Press Releases

Recent Press Releases
Feb 17, 2021		Council approves Action Plan to support an inclusive, diverse, and accessible community
		Office of the Mayor
	The Mayor’s Task Force on Inclusiveness, Diversity and Accessibility has launched a new Action Plan with strategies to reduce social, physical, and systemic barriers within Chilliwack that prevent individuals from fully participating in the community. City Council approved the Action Plan at their February 16 meeting.
Feb 3, 2021		Pump Track Facility at the Landing Opens
		Parks & Recreation
	The newly constructed pump track facility at the Landing (9145 Corbould Street) is officially open.
Feb 2, 2021		Chilliwack’s Open Burning Bylaw Updated to Align with Provincial Standards
		Fire Department
	On February 2, 2021, Council introduced the City’s updated Open Burning Bylaw, to align with the provincial regulation.
Jan 20, 2021		Mail-In Ballot Voting Process Approved for School District By-Election
		Corporate Services
	In consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic, Council has approved a mail-in ballot process for the 2021 School District No. 33 By-Election, following the Chief Election Officer’s request to the BC Ministry of Education.
Jan 19, 2021		City of Chilliwack Awards the Order of Chilliwack to John Jansen
		Office of the Mayor
	Council is pleased to announce that Mr. John Jansen is the sixth recipient of the Order of Chilliwack medal, an award to recognize citizens for outstanding achievement or contribution to our community.