Tag Archives: District of Sparwood Mayor Lois Halko

Crossroads abattoir proposal clears major hurdle

The establishment of an abattoir near the Invermere crossroads took a step forward May 3 when the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board of directors voted against the weight of public sentiment and the wishes of the local director. … > Read More

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Transportation Minister praises CPR, Teck for aiding B.C.’s economy

The Elk Valley remains a vital cog in British Columbia’s and Canada’s economy. That was one of the messages delivered in Sparwood by B.C. Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Blair Lekstrom, July 25, following a tour of the Fording River … > Read More

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