Notices & Announcements - District of Tofino

Notice of Special Council Meeting

Jan 19, 2022

Pursuant to section 127(2) of the Community Charter and section 22 of the District of Tofino Meeting Procedure Bylaw No. 1229, 2016, notice is hereby given that a Special Council Meeting will be held Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. for the purposes of the 2022-2026 Draft Financial Plan.

Sort’nGo Organics is Rolling up to West Coast curbs this November

Jan 18, 2022

Residents in Tofino, Ucluelet and some surrounding West Coast communities will begin diverting organic waste away from the landfill later this fall.

Winter & Spring 2022 Recreation Guide

Jan 14, 2022

Thank you for your patience while district staff worked hard to ensure recreation programming could continue in line with current PHO Orders and guidance.

This year’s Winter & Spring 2022 Recreation Guide is now out and has a wide variety of programs for all ages.

Council Highlights – Jan 11, 2022

Jan 13, 2022

Mayor Law spoke to the Omicron variant and COVID-19 protocols, including additional precautions in Municipal Hall and other District buildings. He expressed his thankfulness for the community and for vaccines, reiterating how fortunate we are to have these advances and how important it is for government to continue to take care of their communities.

Council Highlights – Dec 14, 2021

Dec 17, 2021

Mayor Law recapped a local government round table hosted by Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Honorable Josie Osborne and Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, the Honorable Murray Rankin. There were over 44 mayors and chairs present for the discussions about local government efforts towards reconciliation across the island.

Letter from Mayor, Council & Staff

Nov 30, 2021

The District of Tofino Mayor, Council and staff would like to thank the community of Tofino during these past few days of the Atmospheric River events. The preparedness and actions taken by the community as a whole demonstrates the resilience of Tofitians.

Council Highlights – Nov 23, 2021

Nov 26, 2021

Mayor Law spoke to the Remembrance Day ceremony, attended by Acting Mayor Tom Stere due to Mayor Law’s absence.
He also presented Trish Dixon with a Certificate of Recognition for 10 years with the District of Tofino.

Peterson Drive Tonquin Trail Access Closure

Oct 20, 2021

Access to Tonquin Trail via Peterson Drive is due to close on Monday, October 25, 2021.
The trail closure is necessary to allow construction of the first Headwaters affordable rental housing building at District Lot 114 to commence.
Tonquin Trail will remain open and accessible from the trailhead at the Community Hall, via the Tonquin Connector and Tonquin Park Road.

Tofino Housing Corporation and Catalyst Community Developments Society celebrate major development

Sep 6, 2021

Tofino Housing Corporation’s 14-unit affordable Creekside development nears completion as community members celebrate this significant milestone.
The Creekside development at 700 Sharp Road, will help meet a critical need for affordable rental options for individuals and families who face challenges finding a place to call home on the West Coast. The initial site development began in February 2021 and is on track to welcome tenants by April 1st, 2022.

Open Letter to the Community Regarding Child Care in Tofino

Jul 9, 2021

We understand the stress and uncertainty short notice closures and staff shortages have caused for parents and families who rely on this essential service. We are taking steps to address both immediate and long term needs.