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News and Public Notices 

On this page, you will find official Town of Comox news releases, public notices, media advisories, and official statements.  

Media Inquiries: The Town of Comox is happy to help answer questions about your Town's story. For all media inquiries, please call 250-331-6471. 

Presenting of the First Poppy to Town's Mayor - Remembrance Day 2026

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The first poppy is presented to the Governor General, followed by provincial Lieutenant Governors and then local mayors.Today, Friday, October 23,…

Halloween Safety and the Use of Fireworks Prohibited

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The Town of Comox and Comox Fire Rescue are reminding residents that fireworks are restricted by way of bylaw.  To prevent fires and injuries,…

Declaration of Official 2026 Municipal Election Results for the Town of Comox

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Official results for the Town of Comox’s 2026 General Local Election have now been declared following a final review of the ballot counts. …

Traffic Advisory: delays on Comox Ave at Glacier View Dr (extended to Oct 30, 2026)

this project has been extended through Oct 30, 2026 PLEASE BE AWARE of the partial road (and sidewalk) closures on Comox Avenue at Glacier View…

Half-Masting Notice - Tragedy at CFB Wainwright

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Posted by the Comox Mayor, Nicole Minions: The Town of Comox is lowering our flags to half-mast following the tragedy at Canadian Forces Base…

Preliminary 2026 Municipal Election Results for the Town of Comox

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Preliminary election results are in for Town of Comox councillors.    Council-elect members are: Jonathan Kerr (3749)Jessica Wegg (…

Traffic Advisory: delays on Beckton Drive (east end at Lazo Rd) extended through Oct 23rd

This advisory has been extended through Oct 23. PLEASE BE AWARE of the partial road closure on Beckton Drive (east end at Lazo Rd) - see area…

Pop-Up Park End of Season - Village Park Oct.14

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Well, the time has come…the Pop-Up Park beside the Comox Community Centre is heading into hibernation! Thank you to everyone who stopped by,…

Free Transit Services for Municipal Election - October 17

Reposted from BC Transit News Release - Transit Services for Municipal Election BC Transit and participating local government partners across the…

Early Years Parent Speaker Series Returns to the Comox Community Centre

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The Town of Comox is pleased to welcome families back to its Early Years Parent Speaker Series this fall. Running from October 27 to November 24,…

Holiday Information & Thanksgiving Closures - October 12, 2026

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The Comox Community Centre, Town Hall and the Municipal Works Yard will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026, in celebration of Thanksgiving Day. …

Stage 3 Water Restrictions Back in Effect October 8

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Reposted from the Comox Valley Regional District.  Low rainfall this fall affecting water levels in the Puntledge River Residents connected to…

Help Keep Storm Drains (Catch Basins) Clear of Leaves

With the arrival of this year's storm season, in an effort to prevent local flooding, the Town of Comox is requesting your assistance in clearing…

Caution: What Are You Putting into the Storm Drain and Sewer Systems?

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report a Prohibited or accidental Discharge Image Contact Town of Comox Public Works Supervisor…

A Lasting Welcome to Comox: Totem Pole Blessed and Unveiled at Comox Avenue/Glacier View Roundabout

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On Saturday, October 3, community members gathered at the Comox Avenue and Glacier View Drive roundabout to witness the blessing and unveiling of a…