Low Volume Toilet Subsidy Program ends soon
If you want to get in on the Low Volume Toilet Subsidy Program, you have until March 31, 2010 to do so.
This is a great program that encourages water conservation by replacing inefficient toilets with new toilets that significantly reduce the amount of wastewater discharged. Each household of four that converts to new toilets is expected to save in excess of 40,000 litres of water per year!
For full details on the program, click here:http://www.fortstjohn.ca/./index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=231&Itemid=55 or call 311.
The City of Fort St. John encourages you to sign up for Earth Hour
Mayor & Council would like to encourage you to sign-up for Earth Hour! The City of Fort St. John has signed up - have you? To sign your household up and find out more about this global initiative, click here:http://www.earthhour.org/Homepage.aspx
Earth Hour will be held on March 27 this year at 8:30pm.
If you are looking for an event to attend during Earth Hour, join NEAT at Whole Wheat & Honey on March 27 for a night of music by candlelight. There will be some great entertainment lined up and they have no problem playing in the dark! The night will begin with some of our own local talent, Lorissa Scriven and Jolene Reid. Following them up will be Brian MacMillan and Dave Tolley. Call NEAT for ticket information 250.785.6328.
Earth Hour is an annual event that has worldwide participation. Millions of people around the world will turn off their lights between 8:30 and 9:30pm on March 27th.
Let's make Fort St. John as dark as we can!
Fish Creek Community Forest Improvements
The City of Fort St. John has received a grant to improve the safety and usability of the trails in the Community Forest. Stage one of the work is the removal of hazardous trees along all of the trails within the Community Forest. The contractor is removing any hazards within a 30 metre range of the trails, and will be chipping the trees that are felled and re-introducing the chips back to the forest floor. This stage of the project will be ongoing until the end of March 2010. In May, both coniferous and deciduous seedlings will be planted in the forest to replace the trees that were cut down.
Public Works falling trees in Community Forest
Public Works Announcement The Public Works Department is falling dangerous trees in the Community Forest today. Please make sure to obey the posted signs to ensure your safety.
Seniors Yoga Fitness
Seniors Yoga Fitness is a pilot project designed specifically for seniors. The instructor will incorporate a range of skill levels and poses to challenge each participant and attend to their limitations. Get ready for a new and fun experience that you won’t want to miss! The program has been discounted as our instructors are in the last phase of becoming certified Yoga Leaders. Please remember to bring your own yoga mat, water bottle and hand block if needed.
March 16 - April 8, 2010
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cost: $30.80
Contact the North Peace Leisure Pool to register or for more information. 250-787-8178.
Be the Change - Upcoming Free Events
The City of Fort St John will be holding our 6th and final Awareness Movie night at the Lido. These are great free events and if you haven’t made it to one yet, you should definitely come to this one!
Enerplex Public Skating Schedule March 1 - April 1, 2010
Public Skating Schedule
Monday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday 1:00pm - 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Magician Needed - March 5th at the North Peace Leisure Pool
Are you a practicing Magician and need more experience? We want you! The North Peace Leisure Pool would like someone to entertain and interact with our patrons using magic tricks during our "Land of the Leprechauns" Pro D Day on March 5th, from 12:00pm - 3:00pm. For more details please contact the Recreation Programmer at 250.787.8150.
Denny Morrison and Michelle Kelly Viewing Parties
The City of Fort St. John is working with the Lido Theatre to cheer on our local athletes at the 2010 Olympics. Whenever Denny Morrison or Michelle Kelly competes you can join the viewing party at the Lido Theatre. Here is the schedule for the viewing parties.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
5:00pm-Speed Skating-Men's 1000m - CTV will be bringing in a TV Crew to film the event. City staff will also be on hand to hand out fun Olympic Prizes. Come on out and cheer on Denny Morrison.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
5:00pm-Skeleton-Woman's Heat 1
6:00pm-Skeleton-Woman's Heat 2
Friday, February 19, 2010
4:45pm-Skeleton-Woman's Heat 3
5:45pm-Skeleton- Woman’s Heat 4
Friday, February 26, 2010
1:30pm-Speed Skating - Men's Team Pursuit Quarterfinals
Special Drop-in Hockey Session
There will be a special drop-in hockey session at the Enerplex on February 13!
Under 14: 6:30 - 7:45 pm
Over 14: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
For more information, call 250.785.4592.
Special Drop-in Hockey Session
There will be a special drop-in hockey session at the Enerplex on February 13!
Under 14: 6:30 - 7:45 pm
Over 14: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
For more information, call 250.785.4592.
Share the Excitement
Cheer on Fort St John’s local Olympic Athletes Denny and Michelle on the big screen! Head down to the Lido Theatre during their competition times for a FREE live viewing! Support Denny and Michelle and show your community Spirit.
For a detailed schedule look below or for more info contact the City of Fort St John at 250.787.8150 or call the Lido Theatre at 250.785.3011
*PLEASE NOTE THE NEW SCHEDULED TIMES!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
5:00pm-Speed Skating-Men's 1000m
Thursday, February 18, 2010
5:00pm-Skeleton-Woman's Heat 1
6:00pm-Skeleton-Woamn's Heat 2
Friday, February 19, 2010
4:45pm-Skeleton-Woman's Heat 3
5:45pm-Skeleton- Womans's Heat 4
Friday, Febraury 26, 2010
1:30pm-Speed Skating - Men's Team Pursuit Quarterfinals
3:07pm-Speed Skating - Men's Team Pursuit Semifinals
Show Your Heart Fundraiser at the North Peace Leisure Pool
Show YOUR heart by donating a dollar during the last two weeks of February (February 14-28th). When you donate, you will receive a heart to write your name on and post in the North Peace Leisure Pool lobby. You will also receive a little thank you surprise! All donations will go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. For more information call the North Peace Leisure Pool at 250-787-8178.
North Peace KidSport receives donation from Aux Sable Canada
Connie Richter of North Peace KidSport received a generous $4,000 donation on February 3, 2010 from Ron Hutchings of Aux Sable Canada, a Calgary based midstream gas processing company. Representatives of Aux Sable Canada were interested in giving back to the community in the Fort St. John area with a donation directed toward youth and children.
The North Peace KidSport organization has been serving the local community since 1998 and was established to provide financial assistance to children and youth to become involved in organized sport. In 2009 North Peace KidSport was able to assist over 40 children with sport registration fees. The local KidSport chapter is supported and sustained through the generous contributions from community supporters like Aux Sable Canada.
For more information or to help support North Peace KidSport call 787-8152 or email recreation@fortstjohn.ca .
Funds raised locally and distributed locally!
Enerplex Public Skating Schedule February 2010
Monday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday 1:00pm - 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
* CANCELLATIONS: There will be no public skating in the afternoon on February 14.
Drop-In Hockey
Monday to Friday 12:00 – 1:00 pm
* Full equipment is required. Ages 14+
Senior’s Skating
Monday to Friday 9:00 – 10:00 am
Family Skating*
Thursday 6:00 – 7:00 pm, Saturday 1:00 – 2:30 pm
* Children MUST be accompanied by a guardian 16+ years
Changes to Enerplex Public Skating Schedule this weekend!
Please note of the following changes to the January public skate schedule at the Enerplex:
CANCELLED:
Friday January 22: Public Skate 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm & Teen Skate 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday January 23: Public Skate 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Family Skate 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Public Skate 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Public Skate 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday January 24: Public Skate 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm & Public Skate 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ADDITIONAL SKATE TIMES:
January 23: Public Skate 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
January 24: Public Skate 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Snow Removal Input
The City wants your input!
The City of Fort St. John is currently doing a review of its Snow Removal Policy and is looking for comments, concerns and suggestions from the public. All information should be forwarded to snowpolicy@fortstjohn.ca
Due to the anticipated volume of replies, we will not be able to answer individual correspondence but will include all information submitted in our review.
This is not for reporting specific complaints. For specific complaints please contact 250-787-8173.
Enerplex Public Skating Schedule January 8 - 31, 2009
Drop in Hockey & Public Skating is now available at the Enerplex!
Drop-In Hockey Monday to Friday 12:00 - 1:00pm
Senior's Skating Monday to Friday 9am - 10am
Parent & Tot Skating Monday - Friday 10am - 11am
Family Skating Thursday 6:00pm - 7:00pm & Saturday 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teen Skating Friday 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Public Skating Schedule January 8th - January 31, 2010
Monday 11:00am - 1:00pm, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday 11:00am - 1:00pm, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am - 1:00pm, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday 11:00am - 1:00pm, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Enerplex Schedule for January 2010
Below is the January 2010 schedule for the Enerplex. You can also download a pdf at the bottom of this image.
Olympic Torch Celebration in Fort St. John
Olympic Torch Relay
Sunday, January 31st, 2010 Fort St John will play host to the Olympic Torch Relay. The theme “Fire & Ice” was chosen in order to celebrate the flame of the Olympic Torch, the momentum and excitement of the annual High On Ice festival and to highlight the hardiness of the people in the North Peace region – even in the middle of winter!
Holiday Garbage Pick-up Schedule
Greetings!
There will be a slight change to the following days for the residential garbage pick-up:
Friday, December 25 - No garbage pick-up
Monday, December 28 - Garbage pick-up for residents from Friday, December 25
Friday, January 1 - No garbage pick-up
Enerplex Public Skate and Drop In Hockey Holiday Schedule Revised
Please note: The Public Skate on December 27th from 10:00am - 12:00pm is cancelled and the Under 14 Drop In Hockey on December 29th from 3:30pm - 4:30pm is cancelled.
Enerplex Public Skate and Drop-in Hockey Schedule over the Holidays
You can also download a copy of this schedule below
H2O Boot Camp at the North Peace Leisure Pool
Participate in an intense, hour based exercise program that will focus on cardio, strength, balance and flexibility. Challenge yourself at each station set up throughout the lap and leisure pools. You are able to register for the entire 10 weeks or pay a drop-in fee. Each participant will receive a North Peace Leisure Pool water bottle. Try something different and come take part in this new spin on aquatic fitness! Call 250-787-8178 to register.
Starts January 11, 2010
M,W 8:00pm - 9:00pm
20 Sessions
Cost: $190.00 to register $12.00 drop-in fee
Request for Buskers - Olympic Torch Relay, January 31, 2010
The Olympic Torch Relay Committee is requesting and encouraging individuals or groups to showcase their talents to the community on January 31, 2010, along the Torch Route and in Centennial Park before and after the celebrations.
We are looking for:
- musicians
- artists
- actors
- clowns
- mimes
- jugglers
- and other entertainment.
Please note that you must provide all of your own equipment and power. Times and route will be released closer to the celebration date.
For more information contact 250-785-4592.
High On Ice Festival - January 16 & 17, 2010
The City of Fort St. John in partnership with various community organizations will be hosting the 6th Annual High On Ice Festival January 14 - 17, 2010.
Each year there are free activities available to the community; the City is currently looking for organizations interested in providing free activities in Centennial Park. The activities would take place on Saturday, January 16 from 11:00am - 3:00pm and Sunday, January 17 from 12 noon until 4:00pm. This is a great opportunity to showcase your organization!
If you are interested or would like more information contact the Recreation Programmer by December 23 at 250-785-4592.
Snowflake Skate - December 4th, 2009
Join us Friday at the Enerplex and get your skate on during our Snowflake Skate Pro D Day!
Skate times are as follows:
10:00am - 1:00pm Public Skate
10:30am - 11:30am Under 14 Drop in Hockey
*Helmets required
12:00pm - 1:00pm Over 14 Drop in Hockey
Helmets required*
Children 6 years and younger need to be accompanied by an adult.
Regular admission rates apply. Pay at the Front Desk located in the lobby.
Access to the Enerplex is located off of 96th Street or 93rd Avenue.
For more information contact the Enerplex at 250.785.4592 or e-mail enerplex@fortstjohn.ca
Request for Proposals - Operation of Food Concession - High On Ice Festival January 16 & 17, 2010
The City of Fort St. John in partnership with many organizations will be hosting the 6th Annual High On Ice Festival January 14 - 17, 2010. Not-for-profit organizations interested in a fundraising opportunity selling food are encouraged to send a request for proposal by December 8, 2009 to:
City of Fort St. John, Community Services Department, 10631 - 100 Street, Fort St. John, BC, V1J 3Z5, Fax: 250-787-8181 or E-mail: recprogrammer@fortstjohn.ca
Submission must include your food plan/menu (include a healthy option), number of staff, where/what the proceeds will go towards, and the food safe plan.
The City will provide chairs, tables, hand washing station and a tent. All other materials must be provided by the applicant. The Concession is to be operated from 11:00am - 5:00pm on January 16 and 17, 2010.
For more information please contact, Suzanne Anderson, Recreation Programmer at 250-794-3262.
The 2009 Fort St. John Santa Claus Parade
View 2009 Santa Claus Parade in a larger map
Above is a map of the 2009 Fort St. John Santa Claus Parade Route. The parade leaves the Sunset Elks Seniors Home at 6pm and will then head down 100th street to the North Peace Arena.
There are a number of events planned for Centennial Park after the parade. Below is a list of the events the City is organizing that evening.
Book Your Christmas Party at the North Peace Leisure Pool
Celebrate the Holidays at the Pool. We offer a range of parties at the North Peace Leisure Pool. A party booking consists of use of our decorated meeting space to host your meal or fun activity and admission to the pool. Some options even include a visit from Santa. The holidays are our speciality! We take all the work out of the party for you so you can enjoy the festivities with your children. We provide tables and chairs, decorations including balloons, tablecloths, and a fun toy for each guest. Speak with one of our party experts at the pool so we can customize a day of fun for you!
Contact us at 250-787-8178 or pool@fortstjohn.ca
H2O Bootcamp beginning January 2010
H20 Bootcamp - What is it? Potentially a new program at the North Peace Leisure Pool but we need your feeback. It would be an intense hour based exercise program that would focus on cardio, strength, balance and flexibility set up as stations through out the lap and leisure pools. This is not an aquafit class. The course would be 10 weeks, 2x per week from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday & Wednesday. The cost would be $190.00 per person and would include a water bottle for each participant.
I need your feedback. Would this type of program interest you?
Karin Carlson, Pool Manager kcarlson@fortstjohn.ca or 787-8179
Halloween Scream at the North Peace Leisure Pool!
Ghouls, Goblins and Ghosts Oh MY! Come celebrate Halloween with the NPLP. Games, crafts and treats galore!
Saturday October 31st, 2009
1:00pm - 5:00pm
For more information contact 250.787.8178 or e-mail pool@fortstjohn.ca.
Fall Frenzie Pro D Day at the Enerplex
Come down to the Enerplex on October 23rd, 2009.
9:45am - 12:45pm Public Skate
12:00pm - 1:00pm Drop-in Hockey Over 14 years
*Helmets required
2:00pm - 3:00pm Drop-in Hockey Under 14 years
*Helmets required
*Children 6 years and younger need to be accompanied by an adult.
Pay at the Front Desk located in the lobby. Regular admission rates apply.
Access to the Enerplex is located off of 100th Street past the Business Resource Centre.
For more information contact the Enerplex at 250.785.4592 or e-mail enerplex@fortstjohn.ca.
Fall Frenzie Pro D Day
Friday October 23 from 12:00pm - 3:00pm join us at the North Peace Leisure Pool.
It’s Fall Fun time! Gear down for a day filled with pumpkin decorating, games and prizes. Something fun for everyone.
For more information contact the North Peace Leisure Pool at 250.787.8178 or e-mail pool@fortstjohn.ca
“Awareness” Movie Nights at the Lido Theatre – with engaging speakers and Q&A session
No charge event, all movies start at 7:00 pm
October 14: An Inconvenient Truth with speaker to be confirmed
From director Davis Guggenheim comes the Sundance Film Festival hit, AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH, which offers a passionate and inspirational look at one man's fervent crusade to halt global warming's deadly progress in its tracks by exposing the myths and misconceptions that surround it.
November 5: FLOW with speaker to be confirmed
Big Fish Swim- October 3rd from 1pm-3pm at the North Peace Leisure Pool
Big Fish Swim
Join us Saturday October 3rd from 1pm-3pm for the Big Fish Swim at the North Peace Leisure pool. Come meet high caliber athletes, get their autographs, swim, and participate in fun activities and games at the pool! Contact the NPLP for information call 250.787.8178
City of Fort St John's Tax Sale
One property left on the list as of Friday at 4:30PM.
10004-100 Avenue Upset price of $66,747.99
Sale starts at 10:00AM in council chambers at 10631-100 Street. If you have any questions you can contact Shirley Collington at (250)787-8171 or by email scollington@fortstjohn.ca
Enerplex Public Skate & Drop-in Hockey Schedule
Starting October 1st, 2009
Drop-in Hockey (Enerplex)
Mondays to Thursdays
12:00pm – 1:00pm
*Helmet required
Public Skate (Enerplex)
Fridays
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Community Services Public Skating and Drop-in Rates
Family $7.50
Senior (60+ years) $2.25
Adult (18-59 years) $3.00
Youth (12-17 years) $2.25
Child (3-11 years) $1.50
Tot (2 years & under) Free
* Children 6 years and younger need to be accompanied by an adult.
For more information please contact the Recreation Clerk at 250.785.4592 or e-mail enerplex@fortstjohn.ca
Tax Sale Update
The list of delinquent properties for the 2009 Tax Sale is down to 5.
Still left on the list are:
10004-100 Avenue $66,747.99
8016-98 Avenue $9,321.60
9119-89 Street $8,670.75
10607-89 Street $7,086.43
10710-89 Street $6,021.10
Tax Sale will be held in council chambers at 10631-100 Street at 10:00AM on Monday, September 28, 2009. Payments made after Sept 23, 2009 are not reflected in this list.
Contact Shirley Collington at (250)787-8171 for any additional information. After the close of the tax sale, successful bidders will be required to pay at minimum the upset price of the property, and the balance of their bid by 3:00PM that same day.
Explore Aquatics Pro-D Day
Date: September 25th, 2009
Time: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: North Peace Leisure Pool
Cost: FREE! Sponsored by Big Brothers and Big Sisters
Challenge your friends to the 50meter freestyle race and learn diving techniques from our amazing lifegaurds! Bring a friend and check out the fun!
For more information contact the North Peace Leisure Pool at 250.787.8178 or e-mail pool@fortstjohn.ca
Enerplex Public Skating - September 25th!
On September 25th the Enerplex is having special programming for the public.
10:00am - 11:00am Drop-in Hockey for patrons 14 years and younger
*Helmet required
11:15am - 12:15pm Drop-in Hockey for patrons 15 years and older
*Helmet required
12:45pm - 2:45pm Public Skate
Admission Rates:
Child $1.50
Youth $2.25
Adult $3.00
*Children 6 years and younger need to be accompanied by an adult.
Admission accepted at the front desk located in the lobby.
Access to the Enerplex is located at the Kids Arena parking lot. Please enter at the rear of the building.
For more information contact the Enerplex at 250.785.4592
The North Peace Leisure Pool's "Swim the Peace Challenge"
The North Peace Leisure Pool challenges YOU to Swim the Peace! NPLP has created "Swim the Peace", challenging people to come to the pool and swim the distance from Hudson Hope to Fort St. John. Track how far you swim each day, log your progress on the FSJ Physical Activity website, and swim the total distance of 80KM. Register online at www.healthycommunity.ca/fsjactiveliving and win prizes! For more information contact the NPLP at 250.787.8178
Updated Tax Sale List
The tax sale list is down to 14 properties as of September 15th. Review the attached document to see which properties are still left. Tax Sale will be held at 10:00AM on September 28th, 2009 in the council chambers at City Hall located at 10631-100 Street.
If you have any questions you can call Shirley Collington at (250)787-8171 or email: scollington@fortstjohn.ca.
Southside Centre - Grand Opening!! 10128 - 95 Avenue
Grand Opening September 11th, 2009 7pm-11pm 10128 95th Avenue
Come out and join us for nights full of fun for youth between the ages of 10 and 16 years old. All drop-in programs are Free. Activities change from week to week based on what YOU want to do. Our leaders are ready, willing, and able to provide a variety of activities from sports, video games, youth art, pool table tournaments, floor hockey or just chillin out on the comfy couches!
Check out the activities at the 10128 95th Avenue, one block west of Centennial Park and let the good times roll!
Regular Hours of Operation (September 11, 2009 to January 2010)
Wednesday 6:30pm- 9:30pm
Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Friday 7:00pm-11:00pm
Saturday 7:00pm -11:00pm
For more information contact Stephanie Peters, Recreation Programmer at 250-787-5780 or e-mail speters@fortstjohn.ca
Annual Tax Sale
The Local Government Act requires that every municipality in BC holds a tax sale for properties delinquent (3 years owing) in taxes. This tax sale is held on the last Monday in September, in council chambers, at 10:00AM. Owners have until that time in which to pay the delinquent portion, plus interest, to avoid going to tax sale. If payment is not made prior to 10:00AM on Tax sale day, the property is then sold to the highest bidder during an open auction. Bidding for these properties will begin at the upset price which includes all taxes owing, plus penalties, interest, Land Title Act fees, and an administration fee. The payment from the successful bidder for the tax sale property is then held in trust by the City. The City registers a Tax Sale Lien on the property with Land Titles. It is important to note that the purchaser of this property cannot enter the property or do renovations unless it is critical to maintain the structural integrity of the property. The owner has one year to redeem the property by paying all taxes owing plus interest. If the owner does redeem his property the bidder is then refunded his payment, plus interest to the date of redemption by the owner.
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