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Recover Shuswap Information

The Bush Creek East Wildfire began in early July 2023 and forced the evacuation of more than 8,000 people from eight communities in the Shuswap region. The Columbia Shuswap Regional District has staff and resources to assist residents impacted by the wildfire, especially those who suffered property damage or loss. The links on this page will be updated regularly to provide the latest information to answer your questions and help residents recover from this wildfire event.

Post-wildfire Landslide Risk

Two public information sessions were held regarding increased landslide risk are planned for residents affected by the Bush Creek East wildfire. Use this link to access our dedicated webpage for more information.

The Province of BC has a Post-Wildfire Natural Hazard Risk Hub where you can find reports about risks from wildfires in our area.

Smoke from pile burning in Tsútswecw Provincial Park visible to nearby communities

November 6, 2024

The BC Wildfire Service is supporting BC Parks in conducting a fuels management project in Tsútswecw Provincial Park near the Flume Trail system along Holding Road in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s Electoral Area F.

 BC Wildfire Service crews will be helping BC Parks personnel with this project for the month of November. Work will be starting as early as today, Wednesday, November 6, 2024. For more information, click here.

 

Information collection notice: 2023 wildfire season

October 24, 2024

The Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness will be attending fire impacted areas the week of October 28, 2024 to collect information to assist in understanding recovery needs and support decision-making about the mobilization of Provincial government resources or programs. For more information, click here.

Permits issued for Rebuilding

May 21, 2024

The process of rebuilding in the fire-damaged areas of the North Shuswap has begun with the issuance of building permits for 12 projects, with 10 more in progress, including the replacement of eight single-family homes.

“We are thrilled to have issued these building permits and see these residents move forward with their projects following the devastation caused by the Bush Creek East wildfire,” says Gerald Christie, General Manager, Development Services.

“Rebuilding is happening now in the North Shuswap, and we are committed to working through the necessary processes with property owners as quickly as possible.”

View news release (PDF)

Community Conversations

April 12, 2024

The What We Heard report generated by an independent consulting firm following community conversation events hosted by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) in March is now available for public review. It can be found in the Reports section of the CSRD website under the Emergency Management Reports tab.

In March, the CSRD conducted feedback sessions with residents including four in-person meetings in Sorrento, Anglemont, Celista and at Quaaout Lodge, along with two online sessions. A survey with more than 400 participants was also used to allow residents an opportunity to share their experiences.

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