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Nestled on the eastern shores of spectacular Vancouver Island, the Town of Ladysmith features all the warmth and charm of small town living with a full range of services and amenities.
Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture is bursting with recreational activities and fun-filled events for all ages! The Department is committed to enhancing the health & quality of life of the community through accessible programs, services, facilities and open spaces.
The Town is committed to sustainable vision for our community as we work to mitigate the impacts of climate change. We were the first BC community to introduce curbside pick-up for household organic waste and continue to advance projects that help to protect and conserve our environment.
The Town along with our partners is promoting a business-friendly culture in Ladysmith that supports economic development and job creation.
Discover the Parks, Recreation and Culture department's programs and classes in the latest Activity Guide. We offer a full range of recreation, education and art programs for all ages and abilities. Explore the Guide and register today.
The Town of Ladysmith's Strategic Plan is a progressive vision set by Council for improving the lives of residents in a thriving town, and provides clear direction and focus for Council and staff over the current term.
Ladysmith is a charming small town with a thriving economy, vibrant downtown and picturesque waterfront, whose welcoming neighbourhoods reflect the quality of our citizens.
The Town of Ladysmith has received just over $62,000 in funding through Transport Canada's Abandoned Boat Program (ABP), Assessment and Removal Component to support the Ladysmith Harbour - Phase 1 (Beached Vessels) Clean-Up Project. This initial round of funding will be used to remove several beached vessels from the Ladysmith harbour area known as the Dogpatch.
"We are pleased the federal government has signaled its commitment to assist in the removal of abandoned and/or wrecked small boats currently posing grave environmental threats and safety hazards in Ladysmith-area waters," said Ladysmith Mayor Aaron Stone. "However, there is still much work to be done to clean up and protect our harbour. Further, Council is aware that some people live in the Dogpatch - we'd like to work with them to identify appropriate, environmentally responsible options."
Work to remove the beached vessels will commence this week. The Town's next step will be to apply for funding through the ABP program to remove a number of derelict and abandoned floating vessels, as well as request funds to remove sunken vessels once an underwater surface scan has been conducted by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.
The Town of Ladysmith has updated its Official Community Plan (OCP) to help manage growth and change in a way that helps our community meet its goals
The Town of Ladysmith's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan is a progressive vision set by Council for improving the lives of residents in a thriving town, and provides clear direction and focus for Council and staff over the current term.
Mayor
Council is proud to serve the over 9,000 residents who call the Town of Ladysmith home. Mayor and Council meet regularly as both Council and the Committee of the Whole. As part of their duties as elected officials, members of Council also serve on various boards and committees, including: the Cowichan Valley Regional District, Vancouver Island Regional Library Board, Community Planning Advisory Committee, Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce, Youth Advisory Committee, and several more.
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