Recreation Fees and Charges Update
The Town of Smithers is updating Schedule G of Bylaw No. 1941 – Fees and Charges (Recreation Fees and Charges) for 2025-2027. Recreation fees are reviewed on a three-year cycle to ensure they reflect rates in similar-sized communities and align with cost recovery practices. Proposed updates include a 3% annual fee increase to support these goals. These updates are required to take effect before the seasonal opening of Town fields, parks, and the Riverside Municipal Campground.
For the remaining 2024/2025 winter season, arena fees will remain unchanged. The updated fees will apply to all Town-owned recreation facilities including fields, ball diamonds, park use, Town meeting spaces, and Riverside Campground.
Community Feedback & Timeline
The Town is inviting feedback on the proposed recreation fee updates. Written feedback can be submitted to front@smithers.ca before 1:00 PM on Tuesday, February 4, or the public may provide comments during the three-minute speaking period at the February 11th Regular Council Meeting.
Key Dates:
- January 29 – February 11 – Public input period
- February 11 – First reading of the updated Fees and Charges Bylaw
- February 18 – Second and third readings
- February 25 – Adoption of the bylaw
View the supporting documents:
- COM 25-007 Recreation Fees and Charges Bylaw Update Council Report
- Bylaw No. 1941 – Fees and Charges
- Recreation Fees and Charges Municipality Comparison
The Town is also updating Development Services Fees and Charges in the same Bylaw. These fees include:
- Development Services/Engineering Fees
- Sign Permit Fees
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station Fees
Key dates for the Development Services Fees and Charges updates are the same as the above Recreation Fees and Charges. View more information here.