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

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2026 Waste Collection Calendar January Date Error

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There is a printing error in the print version of the 2026 Waste Collection Guide & Schedule. The January calendar dates were misprinted.…

Ribbon-Cutting Event Aspen Park Playground

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Today, alongside our valued funding partners, a ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the opening of the upgraded Aspen Park Playground. The Comox Valley…

Public Hearing - Zoning Bylaw No. 2056 - December 10 at 5 PM

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Notice is hereby given pursuant to section 466 of the Local Government Act that a Public Hearing will be held for the proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 2056…

Comox has been awarded Intermediate Bird Friendly Certification

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Comox has been awarded Intermediate Bird Friendly Certification level by Nature Canada, validating the efforts put forth by the Town Council and…

Traffic Advisory: delays on Aspen, Noel, Bolt (extended to Dec 19, 2025)

THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO DEC 19, 2025. Hazelwood Construction Services Inc. will be doing a construction project for the Town in the areas…

Comox Fire Rescue Celebrates 2025 Award Recipients

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Comox Fire Rescue held its annual Awards Night on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The department continued its tradition of recognizing members for…

Traffic Advisory: delays and sidewalk closures around 875 Grumman Plc (extended to Dec30, 2025)

THIS PROJECT TIMELINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO DECEMBER 30, 2025 Around 875 Grumman Place, there will be disruptions for pedestrians and traffic - see…

Town of Comox Marks 80 Years with a Community Celebration

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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…

Phase 2 - Draft Urban Forest Management Strategy Survey Now Available

The Town of Comox has drafted the Urban Forest Management Strategy, a long-term plan to grow, protect, and sustain the urban forest while engaging…

Local Cougar Sightings

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With recent increased sightings of cougars in our area, please remember to stay cautious and keep your distance from these animals. To report…

National Indigenous Veterans Day - Nov. 8

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Today, on National Indigenous Veterans Day, we reflect on those who lost their lives and those whose lives were forever changed. Let us always…

Notice of Public Hearing - Official Community Plan Bylaw

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Notice is hereby given pursuant to section 466 of the Local Government Act that aPublic Hearing will be held for the proposed Official Community Plan…

Comox Valley Local Governments Recognize Métis Week

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Métis Week takes place November 10 – 16 and Comox Valley’s local governments encourage all residents of the Comox Valley to celebrate the heritage,…

Traffic Advisory: road & sidewalk closed on Port Augusta St - project extended to Dec 31, 2025

POST BELOW UPDATED ON oct 31, 2025... Wacor Holdings will be working on the construction of the new BC transit exchange. This project requires that a…

Traffic Advisory: delays around 692 Anderton (and Guthrie) - project extended to Feb 28, 2026

POST BELOW UPDATED ON Oct 31, 2025... Please be aware, there will be traffic delays and sidewalk closures - see red line on map below. project…