Grant Writer
The Town of Smithers is pleased to announce our Grant Writer for 2013. Jennifer Hegan of Aspen Grove Consulting has accepted the position will be providing grant writing assistance to local community groups, non-profits and societies. If your group is in need of some grant writing expertise, you may contact Jennifer at (250) 846-5475. There is no charge to your group for this assistance being provided by the Town.
Recreation Programs
Find out more about the programs below by the Town of Smithers Recreation Department, on the Recreation Programs page.
To register online, please click here to go to our Rec-Online Registration Webpage or contact the Recreation Department via phone: 250.847.1600
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
*PLEASE NOTE: the New Summer Ranger Park Preschool Programs and New Summer Community Recreation Programs will be available on Wednesday, May 22, 2013.
NEW! PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES!
For ages 17 and up
Click here to view the information brochure
A MESSAGE FROM THE RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURE DEPARTMENT
Thank you Message, Registration Information, and the Smithers Civic Centre Arena
Click here to view the Message
NEW! SPRING - RANGER PARK PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Registration is on now.
Click here to view the information brochure.
NEW! SPRING COMMUNITY RECREATION PROGRAMS
Registration is on now.
Click here to view the information brochure. *Updated March 12, 2013 @ 4:21pm
Suggestions? Please contact the Recreation Department at 250.847.1600
Job Posting
The Town of Smithers currently has the following job posting available:
Competition #13-10 Senior Engineering Techincian
Call for Directors - Bulkley Valley Economic Development Association (BVEDA) - EXTENDED
The Town of Smithers is seeking interested individuals to be appointed as representatives of the Town on the Bulkley Valley Economic Development Association Board of Directors for terms of one to three years. All Directors shall be individuals who are ordinarily residents in the Bulkley Valley.
The purposes of this Association are:
• To promote and provide community economic development services in the Bulkley Valley;
• To promote the stabilization, stimulation and diversification of the economy in the Town of Smithers and Electoral Area A of the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako;
• To assist and support businesses and economic development organizations in the Town of Smithers and Electoral Area A of the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako;
• To market, promote, coordinate and manage all services described in the society’s purposes; and
• To do all other things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the purposes of the society.
Preferred qualifications include:
• A track record in business or organization development;
• Experience creating and/or vetting financial statements;
• Well established links to key organizations and individuals in the region;
• Be well respected in the community and be perceived as a leader; and
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and trust.
The application form can be obtained here Board of Directors - Bulkley Valley Economic Development Association Director Application Form or from Municipal Hall.
Interested individuals may submit an application by 4:00 pm on May 23, 2013 to:
Deborah Sargent
Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Smithers
1027 Aldous Street, Box 879
Smithers BC VOJ 2NO
Fax 250-847-1601
Download the Call for Directors pdf here.
Download the Board of Directos BVEDA Director Application pdf form here.
Airport Lands - Development Opportunity
Click here to view the "Airport Lands - Development Opportunity" webpage
Pubic Notice 2014, 2015 and 2016 Permissive Taxation Exemptions
Applications are now being accepted by Not-For-Profit Organizations, Charitable Organizations, Athletic or Service Clubs/Associations for permissive taxation exemptions for the 2014, 2015 and 2016 taxation years, in accordance with the new Permissive Taxation Exemption Policy adopted by Council in January 2013.
Not-For-Profit organizations, Charitable Organizations, Athletic or Service Clubs/Associations that have had permissive taxations in the past will have to apply; and Not-For-Profit organizations, Charitable Organizations, Athletic or Service Clubs/Associations organizations that have not had permissive taxation exemptions in the past are welcome to apply. Application forms must be fully completed in accordance with the requirements listed in the policy and on the application form.
The completed application form, along with required documentation, must be submitted to the Smithers Town Office at 1027 Aldous Street, Box 879, Smithers BC V0J 2N0 by the deadline of JUNE 30, 2013.
Council will review the Not-For-Profit organizations, Charitable Organizations, Athletic or Service Clubs/Associations applications over the summer and will make decisions as to 2014, 2015 and 2016 permissive taxation exemptions by September so that a new bylaw can be adopted by the end of October 2013.
Places of Worship, Private Schools, Certain Senior Care Facilities and Hospitals (that already are eligible for statutory taxation exemptions and that are in the Town’s current permissive taxation bylaw) will automatically be added to the Town’s new permissive taxation exemption bylaw and do not need to apply.
Copies of the Town’s Permissive Taxation Exemption Policy and the Permissive Taxation Exemption Application Form can be found on the Financial Services section of the Town’s website at www.smithers.ca. Copies of the Policy and the Application form are also available at the Smithers Town Office.
If you have any questions at about the application process; or questions as to whether your organization can, or should, apply, please contact Leslie Ford, Director of Finance, Smithers Town Office, at 250-847-1631.
Click here to view the pdf version of this Public Notice
Spring - Water Flushing Program
NOTICE TO ALL WATER USERS
The Town of Smithers Works and Operations Department will be conducting a Flushing Program beginning Monday, May 6, 2013 until approximately Friday, May 31, 2013.
One week prior to the Flushing Program beginning, chlorine will be added to the system in controlled quantities, to offset iron, bacteria, silts and other substances that have settled out of the water and become lodged in the distribution system. Users will probably be able to detect the taste or odour of this chlorine until approximately June 7th, 2013.
The quantity of chlorine injected into the system will not be allowed to exceed two milligrams per litre and will not be injurious to your health. This is a normal year-round chlorination dosage in many communities. Anyone finding this taste or odour objectionable will be able to quickly dissipate it by allowing a container of water to stand with the surface uncovered for a short time, or by boiling the water for a couple of minutes.
If, during the course of the flushing program, the water from your taps becomes coloured or dirty, please run taps continuously for a period of time, and you will find that the problem will clear up. Should that action not correct any problem with taste, colour or odour, contact the Town at 250-847-1649.
The Town would like to thank water users for their patience and co-operation during the Flushing Program. Our aim is to provide the community with the best quality of water possible.
Smithers New Arena Project - 2013
Council will be reviewing Report DEV 13-30 regarding the Smithers New Arena Design-Build Contract at its Regular Meeting to be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 1027 Aldous Street.
Click hre to view the report:
The Smithers Arena Tender is now closed.
Council invited the Public to attend the Let's Talk - Smithers New Arena Project held on Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at the Hudson Bay Lodge.
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Click here to view the Let's Talk Information Poster
Click to view the following documents:
- New Arena Design Build Contract #2013-02
- Smithers New Arena Project - Update No. 2 dated February 8, 2013
- Smithers New Arena Project - Update No. 1 dated February 1, 2013
- Smithers Multiplex Feasibility Study, 2010 - Part 1 & Part 2
- New Arena Schematic Design Report, 2012 (edited version)
- Smithers New Arena - 2004 Business Case
Smithers Arena Schedule & Calendar of Events
2013 Arena Schedule:
The arena ice season is finished midnight March 27th
Public Skating Schedule:
Last day for public skating is Thursday March 21
Last day for lunch hour shinny hockey is March 27
The rink re-opens August 8, 2013
If you would like to rent ice time in March or in the new season (August 2013 onwards), please contact the Department of Recreation, Parks and Culture.
If you would like to rent the arena surface during the off season (April-July), please contact the Department of Recreation, Parks and Culture.
Calendar of Events:
April 26 & 27 - 2013 Northwest Trade Expo, hosted by the Smithers and District Chamber of Commerce
Click to find out more information about the Civic Arena.
Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) Report 2012
The following Report meets the Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) requirements to publicly report the work the local government is undertaking to reduce both corporate and community-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the current year and intended actions for the following year.
Visit the Climate Action Charter website here.
Click for more information, on the Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program (CARIP) Report 2012.
Smithers Airport Promotional Video
Notice to All Builders & Developers - Building Setbacks
The Town's Zoning Bylaw specifies the required building setbacks from the property lines. Due to recent building setback errors during construction, the Town of Smithers will be strictly enforcing the following sections from the Building Bylaw No. 1673:
9. Applications for Complex Buildings
9.1.3.3 Location and dimensions of all statutory rights of way, easements and setback requirements;
10. Applications for Standard Buildings
10.1.3.3 Location and dimensions of all statutory rights of way, easements and setback requirements;
17. Inspections
17.4.2 Prior to placing any concrete for the footings or foundations, the owner or authorized agent shall notify the building official and request a site visit to document the various aspects of the foundation and where in the opinion of the building official, the siting regulations may be contravened, the owner shall provide a site plan per 9.1.3 or 10.1.3.
For clarification, the site plan noted above must be provided with all building permit applications. The Building Inspector will not require a second site plan be provided, but may require that a legal surveyor or qualified professional perform a site visit to confirm the foundation wall formwork is not encroaching into required yard setbacks from the property lines. In these cases, approval to proceed with pouring the concrete foundation wall will not be given until the setbacks are confirmed. In the case of preserved wood foundations, the setbacks must be confirmed similarly, before the Building Inspector approves further construction.
Mark Allen, P.Eng.
Director of Development Services
Mandatory Garbage Carts - FAQ
Click here to obtain more information regarding the Mandatory Residential Garbage Carts.
For further information, please contact the Municipal Office at 847-1600, or the Works and Operations Department at 847-1649.
Holiday Garbage Collection
Please click here to view the Holiday Garbage Collection Schedule webpage.
Cycling Friendly Community Task Force Results
Results of the Cycling Friendly Community Task Force
At its Strategic Priorities session held on June 19-20, Council identified the creation of a Cycling Friendly Community Task Force to increase the cycling friendliness of the Town of Smithers as a top corporate priority. Goals of the Task Force were to:
1. Recommend strategies and actions to increase the cycling friendliness of Smithers that can be implemented in 2013, including budget items to be considered in the 2013 budget process.
2. Recommend longer term actions to increase the cycling friendliness of Smithers that can be implemented in the next 3-5 years.
The Task Force met 4 times during September and October. The completion of group brainstorming, a bike tour/audit and creation of a "Cycling Hotspot Map" set the foundation for which the recommendations and "Smithers Bike Route Map" are based. The Task Force's recommendations are broken down into 4 key areas:
1. Bike Racks: Replace existing bike racks with functionally designed bike racks that promote year round cycling as well as increase the number of bike racks in town.
2. Signage: Provide clear, positive signs at strategic locations across the local bike network to ensure route connectivity and to improve overall safety.
3. Designated Bike Routes: Create designated bike routes that are well connected, convenient, easily recognizable and safe. Expand the Town's existing network of multi-use pathways.
4. Education and Promotion: Educate both cyclists and drivers on proper road etiquette and the benefits of using bicycles for everyday transport. Create a recognizable "bike friendly" Smithers brand.
On October 30th, 2012 the Task Force presented its recommendations to Council for consideration. It is up to Council whether or not to proceed with the recommendations.
Documents:
1. Final Recommendations to Council
2. Bike Route Map
3. Hot Spot Map
CYCLING FRIENDLY COMMUNITY TASK FORCE
At its Regular Meeting held August, 28, 2012, Council established the Cycling Friendly Community Task Force.
The Task Force purpose is to move forward the use of cycling as a viable form and option of transportation for the general public. The Task Force is to create actions/ recommendations for Council consideration, including potential budget items for the 2013 Budget process. The Task Force is to address the infrastructure and the network needed, road safety education, as well as social marketing programs to promote cycling as an option of transport within Smithers. The Scope of Work is limited to actions/ improvements/recommendations within the Town boundaries.
Community members are encouraged to provide input to the Task Force members on how to make Smithers a more Cycling Friendly Community.
The Task Force is made up of seven individuals from the community:
- Barbara Barker
- Theresa deGroot
- Ellen Hanson
- Anne Havard
- Peter Krause
- Bob Mitchell
- Dave Turko
Council Liaison:
- Mayor Taylor Bachrach
- Councillor Phil Brienesse
Advisory Members:
- Alison Walker, Planner
- Andrew Hillaby, Director of Recreation, Parks, and Culture
Terms of Reference:
Please click here to view the Terms of Reference.
Smithers Community Profile
Now available, Smithers' Community Profile, for access to a wealth of information on the community's labour market, employers, land availability, taxation, and infrastructure. Click here to view the 2012 Smithers Community Profile.
2011 Annual Report
Click here to view the 2011 - Town of Smithers Annual Report
Apply for your Home Owner’s Grant here
The Provincial Home Owner Grant is designed to help homeowners reduce their property taxes. You can apply for your Homeowners Grant thru the E-HOG link here.
Open Burning
The Smithers Fire Department would like to remind residents that the Town of Smithers Open Burning Bylaw No. 1155 prohibits any open burning of domestic waste materials, garden refuse, garbage, land clearing or noxious materials.
For more information, please contact the Fire Department @ 250-847-2015.
Reduce - Reuse - Recycle
It's not garbage if it can be reused, repaired, recycled or composted
Although the Town of Smithers does not do residential recycling pickup, there are many organizations in the Town of Smithers that do help with reuse, repair and recycling of items that are no longer needed.
Click here to view: Town of Smithers - Garbage Collection Webpage, Town of Smithers Recycling Webpage
In BC there is currently a 'Product Stewardship Program'. The Product Stewardship model is comprised of several key players working together to ensure that products no longer being used by consumers are managed in an environmentally responsible manner.
Products covered by the Industry Product Stewardship Program:
British Columbia's Recycling Handbook - A simple guide to what can be recycled under BC's Stewardship Program (http://www.return-it.ca/ips/index.html)
TOWN OF SMITHERS RECYCLE PARTICIPANTS
Antifreeze
- Ok Tire Store - 3911 Hwy 16 - 250-847-4478
Appliances
- Large (freezers, fridges, stoves)
Smithers/Telkwa Transfer Station - 6050 Donaldson Road - 250-846-6805
Hours of Operation - Open: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm., Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Closed: Statutory Holidays - Small Appliance Recycling Program
Bulkley Valley Bottle Depot (www.encorp.ca) - 3318 Victoria Drive - 250-847-3416
Unplugged website - a listing of all accepted small residential appliances (http://www.unpluggedrecycling.ca/)
Batteries - (http://www.call2recycle.ca/)
- Automobile: Smithers/Telkwa Transfer Station - 6050 Donaldson Road
- Rechargeable: Totem Audio - 1276 Main Street - 250-847-4722
Glacier View Satellite - 1215 Main Street - 250-847-4499
Beverage Containers including Milk
- Bulkley Valley Bottle Depot (www.encorp.ca) - 3318 Victoria Drive - 250-847-3416
- Smithers & Area Recycling Society - 2880 Tatlow Road - 250-847-8944
Cardboard & Paper
- Smithers & Area Recycling Society - 2880 Tatlow Road - 250-847-8944
Cell Phones - (http://rcbc.bc.ca/events/waste-reduction-week/recyclemycell)
- Totem Audio - 1276 Main Street - 250-847-4722G
- Glacier View Satellite - 1215 Main Street - 250-847-4499
Clothing (including sports & blankets)
- New to You (Hospital Auxiliary) 3688 Broadway Avenue - 250-847-2424
- Salvation Army - 1065 Main Street - 250-847-1501
Computer Equipment
- Bulkley Valley Bottle Depot (www.encorp.ca) - 3318 Victoria Drive - 250-847-3416
Electronics (including cameras & stereos) (http://www.esabc.ca/cfm/index.cfm)
- Bulkley Valley Bottle Depot (www.encorp.ca) - 3318 Victoria Drive - 250-847-3416
- Electronics Stewardship Association of BC (http://www.esabc.ca)
Flammables (including gasoline)
- Smithers/Telkwa Transfer Station - 6050 Donaldson Road - 250-846-6805
Fluorescent Bulbs
- Smithers Lumber Yard - 3528 Hwy 16 E. - 250-847-2246
Furniture (in good condition)
- New To You (Hospital Auxiliary) - 3688 Broadway Avenue - 250-847-2424
- Salvation Army - 1065 Main Street - 250-847-1501
Grass Clippings & Leaves
- Smithers/Telkwa Transfer Station - 6050 Donaldson Road - 250-846-6805
- Town of Smithers - Public Works Yard - 2888 19th Avenue - 250-847-1649
Ink Cartridges
- Glacier View Satellite - 1215 Main Street - 250-847-4499
- Speedy/Interior Stationery - 1156 Main Street - 250-847-9712
Medications (http://www.medicationsreturn.ca/british_columbia_en.php)
- Pharmasave #034 - 1211 Main Street - 250-847-8750
- Pharmasave #105 - 3752 Fourth Avenue - 250-847-4474
- Safeway Food & Drugs #144 - 3664 Hwy 16 - 250-847-4744
- Shoppers Drug Mart #2257- 1235 Main Street - 250-847-2288
Motor Oil, Filters & Containers (http://www.usedoilrecycling.com/en/bc/returncollectionfacilities)
- Canadian Tire - 3221 Hwy 16 - 250-847-3117
- Glacier Toyota - 3187 Tatlow Road - 250-847-9302
Paint, Pesticides, Propane Tanks, Flammable Liquids (www.productcare.org)
- Smithers/Telkwa Transfer Station - 6050 Donaldson Road - 250-846-6805
Hours of Operation - Open: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm., Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Closed: Statutory Holidays
Trees & Branches
- Smithers/Telkwa Transfer Station - 6050 Donaldson Road - 250-846-6805
Hours of Operation - Open: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm., Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Closed: Statutory Holidays
Tires - (http://www.tirestewardshipbc.ca/)
- Kal Tire - 4320 Hwy 16 - 250-847-2665
- OK Tire - 3911 Hwy 16 - 250-847-4478
- Tatlow Tire - 3668 Tatlow Road - 250-847-3286
- All Seasons Automotive - 3829 Hwy 16 - 250-847-9428
Thermostats
- Information site http://switchthestat.ca/eng/index.php
WEBSITES FOR COMMON RECYCEABLES
British Columbia Product Stewardship Council http://www.bcproductstewardship.org/general/mission.php
Canadian Electrical Stewardship Association - http://www.cesarecycling.ca/
Call to Recycle - http://www.call2recycle.org/
BC Ministry of Environment Recycling - http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/recycling/
Product Care - "Product Stewardship Solutions" - http://www.productcare.org/
Recycling Council of British Columbia - http://rcbc.bc.ca/recyclepedia
Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako http://www.rdbn.bc.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=403:recycling-brochures&catid=133&Itemid=498
Stewardship Agencies of British Columbia - http://bcstewards.com/
