Neil Belenkie said he made the decision after a bylaw amendment regarding the city's road ends was voted down at the last council meeting.

Parking lots at White Pine Beach, Sasamat Lake and Buntzen Lake were all closed before 9 a.m. Sunday.

After nearly a year of pushing from owners in Belcarra, water-only access properties are now exempt from the province's speculation tax.

Transport Canada says if it investigates and finds operators broke federal regulations they could face fines or suspensions.

The mayor said the party, which featured helicopters and supercars, is proof that owners aren't vetting people who rent their properties.

Anmore's mayor says the event crossed a line, while Belcarra's mayor said a future such party could be welcome -- for a price.

If you own only one home and are a British Columbian you are exempt from the tax, but must still fill out a declaration.

A group of residents of Belcarra are getting closer to launching a class action lawsuit against the B.C. government over the speculation tax.

The speculation tax has been criticized by mayors in Kelowna, Langford and West Kelowna for hurting the local housing market.

Metro Vancouver says the popular beach in Belcarra Park is closed until further notice.