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Fireworks now prohibited in Kitimat for July 1 this year

Posted on Monday, June 26, 2023 02:33 PM

Learn more about why fireworks are prohibited, even if we got a bit of rain recently:

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We’re sad to say we have made the agonizing decision to implement a restriction on fireworks in Kitimat this July 1.

The Kitimat Fire Department considered the ongoing dry conditions and the lack of rain in our forecast in making this decision in the interest of community safety.

Here’s what this means: 

  • There will be no District-hosted...

Leisure Pool section at Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre remains closed

Posted on Monday, June 26, 2023 01:07 PM

The Leisure Pool section of the Sam Lindsay Aquatic Centre is still closed as we source out required parts for maintenance of this section of the pool.

Thank you for your understanding.

Road resurfacing work on Lahakas Boulevard the week of June 26

Posted on Friday, June 23, 2023 02:05 PM

Road resurfacing work on Lahakas Boulevard, from the area by Lower City Centre parking lot up to the Lahakas and Quatsino Boulevard intersection, will be taking place from June 26 until June 29.

This work will take place in the evenings, between 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., and will mean alternating, single-lane traffic during the work.

Flood mapping updates brings new awareness for residents

Posted on Monday, June 19, 2023 07:42 PM

The District of Kitimat with McElhanney have updated the community’s flood maps to better understand flood risks in today’s world.

A summary report about flood mapping is now available on the District’s website here.

Residents are welcome to browse this site for information about flood risks, how it will impact each community and also what the District’s plans are to use this information in the years ahead.

A community open house is also coming up soon to discuss flood awareness in the community....

Kitimat continues to improve its waste management services

Posted on Monday, June 19, 2023 04:26 PM

The District of Kitimat is achieving its environmental goals as it moves ahead on modernizing and improving waste management services.

In 2020, the District adopted its Solid Waste Strategy and Action Plan which set the vision for the improvements seen today, including the expansion of curbside collection to include garbage, yard waste, food waste and recycling.

Kitimat residents have stepped up, helping to divert more than 47 per cent of waste from our landfill and providing well-sorted curbside...