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Strathcona Regional District Launches Emergency Preparedness Week With Free Training And Community Events – May 3rd, 4th, 8th In Sayward
Strathcona Regional District is marking Emergency Preparedness Week with a series of free public training sessions and community-focused events designed to help residents become better equipped to respond to natural disasters and emergencies. The initiative is aimed...
Sayward Volunteer Fire Department Invites Community To Mother’s Day Tea – May 10th 12pm-2pm
The Mother's Day celebration in Sayward is getting a heartfelt local twist this year, as the Sayward Volunteer Fire Department invites the community to a charming afternoon tea event. Set for May 10th from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Hall #2, located at 1306 Sayward Road,...
Foot Care Nurses to Provide Monthly Clinics in Sayward Through Summer – April 28, May 26, June 24, July 28, August 25
Residents in Sayward will soon have improved access to specialized foot care services, as the Sayward Community Health Society has secured two experienced foot care nurses to provide regular monthly clinics in the community. According to an announcement shared with...
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Mid Island Co-op In Sayward Fully Reopens Following Extensive Site Upgrades
Mid Island Co-op Reopens in Sayward with Upgraded Services and Renewed Community Focus Residents of Sayward are once again welcoming a key local service back into daily life, as the Mid Island Co-op location reopens following a series of upgrades aimed at improving...
Just Like Home Lodge Project Moving Forward To Support North Island Patients And Families
Healthcare accommodation facility near Campbell River Hospital expected to welcome guests in fall 2026 A major healthcare support project designed to help North Island residents stay close to loved ones during medical treatment is continuing to move forward, with...
Before You Move A Rock – A Guide To Restoring Historical First Nations Clam Beds
New resource highlights importance of protecting clam gardens and intertidal ecosystems along the B.C. coast A new coastal stewardship guide from the Nanwakolas Council is encouraging residents, boaters, and coastal communities across Vancouver Island and the North...
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BC To Use Chemical Fingerprinting And AI To Track Illicit Drugs
British Columbia is moving ahead with a new initiative that will use chemical fingerprinting and artificial intelligence to track illicit drugs as part of efforts to better understand and respond to the toxic drug supply. Under a pilot program involving scientists and...
K’ómoks Treaty Takes Major Step Forward In BC Legislature
The British Columbia government has introduced new legislation aimed at advancing a long-negotiated treaty with the K’ómoks First Nation, marking a significant milestone in a process that has spanned more than three decades. The proposed law, known as the K’ómoks...
BC NDP Urged To Reverse Course On Government Transparency
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on the NDP government to strengthen transparency and improve public access to information. The group argues that recent actions have made it harder for citizens and journalists to obtain government records, raising concerns...
Canada News
Carney Government Urged To Tackle Federal Deficit And Repair Public Finances
Following a series of floor crossings and three recent byelection wins, the Carney government now holds a majority of seats in the House of Commons. This gives the prime minister and cabinet greater freedom to pass legislation and advance their agenda without needing...
Experts Say Gas Tax Break May Be Offset By Higher Summer Fuel Costs
Economists say that much of Mark Carney’s proposed gas tax break may be effectively offset by the higher cost of summer-blend fuel, leaving motorists with less relief at the pump than expected. According to analysis cited by industry experts, seasonal fuel regulations...
CRA Whistleblower Highlights Bogus $5M Income Tax Refund
A newly revealed case of fraud has exposed serious gaps within the Canada Revenue Agency, after millions of dollars were paid out in a bogus tax refund. According to internal documents obtained by CBC, the agency issued a refund of roughly $5 million based on a tax...
Population
Land Area
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Governance
Sayward consists of two distinct governance areas.
The Sayward Valley encompasses most of the land mass of Sayward and is home to approximately 864 residents. The Sayward Valley is located in the Strathcona Regional District Area A. Homes and businesses within the Strathcona Regional District are spaced far apart, rely on water wells and septic systems, and have weekly garbage collection. Electricity, propane, oil furnaces, woodstoves and satellite internet are the primary utilities.
The Village of Sayward is a small municipality near the ocean front with approximately 334 residents. Homes and businesses within the Village of Sayward are in close proximity to each other. The Village of Sayward has municipal water and sewer services with weekly garbage collection. Electricity, propane, oil furnaces, woodstoves, cellular phones, cellular internet and satellite internet are the primary utilities.
Strathcona Regional District Area A Director
Gerald Whalley
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Sayward Village Mayor
Mark Baker
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Strathcona Regional District
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Open Monday to Friday 830am to 430pm
(Closed on Statuatory Holidays)
Administration@SRD.ca
Village of Sayward
Municipal Office
Open Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
(Closed on Statuatory Holidays)
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Trustee
Shannon Briggs
250.282.3364
shannon.briggs@sd72.bc.ca
Member of Legeslative Assembly
Anna Kindy
778.902.8544
Member of Parliament
Aaron Gunn
250.434.0300