News

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. 

Proposed 2023 Budget Prepared for Council's Consideration

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The Town of Comox staff will present the 2023 proposed capital and special project budget on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, and the operating budget on…

Kitchen bin delivery from the Comox Strathcona Waste Management Service

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The Comox Strathcona Waste Management service will be dropping off new kitchen bins to households currently on the curbside collection of organics.…

Get Active in 2023 with the Top Recreation Programs of 2022

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It’s hard to believe that the Comox Community Centre started 2022 with COVID protocols, checking vaccinations and capping class sizes to ensure…

A Public Automated External Defibrillator and CPR Helped Save a Life

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In the early morning of January 3, 2023, access to an automated external defibrillator (AED) and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was the vital…

Highland Park Vandalism - Fields Closed Until Further Notice

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We are sad to report that Highland Park fields were vandalized last night January 5, 2023. Please note: the fields are closed until further notice.…

The Town of Comox Installs Park and Trail Counters to Monitor Usage

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The Town of Comox has recently installed park and trail counters to gauge usage. The counters sense and detect the infrared wavelength that…

Comox Harbour - Dock Extension

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After receiving approval from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for the extension and permit, the Town will proceed with the second phase of the…

Important Reminder: Property Taxes and Unclaimed Homeowner Grant

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Please ensure you have paid your taxes and claimed your homeowner grant before December 31, 2022. Any balance outstanding as of January 1, 2023 will…

Winter Holiday Hours Town Hall and the Comox Community Centre

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Town Hall Holiday Hours: Friday, December 23 8:30 am - noon  Monday, December 26 closed  Tuesday, December 27 closed  Wednesday, December 28 8:30 am…

The Mayor’s Year in Review for 2022

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The Town of Comox achieved many successes in 2022, achievements and accomplishments that we are proud to celebrate with our community. While we face…

Curbside Collection Reminder - No changes to pick-up

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A friendly reminder about your curbside collection service on Monday, December 26 (Boxing Day) and Monday, January 2, these are service pick-up days…

Curbside Collection for Dec. 20 - Pick-up Continues

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The curbside collection for December 20, 2022 currently reports that all trucks are deployed and out providing collection service.   Thanks for your…

Return-It Express and Go - Coming in the New Year

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Photo reference: a similar type container will be placed in Comox The Town of Comox, Encorp Pacific, and the Comox Mall have partnered up to bring a…

2023 Boat Launch Passes Now Available

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The 2023 Comox Municipal boat launch passes are now available.  For all the details, visit comox.ca/marinas 

The Annual Comox Polar Bear Swim In-person and Virtual Event for 2023

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Are you brr-ave enough to take the plunge? The Town of Comox recreation department is inviting residents and visitors to our community to participate…