The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is alerting residents of Union Bay that they will move to Stage 2 water restrictions beginning Monday August 30, 2021.
Community
Starting September 7 helmets will be required for all public skates
The Comox Valley Sports Centre beginning September 7, 2021 will require all patrons participating in a public skate to use a helmet. Helmets provide a protective layer for our thin skulls and are designed to create a surface area to absorb the force received during a fall.
CVCF Announces Granting Program for 2021/2022
The Comox Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) is pleased to announce that over $275,000 will be available in the form of grants for registered charities and not for profit organizations in 2021-2022.
UBCM awards $1 million grant towards Strengthening Community Services project in the Comox Valley
The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) in partnership with the City of Courtenay and the Coalition to End Homelessness has been awarded over one million dollars in grant funding towards projects dedicated to providing urgent and temporary support to unsheltered homeless populations and addressing related community impacts in the region. The funding is being administered by Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) on behalf of the Province and the Government of Canada’s Safe Restart program.
UBCM awards $1 million grant towards Strengthening Community Services project in the Comox Valley
The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) in partnership with the City of Courtenay and the Coalition to End Homelessness has been awarded over one million dollars in grant funding towards projects dedicated to providing urgent and temporary support to unsheltered homeless populations and addressing related community impacts in the region. The funding is being administered by Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) on behalf of the Province and the Government of Canada’s Safe Restart program.
New Playground Opens in Fanny Bay
“In the rural areas of the Comox Valley, recreation amenities like this one ensure that residents can spend quality time with friends, neighbours, and family without having to travel a great distance.”
Construction Delays at the Comox Valley Waste Management Centre
We are asking residents to please minimize all non-essential trips to the landfill during this time, as this construction is expected to increase wait times up to 30 min during peak hours,”
New Electric Zamboni Being Unveiled
The new Zamboni not only produces zero emissions but also will save approximately $6,000 annually compared to the older propane Zamboni.
LUSH Valley Donor Gifts $10, 000 Towards Property Purchase In Central Courtenay
“Working with LUSH Valley for the past 15 years, I recognize the need for a permanent and secure home for gathering, storing and redistributing local food”,
Metal Recycling at Kus-kus-sum
In the spirit of summer fun, Project Watershed is holding a contest to see who can guess the number of full bins of metal that will come of the site. If you want to take a stab at estimating, email Caila.Holbrook@projectwatershed.ca, or post your guess to Instagram or Facebook with #metalrecycling and #kuskussum, by Friday June 23rd. The closest three guesses will win a $25 gift certificate from the Peninsula Co-op. If there are more than three correct guesses we will draw three names from those who have guessed correctly.
Comox Valley Airport Welcomes the YQQ Ambassadors Back
The YQQ Ambassador program has been in operation since before the current terminal was built, and some of
our dedicated volunteers have been serving since that time.
Blaney Wants New Agency Office in North Island-Powell River
Blaney added that North Island-Powell River is also perfectly aligned with the government’s blue economy strategy mandate: “We have an ocean economy. The conservation and restoration of wild Pacific salmon habitats is a high priority for all of our residents. We are highly concerned with the climate crisis. We are actively engaging in reconciliation projects with the First Nations in our area. And we are also suffering economically, in part because of the decisions of your government.”
Successful AAP Moves Critical Sewer Upgrades Forward
The Conveyance Project is the next step in a sewer upgrade planning process that began in 2018. The Comox Valley Sewer Service Liquid Waste Management Plan was developed over three years, with public engagement at each stage, and the active participation of a public advisory committee.
Stage 2 Water Restrictions Take Effect
The CVRD will be working closely with BC Hydro to monitor the situation and will update residents as needed. BC Hydro reduces the amount of water it releases down the Puntledge River to ensure there is enough water available to keep the river flowing optimally for fish habitat and migration until the fall rains arrive.
CVRD Not Proceeding with Proposed Roadside Waste Collection
“We’ve received strong feedback from residents, and we’ll be taking this time to reflect on what was shared with us,”
High Risk Activities Fire Ban in Effect for the Comox Valley
“We have had a very hot dry summer so far, and being at it is so early on in the season we need to work together to protect our community, property and natural landscapes,”