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With current heavy ground saturation and an anticipated wind event on Monday, December 15, there is the potential for trees to be downed. If you come across a downed or damaged power line, assume it is live and a danger. Stay back at least 10 metres (the length of a bus) and dial 9-1-1, then BC Hydro at 1-800-224-9376 or *49376 on your cell phone to report the incident.

Sand and sandbags are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Community Recreation and Cultural Centre located at 6660 Pioneer Avenue behind the livestock pavilion. Residents are required to bring a shovel or a tool to fill the available sandbags with.

Council highlights from the meeting held on December 8, 2025

2026 Business Licence Renewals will receive a 10% discount if the renewal is paid by 4:30 pm December 15, 2025. The regular rate will apply from December 16, 2025 to February 2, 2026. A business licence is required to operate in the District of Kent, a penalty of 10% will be applied on February 3, 2026.

Mayor Pranger has declared December as "Christian Heritage and Interfaith Collaboration Month" in the District of Kent. As the District is an interfaith community, it is important to highlight peace, tolerance and mutual understanding between people of all religions, convictions and beliefs.

Council highlights from the meeting held on November 24, 2025

Pursuant to the Community Charter, the District of Kent gives notice that it intends to lease approximately 700 square feet of commercial space at 7167 Pioneer Avenue, commonly known as the Aberdeen Centre, and legally described as Lot 1, Plan Number NWP74597, District Lot 19, Land District 59, to Len Davidiuk for the purpose of commercial space.