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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. 

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…

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.…

Traffic Advisory: delays on Comox Ave at Glacier View Dr (Sept 8 - Oct 8, 2026)

PLEASE BE AWARE of the partial road (and sidewalk) closures on Comox Avenue at Glacier View Drive – see affected area circled on map below. Sept 8…

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…

Permissive Property Tax Exemptions for 2027 Notification

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Comox Town will consider the permissive exemption bylaw on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the Regular Meeting of Council located at 1801B Beaufort…

Paddles Up! The 2026 Comox Dragon Boat Races Return to Marina Park on September 19

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The Town of Comox and VI Paddling are excited to announce the annual Comox Dragon Boat Festival, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Comox…

Community Celebrates a Successful 2026 Nautical Days Festival

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The Town of Comox is celebrating another successful Nautical Days Festival, which brought thousands of residents and visitors together on the August…