MAYOR
BOB WELLS
The Latest News
Union Bay Unofficial Referendum Results
The unofficial Referendum result for the following question: Are you in favour of dissolving the Union Bay Improvement District and converting to Comox Valley Regional District local service areas?
418 – yes, 159 – no. Out of a total of 557 votes, 72% are in favour.
Once the Declaration has been filed by the the Returning Officer the official results will be posted online.
Comox Valley Economic Recovery Task Force Website Updated
The Comox Valley Economic Recovery Task Force (ERTF) website has been updated to include reports, minutes and links to important government programs and grants.
CVRD Inaugural Meeting Nov 24, 2020
Live-streamed to the Comox Valley Regional District Board Meetings Youtube channel.
Fifth Street Bridge AAP Complete: Borrowing to Proceed for Upgrades
The unofficial results are in for the Fifth Street Bridge Rehabilitation Alternative Approval Process (AAP). 52 elector response forms were received by the November 16, 2020 deadline. The number of eligible Courtenay electors was 20,162. As fewer than 10 percent of eligible electors registered their opposition, the City of Courtenay may proceed with borrowing $3.4 million to rehabilitate the bridge next year.
All Group Indoor Physical Activities: Suspended
By order of the Provincial Health Officer, all group spin classes, hot yoga and high intensity interval training (HIIT) are suspended indefinitely. All other group indoor physical activities are temporarily suspended.
City of Courtenay Council Meeting Nov. 2nd
In the interest of public health and safety, in-person attendance by members of the public at Council meetings will be prohibited until further notice.
City of Courtenay Council Meeting September 28th
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City of Courtenay September 21st Council Meeting
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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Coming to the Comox Valley
Comox Valley residents will soon have more options for plugging in electric vehicles.
Canada United Small Business Fund
Is your business struggling because of Covid-19? Check this out!
12th Annual Mayors Golf Charity Classic
Book your spot today for the 12th Annual Mayors Golf Charity Classic!
Council to discuss Courtenay bylaws on home-based businesses
Courtenay City Council to discuss motion for expanding permitted home-based businesses.
City of Courtenay 2019 annual report
The City of Courtenay has released the draft 2019 Annual Report highlighting progress on Council’s strategic priorities, as well as the audited financial statements.
August 4th City Council Meeting
August 4th City Council Meeting – OCP Update on Public Online Survey and Meetings.
Dangerous Tree removed from Puntledge River
A huge thanks to city staff and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for coming up with a safe plan to remove it.
Comox Valley Economic Recovery Task Force
The CV ERTF is a collaborative initiative representing the CVRD, City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, Village of Cumberland, K’ómoks First Nation, and CFB 19 Wing Comox, which will oversee the Technical Advisory Sub-Committee (TAC).
The Rainbow Crosswalk
So proud of the statement Courtenay City Council has made with our Pride crosswalk. In these times of bigotry and discrimination we need to stand up for all members of our community to make sure we are all treated equally.
New Signage at Seal Bay Nature Park
Fantastic to see reconciliation in action!
Courtenay City Council meeting
Due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 emergency, the City of Courtenay with the authority of Ministerial Order No. M139 Local Government Meetings & Bylaw Process COVID-19 (Order No. 2) has implemented changes to its open Council meetings.
Public Playgrounds open effective immediately!
School District 71 and Comox Valley local governments have reopened outdoor playgrounds effective Monday June 1, 2020.
City of Courtenay CAO announces retirement
Working with David Allen has been fantastic. His professionalism, ability to create a positive corporate culture and work with council has been outstanding and I hope he gets to rest a bit in retirement as I am sure he will be sought after as one of Canada's foremost...
Comox Valley Regional District Re-opening of public spaces
After careful preparation and planning, the Comox Valley local governments are announcing a limited reopening of select outdoor recreation facilities in Comox, Courtenay, Cumberland and the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD).
Live chat with Arjun Singh, counselor of Kamloops
Join me for a great chat with Arjun Singh.
Video chat with Mayor Philip Brown of Charlottetown, PEI
A great conversation with Mayor Philip Brown of Charlottetown, PEI. Wait for the part where he puts on his sunglasses.
Playground closure annoucement
As of 12:30 pm on Sunday, March 22nd, all Playgrounds in Courtenay are closed. This is serious. Stay calm, stay positive, stay home.
Live Interview with 97.3 The Eagle
We are in this together. Please help us flatten the curve, make only essential trips, and look after yourself. Stay positive and be kind to others.
City of Courtenay Covid-19 closure announcements
Coronavirus has arrived in the Comox Valley. Please stay calm. Don’t hoard. As a result of the global Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the city of Courtenay is closing all City recreation and cultural facilities as of 3:00pm PST March 16th 2020.
March 18th 8:30am Interview with JetFM
Be Kind. Stay Calm. Be Safe. Look after your Mental and Physical Health. Listen to Medical Experts. Flatten the Curve. Only Essential Trips.
Social Service Agency closure announcements
Please be advised of the changes in social services due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Our incredible service providers are doing all they can to flatten the curve of the pandemic while providing essential services to those in need. Be kind. Stay calm. Be Safe.
Elevated Risk of Turbidity for Comox Valley Water System Next Week
The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is alerting Comox Valley water system users that it will be moving to its backup pump station from March 16 to 19, 2020 while BC Hydro completes its penstock fish screen cleaning. The backup station is located further downstream than the primary withdrawal location and is more susceptible to poor water quality during weather events.