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.
Quick Links
Make A Payment
Need to make a payment to the District? You can now pay online for a variety of services.
Plastic Water Bottle Ban
Plastic water bottles 1 litre & less will be prohibited across the District as of April 22, 2026, coinciding with Earth Day.
Apply: Poet Laureate
The District of Tofino is now accepting applications for the next Poet Laureate. Applications close March 20, 2026, at 4 PM.
Event Calendar
Something is always happening in Tofino, from community gatherings to festivals and cultural celebrations.
Recreation Calendar
Want to stay active and meet your neighbors? Take advantage of the many recreational activities available this winter.
Council Meetings
Keep up-to-date with District of Tofino projects and plans by attending Council meetings.
News & Announcements
Water service will be shut off to properties on Neill Street between Third Street and First Street on Friday, May 26th between the hours of 8:30AM to 12PM Noon.
Effective at noon Pacific Daylight Time on Thursday, May 18, 2023, most open burning activities will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre’s jurisdiction. This prohibition is being enacted to help reduce wildfire risk and protect public safety.
Citizens of Vancouver Island’s west coast are asking all overnight vehicle and tent campers to make a reservation at an authorized campground before arriving on the West Coast, and to only camp at authorized campgrounds.
District of Tofino Calendar
Stay informed and involved in the various happenings throughout the community with this calendar, designed to keep you connected to Council, community events, & recreation activities.
Events for March
1st
Events for March
2nd
Events for March
3rd
Family Free Time
Compassionate Card Club
Strength, Movement, & Mobility (55+)
Committee of the Whole
Drop-In Pickleball
Co-ed Adult Soccer
Events for March
4th
Pickleball – All Levels
SMILE Program (55+)
Co-ed Adult Basketball
Events for March
5th
Beading Workshop with Elizabeth George
Therapeutic Yoga
Events for March
6th
Warning Siren & Notification System Testing
Chair Yoga (55+)
Events for March
7th
Pickleball – All Levels
Workshop 101
Roller Disco
Events for March
8th
Family Free Time
Market 101 Workshop
Coed Adult Floor Hockey
Events for March
9th
Monday Night Movies
Restorative Yoga
Events for March
10th
Events for March
11th
Events for March
12th
Beading Workshop with Elizabeth George
Events for March
13th
Events for March
15th
Pacific Rim Whale Festival
Coed Adult Floor Hockey
Events for March
16th
Pacific Rim Whale Festival
Monday Night Movies
Restorative Yoga
Events for March
17th
Pacific Rim Whale Festival
Regular Council Meeting
Events for March
19th
Pacific Rim Whale Festival
Beading Workshop with Elizabeth George
Events for March
22nd
Community Song Circle
Coed Adult Floor Hockey
Events for March
23rd
Monday Night Movies
Restorative Yoga
Events for March
25th
Events for March
26th
