ca/curbside-schedule

It's Fire Prevention Week! Cooking is one of the leading causes of home fires and home fire injuries in BC. Learn about the simple but important things you can do to keep yourself and those around you safe from fire in your kitchen and home. https://www.nfpa.org/fpw

This year, Fire Prevention Week (October 4 to 10, 2020) aims to educate people about the simple but important things they can do to keep themselves and those around them safe from fire in their kitchens and homes. https://www.nfpa.org/fpw

The weekly pick up Green Bin program begins next week. Garbage will be collected every other week. Sign up for the SCRD Collects app for notifications and garbage collection date reminders on your phone. https://www.scrd.ca/curbside-food

Effective TODAY - October 1 - all water conservation regulations are lifted. Regulations are put in place from May 1 to September 30 in order to conserve water and meet high demand during hot and dry summer months. The SCRD would like to thank the community for being diligent in conserving water this summer. ... Thank you!

The October Coast Current is here! What's inside? Information about transit service changes, the launch of the Green Bin program, how to be fire safe in the kitchen, and much more! Read all about it here: https://bit.ly/36mVJAD

SCRD Ports Update Gambier Harbour Float September 30, 2020 The shoreward main float was damaged in the storm on September 25. SCRD staff and contractors are working to assess the extent of damage to the facility and develop repair options. Next step is to have a contractor conduct an assessment of the facility, including underwater dive inspection, to help inform next steps. ... The Gambier Harbour Dock facility will remain closed to moorage until further notice. Alternate public docks are available at West Bay and New Brighton. An update will be provided when more information is available. Please contact the SCRD Ports Division at 604-885-6800 if you require further information. www.scrd.ca/docks--ports-overview

BC Transit and the Sunshine Coast Regional District are informing customers of a seasonal service change effective October 13, 2020 in the Sunshine Coast Transit System. Starting Tuesday, October 13, transit users in the Sunshine Coast will see adjusted service schedules on all routes to align with BC Ferries seasonal schedule changes. For more information, visit the Schedules and Maps page or view the new Rider's Guide. https://www.bctransit.com/sunshine-coast/home

Effective October 1, 2020, mattresses will once again be accepted at the Pender Harbour Transfer Station. Due to COVID 19, customers will be required to stack their mattresses inside the shipping container without the help of staff. Thank you for understanding.