Town of Osoyoos

10/30/2026

The Inaugural Meeting of the 2026-2030 Town of Osoyoos Council is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Regular Open
🕑 2:00 PM – Council Chambers
🔗 Agenda Package

Council meetings are available to watch live or recorded on the Town’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/

10/30/2026

Trick or Treat Main Street is back for another year! 👻

Although Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, Town Hall will still be joining in on the fun! Stop by and visit Town staff as we hand out treats to all the trick-or-treaters.

We can’t wait to see everyone’s costumes!

Calling all little ghosts, goblins and superheroes! 👻 Trick-or-treat along Main Street in Osoyoos this Saturday, October 31 from 3 to 5pm. Look for this poster in store windows to find the participating businesses handing out treats. 🎃

10/29/2026

Please note the following upcoming closures of the Sonora Community Centre gymnasium:

• Friday, October 30, 2026: Closed from 5:30-9:00pm for the Great Pumpkin Hunt & Movie Night

All drop-in programs will be cancelled during these closures unless otherwise noted.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

10/29/2026

This weekend is your last chance to use the RV Sani-Dump station on 115th Street before it closes for the winter season.

The Sani-Dump will be closed effective November 2, 2026.

10/28/2026

Have you secured your pumpkin for the Great Pumpkin Hunt? Register by October 29!

Get ready for an evening of free Halloween fun!

Pumpkin Hunt | Ages 3-12
Register by October 29 to receive a numbered pumpkin for the hunt! Kids can search the green space between the basketball courts and playground for their matching pumpkin and turn it in for a prize. Keep your eyes peeled for hidden mini Halloween figurines, too! Find one and trade it in for an extra special prize!

Even if you aren't registered for the Pumpkin Hunt, everyone is welcome to join in the fun! Enjoy the bouncy castle and a variety of large field games, including giant checkers and parachute games.
Movie Night | 6:00 PM
Once the hunt and games wrap up, head into the Sonora Community Centre Gym for a screening of the original Ghostbusters!

Register in person at the Sonora Community Centre, or contact Community Services by phone or email before October 29.

Event sponsored by Osoyoos Elks

Community Services
📞 250.495.6562
✉️ [email protected]

10/27/2026

The deadline to apply for the Town of Osoyoos’ 2027 grant funding programs is fast approaching! If your organization is planning to apply, be sure to submit your application before 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Each year, the Town offers funding through two separate grant programs:

Community Service Grants: Provide financial assistance to eligible organizations, community groups, sports teams and individuals delivering services, programs, events or activities that benefit Osoyoos residents.

Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) Visitor Activity Enhancement Program: Provides funding to support festivals, events and entertainment that enhance the visitor experience in Osoyoos and contribute to the local tourism economy.

Applications can be completed online at https://www.osoyoos.ca/community-groups Paper applications are also available at Town Hall (8707 Main Street), Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or at the Sonora Community Centre (8505 68th Avenue).

For program criteria, eligibility requirements and application details, visit https://www.osoyoos.ca/community-groups

10/27/2026

The Osoyoos & District Sanitary Landfill will be on winter hours of operation as of November 1, 2026.

Tuesday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Open all statutory holidays except Christmas and New Year's Day.

To Find out more visit www.osoyoos.ca/services/osoyoos-district-landfill

📷 Ron Hiller

10/26/2026

Please be advised that the Council meetings scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, have been cancelled.

The next scheduled meeting will be the Inaugural Meeting of Council on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

10/23/2026

Get out and join the Halloween fun this weekend! 👻

All Hallows Festival at Gyro Park
- Saturday, October 24 | 4:00–7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, October 25 | 12:00–5:30 p.m.

Halloween Howler Ice Dance at Sun Bowl Arena
- Saturday, October 24 | 5:15–6:00 p.m.

Keep the fun going! Everyone attending the Halloween Howler Ice Dance is invited to stay for free admission to the Osoyoos Coyotes game at 6:50 p.m.

10/21/2026

In accordance with Local Government Act section 146(2), the Chief Election Officer has declared the final results for the 2026 Town of Osoyoos General Local Election. The final election results are unchanged from the preliminary election results. Elected are:

• Mayor Dustin Sikora
• Councillor Frank Zandvliet
• Councillor Johnny Cheong
• Councillor Pat Wycherley
• Councillor JF Launier
• Water Councillor Sarabjit Rai
• Water Councillor Jim Shogren

View the official declaration here: www.osoyoos.ca/council/elections/notices-declarations

We sincerely thank the electors of the Town for an incredible 52.7% voter turnout for this election!