The City of Campbell River acknowledges that we are on the territory of the Laich-Kwil-Tach people of the Wei Wai Kum First Nation and We Wai Kai Nation.
Here are the highlights from the September 3, 2026, Council meeting, including important community initiatives and Council decisions. Watch City Council meetings live or view recordings at www.campbellriver.ca/webcasts.
Community Safety Update
Remedial Action Notice for 76 Panorama Crescent
Council approved issuing a remedial action notice to the owners of 76 Panorama Crescent to bring the property into compliance with Public Nuisance Bylaw No. 3543, 2014 in relation to unsightliness. City contractors are authorized to enter onto the property to perform the work required to achieve compliance with the Public Nuisance Bylaw if the property owners do not comply with the remedial action notice.
Response to Correspondence Regarding 155 Erickson Road
Council received a report regarding fire watch requirements at 155 Erickson Road for information. The report responded to correspondence from residents about fire watch requirements and insurance-related construction delays. The correspondence was initially received at the August 13, 2026, Council meeting. At that meeting, Council directed staff to explore potential ways the City could support and advocate for affected residents, while recognizing that the matter is primarily related to the operation of the insurance industry and outside the City’s jurisdiction.
Council authorized staff to draft a letter to be sent by Mayor Kermit Dahl to the insurance companies involved, requesting that they expedite any further funding decisions and reimburse tenants for any fire watch related costs incurred by the strata for the months of March and April.
Community Planning and Livability Update
Vandalism Recovery Pilot Grant Program
Council approved establishing a Business Vandalism Recovery Pilot through the end of 2026 or until funds have been fully expended. The program will supplement the City’s existing Downtown Renewal Grant Program by providing support to businesses affected by vandalism anywhere in Campbell River, provided that they have a current business licence. The pilot program is being created in response to an increase in recent break-and-enter incidents. The pilot would provide grants for eligible vandalism repairs and security improvements while collecting data that would be used to assess vandalism impacts across the community and determine whether a permanent city-wide program is warranted.
Modelled after a similar program from the City of Nanaimo, the pilot program would be administered by the Chamber of Commerce through a contribution agreement with the City and funded through a one-time allocation of $15,000 from the City’s Council Contingency fund. Businesses that are also eligible for the existing Downtown Renewal Grant Program, administered by the Downtown Business Improvement Association, will not be permitted to receive funding from both programs for the same incident.
CR Live Streets and Canada Day Funding
Council approved an amendment to the City's 2027-2036 Financial Plan to support CR Live Streets, including Canada Day celebrations. The amendment includes an additional $80,000 for 2027, with $20,000 allocated to help address rising artist, production, and security costs for the CR Live Streets series, and $60,000 dedicated to funding Canada Day entertainment and attracting nationally recognized Canadian performers as part of the CR Live Streets event series programming.
The amendment was brought forward ahead of the City's 2027 budget deliberations to allow staff sufficient time to begin securing artists, staging, and production services in advance of the 2027 event season. The investment supports the continued success of both events and aligns with Council's commitment to arts, culture, community events, and downtown vibrancy.
Development Services Update
Development Cost Charges Bylaw 4009, 2026
Council adopted Development Cost Charges Bylaw 4009, 2026 to replace the existing Development Cost Charges Bylaw that was originally adopted in 2010. Council gave first, second and third readings to the bylaw on March 12, 2026. At the March Council meeting, Council requested that pending approval of the Province, the bylaw be brought back for adoption in September. The bylaw received approval by the Inspector of Municipalities on May 25, 2026.
Rezoning Request for 2365 Quinsam Road
Council gave first, second and third readings to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 4020, 2026, which is proposing to rezone two future lots that are part of a 33-lot subdivision at 2365 Quinsam Road to ensure zoning compliance prior to subdivision registration. The specific rezoning requests are:
- Rezone proposed Lot 15 from Rural One (RU-1) to Residential Infill (R-i)
- Rezone proposed Lot 22 from Rural One (RU-1) to Public Areas One (PA-1)
This rezoning request is required to create zoning-compliant lots for underground stormwater infrastructure (Lot 15) and City parkland (Lot 22). The rezoning does not change the intended use of either lot and is only needed to meet FortisBC requirements. As a result, the application remains consistent with the Official Community Plan's Low Density Residential designation, and the bylaw is considered consistent with the Official Community Plan.
Development Variance Permit for 4385 Discovery Drive
Council approved Development Variance Permit (P2600045) for 4385 Discovery Drive to allow ancillary buildings to be slightly larger and taller than permitted under Zoning Bylaw No. 3250, 2006. The allowable floor area will increase from the maximum permitted 80 m² to 107.02 m², and allowable height will increase from 5 m to 5.48 m.
Legislative Services Update
Elect Respect Campaign
Council received a report for information regarding the Elect Respect Campaign, a voluntary national initiative that encourages respectful democratic participation and discourages harassment, abuse, intimidation and personal attacks in public life. The report highlighted that the campaign does not create new legal obligations or enforcement mechanisms. It serves as a symbolic public commitment to respectful conduct in public, private and online democratic spaces.
Correspondence
Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Along Highway 19A Through Campbellton
Council received correspondence from Laurel Cronk regarding traffic and pedestrian safety along Highway 19A through Campbellton. Cronk shared that the Campbellton Neighbourhood Association and local businesses are particularly concerned about pedestrian safety at the Spruce Street crosswalk, and they are planning to approach the Ministry of Transportation and Transit to conduct a review of the Campbellton corridor and consider possible improvements. Cronk requested feedback and input from Council and City staff. Council referred the letter to staff to explore potential solutions.
City of Prince George Requesting Support for the Northern and Rural Homeowners Grant
Council received a letter from the City of Prince George regarding a request that the Province of British Columbia reconsider the planned repeal of the Northern-Rural Homeowner Benefit. The benefit currently provides an additional $200 homeowner grant for residents in northern and rural communities. The advocacy efforts by the City of Prince George and other northern and rural local governments to maintain the benefit, citing the higher costs often associated with living in these communities and the importance of supporting affordability for residents, align with those of the City of Campbell River. The resolution will be considered by delegates at the 2026 Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Convention. The City will advocate for the motion at UBCM.
Strathcona Regional District Regarding Funding Application for Just Like Home
Council received correspondence from Sheena Fisher, Manager, Strategic Initiatives, Strathcona Regional District, requesting a letter of support for a funding application for the Just Like Home Project. Council directed staff to provide a letter of support and highlighted the significant milestone that the opening of Just Like Home represents in supporting healthcare in the community.