The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) today reported that construction at the Elko boat access take-out on the Elk River above the dam is…
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High streamflow advisory remains for region
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) this afternoon provided an update on the weather/spring freshet front. Environment Canada has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch…
RDEK flood watch update
The following is an update from the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) regarding high water activity. The BC River Forecast Centre (RFC) has downgraded…
RDEK Board Highlights
The following is a synopsis of what occurred during the Jan. 8 Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board of directors’ meeting. Funding application to…
RDEK seeks in-stream work permit to aid water supply
As properties in the Baynes Lake area continue to struggle with decreasing water supply issues, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is looking at…
More than enough energy with FSS students
By Mary Giuliano There are some great teachers in our schools and one of those is Grade 9 class teacher Roxane Esch of Fernie Secondary…
Elk Valley Trail (Trans Canada) Update
By Robert Champagne While most of us in the Elk Valley were staying warm and dry through our wet autumn, deep in the woods all…
RDEK Board Highlights
Fairmont Creek Debris Flow Mitigation Engineering Contract awarded The Engineering Contract for Phases two and three of the Fairmont Creek Debris Flow Mitigation Project was…
Elk Valley Trail progressing well
Thanks to favourable weather and the hard work of many individuals, the development of Elk Valley Trail (Trans Canada Trail) progresses well. What follows are…
Elko dam project on indefinite hold
Regional District of East Kootenay Electoral Area B Director Stan Doehle reported May 6 that upgrade work to the Elko Dam has been put on…