The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is pleased to announce that the Keats Landing Dock has fully reopened and is once again available for vehicle use.

Construction began in early December and included essential repairs to restore the dock and ensure it is safe for vehicle traffic. All work has now been completed, allowing full access to resume.

Drivers are reminded that the dock has a maximum load limit of 7,500 kilograms and a speed limit of 10 km/h. Updated signage reflecting these requirements will be installed over the coming weeks.

The SCRD thanks residents, businesses, and visitors for their patience and cooperation throughout the closure and construction period.

Great news! Construction on the Keats Landing Dock project was completed yesterday, and the construction barge has now been removed from the site.  In the coming weeks, staff will be working with a professional engineer to complete the required sign-off so that vehicle traffic can be restored on the dock. 

The Stormaway Ferry Service will resume its regular schedule. 

The SCRD would like to thank the community for their patience and cooperation throughout the dock renovation process.  A further update will be provided once the dock is fully reopened to vehicle traffic. 

Work on the Keats Landing Dock project will resume on Sunday, January 4 with crews arriving on site with a construction barge.  

The project is expected to be completed by Thursday, January 8. During this time, ferry service at Keats Landing Dock will be affected due to major structural work on the dock. 

Ferry Service Impacts for the Week of January 5: 

• Monday, January 5: No ferry service 

• Tuesday, January 6: No ferry service 

• Wednesday, January 7: No morning ferry service 

• Thursday, January 8: No morning ferry service 

Further updates will be provided if there are any changes to the schedule. 

The SCRD thanks the community for their patience and understanding while this essential work at Keats Landing Dock is completed. 

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) Parks Services Division is moving forward with a second year of proactive fire mitigation efforts within SCRD park properties. This work is part of ongoing initiatives to reduce wildfire risk and enhance public safety across the region.

The 2026 fire mitigation projects will be carried out by the SCRD FireSmart team, with work scheduled for January and February 2026, weather permitting.

The following SCRD parks have been identified for remedial fire mitigation work:

• Cedar Meadows Park
  Week of January 7, 2026 (approximately 2 days onsite)
• Grandview Heights Park
  Week of January 12, 2026 (approximately 1 day onsite)
• Seaview Cemetery
  Weeks of January 22 and January 29, 2026 (approximately 6 days onsite)
• Maple Park
  Early February 2026 (approximately 6 days onsite) 

The FireSmart team will be doing the following work:

• Removal of forest floor debris
• Pruning of tree branches up to 6 feet from ground level on flat terrain
• Pruning of tree branches up to 9 feet from ground level on hillsides
• Chipping and removal of woody debris

The SCRD appreciates the community’s understanding while this vital preventative work is completed. Every effort will be made to minimize disruption to park users and nearby residents.

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) extends a huge thank-you to everyone who stopped by our community booths this holiday season to learn about holiday recycling and share thoughts on the region’s Solid Waste Management Plan.  

The SCRD has initiated the process to update the region’s Solid Waste Management Plan — a ten-year roadmap that will guide solid waste management services, including programs, infrastructure and policies for managing waste and recycling into the future. 

Residents shared valuable input on what matters most when it comes to garbage, recycling, green waste and food waste services on the Sunshine Coast. 

The SCRD will be engaging on the Plan again in the new year. Visit our dedicated engagement webpage at https://letstalk.scrd.ca/trash/ to: 

• Share your feedback 

• Learn more about the Solid Waste Management Plan process 

• Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to connect in early 2026.  

Tips to sleigh your holiday recycling can be found at www.scrd.ca/holidayrecycling. 

The first round of financial planning discussions wrapped up at the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) earlier this month.  

The next round of discussions will take place on February 2 and 3, 2026. Projects moving forward include: 

• Several projects to maintain vital water infrastructure including reservoir maintenance and the replacement of the pump station at the Selma Park reservoir. 

• Continued exploratory work on feasibility for additional water at the shíshálh Hospital well. 

• Solid waste projects including ongoing funding for the Oceans Plastic Depot and new initiatives including a furniture recycling diversion program and a community reuse event called ‘Trash to Treasure.’ 

• Other solid waste projects are focused on maintenance and the future of garbage disposal in the region. This includes upgrades to the Pender Harbour Transfer station, including a replacement scale. Work will progress on the Solid Waste Management Plan and the development of a long-term solid waste disposal option for the region.  

• Projects to replace the basin tile at the Pender Pool and a major refurbishment project for the big red slide at the Sechelt Pool have moved forward.  

• In emergency planning, a project to help neighbourhoods get prepared for emergencies, along with two grant funded projects for emergency support services and emergency operations centre equipment and training.  

• A proposal to allow for the continuation of paid on call for SCRD volunteer firefighters was incorporated into this year’s financial plan.  Staff will present the findings from a community questionnaire on this subject at the next round of financial planning discussions in February.  

• Continued funding support of over $1.6 million for community partners delivering services such as the Pender Harbour Health Centre, Roberts Creek Community Library, Sunshine Coast Tourism, Sunshine Coast Search and Rescue, Gibsons Library and the Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives.  

Outside of this year’s financial planning process, numerous projects that were budgeted in previous years will progress in 2026. These include several wastewater projects across the region, dock renovations, planning for enhancements at Coopers Green Park and bridge replacements at Cliff Gilker Park. The SCRD will also conduct engagement on a recreation needs assessment and a parks services review.  

Roundtable Discussion 

On Thursday January 29, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., local governments on the Sunshine Coast will take part in a financial planning roundtable. Each local government will give an overview of their respective financial plans for 2026, with time for discussion in between each presentation. The public is invited to attend. 

• In person: SCRD Boardroom, 1975 Field Road, Sechelt.  

• Online: Watch via the SCRD’s YouTube channel.  

Stay informed as the SCRD’s financial planning process continues at letstalk.scrd.ca/budget.