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The Village will be connecting with Agassiz Elementary Secondary School to identify a student who would be interested in attending the BC Youth Parliament's 98th Parliamentary Session from December 27-31, 2026 in Victoria, with an offer to provide financial support for the $600 registration fee.
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Council will send letters of support for the Agassiz Harrison Historical Society's grant applications to the Museums Assistance Program and the Kent-Harrison Foundation.
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Harrison Hot Springs received 5 blooms in the provincial Communities in Bloom evaluation. This is the highest number of blooms possible. Evaluations are based on several criteria including community appearance, environmental action, heritage conservation, tree management, landscape, and plant and floral displays. The Communities in Bloom Committee would like to thank everyone who participated in CIB initiatives to help make this year a success!
- At the recommendation of the Environmental Advisory Committee, the Village will seek future partnerships, such as with graduate students, for environmental assessments, data gathering, reports and studies within the Village, and consider including such a project in the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan.
- Flag Policy Updates: Council approved amendments to Flag Policy 1.36 and requested a report back on policy recommendations for flying special flags and changing the colours of the exterior lighting at Village facilities.
- Release of Closed Meeting Resolution: Many subjects requiring the confidentiality of a closed meeting only require it for a limited period of time. The follow released resolution was received for information:
- THAT Council authorize staff to engage BDO Canada LLP as the Village’s external auditor for the fiscal years ending December 31, 2026, 2027, and 2028.
- Indemnification Amendment Bylaw No. 1248, 2026: A bylaw to amend Indemnification Bylaw No. 1190, 2023 was given three readings. The bylaw would provide indemnification for municipal officials who incur legal fees as a result of participating in a criminal investigation, in advance of prosecution. The bylaw was amended on the floor to increase the indemnification for criminal investigations from $5,000 to $10,000 to address future inflation.
General Local Election 2026:
- Want to vote by mail in the 2026 Local Election? To obtain a mail ballot, you must submit your application form and proof of identification by Friday, October 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Download the Application for Mail Ballot here or pick up a form at the Village Office.
- Advance Voting Day is Wednesday, October 7, 2026 between 8:00am – 8:00pm at Memorial Hall.
- General Voting Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026 between 8:00am – 8:00pm at Memorial Hall.
- Visit: www.harrisonhotsprings.ca/elections to review identification requirements and for additional information.
Community Programs:
- Mornings with Marie: Two new recreation programs designed for adults 55+ are happening in Harrison this fall — and all abilities are welcome.
- Move Well: Chair-supported strengthening exercises.
Move Strong: Cardio and weight-resistance training. - Chair Yoga Continues this fall! Tuesdays, from October 13–November 24 | 10–11am. Join a free meet-and-greet session on Tuesday, October 6.
- More on Community Programs can be found at: www.harrisonhotsprings.ca/communityprograms