The Town of Comox is proud to announce a week of activities to commemorate its 80th anniversary—marking eight decades since its incorporation as a Village municipality on January 14, 1946, and later re-incorporated as a Town on March 31, 1967.
The anniversary week will take place January 12–18, 2026, featuring events designed to reflect on Comox’s history, highlight local stories, and bring residents together in a spirit of community pride. As we celebrate this milestone, the Town recognizes and honours the leadership and stewardship of the Pentlatch, E’iksan, Sahtloot, Sasitla and K’ómoks First Nation, the caretakers of this land since time immemorial.
“The Town’s 80th anniversary is a celebration of our people, our history, and the future we are building together. I invite everyone to join us, share their stories, and be part of this special moment,” said Comox Mayor Nicole Minions.
On the official anniversary date—Wednesday, January 14, 2026—the Town will host a Community Open House at the Comox Archives and Museum and the Pearl Ellis Art Gallery, located at 1729 Comox Avenue. The event will run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and will include:
- Opening ceremony with remarks from the Mayor (with additional speakers to be announced)
- Meet-and-greet with past and present elected officials and community leaders
- Tours and exhibitions at the museum and art gallery
- Interactive activities for children and adults
- Cupcakes to mark this milestone celebration
The 80th anniversary week is made possible through the support of valued community partners across the region. The Town of Comox is proud to collaborate with organizations and associations on the week-long activities. We welcome partners to join the festivities in their own distinct and meaningful ways.
To kick off the celebrations, the Comox Archives and Museum will host 80 Years: A Comox Time Capsule, an exhibit offering a glimpse into life in 1945–46 through photographs, newspaper excerpts, and local stories. The displays highlight a transformative period when the community rallied after the war, advocated for incorporation, and experienced the island-shaking 1946 earthquake—showcasing the spirit and determination that helped shape today's Comox.
“The Comox anniversary time capsule exhibit is an opportunity for people to visit the museum, discover something new about Comox, and appreciate the people, places, and stories that make our Town so special,” said Tammi Hall, Board Member, Comox Archives and Museum Society. “We look forward to welcoming you—ask us questions, explore the displays, and be part of the upcoming celebrations.”
Residents and visitors are invited to participate by sharing memories and photos of Comox through the Town’s 80th anniversary webpage and social media channels. For details and the full schedule of events, visit comox.ca/80years.
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Media Contacts:
Nicole Minions, Comox Mayor
nminions@comox.ca
250-339-2202