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Resort Village of the District of Katepwa
The District of Katepwa is a thriving resort village in the beautiful Qu'Appelle Valley approximately 95 km North-East of Regina, SK. Throughout the District, there are a number of amenities including golf courses, trail networks, parks, and beaches.
📖 Have you visited one of Katepwa’s Little Libraries lately?![]()
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A small stop that makes a big difference 📚![]()
Take a Book, Leave a Book![]()
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These books belong to everybody — neighbours, friends, and even people we haven’t met yet!![]()
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How it works:![]()
📗 Take a book – If something catches your eye, take it! No sign-out, no permission needed — just enjoy the read.![]()
🔁 Share it – Return the book to any Little Library or pass it along to a friend.![]()
📘 Leave a book – Finished a good read or have one to share? Add it to the shelf so someone else can enjoy it next.![]()
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With four locations, there’s sure to be a book for everyone!![]()
📍 Breese Park![]()
📍 Lions Park![]()
📍 District Office![]()
📍 Glenwood
❄️ Have you started your Katepwa Winter Bingo yet?![]()
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With warmer weather coming this weekend, it’s the perfect time to get outside, explore, and enjoy the season — no rush, no competition, just fun!!![]()
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It’s easy! Simply download or save the bingo card from this post and start checking off activities as you go.![]()
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Feel free to share your progress in the comments — we’d love to see how you’re enjoying winter in Katepwa! ❄️☀️![]()
#WinterInKatepwa #CommunityFun
📌 Meeting Date Change![]()
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Please note that the Regular Council Meeting originally scheduled for February 17, 2026, has been rescheduled due to quorum requirements.![]()
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🗓 New Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
❄️ Winter Gear Reminder for Residents! 🛷⛸️![]()
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Just a friendly reminder that the District has winter items available for residents to borrow through our Activity Lending Library – Winter Edition!![]()
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Available items include:![]()
• 2 sets of trekking poles![]()
• 2 plastic toboggans 🛷![]()
• 2 sleds![]()
• 1 skating aid ⛸️![]()
• 2 snow castle blocks 🏰![]()
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These items are here to help you get outside, stay active, and enjoy winter in Katepwa.![]()
📝 Equipment is available on a sign-out basis, so if you’re interested in borrowing something, stop at the District office for details.![]()
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A big thank you to our funding partners for making this possible — this program is all about supporting fun, accessible winter recreation for our community 🙌![]()
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Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association Sask Lotteries Parkland Valley Sport, Culture & Recreation District
🗑️ Garbage Pickup Reminder 🗑️![]()
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Garbage still gets collected as scheduled, even with the cooler weather. ![]()
Please remember to have your garbage out Monday January 26th![]()
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🚮Garbage MUST be out by 6:00 a.m. in a closed container ![]()
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🚮The District of Katepwa will collect up to 4 household garbage bags placed in containers ![]()
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Mistakes happen, did your garbage get missed, let us know by phone or on our website!![]()
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Thanks for your cooperation! ![]()
Stay warm! 🥶🥶
🌲 Looking Ahead to 2026![]()
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The District’s 2026 Budget focuses on responsible planning, key capital investments, and long-term financial stability — including completing major projects and reaching a debt-free year.![]()
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Below is a high-level overview of the 2026 Budget.![]()
👉 Full budget details are available on our website.
⛄ Katepwa Winter Bingo ⛄![]()
It’s winter in Katepwa — the perfect time to slow down, get outside, and enjoy everything our community has to offer. Our Katepwa Winter Bingo card is packed with simple, cozy, and fun ways to make the most of the season.![]()
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✅ How to Play:![]()
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➡Download or save the Winter Bingo card from this post![]()
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➡Complete as many squares as you like — on your own, with family, or with friends![]()
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😁Feel free to share photos or your completed card in the comments to inspire others![]()
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❄️This isn’t a competition. It’s about enjoying winter, supporting local spots, getting fresh air, and making small moments count.![]()
🗺️ From winter walks and snow forts to library reads, scenic drives, Breese Park visits, and warming up by the fire — there’s something for everyone.![]()
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Grab your card, start checking off those squares, and enjoy winter in Katepwa ❄️☕🌲
🐾 New Dog & Cat Bylaw – Now in Effect 🐾![]()
Bylaw No. 2026-03 | District of Katepwa![]()
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Council has adopted a new Animal Control Bylaw to provide clearer, fairer rules around dogs and cats in our community. This bylaw replaces the previous version and focuses on safety, respect, and responsible pet ownership.![]()
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Key things residents should know:![]()
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🐕 No running at large![]()
Dogs and cats must be under control at all times when off the owner’s property.![]()
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🦮 Physical leashes are required![]()
Owners must carry a physical leash when their pet is off their property.![]()
Remote or electronic leashes can be used as a training aid, but they do not replace a physical leash when an animal needs to be secured.![]()
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👥 Passing people or other animals![]()
When approaching or passing someone (or another animal), pets must be immediately secured, including being physically leashed to prevent contact.![]()
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💩 Clean-up is mandatory![]()
Owners must pick up and properly dispose of pet waste:![]()
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On public or private property (other than their own)![]()
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On their own property regularly![]()
Bagged waste must go in a garbage receptacle — not left on trails, roads, or parkland.![]()
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⚠️ Fines for non-compliance![]()
1st offence: $100![]()
2nd offence: $250![]()
3rd & subsequent offences: $500![]()
(Each day an offence continues counts as a separate offence).![]()
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This bylaw is about keeping shared spaces safe, preventing unwanted encounters, and setting clear expectations for everyone.![]()
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📄 The full bylaw is available on the District website.
2026 Council Meeting Dates![]()
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Meetings are open to the public and everyone is welcome to attend.![]()
📋Agendas will be posted in advance on our website.
📢 Council Meeting – Tomorrow![]()
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🗓 Tuesday, January 20, 2026![]()
⏰ 7:00 p.m.![]()
📍 Katepwa Library![]()
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On the agenda:![]()
➡️ Bylaw Updates – Fees & Charges, Animal Control, Building Bylaw![]()
➡️ Community Updates – Administration, policing, and Quality of Life Survey results![]()
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👥 Residents are welcome to attend.![]()
📄 Agenda available online: katepwabeach.ca/administration/minutes-and-financials/
📊 Quality of Life Survey Results![]()
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📄 Read the full survey results on our website here: katepwabeach.ca/quality-of-life-survey-results/ ![]()
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Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the Quality of Life Survey. Your feedback matters.![]()
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Overall, residents shared that they value:![]()
🌿 Our natural beauty and outdoor spaces![]()
🏡 A safe, quiet community![]()
🤝 A strong sense of community and belonging![]()
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The survey also highlighted top areas to focus on, including:![]()
🚦 Traffic & Road Safety – Safer streets, reduced speeding, and clearer rules around golf carts and ATVs![]()
🌊 Lake Health – Cleaner, healthier water to protect the lake for recreation and the environment![]()
🏪 Local Services – More everyday conveniences like a store, postal options, and year-round dining![]()
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These results will help guide future planning and decision-making.![]()
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Thank you for helping shape the future of our community.
🎆 Happy New Year from the District of Katepwa! 🎆![]()
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May 2026 bring new memories, new adventures, and plenty of reasons to celebrate together. Thank you for your support and community spirit throughout the year. Cheers to a fresh start! ❄️💙
🎄 Merry Christmas from the District of Katepwa! 🎄![]()
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As we celebrate this special season, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helps make the District such a wonderful place to call home. Your support, involvement, and community spirit truly make a difference.![]()
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May your holidays be filled with joy, warmth, and time well spent with family and friends. Wishing you a peaceful and joyful Christmas season. ✨🎁
🎄 Holiday Office Closure 🎄![]()
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The District of Katepwa Office will be closed for the holidays starting December 23 at noon and will reopen on January 5 at 9:30 a.m.
🚧 Driveway Snow Ridges ❄️![]()
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Driveway snow ridges are an unavoidable result of winter road maintenance, regardless of the equipment used.![]()
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The District takes reasonable steps to keep ridges to a minimum while ensuring roads are safe and passable. Any snow left at the end of a driveway is the responsibility of the homeowner to remove.![]()
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While this may be inconvenient, it is a standard practice and allows crews to clear roads efficiently for the entire community.
🔥 Did you know? 🔥![]()
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Breese Park has two fire pits — one large and one small — available for personal use (at Breese Park only) this winter!![]()
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✔️ Firewood is provided![]()
✔️ A lighter and paper are available if you forget yours![]()
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👉 Important note: If you plan to use the large fire pit, please remove the small fire pit from inside it first.![]()
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Bundle up, gather some friends, and enjoy everything Breese Park has to offer this winter season ❄️🔥![]()
Let’s keep it safe, tidy, and welcoming for everyone!![]()
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#winterbonfire #BREEZEPARK #katepwalake
🎄✨ REMINDER – COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS POTLUCK SOCIAL ✨🎄![]()
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Just a reminder that the Katepwa & District Lions are hosting their Annual Christmas Potluck Social this Saturday, December 13 — and everyone in the District is welcome!![]()
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Bring a favourite potluck dish to share and wear your best (or ugliest!) Christmas sweater or PJ’s for a chance to win a prize 🎁![]()
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📍 Katepwa Centre/Library![]()
⏰ Doors open: 5:30 p.m.![]()
🍽 Dinner: 5:45 p.m.![]()
🎉 Entertainment: 6:30 p.m.![]()
(Selfie photo booth, Christmas bingo, scavenger hunt & Christmas carol singalong)![]()
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Come celebrate the season with good food, festive fun, and great company! 🎅✨![]()
#FestiveFun #KatepwaLake #ChristmasCheer
🐾 Pet Control Reminder![]()
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In the District of Katepwa, a dog or cat is considered “running at large” when it’s off your property (or another property without permission) and not under proper control.![]()
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Your pet must be:![]()
• In the direct care of someone able to control it, or![]()
• Secured in an enclosure, or![]()
• Safely fastened so it cannot roam freely.![]()
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Keeping pets under control helps protect people, wildlife, and other animals in our community.![]()
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Thank you for doing your part. 💙🐾
❄️ Stay Safe This Winter! ❄️![]()
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With the cold weather rolling in and ice just beginning to form, please make sure it’s safe, strong, and thick enough before walking, skating, snowmobiling, or driving on it.![]()
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• Avoid ice with cracks, slush, or open water![]()
• Stay back from inlets, outlets, and moving water![]()
• Early-season ice is unpredictable — when unsure, stay off![]()
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⛄ Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable winter at Katepwa!⛄
🎄✨ COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS POTLUCK SOCIAL ✨🎄![]()
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The Katepwa and District Lions are hosting their Annual Christmas Potluck Social and everyone in the District is invited!![]()
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Bring a favorite potluck dish (appies, mains, salads or desserts) to share and dress in your best – or ugliest – Christmas sweater, PJ’s, etc. for a chance to win a PRIZE!![]()
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📅 Saturday, December 13, 2025![]()
📍 Katepwa Centre/Library![]()
⏰ Doors open: 5:30 p.m.![]()
🍽 Dinner served: 5:45 p.m.![]()
🎉 Entertainment starts: 6:30 p.m.![]()
(Selfie photo booth, Christmas bingo, scavenger hunt & Christmas carol singalong)![]()
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🎅✨Come enjoy good food, lots of laughs, and some Christmas cheer with your neighbours. ✨🎄![]()
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#FestiveFun #katepwalake #ChristmasCheer
❄️ New Winter Gear Alert! ⛸️🛷![]()
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Great news! The District of Katepwa has been approved for funding through the Activity Lending Library – Winter Edition grant.![]()
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Our new additions include:![]()
• 2 sets of trekking poles![]()
• 2 plastic toboggans🛷![]()
• 2 sleds ![]()
• 1 skating aid ⛸⛸️ ![]()
• 2 snow castle blocks 🏰![]()
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These new items will be available for community use soon — perfect for enjoying the winter season at Katepwa! As we get closer to snowfall, keep an eye out for updates on when the sign-out sheets are ready and the equipment is available to borrow.☃️![]()
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The District would like to recognize and thank Parkland Valley Sport, Culture & Recreation District Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association and Sask Lotteries for their support in making this initiative possible. 🙌![]()
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#explorekatepwa #winterfun #CommunitySpirit #sasklotteries #SPRA #parklandvalleyscrd #katepwa
🎄✨ Happening THIS Sunday! ✨🎄![]()
Don’t forget — the Katepwa & District Lions Christmas Market is just around the corner!![]()
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📅 This Sunday, November 30, 2025![]()
🕛 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.![]()
📍 Katepwa Library – 41 Elm St![]()
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🛍️ One-stop holiday shopping![]()
🎅 Selfies with Santa from 1:00–3:00 p.m.![]()
🎁 FREE admission for everyone!![]()
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Join your favorite returning vendors and check out some amazing new ones.![]()
All proceeds from the Lions’ Bake Table and table rentals support the Fort Qu’Appelle Haven Safe Shelter. ❤️![]()
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Come out, support local, and kick off the holiday season! 🎄✨
🎄✨ Katepwa and District Lions Christmas Market ✨🎄![]()
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It’s time to get into the holiday spirit!![]()
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📅 Sunday, November 30, 2025![]()
🕛 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.![]()
📍 Katepwa Library – 41 Elm St, Katepwa, SK![]()
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🛍️ One stop for all your Christmas baking and gift shopping![]()
🎅 Take a Selfie with Santa — 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.![]()
🎁 FREE admission — open to everyone!![]()
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We’re excited to welcome back Fay’s Gnomes and LJ Designs,![]()
plus our new vendors — Murphy’s Valley, Kathy’s Web, Art by Marlene, Linda’s Cookbook, Sunset Gourmet/Youngevity, and Creations by Char!![]()
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A special shout-out to Design Bags by Lella and Changing Up The Game, who have joined us every single year! 🙌![]()
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All proceeds from the Lions’ Bake Table and table rentals will support the Fort Qu’Appelle Haven Safe Shelter.![]()
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Support local vendors, enjoy the holiday spirit, and make some merry memories! ❤️
📣 Council meets tomorrow — Tuesday, November 18th at 7:00 PM![]()
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✅ Encroachment Lease Policy Clarification![]()
✅ Zoning Bylaw 2025 – Final Review![]()
✅ E-Transfer Policy![]()
✅ Trans Canada Trail – Memorandum of Understanding![]()
✅ Bylaw 2025-06 – Building Bylaw![]()
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Everyone is welcome to attend and stay connected with what’s happening in the District.
📅 Office Closure Notice![]()
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The District of Katepwa Office will be closed today, Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Remembrance Day.![]()
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Today, we pause to reflect on the courage and sacrifice of those who served — and continue to serve — for our freedom. ❤️![]()
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🕤Regular office hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12 — 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
🌿 Reminder: No Dumping on Private or Municipal Property![]()
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As a reminder to all residents, dumping leaves, branches, or yard waste on private property, municipal reserves, or other unauthorized areas is not permitted.![]()
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While it may seem harmless, this practice can:![]()
• Create fire hazards 🔥![]()
• Block drainage routes 💧![]()
• Damage natural vegetation 🌱![]()
• Diminish the beauty of our community 🌸![]()
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Please dispose of yard waste responsibly — through composting, approved disposal sites, or regular collection options where available.![]()
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Your cooperation helps keep the District clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. Thank you for doing your part!
🚨 Last Day to Have Your Say, Katepwa! 🚨![]()
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Today is the final day to complete the District of Katepwa Quality of Life Survey.![]()
Every response counts — please take a few minutes to share your thoughts and help shape the future of our community. 💜![]()
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💡 Ways to complete:![]()
• Scan the QR code in the image![]()
• Fill out a paper copy at the District Office (9:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM)![]()
• Complete it online here: survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50445480/Quality-of-Life-Survey-for-District-of-Katepwa-2025![]()
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📅 Closes: Tonight — November 7, 2025![]()
📧 Questions: anna@smallplacesrock.com![]()
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🙏 Thank you to everyone who has already participated!![]()
Your input helps guide decisions and build a stronger, more connected Katepwa. 💜