News Release: Proposed 2026 Budget Prepared for Council's Consideration The community is invited to listen and be part of the budget process by attending an upcoming meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, in Council Chambers, located at 1801B Beaufort Avenue in Comox. FMI ➡️ bit.ly/4ot8dvn

We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend! Just a reminder, Town Hall, the Comox Community Centre, and the Municipal Works Yard will be closed on Monday, October 13. Find out facility closure information and holiday weekend updates here: bit.ly/4mX2U5W

Downtown Comox will transform into a hub of Halloween fun on Oct. 31, as families and costumed kids take part in the annual Comox Halloween Parade from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Heads up, Comox Community Centre visitors! 🚗🛑 A new stop sign has been installed in the parking lot to improve safety for pedestrians and drivers. Check out the location below. A bright "new" sign will also be added for more visibility.

Casual job posting alert! The Town of Comox is now hiring for two casual relief jobs, one at Town Hall and the other at Comox Community Centre. ➡️ Casual Relief Accounting Clerk I (Town Hall) ➡️ Casual Relief Custodian (Comox Community Centre) Check out details by visiting Comox.ca/employment

Noon, October 7 update - the road is now open.

Improvements are underway at McKenzie Park (330 Quarry Road)! The pathway will be extended from the playground through to Torrence Road, making the park more accessible for everyone. This project is part of the Town’s ongoing commitment to improving accessibility across our parks system.

Happening next week, the virtual open house on the Urban Forest Management Strategy. Sign up today and have your say! Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 Time: 6:30–8:00 p.m. Where: Online - details and participation link at engagecomoxvalley.ca/urbanforest

This weekend, one of our online community members, J Kashetsky, shared a special sighting along the K’ómoks Estuary — a Belted Kingfisher spotted at high tide. Thank you for sharing your photos with us and for encouraging others to appreciate and enjoy these natural spaces!

Aspen Park playground is getting a well-deserved upgrade! The playground is now closed while we begin the transformation, and we’re excited to share more details with you in the coming weeks. Thank you to our funding partners — Kal Tire's Replay Fund and the Comox Valley Lions Club. 💛

Join us at the Comox Community Centre on Tuesdays from Oct. 28 to Dec. 2 for free sessions with local experts on parenting topics that matter most to families. New this year: Free, healthy meals for participants thanks to funding from PlanH BC Healthy Communities Grant Program. FMI: bit.ly/3INweOv

The Town of Comox has launched an accessibility map to help residents and visitors find the most accessible paths around town, thanks to the grant funding support of The Social Planning and Research Council of British Columbia. News Release: bit.ly/48jBrrP Review the map: comox.ca/accessibilitymap

🦇Get ready for Bat Week by visiting the displays at the Comox Community Centre! 🦇 As we gear up to celebrate Bat Week (Oct. 24-31), drop by the Comox Community Centre to explore the new informative displays on everything bats!

For many years, Comox Nautical Days was an incredible success — thanks in large part to two outstanding community members: Dave and Paul. Councillors Chris Haslett (Chair of the Comox Nautical Days Committee) and Dr. Jonathan Kerr (Co-Chair) present Dave & Paul with service awards.

Please join us for a virtual open house for the development of the Town of Comox's Urban Forest Management Strategy. Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 Time: 6:30–8:00 p.m. Where: Online - details and participation link at engagecomoxvalley.ca/urbanforest FMI: news release 👉 bit.ly/42YXPTw

It's a regular meeting of Council today, Wednesday, October 1, beginning at 5:00 p.m. You can attend in person at 1801B Beaufort Avenue in Council Chambers or watch the meeting online on the Town's YouTube Channel. Council's agenda can be viewed online bit.ly/4mD0NEh

We’re kicking off the countdown to Bat Week with something fun for you and your furry friends. Whether you love raising awareness about the role bats play in our ecosystem, or just enjoy dressing up your pet for a good cause, this is your chance to get involved. comox.ca/battypets

The Survivors' Flag raised for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Survivors’ Flag is an expression of remembrance of the children who did not return from residential schools & honours the Survivors and all the communities affected. Join for the Spirit Walk today at 10 am.

The tax sale scheduled for Monday, September 29, 2025, has been cancelled. There are no properties subject to the tax sale in the Town of Comox. For more information: comox.ca/taxsale

The Town of Comox Official Community Plan (OCP) update is in its final stages! The draft Development Permit Area (DPA) Guidelines and OCP are now available for review until Sept. 26, 2025. View the draft OCP & DPAs: engagecomoxvalley.ca/comoxocp Feedback to: [email protected]

Now Hiring: Part-Time Child Care Worker The Town of Comox is accepting applications for a Child Care Worker at the Comox Community Centre. Hours: 10 per week Position type: Regular, part-time (unionized, CUPE Local 556) Deadline to Apply: Friday, October 3, 2025 comox.ca/employment

Good morning and happy first day of fall! #fallmornings I #downtowncomox I #flowerstillbloom I #colourfulflowerbeds

A huge congratulations to Pascal Lafreniere on his promotion to Assistant Fire Chief of Comox Fire Rescue. Pascal has been a dedicated member of Comox Fire since 2009 and has played an important role in many of our successes over the years. We wish Pascal every success in his new position.

🌿 Got extra yard waste that doesn’t fit in your organics cart? We’ve got you covered! From October 1 to November 30, you can drop off accepted yard waste for FREE as part of the FireSmart™ Yard Waste Drop-Off program! Vancouver Island Enterprises – 1200 Knight Rd, Comox FMI: bit.ly/42weEoI

The council has added key priorities from the town’s first-ever Parks & Trails Master Plan to the strategic plan. Public engagement on the plan began in 2024 with surveys, pop-up events and public events that provided opportunities for feedback on the final plan. Check it out here: bit.ly/4nCsA8U

After more than 42 years of dedication—including over 25 years of full-time service—Assistant Fire Chief Rick Shelton is retiring from Comox Fire Rescue. 👉 Stop by between 12–4 p.m. to share your congratulations, stories, and well-wishes at the Comox Fire Hall (1870 Noel Ave.)

The Town of Comox Official Community Plan (OCP) update is in its final stages! The draft Development Permit Area (DPA) Guidelines and OCP are now available for review until Sept. 26, 2025. 📍 View the draft OCP & DPAs: engagecomoxvalley.ca/comoxocp ✉️ Share feedback: [email protected]

Everyone is encouraged to come out this Saturday, September 13 (9 am - 4:30 pm) and cheer on the racers in what promises to be the biggest Comox Dragon Boat Festival yet! Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or a curious spectator, come check it out at #Comoxmarinapark! FMI: bit.ly/4fOz5mq

Comox Fire Rescue honours the bravery of first responders, military service members and the heroism of citizens on this 24th anniversary of 9/11. Members of CFR run approximately 125 flights of stairs in their training tower to ensure that we will never forget the events of that tragic day.

We're looking for Comox Nautical Days Festival Committee members to serve as the governing body responsible for providing high-level oversight, strategic direction & decision-making authority for the annual Comox Nautical Days Festival. Application details: comox.ca/comoxnauticaldayscommittee

Happy to represent the Town of Comox at the 50th anniversary celebration for the Comox Valley Sports Centre. I love serving on our regional Recreation Commission! #ActiveLiving @comoxvalleyrd.bsky.social @comox.ca

Celebrate 30 Years of Operation High Jump! 🎉 Join the community at Vanier Track for a day of talent, sportsmanship & joy. ➡️ Read More Here: bit.ly/3I3uhNx ➡️ Register: bit.ly/4p7BwEG

A section of Port Augusta Street (and sidewalk) will be closed to traffic and pedestrians to work on the construction of a new BC Transit exchange. A map is located on the website.

CVRD Update: September 3, 2025 📋 Weigh in on Waste 📰 New CVRD Monthly E-Newsletter 🏊 Sports/Aquatic Centres Fall Schedule in Effect 📢 Share Feedback: Tourism Strategy 🔔 Get Notified 🔥 FireSmart Prevention Tip 🎉 Sports Centre 50th Celebration Read more: ow.ly/5YSP50WQKpg #ComoxValleyRD

It's a regular meeting of Council tomorrow, Wednesday, September 3, beginning at 5:00 p.m. You can attend in person at 1801B Beaufort Avenue in Council Chambers or watch the meeting online. Council's agenda can be viewed online, bit.ly/3HXCJxN .

👏 Special thanks to Elevate for producing such a smooth, high-energy Music in the Park event and to all the amazing entertainers — Jesse Waldman & Marc L'Esperance, Velavox, Jack Garton Music and Phonosonics— for filling the park with music that had everyone up on their feet!

The Harbour Greenway is now fully lit from Downtown to Marina Park — plus the new pop-up park at Comox Ave & Port Augusta. Improved marina-pedestrian connectivity is part of the Town's Downtown Economic Development Strategy, supported by the Downtown Comox. Read more here: bit.ly/4n2Ca4q

Looking for a fun challenge? The team has installed three new picnic tables at Royal Elks and Purple Park—two of which now come with built-in chess boards! 🏖️♟️ Plus, there’s a brand new permanent bean bag toss game to enjoy with friends and family. 🎯 This park just got more playful!

🌞 Cool off in Comox! 💧 Temporary misting stations: • Port Augusta & Comox Ave • Village Park Field • Outside Town Hall Permanent stations: Aspen, Anderton, Filberg Park, Highland More cooling spaces 👉 comoxvalleyrd.ca/coolingspaces

The Town of Comox is looking for a casual relief custodian to be part of this energetic crew. If you're reliable, detail-oriented and ready to make a positive impact in this facility, we want to hear from you! comox.ca/employment.

The Town of Comox is auctioning exercise equipment. 🗓️ Bidding closes Sept 4, 2025 @ 4 PM PDT 👉 Register & bid: GovDeals.ca (Street address required – no P.O. boxes) Don’t miss it!

✨ Thank you, Comox Valley and Visitors from Out of Town! ✨ The 2025 Nautical Days Festival was a huge success thanks to YOU – our incredible volunteers, sponsors, performers, community and visitors. 💙 Read the news release here: bit.ly/4mobnje

Today, we raised the #Pride flag outside of Comox Town Hall with members of Town Council and other community supporters. It's a reminder that discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression has no place.

The City of Courtenay will be upgrading the traffic signal cabinet at the intersection of Lerwick & McDonald Road. 📅 Thursday, August 21, 2025 ⏰ 4 a.m. to 11 a.m. 🔴 Traffic lights will be turned off 🚗 NO ROAD CLOSURE - Lane reductions on all four approaches (some may be limited to a single lane)

Music in the Park is coming! Sunday, August 31, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Comox Marina Park! Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an afternoon of FREE entertainment. Video and production: Elevate the Arts