Happy 102nd birthday, Royal Canadian Air Force and 19 Wing Comox!
Today, the Town of Comox proudly joins Canadians from coast to coast in celebrating 102 years of the Royal Canadian Air Force, formed on April 1, 1924. Thank you for serving Canada and for being such a valued part of our community.
A calm spring sky over Point Holmes yesterday revealed what looks like a bunny-shaped cloud—just in time for the holiday weekend.
Find out all the information you need to know about facility closures, waste collection and the Easter event. bit.ly/4m1RtuU
Wishing everyone a safe & enjoyable weekend.
It's a regular meeting of Council this week, Wednesday, April 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 YouTube. www.youtube.com/@TOComox/str...
Council's agenda can be viewed online, bit.ly/4s1lj4c
Picture yourself here in Comox! We might have the perfect opportunity for you! We’re currently hiring for a range of roles
🔹 Utilities Operator
🔹 Public Works Foreperson
🔹 Casual Child Care Worker
🔹 Casual Relief Clerk Typist I
🔹 Engineering Summer Student
👉 comox.ca/employment
The Town of Comox is developing a tree bylaw and is inviting residents to an open house to learn more about the proposed bylaw, ask questions, and provide feedback.
Date: Wed, Apr.8
Time: 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre (1801 Beaufort Avenue)
Read more: bit.ly/4rDVTcL
The Town of Comox is moving forward with the construction of the new Mack Laing viewing platform.
The Town thanks the community for their patience as work continues in this area, and we look forward to welcoming everyone to the completed platform in the fall of 2026.
Read more➡️ bit.ly/4c7jdeh
The Town of Comox is pleased to share photos of the upgraded pathway along the Brooklyn Creek Greenway. Over the past several weeks, crews have undertaken improvements, including tree maintenance, pathway upgrades, and drainage enhancements. The trail is open with localized work in place.
Each spring, our Public Works team conducts a thorough flushing of over 450 fire hydrants across Comox to remove any mineral build-up and keep our water system running smoothly.
✅ Learn more bit.ly/4d7FEP1
Students and teachers from École Au-coeur-de-l’île in Comox visited Town Hall today and joined Town Council members in raising the Franco-Columbian flag to mark the Month of La Francophonie, celebrated worldwide.
Tomorrow, March 20, is International Day of La Francophonie.
Today, the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) recognizes Transit Worker and Operator Appreciation Day! Riders are encouraged to take a moment today to thank their driver or transit staff for helping keep the community moving. 🙏
Read more here 👉 https://ow.ly/C4Mq50YvXm0
It's a regular meeting of Council this week, Wednesday, March 18, 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/4bfQm7k .
The Town of Comox is developing a tree bylaw and is inviting residents to an open house to learn more about the proposed bylaw, ask questions, and provide feedback.
Date: Wed., Apr. 8
Time: 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre (1801 Beaufort Ave)
Read more here: bit.ly/4rDVTcL
Are you a civil engineering or civil engineering technology student at a Canadian post-secondary institution? The Town of Comox is hiring an Engineering Summer Student for the 2026 season!
📅 May 4 – August 28, 2026
🕗 Monday to Friday | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
🔗 comox.ca/employment
The Comox Marina main dock area is now open to the public, giving residents and visitors greater access to the waterfront.
This enhancement reflects collaboration between the Town and Downtown Comox to continue strengthening the marina as a vibrant hub in the community.
Read more bit.ly/4bDBxvp
🦋✨ March 14 is National Learn About Butterflies Day!
❓ Did you know that our beautiful Vancouver Island is home to around 70 butterfly species? Many of these vibrant creatures choose to stay right here year-round, finding cozy spots to overwinter.
Learn more by visiting, bit.ly/4bl9P5t
We are currently hiring everything from a full-time public works foreperson to a number of casual and student positions.
Put in your application today! The complete details on the positions, including compensation and hours of work, can be found at comox.ca/employment
POV: The moment Hands On Farm summer jobs get posted 🪿✨
Now hiring:
👉 Summer Day Camp Leaders (2–3 positions)
👉 Summer Camp Support Leaders (1–2 positions)
👉 Hands On Farm Supervisor (1 position)
👉 Hands On Farm Attendant (1 position)
🔗 comox.ca/employment
We "spring forward" this weekend as daylight saving time begins! Set your clocks ahead on Sun. Mar. 8 (2 a.m.).
Embrace the extra sunlight and make the most of your evenings by enjoying a walk through a park or visiting the Community Centre when you need that added boost of energy in the morning!
We're currently recruiting for a student accounting clerk and a casual clerk-typist for the finance team at Town Hall.
If you're interested or know someone who would be our ideal match, have them check out our employment page comox.ca/employment .
🎨 A once ordinary shipping container at the Comox Community Centre has been transformed into a vibrant work of art.
As part of her Grade 12 capstone project, local youth artist Maggie Wilson created a mural featuring native plants found in the Comox Valley.
Learn more here: bit.ly/46HDZyd
A section of the pathway will be closed: off Church Street, towards Cotton Wood Greenway.
Friday, March 6, 2026
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Pedestrians will need to take an alternate route.
The town's public works crew will be on-site to repair the underground service line.
The Town of Comox is inviting local businesses and organizations to come aboard as sponsors for the 2026 Comox Nautical Days.
Join us in making this year's event memorable, and thank you to all the returning sponsors who make this event possible year after year!
Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4l8BbjA
The Town of Comox has acquired a new park, with a completed purchase agreement with the property owners at 1413 Balmoral, approximately 2.6 hectares, for use as a new public park and green space.
Read more in the news release about the park, the family history and some of the plans: bit.ly/4b79kMf
The Comox Community Centre spring and summer recreation guide is now available to view online at comox.ca/recguide
Registration opens on Mon., Mar. 9, at 6:00 a.m., and on Mon. Apr. 27, at 6:00 a.m., for summer camps.
Register online, in person at the community centre, or by phone at 250-339-2255
Agenda Update: Please note that the OCP Amendment application for 1533 Cedar Avenue is on hold at this time (at the developer’s request) and will not be considered at the March 4 Regular Council Meeting.
It's a regular meeting of Council this week, Wed., Mar. 4, beginning at 5:00 p.m. You can attend in person at 1801B Beaufort Avenue in Council Chambers.
The Parcel Tax Review Panel agenda begins at 4:55 p.m.
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Council's regular agenda can be viewed online, bit.ly/4cYvzq0 .
Beginning Monday, March 2, crews will be completing upgrades along the Brooklyn Creek Greenway. Work will include tree maintenance, path improvements, and drainage upgrades.
More details here: bit.ly/4r5A31n
