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Annual water restrictions are in effect. There are 4 stages of water restrictions – more info can be found on the page Water Conservation Bylaw and Water Restrictions.

Hello Texada!  Here are some notes on recent events:

Thanks to Rick and Lindy for their generous donation!

OPEN BURNING BAN: Van Anda’s annual open burning ban is in effect from May 15 until October 15. Burning barrels included.

WATER LINE REPAIRS: Columbia leak ...

MOTI Texada Drainage Report (2024)

Parsons was retained by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) of British Columbia to undertake engineering services for a drainage study on Texada Island. The purpose of the study was to assess the condition and vulnerability of six priority areas, which cover culvert ...

Van Anda’s annual open burning ban is in effect from May 15 until October 15. Burning barrels included.

Stage 2 Water Restrictions are in effect.

• Watering is limited to one hour per area and to be done ...

Hello Texada!  Here are some notes on recent events:

Thank you, Austin Rycroft, for your years of service and we wish you the best in your future endeavors. We welcome Trevor Morrison as VAID’s Operator-in-Training.

For water emergencies, phone Water Operator Marianne Segers at 604-315-1363

Thank you to those who attended the AGM on Apr 20 at the Legion.

Congratulations to Jane Waterman and Philip Tidd for continuing with another 3-year term as Trustees.

Here are the draft minutes including reports presented.

Next regular meeting is scheduled for ...

Agenda

Draft 2023 Financial Statements

Trustee Candidate Package

More information about Trustee responsibilities can be found here.

Sat April 20, 2024 @ 9:30 am

VAID’s AGM will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 232 on Legion Rd in Van Anda.

We have two 3-year trustee terms available for election. After nominations, candidates will be requested to give a brief statement and ...

Hello Texada!  Here are some notes from our last meeting, held March 13^th

WATER LINE REPAIRS: A substantial leak on Earl St. resulted in our Water Treatment Plant going into alarm in the wee hours of the morning. A special THANK-YOU to Sylvia Praught and Ken Soles whose assistance and ...

Hello Texada! Here are some notes from our last meeting, held February 14th
WINTER WATER USE: Please continue to check for leaks that can develop after freeze/thaw cycles. We encourage you to insulate your outdoor water lines in lieu of letting water continue to run. More information is available at vananda-id.ca/winter
WATER LINE ...

There will be a 2 hour water outage this afternoon (Tues Feb 6) for connections from Smelter Ave, including Blewett and Gracemere.

This outage is necessary for the lower Blewett line replacement. Please contact the office if you need more information 604-486-7305.

Hello Texada!  Here are some notes from our last meeting, held Jan 14.

THANK YOU to all who have paid their annual invoices promptly!

WINTER WATER USE has increased considerably. Please check for leaks that can develop after freeze/thaw cycles, especially in outside fixtures. We are aware ...

Van Anda Improvement District has issued a WATER QUALITY ADVISORY

The Environmental Health Officer has recommended a water quality advisory for within the Van Anda Improvement District. This is not a Boil Water Notice.

Those with health concerns may wish to follow the guidelines of the Boil ...

VAID’s trustees and employees wish to acknowledge the immense contribution Walter Gussman made to the continued development of our water system. His knowledge, insight and expertise helped us through several challenges over many years. His recent passing has affected many in our community and beyond. He will be truly missed.

Hello Texada!  Here are a few notes from our last regular board meeting, held Nov 15^th.

WATER: Testing for residential leaks is well underway and several leaks have been detected. Testing is performed by measuring the water pressure where the water enters the house, while no water is being used. ...