In November 2024, the CCRD Board received a report that assesses the "Future of the Fire Services" in the Bella Coola Valley. This report identified a number of legal and regulatory changes that are required for the Volunteer Fire Departments of the Bella Coola valley. These standards require more investment to support our firefighters and the work that they do for the community. At that time, the Board of Directors asked to engage with the community on this assessment, and the recommendations included in it.
- A link to the full Fire Services Assessment that was presented to the Board is included at this link.
- A link to the brochure distributed to residents in February 2025 is included at this link.
- In April 2025, the Board of Directors proceeded with first and second reading of a the Bylaw to merge the services. Read the report here and proposed bylaw here.
- In May 2025, the Board of Directors recieved a report about options for properties outside the CCRD service area to join the new proposed service area. A link to the report is here. A link to the map of properties within the new service area is here.
If you would like to provide feedback to the Board of Directors, e-mail boardofdirectors@ccrd.ca with your feedback, concerns or suggestions!