Category: General Notices

Community Meeting: Thurs June 25 – 4 PM at the Legion

Community Meeting: Thurs June 25 – 4 PM at the Legion

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VAID Meter Project – Community Update (June 2026)

Community Meeting: June 25, 2026 – 4:00 PM, Royal Canadian Legion, Van Anda

The Van Anda Improvement District (VAID) is holding a community meeting on June 25 at 4:00 PM at the Legion to provide an update on the Meter Project, future billing options, and how residents will access their personal water use data. This report summarizes the information that will be presented and is being shared in advance so residents can review the key points.

Download the report

System Consumption Alert – Water Usage Critical – UPDATED

System Consumption Alert – Water Usage Critical – UPDATED

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*Pump hours have dropped back to usual levels after identifying leaks on private property.* (updated Jun 5)

We are currently operating at or near maximum water production capacity, with the pump running continuously (close to 24 hours per day).

Please help us manage demand by keeping an eye out for any potential leaks. If you have recently activated an automatic watering or irrigation system, we strongly encourage you to inspect it carefully for leaks or inefficiencies.

Your cooperation is essential in helping us maintain a reliable water supply for everyone. Thank you for your support.

TOTAL FIRE BAN: including campfires

TOTAL FIRE BAN: including campfires

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TOTAL FIRE BAN: including campfires

With the extremely dry conditions, all open burning is prohibited until further notice.

This includes: • Fireworks • Binary exploding targets • Sky lanterns • Wood‑fired hot tubs, pizza ovens, or any wood‑fired device unless it’s vented through a proper flue inside a building • Burn barrels or burn cages • Controlled‑air incinerators • Air‑curtain burners • Carbonizers

Annual General Meeting – Saturday, April 18 at 9:30 AM

Annual General Meeting – Saturday, April 18 at 9:30 AM

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Our ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held on Saturday, April 18th at 9:30am at the Royal Canadian Legion in Van Anda.

This is your opportunity to hear updates on VAID operations, water system projects, and financial results for 2025.

If you believe changes are needed or want to understand how decisions are made, come to the AGM. Your voice matters.

This year, two Trustee positions are open for election.
If you — or someone you know — would like to help guide the future of our water system and community resources, we encourage you to step forward.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Road Closure Notice – Columbia Street – Wed January 14th 2026

Road Closure Notice – Columbia Street – Wed January 14th 2026

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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.

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