All landfills and transfer stations remain open. Physical distancing protocols are in place with fewer vehicles on site at one time. Members of the public are advised to wear a mask at all Regional District facilities, including landfills and transfer stations. Given the potential for longer line ups, please avoid unnecessary trips to any waste disposal facilities.
Swap Sheds in Mackenzie, Valemount, Shelley and McBride are closed.
Residents with curbside garbage and recycling collection should continue to utilize these services for household waste, reducing unnecessary trips to landfills or transfer stations. Please also adopt waste reduction and recycling practices to reduce the pressure on these facilities.
The Robson Valley Community Centre and Recreation Centres in McBride and Valemount follow Provincial Health Orders and WorkSafeBC regulations with reduced operating hours and capacity limits for events or activities.
Members of the public are advised to wear a mask at Regional District recreation facilities. Masks do not need to be worn while using exercise equipment.
Appointments are required for the fitness facilities and open skating times. Drop-ins may be accommodated if capacity is not met, but to ensure access please call the numbers below for an appointment or for information on operating hours (which are subject to change):
For the safety of our first responders, our Volunteer Fire Department halls are closed for public gatherings. Fire departments are still responding to emergency calls.
The Regional District office at 155 George Street is only accessible to those with scheduled appointments. No walk in traffic is permitted. Members of the public are advised to wear a mask at all Regional District facilities.
Please contact us with inquiries and to request appointments at 250-960-4400 or 1-800-667-1959, or district@rdffg.bc.ca. Alternative ways of conducting business are also listed below:
To reduce in-person visits to the RDFFG office for either accounts payable or receivable, these online options are available:
To apply for a building permit or schedule a building inspection in Prince George call ahead to make an appointment at the Regional District office at 250-960-4400 or 1-800-667-1959. In the Robson Valley, inspections and appointments can be scheduled by calling 250-569-4211.
For everyone's health and safety, building inspections on existing, occupied homes are assessed by the inspector on a case by case basis before entering the home. Only one household member can be present inside at the inspection, social distancing of six feet must be maintained and masks should be worn. Please do not schedule an inspection if any household member has:
People looking for land use (zoning) information are asked to contact the Regional District office at 250-960-4400 or 1-800-667-1959 to speak to a planner.
Alternatively, an online mapping system is available here.
FOI applicants are asked to phone in with inquiries or to email your application to FOI@rdffg.bc.ca.
Responses to requests for information will be emailed where possible.
We endeavor to respond to FOI requests in a timely manner; however, this is dependent on the type of information requested and staff resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Provincial Privacy Commissioner directed that local governments have up to 60 working days to respond to requests during this time.
The situation with COVID-19 is unprecedented and is constantly evolving. The Regional District will continue to follow directions from provincial and federal authorities and health agencies.
Be vigilant in controlling the spread of COVID-19 and follow the advice from the BC Centre for Disease Control. Wash your hands often with soap and water, cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, avoid others who are unwell, and stay home when you are sick.
Contact Us
Toll Free (BC) 1-800-667-1959
Phone: (250) 960-4400
Email:
155 George St.
Prince George,
BC V2L 1P8
