As we swim and play, sunscreen washes off into the water entering lakes & rivers where it affects the delicate balance of the ecosystem 🐟🌿 Over time, this can impact the overall health of the watershed 🏞️ Learn more about protecting the CV watershed at comoxvalleyrd.ca/watershed #ComoxValleyRD

CVRD Update: August 5, 2026 🧑‍💼 Interested in Running for Office This Fall? 💧 Protect Our Watershed 🏊 Fall Rec Guide 🔥 FireSmart Tip 💵 Water Conservation 💰 Septic System Maintenance Rebate Program ⛔ Aquatic Centre Closure 🤝​Upcoming Meetings & Events Read more: https://ow.ly/Cikm50ZwGMX #ComoxValleyRD

CVRD News: As wildfire risk grows across the region, another neighbourhood is stepping forward to show how small actions can help strengthen community resilience. Read the full news release here: comoxvalleyrd.ca/news

🌿💧 Water Conservation Tip: Water your lawn/garden early morning or late evening for better absorption & growth! Midday watering is against bylaw & less effective. 🌞💧 Find more tips: comoxvalleyrd.ca/conservation #ComoxValleyRD

🍂 The fall 2026 Comox Valley Recreation Guide is now online! Browse fall programs before registration opens Monday, August 10, at 8 am. View the guide: comoxvalleyrd.ca/recreation-guide #ComoxValleyRD

Leave the car at home and ride the bus FOR FREE on Monday, August 3, as BC Transit and the Comox Valley RD will be celebrating BC Day with free transit on ✨ALL ROUTES✨ 👉Learn more here: https://ow.ly/lieu50ZuRG6 #ComoxValleyRd

🌻August 3, Statutory Holiday Office & Facility Closures🌻 • CVRD Main Office at 770 Harmston Avenue, Courtenay • Comox Valley Sports & Aquatic Centres • Comox Valley & Campbell River Waste Management Centres #ComoxValleyRD

🏡Planning septic maintenance this year? You could qualify for a one-time rebate of up to $700! Inspections, risers, filters, and more are eligible - just make sure to arrange any work with a qualified professional! Visit comoxvalleyrd.ca/rebates

The Comox Valley Sports Centre is temporarily closed after a low-level ammonia alarm in the refrigeration system. Staff followed safety procedures and evacuated patrons when levels briefly rose during contractor work. Staff and public safety is our highest priority. Update before 2 pm.

CVRD Update: July 29, 2026 🏊 Registration Opens for Fall Rec Guide ⛔ Statutory Closures 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 All Candidates Information Session 🔥 FireSmart Tip 💧 Sunscreen & Our Watershed 🚧 Pre-Approved Building Plans 💵 Water Rebates 🤝 ​Upcoming Meetings & Events Read more: https://ow.ly/k7lN50ZumT2 #ComoxValleyRD

🍂 The fall 2026 Comox Valley Recreation Guide is almost here! Plan your fall with swimming lessons, skating, fitness classes, and more. 📱 Available online August 4. 📖 Printed copies available August 5. Registration opens August 10 at 8 am. Register: comoxvalleyrd.ca/registration

​CVRD Update this week! 🏊 Registration Opens for Fall Recreation Guide ⛔ Statutory Closures 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 All Candidates Info Session 🔥 FireSmart Tip 💧 Choose Sun Protection Wisely 🚧 Pre-Approved Building Plans 💵 Water Rebates 🤝 ​Upcoming Meetings & Events Read more: https://ow.ly/ejkh50ZrZWs #ComoxValleyRD

🌡 Need to cool down? Community centres, libraries, splash parks, misting stations, and other public spaces offer places to cool down during their regular operating hours. Find a cooling space and heat safety tips: 🔗 comoxvalleyrd.ca/cooling-spaces #HeatSafety

When you put a chemical sunscreen on your skin and head for local lakes and rivers, the impacts ripple throughout the entire ecosystem 🏞️🐟🌿 Learn more about how you can protect the Comox Valley watershed at comoxvalleyrd.ca/watershed #ComoxValleyRD

🌡 A Yellow Heat Warning remains in effect for the Comox Valley. Check in on family, friends, and neighbours, especially older adults, young children, people with health conditions and anyone living alone. Find a cooling space: 🔗 comoxvalleyrd.ca/cooling-spaces #HeatSafety

🌡 A Yellow Heat Warning is in effect for the Comox Valley. Stay cool by avoiding direct sun, seeking shade or air-conditioned spaces, and drinking water regularly. Find cooling spaces and heat safety information: www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/cooling-spaces #HeatSafety

Join the CVRD Recreation Team as a Lifeguard/Instructor! Part-Time On-Call Lifeguard/Instructors Full-Time Permanent Lifeguard/Instructor View our current opportunities & apply today: https://ow.ly/gVF150ZqbML #Hiring #RecreationJobs #LifeguardJobs #ComoxValley #JoinOurTeam #CelebrateCVRD

Latest Update: Water and sediment testing continues. The Comox Valley Regional District will now be conducting water quality and sediment testing every second week to inform the current advisory. View the current advisory and testing results at 👉 comoxvalleyrd.ca/sewageleak #ComoxValleyRD

🌱💧 Did you know your lawn needs just 1 inch of water per week (including rain)? 💧 Water deeply and less frequently for stronger roots! For more tips, visit 👉 comoxvalleyrd.ca/conservation #ComoxValleyRD

CVRD News: Partial campfire ban reinstated in the Comox Valley A partial campfire ban is in effect as of noon on Thursday, July 16, for the fire protection areas of Union Bay, Fanny Bay, Denman Island, and Hornby Island. Read news release: https://ow.ly/pfin50ZoFHy #ComoxValleyRD

One Spot Trail Closure for Toadlets Western toads are a species of conservation concern. The toadlets are currently migrating down the One Spot Trail. To protect the little toadlets from trampling, we have closed the section of trail to cyclists and equestrians between Spike Rd and Headquarters Rd.

​Celebrate CVRD: A Career of Recreation Leadership!🎉 We're proud to recognize Jennifer Zbinden, Sr Manager of Recreation Services, for an extraordinary 44 years of dedicated service. Interested in building a meaningful career? https://ow.ly/ZOzJ50ZnuLI #ComoxValleyRD #Jobs #Career #CelebrateCVRD

CVRD Update: July 15, 2026 🌳 Welcome to qapoje Park 🏞️ Play in the Parks! 🦮 Dog Leashing 💧 Water Conservation 💰 Septic System Rebate 💧 Help Protect Our Watershed 🚧 Pre-Approved Building Plans 🏊 Aquatic Centre Closure 🤝 ​Upcoming Meetings & Events Read more: https://ow.ly/l2By50ZnToi #ComoxValleyRD

We are accepting applications for a permanent full-time Manager of Development Planning to join our team. To learn more about this role and to apply online, visit: https://ow.ly/C0NY50ZnvaU #ComoxValleyRD #Career

Protecting our environment starts at home 🏡 The CVRD’s Septic System Maintenance Rebate Program is here to help you take care of your septic system and our community. Find out if your home qualifies for rebates at ➡️ comoxvalleyrd.ca/rebates ✅

🗞️CVRD NEWS: Properties connected to the Royston Water Local Service Area will move to stage three water restrictions on July 10. Residents are encouraged to minimize water use and conserve water to the greatest extent possible. Visit 👉 comoxvalleyrd.ca/restrictions #ComoxValleyRD

CVRD News: qapoje Park improves resiliency, honours cultural heritage The CVRD & partners joined to celebrate the re-opening of a park on Comox Road, promoting the park redesign, and celebrating the park’s new name: qapoje Park. https://ow.ly/3qLW50ZlQjn

Many common sunscreens wash off and enter our lakes and rivers, where they can affect the delicate life cycles of fish, insects, and plants 🐟 and ultimately the health of our entire watershed 🏞️ Learn more about how you can protect the CV watershed at comoxvalleyrd.ca/watershed #ComoxValleyRD

CVRD Update: July 8, 2026 💵 CVRD Water Rebates 💰 Septic System Maintenance Rebates 🚧 Pre-Approved Building Plans ☀️ Help Protect Our Watershed 📑 Good Neighbour Guide 💧Stage 3 Water Restrictions 🏊 Aquatic Centre Closure 🤝 ​Upcoming Meetings & Events Read more: https://ow.ly/uNyH50ZlI6s #ComoxValleyRD

📣Calling all Comox Valley Septic System Owners! ➡️Keep your septic system running smoothly with help from the CVRD’s new rebate program. Apply today for rebates on inspections, effluent filters, and more! Applications now open. Visit comoxvalleyrd.ca/rebates #ComoxValleyRD