Water Quality Advisory LIFTED
In consultation with the Environmental Health Officer, the Water Quality Advisory has been lifted.
03 February, 2026
Newsletter Feb 2026
Van Anda Improvement District – Community Update
Thank you to everyone in our community for staying engaged and informed. We’d like to share a few important updates and reminders.
Court of Revision
Saturday, February 7, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Court of Revision provides an opportunity for Trustees to hear and resolve concerns related to Parcel Tax assessments and other related matters.
An appointment is not required, but booking one in advance will help speed up the process.
To make an appointment or to get more information: phone 604-486-7035 or email contact@vananda-id.ca
Invoices Reminder
If you have not yet received your annual invoice, please contact the office so we can ensure your account information is up to date.
2026 Rate Increase Report
This is a reminder that a detailed report on the 2026 rate increase is available. vananda-id.ca/2026-water-rate-update/
The report explains the reasons for the increase, including rising operational costs and steps being taken to improve fairness and long-term affordability. Thank you to those who have already taken the time to review it.
Meter Project Update
The water meter project continues to make good progress. More meters are now installed, tested, and online, helping us better understand system use and losses. This work is an important step toward improved efficiency, leak detection, and fairer billing in the future.
Contact Us
If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out: 604-486-7035 or contact@vananda-id.ca
For water emergencies, phone 1-672-882-9901
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support as we work to improve water services for the Van Anda community.
WATER QUALITY ADVISORY
The Van Anda Improvement District has issued a WATER QUALITY ADVISORY
The Environmental Health Officer has recommended a water quality advisory within the Van Anda Improvement District. Please note, this is not a Boil Water Notice.
Those with health concerns may wish to follow the guidelines of the Boil Water Notice, which states that water should be boiled for two minutes prior to consumption.
All residents are requested to notify their immediate neighbours who may be unaware of the water quality advisory, especially those with health concerns.
Any questions may be directed to the Administrator at contact@vananda-id.ca or phone 604-486-7035
Date of Advisory: January 30, 2026
Partial Water Outage – Columbia St – January 15th
Attention Residents:
There will be a partial water outage affecting the following area(s):
- Columbia Street between Van Anda Ave and Smelter Ave
Date: (correction)Thursday January 15th, 2026
Time: (correction) 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (approx. 3 hours)
This outage is necessary to perform the installation of new connections to the water main to facilitate water meters.
There may be temporary, harmless discolouration of the water.
Water service should resume promptly after the work is completed.
Please plan accordingly and have sufficient water on hand for essential needs.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Road Closure Notice – Columbia Street – Wed January 14th 2026
Columbia St. will be closed to all traffic between Van Anda Avenue and Smelter Avenue starting Wednesday morning January 14th., 2026
The work is expected to be completed by Wednesday afternoon, but the closure may extend into Thursday morning, January 15th., 2026 if required.
Key Details
- Preliminary works: Vacuum excavation will begin Tuesday January 13th. Please use caution when driving in the area.
- Location: Columbia St (between Van Anda Ave and Smelter Ave)
- Closure Period: Begins Wednesday morning; may last until Thursday morning
- Access: No through traffic permitted during closure
- Detours: Please use alternate routes around the closure zone
We appreciate your patience and cooperation while this work is carried out.