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RDKB - Regional District of Kootenay Boundary

Should a Big White restaurant add entertainment?

Fourth Ace Bar & Smokehouse is seeking approval for patron participation entertainment (dancing, karaoke, trivia nights) at their Big White location - but it's directly below 49 residential units in Snow Ghost Inn.

  • 🎤 Entertainment would include dancing, karaoke, open mic nights, and trivia

  • 🏠 The establishment operates inside Snow Ghost Inn with residents living above

  • ❌ RDKB Board previously rejected this application in May 2025

  • 📋 New consultation required because previous public input didn't meet provincial standards

  • 🕚 Entertainment must end by midnight under provincial rules

35 opposed, 2 in favor
Letters received during previous consultation for a liquor primary application at the same establishment, showing overwhelming resident opposition due to noise concerns and past problems

  • ✉️ Hand-delivered notices to buildings within 100m (Canada Post strike backup)

  • 📋 Development notification sign posted on the property

  • 🏥 Board will consider resident feedback at October 29th meeting

  • 📝 Written comments must be specific to entertainment endorsement application

  • ⚖️ Provincial liquor branch will make final licensing decision

Fourth Ace Bar & Smokehouse, 20 Kettle View Road, Big White Mountain
Location map

Do you support entertainment licensing for Fourth Ace?

Next Steps: RDKB Board meets October 8th to decide on consultation process. If approved, public consultation period will follow. A Board meeting is scheduled for October 29th. Submit written comments during any consultation period or attend meetings to participate.

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Oct 8, 2025