Governance

The Islands Trust

Is a unique federation of local governments serving islands in the Salish Sea. We are responsible for preserving and protecting the islands' unique amenities and environment.

In 1974, in recognition of the special nature of the islands in the southern Strait of Georgia and Howe Sound, the Government of British Columbia enacted the Islands Trust Act to protect this unique part of the world. This remarkable area is home to an exceptional variety of species of birds, fish, intertidal life, wildlife and plants. Outstanding scenery and recreational resources include panoramic viewpoints, sheltered bays with secluded beaches, protected marine waterways and anchorages and pastoral vistas. The islands also support strong communities characterized by a mix of lifestyles, livelihoods and individuals. Island residents join together to bring special skills and viewpoints to sustain a tradition of community involvement.
Contact your Mayne Island Trustee
Jeannine Dodds
250-539-2411
jdodds@islandstrust.bc.ca

David Maude
250-483-4755
dmaude@islandstrust.bc.ca

Mayne Island Improvement District

The regular monthly meeting of the MIID Board of Trustees is held at the Board Room, on the 2nd Monday of the month – 9:00 AM Upstairs (at rear) Fire hall – 250-539-5116

(If 2nd Monday is a Statutory Holiday meeting will be on 3rd Monday)

 The date may be changed from time to time due to holidays or other events. Notices of such changes will be posted & published -
check our online calendar.

Please call the MIID Administrator at (250)-539-5116 or e-mail miid@shaw.ca in advance if you wish to attend the Board Meeting, as seating is limited

​What is an Improvement District?

  • A form of elected “local government” individually set up in the past by the BC Government so that unorganised territories could provide themselves with specific municipal-like services and functions under the Local Government Act.
  • Now (2006) outmoded because of the creation of Regional Districts throughout the province and which provide all manner of municipal services and functions.
  • “Improvement district trustees are elected by landowners in order to direct the operation and administration of those public services for which the improvement district is responsible. There is an expectation of improvement district trustees that they will make informed, transparent decisions. Many decisions made by Trustees require an understanding of legislation, insurance, property assessment, taxation, meeting procedures, basic water system design, water quality standards, fire protection, labour relations and bylaw enforcement. Learning about these issues is often an ongoing process for improvement district trustees. To assist Trustees the provincial government has published a Handbook for Trustees”

    http://www.cscd.gov.bc.ca/lgd/gov_structure/library/trustees_handbook.pdf
What We Do

  • Manage our resources and properties as well as maintain accurate and transparent financial records.
  • Provide governance and oversight to the Fire Department.
  • Prepare and pass Bylaws for our activities as well as for our revenues and major capital expenditures.
  • Hold regular public meetings on the island.
  • All Board meetings are held the 2nd Monday of the month, 9 AM. Please call the Administrator (250)-539-5116 or email: miid@shaw.ca in advance if you wish to attend as seating is limited. Thank you