Seasonal fire restrictions within the Improvement District remain in place until October 15. Backyard burning, refuse burning, and similar activities are not permitted. Small campfires are currently permitted unless a provincial fire prohibition or local total fire ban is issued. Thank you to everyone for continuing to follow these requirements and helping reduce wildfire risk in our community.

Noticeable Results from Leak & Usage Notices

As more water meters come online, the benefits of improved monitoring are becoming clear. With 150 of the community’s 238 meters now fully activated and providing hourly data, leak and high-usage notices have resulted in a reduction of approximately 26,660 US gallons (101 m³) per day. This is a significant achievement considering the community’s average daily water production during August was 76,665 US gallons (290 m³) per day. Thank you to all residents who responded promptly to notices and took steps to address leaks or unusual water use. Your efforts are helping conserve water, extend system capacity, and improve overall reliability.

Water Restrictions Lifted

Seasonal water restrictions ended September 30. These rules apply at all times:

• Fix leaks and don’t let taps, hoses, or appliances run unnecessarily.
• Use only the amount of water needed for the task — avoid over‑watering lawns and gardens.
• Hoses must have an automatic shut‑off nozzle.
• Vehicles, boats, windows, and outdoor surfaces may only be washed using a container or a hose with a shut‑off nozzle.

Meter Project Update

Activation of several remaining meters was delayed due to seasonal cellular network congestion. Initial meter activation requires a strong and consistent signal, which was not always available during peak summer demand. Conditions have now improved, and the remaining meters are expected to be fully online within the next few weeks. We appreciate everyone’s patience as this important project moves toward completion.

Volunteer Fire Department Recruitment

The Van Anda Volunteer Fire Department continues to seek new members. Maintaining a strong volunteer roster is important not only for emergency response but also for supporting the community’s fire protection rating, which can influence home insurance costs. If you are interested in serving your community, learning valuable emergency response skills, and becoming part of a dedicated team, please contact Fire Chief Mark Robert for more information.

Contact Info

604‑486‑7035 – contact@vananda-id.ca – vananda-id.ca

WATER EMERGENCY: 1‑672‑882‑9901

Fire Chief Mark Robert – 604‑414‑9662 – firechief@vananda.ca

FIRE EMERGENCY: 9‑1‑1

For the first time on record, our system averaged 13 pump hours per day through July. This is a major operational achievement and reflects both strong system performance and continued conservation efforts across the community. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible — it’s a milestone worth celebrating.

Leak & Usage Notices

Leak and high‑usage notices are being issued as more meter data comes online. Early responses have already reduced unnecessary demand and prevented several potential service issues. Your cooperation continues to make a real difference.

Meter Project Update

The physical installation portion of the Meter Project is now very close to completion. Final onboarding and activation work continues, with individual customer access expected once Neptune 360 is fully online. We appreciate everyone’s patience as we move into the final stages.

Fire Vigilance

Thank you to all residents for maintaining fire vigilance during ongoing high‑risk conditions. Your awareness and quick reporting help protect the entire community.

Fire Trailer Outfitting

The fire trailer continues to be prepared for rapid response and is currently being outfitted with shelving, hooks, and brackets. Once complete, it will be stocked with a variety of firefighting equipment to support organized and efficient deployment during emergencies. This upgrade will significantly improve readiness.

Volunteer Fire Department Recruitment The Van Anda Volunteer Fire Department is seeking new members. If you’re interested in serving your community and gaining emergency response skills, please reach out to Fire Chief Mark Robert for details.

Contact Info

604‑486‑7035 – contact@vananda-id.ca – vananda-id.ca

WATER EMERGENCY: 1‑672‑882‑9901

Fire Chief Mark Robert – 604‑414‑9662 – firechief@vananda.ca

FIRE EMERGENCY: 9‑1‑1

Texada Island remains under a complete fire ban due to ongoing high‑risk conditions. Please continue to stay alert and help reduce wildfire risk in our community.

Welcome to Our New Assistant Water Operator

We are pleased to welcome Shawn Rachkowski to the VAID team as Assistant Water Operator. Shawn will be supporting daily operations, system maintenance, and the ongoing meter installation program.

Water Meter Project Update

The meter pilot project remains on track for substantial completion in August. Most meters are installed and Neptune 360 onboarding continues, with additional units being prepared for activation. Individual access to meter data will be available once all meters are online — expected in September, pending final installations and system activation.

Stage 2 Water Restrictions

Stage 2 water restrictions remain in effect, as is typical for this time of year. Limiting outdoor water use helps manage summer demand and protects system capacity during peak season. Thank you to all residents who continue to follow the guidelines.

Thank You for Leak Repairs, Usage Adjustments & Reporting

We appreciate residents who have repaired leaks on private property, adjusted their water use after being notified of high consumption, and reported leaks or other system concerns. These actions make a measurable difference and help maintain reliable service for the whole community.

Volunteer Fire Department Recruitment

The Van Anda Volunteer Fire Department is seeking new members. If you’re interested in serving your community, gaining emergency response skills, and supporting local safety, please reach out to Fire Chief Mark Robert for details.

Contact Info

604 486 7035 – contact@vananda-id.ca – vananda-id.ca – WATER EMERGENCY: 1 672 882 9901

Fire Chief: Mark Robert –604-414-9662 –firechief@vananda.ca – FIRE EMERGENCY: 9-1-1

A complete fire ban remains in effect due to Texada Island’s unique conditions. Please stay vigilant and do your part to reduce wildfire risk in our community.

Fire Fighting Equipment Upgrades

We are pleased to share that recent CEPF grant funding has strengthened our wildfire response capacity. New equipment includes an additional forestry pump and portable water tank, wildfire-suited protective gear, as well as hoses, radios, a thermal imaging device, and specialized tools. We have also purchased a cargo trailer that will be stocked with firefighting essentials and ready for rapid deployment when needed. These upgrades support safer and more effective response efforts.

Stage 2 Water Restrictions Begin July 1

Stage 2 water restrictions will take effect starting July 1 to help manage summer demand and protect system capacity. Key measures include:

• Lawn watering limited to one hour, once per week.
• No watering during daytime peak heat hours
• Restrictions on non-essential outdoor water use such as outside surface washing

These steps are necessary to ensure reliable water supply during the high-demand season. Details at vananda-id.ca/water-restrictions/

Water Meter Project

Thank you to everyone who attended the June 25 public meeting on water meter project updates. We appreciate all engagement from the community.
Meeting notes and materials are now available on our website for those who were unable to attend or would like to review the information.

System Improvements and Reduced Usage

We would like to thank residents who have taken action to identify and fix leaks. Your efforts are making a measurable difference.
Following outreach in early June—when water production was nearing system capacity—to four residences with very high usage, overall production dropped by approximately half. This reduction occurred even though the meter installation program is only about halfway complete, highlighting the impact of increased awareness and early monitoring.

Contact Info

604 486 7035 – contact@vananda-id.ca – vananda-id.ca – WATER EMERGENCY: 1 672 882 9901

Fire Chief: Mark Robert –604-414-9662 –firechief@vananda.ca – FIRE EMERGENCY: 9-1-1

A complete fire ban is now in effect due to increasing fire danger across the region. This includes backyard burning, burn barrels, and all open fires.

We extend our thanks to all the Texada Island volunteer firefighters for their continued work as conditions dry out. Please follow all restrictions and remain vigilant to help keep the community safe.

Are you interested in joining your local volunteer Fire Department? Please contact Fire Chief Mark Robert at 604-414-9662 for more information

Water Meter Project – Progress and System Improvements                

The water meter installation project continues to move forward. As of mid May, 178 meters have been installed, with 56 remaining across both Davis Ventures and VAID crews. Although the project is running slightly behind schedule, substantial completion is now expected in August.

The project is already producing benefits. Several leaks have been identified through meter data and field work, allowing repairs that reduce unnecessary water loss and improve system efficiency.

Public Information Meeting – Late June

A public meeting will be held near the end of June to present metered billing options, explain how the system will work, and answer questions from property owners.

The confirmed date and details will be posted on the website as soon as they are finalized.

Water Use Rising – Please Be Prudent

Water use is increasing as we move into summer. Summer long weekends are historically one of the highest demand periods of the year.

While consumption remains lower following leak repairs completed in early 2025, we ask everyone to be especially mindful of water use during peak weekends to help maintain system stability.

Call for Contractors

The District continues to seek qualified contractors for upcoming small-scale infrastructure and maintenance work. This periodic call is part of our commitment to fairness and transparency, and is not a reflection on the performance of our current contractors, with whom we remain very satisfied. Interested contractors are encouraged to contact the office for details on current and future opportunities.

Contact Info

Office: 604 486 7035

Email: contact@vananda-id.ca

Website: vananda-id.ca

WATER EMERGENCY: 1 672 882 9901

A reminder that the backyard burn ban begins May 15, the same date that Stage 1 water restrictions come into effect.

Stage 1 water restrictions mean:

• Odd‑numbered houses may water on odd‑numbered days
• Even‑numbered houses may water on even‑numbered days
• Lawn watering is allowed once per week
• Filling or adding water to a swimming pool, hot tub, garden pond, or decorative fountain is permitted only between noon and 4 p.m.

Please be aware that the long weekend at the beginning of June is typically the highest water‑use period of the year. In some past years, system demand was so high that the water treatment plant had to be bypassed. While overall consumption remains lower following leak repairs completed in early 2025, we ask everyone to remain mindful of water use during these peak days.

The water meter project continues to move ahead. Approximately 60 percent of meter setters have now been installed, and installations are expected to be completed by the end of May. A public meeting in June or July will be held to present billing options and answer questions. More information will be posted on the website as it becomes available.

Finally, please remember that we want to hear from you. If you have questions, concerns, or suggestions, contact us. We value open communication and want to work together with the community to ensure everyone is informed and satisfied.

Office: 604-486-7035 Email: contact@vananda-id.ca Website: vananda-id.ca

WATER EMERGENCY: 1-672-882-9901

It is that time of year again. Our ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held on Saturday April 18^th at 9:30am at the Legion in Van Anda. Reports and draft financials will be available on the website and at the office the week prior. If you believe changes are needed, come to the AGM! This year, there will be two Trustee positions for election. Do you, or anyone you know, want to be part of managing our important resources?

NEXT MEETING

The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday Apr 15^th at 1:30pm in the community meeting room in the Credit Union.

METER PILOT PROJECT

We have reached a milestone; fifty percent of the meters have been installed. A big thank-you to our great community for your support of this project, and to a fantastic installation team.

WILDFIRE

Do you want to be part of an organization that provides a vital community service? You might consider joining the Wildfire Fire Suppression team focused on fighting forest fires. The BC S-100 ticket means you could also help off-island as needs arise in other parts of the province. Please contact Fire Chief Mark Robert 604-414-9662 or firechief@vananda.ca for more information.

CONTACT INFO

Please let us know your questions or concerns! contact@vananda-id.ca – 604-486-7035

WATER EMERGENCY

No water, low water pressure, and leaks: always contact the Water Operator 1-672-882-9901.

Your message will be forwarded directly to the Water Operator.

Thank you to everyone in our community for staying engaged and informed. We’d like to share a few important updates and reminders.

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. Thanks to everyone for your patience as we work through the project. We are unearthing several treasures; from a horseshoe to a water main we didn’t know we had. And remember to watch out for road work. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

Parcel Taxes

A lot of people are asking what Parcel Taxes are about. The short answer is funding for water infrastructure. This supplies potable water to customers, and for fire fighting. The same system supplies homes and fire hydrants.

The long answer is on our website: https://vananda-id.ca/water-rates/

Board Meeting

New accessible location. The next monthly Board Meeting is Wednesday March 11^th at 1:30pm in the Community Meeting Room in the Credit Union.

Van Anda Fire Department

Are you interested in joining the department? Give us a call, send us an email, or drop by the Firehall on practice night, Monday evenings at 6pm

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 continue to improve water services for our community.

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.

As we reflect on the past year, we want to extend our sincere thanks to all our residents for your patience and support during what has been a very challenging year. Despite the difficulties, we’ve made important progress to ensure a continued, reliable water supply and to build a foundation for better affordability in the future. We look forward to working together in the coming year to keep our community strong, resilient, and well-served.

Annual Invoices

Water Tolls and Parcel Tax invoices for 2026 will be mailed out in early January. If you do not receive your invoice by mid-January, please contact us so we can ensure your account is up to date.

Annual newsletters for both Water and the Fire Department will be included with your invoice.

2026 Rate Increase

We’re committed to keeping water service safe, reliable, and transparent. For 2026 the average household is seeing around a 13% increase. Key drivers include higher costs for treatment plant parts, cartridge filters, and labor, plus adjustments to ensure leak-related costs are shared more fairly across all customer categories.

A full report with details, FAQs, and tables is available here.

VAID Payment Plan

VAID offers a payment plan option. For more information, please visit the payments page. Then, email or mail us your proposed payment plan details and make the first payment by March 10. If you need assistance with planning or have questions, please contact us—we’re here to help.

Meter Project Updates

More meters have been installed, and the new Copper Queen line installation is complete.

All costs for this project are covered by Provincial Government funding.

Working on your waterline?

Please check with us before making changes to your waterlines—recent cut-offs have occurred for those who didn’t!

Contact & Support

Questions or feedback? Email contact@vananda-id.ca or call 604-486-7035.

Water emergency: 1-672-882-9901