Updates on the Project

Fall Update on Heriot Bay Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project

Progress is being made on the Heriot Bay Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project, bringing the community one step closer to a modern, safe, and energy efficient facility.

On September 4, test hole drilling was completed at the site to establish the seismic requirements for the new building’s foundation, an important milestone in preparing for construction. The South Quadra Fire Protection District is hoping to break ground in March 2026.

Community support for the project is strong and very much appreciated! Thank you so much to the Quadra Island Legion who recently hosted a Bingo night on September 13th, and to everyone who attended.  The proceeds of $1675 will be going toward the construction of the new Fire Hall #2.

In another positive development, the South Quadra Fire Protection District has been officially designated as a charitable organization, allowing it to issue tax receipts for donations. “We just recently got designated to have charitable donation status,” says Fire Chief Sharon Clandening. “This means we can give tax receipts out to people who give us money, which is exciting because we could never do that in the past.”

Looking ahead, the Trustees will be discussing fundraising ideas at their meeting in November.  Any suggestions or offers of assistance are most welcome and can be directed to qifirehallreplacement@gmail.com.  Donations via cheque are very much appreciated and can be mailed to P.O. Box 80, Quathiaski Cove, BC, V0P 1N0 or dropped it off at Hall #1, 844 Heriot Bay Road.  We also accept cash donations.  Please include your name and address so we can provide you with a tax receipt.

Thank you Quadra Island for your continued support and community spirit. We couldn’t do this without you!

Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project Moves Ahead – Financing in Progress and Tax Receipts Now Available for Donations.

We’re thrilled to share that the Heriot Bay Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project is officially moving forward!  After receiving landowner approval for the “Fire Hall #2 Construction Borrowing Bylaw” through the Alternative Approval Process (AAP) in March, the bylaw has now been registered with the Inspector of Municipalities, clearing the way for the next phase.  Thank you so much to everyone who supported us through the AAP!

Right now, we’re working on securing interim financing, which means preparing a detailed project plan. To help with that, we’ve brought on board an experienced architect who previously designed a similar fire hall, presently under construction.  With their help, we’re developing a site plan and building design. 

We’ll be applying for interim funding through RBC, a common route for Improvement Districts like ours. Once the new fire hall is complete, the loan will be transferred to the Surveyor of Taxes, who will manage repayment through the rural property tax system. There will be no impact on Quadra Island property taxes until construction is complete and the new hall is approved for occupancy.

More Good News: We Can Now Issue Tax Receipts for Donations!

We’re also excited to announce that the Quadra Island Fire Department is now approved to issue official tax receipts for donations! This means your support for the Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project is not only vital, it’s also tax-deductible. We hope this encourages community contributions so that we can grow these funds and reduce the tax burden for property owners. Stay tuned!  We’re putting together a donor recognition program to show our appreciation and will share the details soon.  

Thank you Quadra Island for your continued support and community spirit. We couldn’t do this without you!

Heriot Bay Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project Approved

The Heriot Bay Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project was approved through an Alternative Approval Process (AAP) that concluded on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The AAP addressed the adoption of “Fire Hall #2 Construction Borrowing Bylaw” which authorizes the South Quadra Island Fire Protection District to borrow up to $2.9 million to finance the replacement fire hall.

Approval by an Alternative Approval Process is obtained when less than 10% of eligible property owners within the District submit an opposition Elector Response Form by the deadline. Of an estimated 1668 eligible property owners, 149 response forms were received.

Upon learning that the Fire Hall #2 Replacement Project would go forward, Fire Chief Sharon Clandening stated, “We are excited to move forward in improving the infrastructure that enables our firefighters to serve the community effectively for years to come.”

Chairman of the Board of Trustees Murray Abercrombie said, “On behalf of the Trustees of the South Quadra Fire Protection District, I am pleased to see that this much needed project has the support of the majority of eligible Quadra Islanders and can proceed to construction, with completion in 2026/2027. As we look forward to the next steps, I would like to acknowledge all the work done by the Trustees and Fire Department Members to get to this point. As we have stated throughout the process, we intend to proceed, mindful of costs, to build a functional hall that will meet all current standards and requirements, and will serve the needs of the community well into the future.”

We will be providing regular updates as this project moves ahead. Please continue to check the project website  and our Facebook page, or sign up for our email list HERE.

Thank you Quadra Island for your support.