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Courtenay mayor discusses city’s homelessness situation
The issue of homelessness and illicit drug use in the Comox Valley – particularly in Courtenay – has become one of the most all-encompassing issues in recent years. The Record had an extended interview with Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells on a variety of topics that fall under that umbrella.
Catching up with Mayor Bob Wells on St. Patricks day
Jon Varus from 98.9 Jet FM chatted with Mayor Wells about the Mayors Cup tournament, getting outside and air quality monitors in town.
Province announces $7.6-plus million funding for Courtenay
The Province of B.C. will deliver over $7.6 million in new funding to the City of Courtenay this spring through the Growing Communities Fund.
City council meetings moving to Wednesdays in 2023
After decades of Monday council meetings, starting in 2023 Courtenay council will convene on Wednesdays.
CVCDA 2022 Telethon
What an amazing Telethon!!! Congratulations to all the volunteers, performers and community!
Inaugural meeting to swear in the Council for the 2022-2026 term
Great evening at the City of Courtenay Inaugural meeting to swear in the Council for the 2022-2026 term
New drinking fountain and bottle fill station at Valley View
Courtenay Parks recently installed a new drinking fountain and bottle fill station at the Comox-Courtenay Outdoor Skateboard park at 1701 Lerwick Road (beside Mark R. Isfeld Secondary School). The fountain is also conveniently located by the Valley View sports fields. Stop by and fill a water bottle while skateboarding, playing soccer or just walking by.
Truth and Reconciliation Week
Schools throughout SD 71 will be holding a week of activities for Truth and Reconciliation Week from September 26 to 30. This is a time for students and staff to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools and honour survivors, their families and communities.
Karver Everson’s new totem pole at Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery
It was a great honour to witness the unveiling of Karver Everson’s new totem pole at Spirits of the West Coast Art Gallery.
Jody Wilson-Raybould awarded the Comox Valley Walk of Achievement
It was great to be part of awarding Jody Wilson-Raybould the Comox Valley Walk of Achievement on behalf of the City of Courtenay.
Bannock & Biltong with Bob Wells – 17 September 2022
This past weekend we held a public Meet & Greet at Simms Millennium Park, with locally made bannock and some biltong Michelle prepared. Our goa; with this event was to confirm for the residents of Courtenay that their Mayor is accessible and approachable, with a constant attitude of professionalism, respect, and remaining reasonable. Many thanks to everyone who joined us.
Recapitalizing the Island Coastal Economic Trust
Thanks Mayor Elect Nicole Minions and Ronna-Rae Leonard, MLA for working together to get the Province to recapitalize the Island Coastal Economic Trust.
UBCM 2022
This past week in Whistler at UBCM2022 has been a tremendous period of learning, professional development, and networking with colleagues from across the province. Below you can view my agenda and some of the social media posts I was able to get out during...
Supporter Resources
Election Day is Saturday, October 15, 2022 General Voting Information View/Download Social Media images to support Bob Learn more about some of the major issues Advance Voting, Wednesday October 5, 2022, 8 am to 8 pm Native Sons Hall, 360 Cliffe Avenue Advance Voting,...
Ribbon-cutting for Operation Freedom Paws
Comox Valley Ribfest 2022 a Success!
Thanks to everyone that came out to support ComoxValleyRibfest.ca this weekend
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay safe on those hot summer days
We hope you are staying safe and cool out there with this heat. It’s been difficult for many people. If you’re struggling please seek out the cooling centers in town. The City of Courtenay has some great resources to beat the heat!
VIDEO: Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells and family shaken but safe after being caught in Alberta hailstorm
Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells and his family are safe, but their van was severely damaged in an Alberta hailstorm Monday afternoon. While travelling to Manitoba for a family reunion, the Wells family got caught in a torrential storm, just south of Red Deer, Alberta. Hailstones, some reportedly the size of grapefruits, battered vehicles along the Queen Elizabeth II Highway. Wells posted a Facebook Live video afterwards, showing the extensive damage to his vehicle.