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Life at the End of the Road

The community of Tofino is situated in Tla-o-qui-aht territory at the tip of the Esowista Peninsula in Clayoquot Sound on Vancouver Island’s west coast and is home to 2000+ residents.

Once a quiet coastal town, Tofino is now a popular tourist destination that attracts visitors from around the world. Tourists and residents alike come to enjoy the natural beauty and participate in activities ranging from surfing and kayaking to fishing and storm watching.

Nuu-chah-nulth culture, pristine wilderness and our eclectic community of locals carry Tofino’s charm and warmth through the rainier months, making life at the end of the road a special and unforgettable experience for all.

Our Community Vision

Located in the traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, Tofino is a vibrant, resilient and progressive community, home to people of all backgrounds who together build for the future, care for one another, connect with and protect the natural environment, and celebrate the rich First Nations culture.

Info to Know

Kids jumping on beach

Recreation

The Tofino Recreation Department hosts a wide range of activities and classes for all ages throughout the year.

Explore recreation activities and programs

black bear on rocky sea shore

Be Bear Smart

Bears that become highly food-conditioned and habituated to humans are often destroyed because of concerns for human safety. Early reporting of a bear in a neighbourhood helps address the underlying issues before it becomes a problem.

Learn about bears in Tofino

Water fountain at the Village Green.

Single-Use Plastics

In 2022, Tofino became the first municipality in British Columbia to ban single-use plastic utensils, including spoons, forks, knives, chopsticks and stir sticks. The District of Tofino continues to work with Surfrider Pacific Rim to reduce single-use plastic within our community.

Learn how Tofino is becoming more sustainable

Community News

Community Update

Queen of the Peak: September 27-28, 2025

September 17, 2025

The Queen of the Peak returns to Cox Bay from September 27-28, 2025, with a free shuttle running between downtown Tofino & Cox Bay on September 28.

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public notice

Water Conservation Stage 1 To Be Lifted Tuesday, September 16, 2025

September 12, 2025

Effective Tuesday, September 16, 2025, the District of Tofino will lift Water Conservation Stage 1.

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open letters and releases

Tofino Becomes First Municipality in Canada to Ban Sale of Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles 1 Litre & Less

September 10, 2025

The District of Tofino has become the first municipality in Canada to adopt a bylaw prohibiting the sale of single-use plastic water bottles 1 litre & less.

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