Welcome to the District
Situated in the traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation where an enriching relationship exists between our community members and the natural environment, Tofino promotes healthy civic engagement supporting a creative and resilient community of varied ages that is socially, environmentally and economically diverse.
Water: Make Every Drop Count
Explore Tofino's new water conservation stages, including what is permitted and prohibited during each stage. Also, discover some helpful conservation tips.
Parking
The District of Tofino has a mix of unrestricted and paid parking areas at beaches and in the downtown core.
Short-Term Rental Regulations
Short-term rentals in the District of Tofino are regulated by the District and the Province of British Columbia.
2024-2028 Financial Plan
The District of Tofino's 2024-2028 financial planning process is underway. Throughout the planning process, there are opportunities for community engagement.
West Coast Transit
As of April 2, 2024, the Alberni Clayoquot Regional District began providing the West Coast Transit service connecting Tofino to Esowista, Ty-Histanis, Ucluelet, and hitac̓u.
Council Meetings
Keep up-to-date with District of Tofino projects and plans by attending Council meetings.
News & Announcements
District of Tofino Public Works crews successfully isolated and repaired a leak on a submarine water pipeline connecting Tofino to its drinking water reservoirs on Meares Island in the Haahuulthii of the Tla-o-qui-aht Ha’wiih. Stage 2 Water Conservation remains in effect, and all other temporary restrictions have been lifted.
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The District of Tofino is calling on all residents and businesses to significantly reduce water consumption during the hours of 7AM – 3PM on Thursday, June 8, 2023.
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By relaunching the successful “20% Challenge”, the District is hoping to minimize the impacts of low water flows during increasingly hot,
and dry summers.