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Haisla Bridge Maintenance

January 11, 2021 – Work is being conducted on the Haisla Bridge today between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Traffic will be limited to one lane during this time. 

Thank you for your patience.

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• Haisla Bridge Maintenance

Minette Bay West Park Closed

January 7, 2021 – Effective immediately, Minette Bay West Park is closed to the public due to subdivision construction impacting park access through Strawberry Meadows.

The closure is expected to last into early spring. A re-opening date will be provided when available.

Thank you for your patience.

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• Minette Bay West Park Closed

District of Kitimat and Unifor 2300 Ratify Collective Agreement

December 30, 2020 – The District of Kitimat and municipal employees represented by Unifor 2300 have ratified a new collective agreement. The four-year deal is from January 1, 2021 and expires December 31, 2024.

“We are pleased a deal has been reached and would like to commend both negotiation teams on their dedication to arriving at an agreement that is amenable for both parties” said Mayor Phil Germuth. “This agreement ensures the District of Kitimat can continue to serve our community through the...

Free New Year's Eve Public Transit During Regular Service Hours

December 29, 2020 - The District of Kitimat and BC Transit will be offering free transit on December 31st during regular service hours which end 10:00 p.m. Extended New Year’s Eve service hours will not be available this year.

For more information about transit in Kitimat, visit bctransit.com/kitimat.

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• Free New Year’s Eve Public Transit During Regular Service Hours

Haisla Bridge Replacement Procurement Project

HAISLA BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT PROCUREMENT UPDATE

The District of Kitimat is replacing the Haisla Bridge to provide safe and reliable access across the Kitimat River for years to come. The Haisla Bridge serves as a critical corridor between the community, industry, and natural environments. The new bridge will provide important improvements for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

It further serves as a critical connection between the Canadian and global economies. With growing economic activity...