Community Event Permits

 A permit is required when:

• an event will impact traffic/vehicle flow, park usage etc.
• exclusive use is being requested
• tents or structures are erected

Submit your application no less than 15 days before and no more than 60 days in advance of the event. 

• If a liquor license is required, a request must be submitted to Council and a safety plan must be submitted.
• Documents such as insurance, permits, a site map and road closure request must be submitted 15 days in advance of the event.

Yes, see the Community Event Planning Guide for requirements.

In order to serve liquor at your event, you must submit a letter to Council requesting approval before obtaining a BC Special Event Liquor Permit. You can submit the letter to Council by email or in person to the Administration Department at City Hall. If your event will have liquor:

• a security plan must be in place at the time of the request
• obtain a Special Event Liquor Permit through the BC portal

A Temporary Food Permit from Northern Health is required to sell or serve food at an event. Visit Northern Health's website to learn more.

 A road closure is included with your Community Event Permit application and will be completed internally by staff.

 A temporary operating permit through Technical Safety BC is required. Learn more about obtaining an operating permit on the Technical Safety BC website.

Yes, please include the following information: areas of use, vehicle and emergency access or egress, portable washrooms (1 for every 50 people), dumpsters, tents, inflatables and other onsite activities.