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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. 

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…

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,…

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…

Traffic Advisory: delays on Aspen Rd (Hector to Neptune) Sept 25 - Nov 15, 2026 (7:30am - 6pm)

PLEASE BE AWARE of traffic delays on Aspen Road (Hector to Neptune) - see red line on map below. Sept 25 - Nov 15, 2026 7:30am - 6pm Traffic will…

Nominations for Town Council and School Trustee; Mayor Acclaimed

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Candidate nominations in the upcoming local government election closed Friday, September 11, at 4 p.m., with Nicole Minions running and acclaimed to…

Declarations of Nominated Candidates and the Acclamation of Mayor

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Please note the declarations of nominated candidates and the declaration of election by acclamation (Office of the Mayor) are now on our website.…

Stage 3 Water Restrictions Lifted for Comox Valley Water System - Stage 2 Restrictions Reinstated

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Reposted from the Comox Valley Regional District.  The Comox Valley Regional District is informing residents that Stage 3 water restrictions…

Labour Day Notices - Monday, September 7

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Remember, Music in the Park is Sunday, September 6, from 1 - 5:30 p.m. at Comox Marina Park.  Town Hall, the Municipal Works Yard, and the Comox…

Water Quality Advisory Lifted for Comox Harbour Foreshore

Reposted news release from the Comox Valley Regional District:  The Comox Valley Regional District has lifted the remaining water quality…