Water Quality and Restrictions; Outdoor Burning and Fire Conditions
Critical repairs are being done today between 9:00 am and noon which will affect water pressure throughout the morning. Please avoid using the dishwasher and washer until this afternoon.
Thanks for your patience today, as the crew worked hard to resolve the water leak. It’s been fixed and the water is back on!
Please be advised that we are experiencing a severe water line break and service will be shut off at 09:30 a.m Crews are onsite working to resolve the issue. We will advise when service is restored. Thank you or your understanding.
As of May 15, 2026, Gillies Bay Improvement District implements an open burn ban due to heightened fire risks associated with dry conditions and seasonal weather patterns. This ban is a critical measure aimed at protecting our community, wildlife, and natural resources from the devastating impacts of wildfires.
If you hear the fire siren, please shut off any open taps until the fire emergency has been rectified.
Fire Chief: Dave Beech * chief@gilliesbayvfd.ca * 604-414-5121
Cranby Lake has cleared up and testing has shown improved quality.
Remember, for those who are immuno-compromised, please continue to boil your water.
Please join us for the AGM this Sunday where we will be presenting important information about the future of our water supply and changes within the Fire Department.
April 8, 2026
Effective Immediately – Until Further Notice
Turbulence at the lake is causing an upswing in turbidity in the pipes, resulting in an uncertainty that chlorine is as effective as it could. This may be temporary but we want to be cautious. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
Boil water at a full rolling boil for a MINIMUM of 1 MINUTE
Boil water for any of the following uses: drinking, food preparation, coffee, brushing teeth, infant formula, ice, washing fruit and vegetables, beer and wine making, canning.
Please help us spread the word.
Thank you.
Good news! Now that the chlorinator is repaired, and the water has been tested, we can lift the Boil Water Notice in Gillies Bay, effective January 8, 2026!
Note that we remain on a Boil Water Advisory, for infants and those who are immuno-compromised.
Boil Water Notice – Effective Immediately and Until Further Notice
Sadly, a critical piece of electronic equipment failed at the chlorinator last night, resulting in our need to go on Boil Water Notice. We are in the process of sourcing the replacement part. We will keep you informed as to when the repair takes place.
In the meantime, boil water at a full rolling boil for a MINIMUM of 1 MINUTE
Boil water for any of the following uses: drinking, food preparation, coffee, brushing teeth, infant formula, ice, washing fruit and vegetables, beer and wine making, canning.
Please help us spread the word to your neighbours!
Good news!
Boil Water Notice is lifted in Gillies Bay, effective November 18!
Note that we remain on a Boil Water Advisory, for infants and those who are immuno-compromised.