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Traditional Food Reconciliation Event with the K’ómoks First Nation
Today (October 13) from 1:00 to 5:00 PM, Lush Valley Food Action Society will be co-hosting a Traditional Food Reconciliation Event with the K’ómoks First Nation. In the spirit of reconciliation, this event will include traditional activities such as drumming, storytelling, weaving and a pit cook. Butterfly fish, bannock and other traditional foods will be served. Everyone is welcome.
Carson Grant endorsement
Thanks Carson Grant for your endorsement of Mayor Bob Wells Re-election for the City of Courtenay
I truly appreciate you signing my nomination papers to run for re-election and inspired by your efforts to make our community the best it can be. 😎
Doug Cox Endorsement
Thanks Doug Cox for your friendship and endorsement for our Re-election for Mayor of the City of Courtenay. And thanks for all you do in our community from Vancouver Island Musicfest and the Old Church Theatre.
Kayla McDonald Endorsement of Mayor Bob Wells Re-election
Thanks Kayla McDonald for your friendship and endorsement for my Re-election for Mayor of the City of Courtenay
JD The Flowerman’s endorsement of Bob Wells
JD the Flowerman, CV Transit bus driver and positive light in our community, speaks with us about commitment to community, family and volunteering.
Betty Donaldson endorses Bob Wells for Mayor
Betty reflects on our role in the development of Ocean Front Village, the new senior’s complex in the Comox Valley, Kus-kus-sum, and relations with the K’omoks First Nation.
Comox Valley United Soccer Club’s 20202 Mini World Cup Parade of Nations
Over 80 teams from all over Vancouver Island played in the City of Courtenay this weekend.
Comox Valley National Day of Action for Ukraine at Marina Park
Sunday May 15th, Comox Marina Park at 10 am.
Mayors Minute in the Leader’s Lounge May 9
98.9FM’s Leaders Lounge. Our first chat with Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells.
Live Interview with Vivian Valiant – Children and Youth Matter Comox Valley
Throughout the month of May over 25 local community groups will collaborate to bring our community public events and service specific trainings as we learn together about how to best build resilience in our children, our families, and our community. We are grateful to The Comox Community Foundation for the generous support of our collaborative efforts.
Premiers, mayors, head of CBC all banned from visiting Russia in latest round of sanctions (CBC)
Premiers, mayors, senior intelligence and military officials and a handful of Canadian journalists are now banned from entering Russia following the latest round of sanctions announced by President Vladimir Putin’s regime.
Ribbon cutting at opening of the new Old Farm Market
Many thanks to Kayla McDonald for joining me during this fun event.
Comox Valley Stands with Ukraine event
In this post you can find the YouTube link from the Comox Valley Stands with Ukraine event that was organized by Stefan Szkwarek and Sviatoslav Pylypchuk. Thanks to all that showed up today and showed your support. Please donate however you can.
Coldest Night of the Year 2022
It’s cold out there. And we are going to do something about it. Join Michelle Staples and Bob Wells as they discuss The Coldest Night Of the Year Fundraiser for 2022. Together with thousands of Canadians across the country, they’ll be walking and fundraising to support people and families experiencing homelessness, hurt, and hunger in their community.
Comox Valley Community Foundation grant recipients announced
Congratulations and a big thank you to all the wonderful organizations that received funding this year!
OCP Update
Mayor Bob Wells talks about Courtenay’s Official Community Plan Update and encourages everyone to take a look at the draft plan and provide feedback by Tuesday, March 8th. Principles of reconciliation, community well-being, equity and climate action guide the plan. For details visit courtenay.ca/OCPupdate
8th Annual Women’s Memorial March
Join us on February 14th to honor the lives of missing and murdered women at our 8th Annual Women’s Memorial March starting at the Comox Valley Art Gallery and ending at Simms Park on the unceded territory of the K’omoks and Pentlatch peoples.
New public washroom in Courtenay
New public washroom is available as of December 24th 2021.