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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. 

Traffic Advisory: intersection closed on Aspen Road, at Grumman Plc (Oct 5-8, 2026 / 7:30am-6pm)

PLEASE BE AWARE of the intersection closure on Aspen Road, at Grumman Place - see closed area marked on map below. October 5-8, 2026 7:30am - 6pm…

Traffic Advisory: Westbound lane closure and detour on Comox Avenue (Rodello to Glacier View) on Saturday October 3, 2026 (9am-12 noon)

PLEASE BE AWARE of the westbound lane closure and detour below: Saturday Oct 3, 2026 9am - 12 noon The westbound lane (leaving Comox) on Comox…

Comox Fire Rescue is Now Recruiting Firefighters

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Comox Fire Rescue is seeking dedicated community members to join its team of paid-on-call firefighters. Residents interested in serving their…

Traffic Advisory: delays on Downey Avenue (Aitken to Rodello) Sept 29 - Oct 15, 2026 (7am-7pm)

PLEASE BE AWARE of the partial road closure on Downey Avenue (Aitken to Rodello) – see area marked on map below. Sept 29 - Oct 15, 2026 7am -…

Survivors' Flag Raised and Other Flags to Fly at Half-Mast - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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At Town Hall, the Survivors' Flag is raised for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Survivors’ Flag is an expression of remembrance…

Splash Park Closed for the Season

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Image Comox Rotary Splash Park The Comox Rotary Splash Park has now closed (Sept 2026…

Have a Working Smoke Alarm? You May Get Free Pizza!

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To celebrate Fire Prevention Week, Domino’s Pizza and the Courtenay and Comox fire departments are once again partnering to reward residents who have…

Comox Fire Rescue Recruitment On Now

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Join the Comox Fire Rescue Team  Recruitment Schedule Open House: October 20 | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Application Deadline: November 5 Physical…

Free Yard Debris Drop-Off to Support FireSmart Preparedness: Oct 1 - Nov 15, 2026

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Free Yard Debris Drop-Off Returns This Fall to Support FireSmart Preparedness Comox Valley residents can dispose of yard debris for free this fall…

Traffic Advisory: intermittent delays with detour on Comox Ave (Glacier View to Rodello) through Oct 2, 2026 (7am-4pm)

THIS TRAFFIC ADVISORY HAS BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER 2, 2026. PLEASE BE AWARE of the intermittent traffic delays and detour on Comox Ave (Glacier…

Northeast Woods Parking Lot Closure - Sept.23

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Tomorrow is the Highland Invitation Cross Country Meet, Comox Valley Schools. A portion of the parking lot near the Northeast Woods will be closed…

Town Invites all Eligible Voters to Participate in the Upcoming Municipal Election

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The Town of Comox municipal election will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Comox Community Centre,…

Traffic Advisory: delays on various roads extended through Oct 7, 2026

THIS ADVISORY HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO OCT 7, 2026 PLEASE BE AWARE of traffic delays on various roads. Traffic impacts will change as the project…

Comox Valley’s Local Governments to Observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Reposted from the Comox Valley Regional District website. September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and a time for all…

Town of Comox and Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North Partner to Advance Affordable Homeownership

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The Town of Comox and Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North (Habitat VIN) are pleased to announce the transfer of the former Gladstone Avenue…