2025 Annual Report-final June 4

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWS

Administration

The Administration department and office of the Chief Administrative Officer is responsible for the overall administration of all City departments. It develops corporate policy and provides leadership and direction for senior staff in the day-to-day and long-term business affairs of the City in accordance with Council’s Strategic Plan. The Administration department also provides cross-department support on intergovernmental affairs, and advice to Council on City policies and procedures.

2025 Highlights

Secured $16.6M in federal funding to support infrastructure, housing, and development

Regional advocacy to advance Bus Rapid Transit, Golden Ears Way expansion, and Industrial Lands

Established new referrals process, capacity and guardian agreements with local First Nations

Bylaw, Licensing, and Community Safety

The Bylaw, Licensing, and Community Safety department is responsible for the administration and enforcement of bylaws and regulatory programs that support a safe, orderly, and resilient community with a focus on voluntary compliance where appropriate. Areas of responsibility include business licensing and bylaws regarding zoning, property maintenance, animal control, tree protection, and outdoor burning. The department leads implementation of the Community Safety & Wellbeing Action Plan and works with external agencies and community partners to advance shared safety objectives. Collectively, these responsibilities support effective local governance, regulatory accountability, public confidence in municipal administration, and community well-being.

2025 Highlights

Received 81 short-term rental applications, issued 49 licences, 25 pending

Dealt with 7,366 bylaw complaint files and licensed 6,477 dogs

Processed 5,425 business licences

Engaged 588 people through second Be Downtown campaign with RCMP and BIA

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