Downtown Comox

06/11/2026

Join the Town of Comox on Saturday, July 18th, from 4 to 8 pm to celebrate 50 Years of Community! 🎉

Everyone is invited to help celebrate the D'Esterre Seniors' Centre Association's incredible 50th anniversary!

🎉 Join Us as We Celebrate 50 Years of Community! 🎉

The D'Esterre Seniors' Centre Association is turning 50 and everyone is invited to celebrate this incredible milestone!

📅 Saturday, July 18
⏰ 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
📍 Near the gazebo closest to the d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre in Comox Marina Park

Bring your family, friends, and neighbours for an afternoon of fun, music, food, and community spirit!

🎶 Live music by The Optimists and additional entertainment
🍔 Hamburgers, hot dogs, and cold drinks for sale
🍺 Beer garden
🎨 Kids' Zone featuring face painting and games
🎈 Free admission

Did you know? The d’Esterre Seniors’ Centre began with a vision from local seniors in the early 1970s who wanted a dedicated place to connect and stay active. Thanks to the efforts of volunteers, community supporters, and the Rotary Club of Comox, the Centre opened its doors at 1801 Beaufort Avenue in 1976 and has been bringing people together ever since.

Today, we celebrate not only 50 years of history, but also the thousands of friendships, memories, and community connections that have been made along the way.

Whether you're a current member, former member, longtime supporter, or visiting for the first time, we cannot wait to celebrate with you!

For more information, visit comoxseniors.ca or follow the d’Esterre Seniors' Centre on Facebook.

Read more in the news release here 👉https://bit.ly/3QuTCUK

06/11/2026

Father's Day is nearly here, and Downtown Comox has plenty of ways to celebrate! From relaxing at a local pub or brewery to a round of golf in the sunshine, booking a fishing charter, or finding the perfect gift at one of our local downtown shops, you’ll find something special for Dad. Make the day one to remember in Downtown Comox!

Photo credit:
• Experience Comox Valley/Peter O'Hara
• Discover Comox Valley/BC Coastal Culinary/Church St. Taphouse

Town of Comox

06/10/2026

Another welcome update from the Comox Valley Regional District - Local Government. Excellent news about reopening of our important shellfish industry that produces the most oysters in Canada, right here in the Comox Valley. BC Shellfish Growers Association, F***y Bay Oysters, Mac's Oysters Ltd., Stellar Bay Shellfish https://bcsga.ca/industry-overview/

New Update : The CVRD is sharing an update on shellfish and beach debris monitoring results
➡️Fisheries and Oceans Canada has revoked all emergency closures for shellfish that were put in place immediately following the sewage leak on May 26. All sample results have met standards outlined in the Canadian Shellfish Sanitation Program.
➡️Following on reports of toilet paper being found on area beaches – particularly Royston – the CVRD and environmental consultants have completed sampling and confirmed that the debris in question is dried, bleached seaweed. It is not related to the sewage leak. If you’re a beach user and spot something of concern, the CVRD invites you to submit reports to 250-334-6000.
Water quality testing and beach monitoring continues throughout Comox Harbour.
📣Read the full update here https://ow.ly/biJN50Z9tNE

City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, K'ómoks First Nation

06/09/2026

Fun-filled times await for all ages! Add a visit to the Comox Hands On Farm at the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association to your spring and summer family-outings list, and mix in a downtown lunch or gelato pit-stop to top it off! Town of Comox

06/04/2026

After decades of effort by so many - this is special news. Our congratulations to the K'ómoks First Nation.

The K’ómoks Treaty Act (Bill 20) is now officially an Act of the Province of British Columbia

The K’ómoks Treaty Act (Bill 20) has reached a historic milestone. Late this afternoon, the bill received Royal Assent and is now an Act of the Province of British Columbia.

This comes after the bill passed Third Reading earlier today in the BC Legislature, with 53 MLAs voting in favour and 39 against.

This achievement reflects decades of work by K’ómoks members, Elders, leaders, negotiators, and community members who have remained committed to advancing a modern treaty and building a stronger future for the Nation.

Next, we will turn our efforts toward preparations for the federal legislative process, as the K’ómoks Treaty must still be ratified by the Parliament of Canada. Following federal ratification, the Parties will work together to establish an Effective Date and continue preparations for implementation.

06/03/2026

Some preliminary, encouraging news from the Comox Valley Regional District - Local Government

CVRD News: Water quality advisory lifted for majority of Comox Harbour and Estuary
The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is lifting a precautionary advisory for water activities in most of Comox Harbour and Estuary, following the results of extensive water quality testing over the past week.

Testing completed since a sewage leak on May 26 has shown that areas outside of the immediate spill area (on the east side of the Comox Harbour Authority wharf) are consistently showing safe results for water activities.

Island Health uses testing for Enterococcus as primary indicator for swimming safety, with guidance that water is safe when results are below 35 CFU/100mL. All tests since the day of the spill that are outside of the immediate spill area (55 total) have been below 6 CFU/100mL, with most at or below 1 CFU/100mL. Testing has been completed at varying depths. This has included testing at key recreational sites such as the middle of Comox Harbour, “Little Mexico”, Goose Spit, Gartley Beach, Courtenay River entrance, Lewis Park, Pt. Holmes and Tree Island. The west side of the Comox Harbour wharf is also deemed safe.

Test results are being collated and will be published on the project webpage by end of week.

Read the full update here https://www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/connect/news/water-quality-advisory-lifted-majority-comox-harbour-and-estuary

City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, K'ómoks First Nation

06/02/2026

Have you been down to see the newly renovated Dockside below the Blackfin Pub? The space looks incredible and adds so much energy to downtown Comox. Huge congratulations to the team for opening just in time for a bustling summer season! Town of Comox BC Restaurant & Foodservices Association

Dockside is officially back for the summer season! ☀️

With a refreshed interior, an updated menu, and the oceanfront view you know and love, we’re excited to welcome you back starting tonight at 5pm.

A reminder that we are a family-friendly restaurant, located on the lower level of our sister restaurant, Blackfin Pub. Our hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 5:00pm – 10:00pm with our kitchen closing at 9:00pm. Reservations are now available by calling 250-339-5030 ext. 0.

We can’t wait for you to experience our newly renovated space! See you tonight!

docksidecomox.com | West Coast Family Friendly Dining

06/01/2026

The Comox Business in Action (BIA) will continue to share updates as they are released from the Comox Valley Regional District - Local Government on this important matter. Thank you for everyone's continued care, interest and support of Comox, our marinas, operators, user groups and the surrounding waters.

An update on next steps following May 26 sewer leak:

Water quality testing and modelling, along with an investigation into the May 26 sewer leak are continuing, with the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) anticipating an update on the estuary’s water safety by the end of this week.

The CVRD has been completing extensive water quality testing since the day of the event, focusing first on the immediate harbour area around the leak, and then expanding to further offshore and recreational beach areas.

Modelling is underway to understand how the contaminated water is moving. The results of these dispersion models will guide CVRD advisories about water use and are expected by end of week (June 5).

The cause of the leak is currently under investigation. More information will be shared with the community when available, however, there is no current time estimate for those results to be available.

To read the full update, visit https://ow.ly/B9mX50Z6sNj

City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, K'ómoks First Nation

06/01/2026

Such fantastic news from and Comox Valley Airport - we love to see our Okanagan friends coming to explore and the region!

Big news for Okanagan-bound travellers — due to strong demand, Pacific Coastal Airlines is expanding their direct service to Kelowna to 13 flights per week starting July 1. All current non-stop flights remain as scheduled.

To celebrate, use code YQQYLW15 for 15% off your Kelowna flights to book by June 1st! Terms apply.

Learn more 👉 flights.pacificcoastal.com/en/kelowna-comox

05/28/2026

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