MEET JIM
Jim Smith serves as TNRD Director for Electoral Area E (Bonaparte Plateau).
Jim has called South Green Lake home for 14 years. Before being elected Area E Director in October 2022 for a four-year term, he served with the South Green Lake Volunteer Fire Department for 10 years, retiring as Captain.
He also served on the Green Lake Snowmobile Club Executive for six years. His community involvement has carried into his role representing residents and advocating for non-profit organizations at the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
SERVING AREA E SINCE 2022
Jim worked persistently with the transportation ministry to have the posted speed limit through the Seventy Mile House area reduced from 100 km/h to 90 km/h. Further speed-control measures are being planned at Highway 97 and North Bonaparte Road.
Jim worked with various agencies to have enforceable signage posted where semis were parking illegally in front of a resident’s home on the frontage road beside Highway 97.
The TNRD Dangerous Dog Bylaw was amended to include Area E and other areas, following concerns raised by a local resident’s experience.
As a retired volunteer firefighter and TNRD Director, Jim attended daily wildfire briefings provided by BC Wildfire and the TNRD during the 2026 wildfire season and shared important updates with residents through his Facebook page. Jim and his wife followed the South Green Lake evacuation order.
The Area E funding summary records $416,372.62 during Jim’s tenure: $43,352.75 in Electoral Area grants-in-aid and $373,019.87 in CCBF funding for community organizations and infrastructure. Northern Development approvals are listed separately below.
Jim’s regional board and committee work has covered health care, economic development, solid waste and utility systems. He has also worked with regional, provincial and federal representatives to make sure Area E’s voice is heard.
THE NEXT FOUR YEARS
Jim’s priorities for another term build on the work already underway and the concerns shared by Area E residents.
Continue advocating for road safety improvements across Area E.
Advocate for stronger wildfire preparedness and keep residents informed.
Advocate for responsible rural infrastructure and water systems that serve our communities.
Continue supporting the local organizations, facilities and volunteers that help rural Area E thrive.
Keep listening to residents and working with regional, provincial and federal representatives to make Area E’s voice heard.
JIM SMITH · AREA E
Making a difference together.
A MESSAGE FROM JIM
Grateful for your trust. Ready to continue the work.
OCTOBER 21, 2026 · TNRD UPDATE
Recovery support is available for residents affected by the Fiftynine Creek, French Bar Creek and Pear Lake wildfires (Big Bar Lake Complex).
The TNRD’s October 21 newsletter includes one-on-one assistance, financial and insurance referrals, agricultural support, cleanup kits, and mental health and wellness resources.
Need help navigating recovery?
Call the TNRD Recovery Line at 778-583-1744, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Concerns about wildfire response and communication deserve to be heard. Find out where to share your experience, who is responsible for what, and how to request a response.
Two-page guide with clickable contacts and official links. Opens in a new tab.
LET’S CONNECT
Have a question or a community issue to share?
Contact Jim directly.