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
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.
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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.
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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.
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