public

services

public services

Oh, the things we do!

The laundry list of public services that the District of Tofino provides is long and varied!

The wide range of services we provide include building and development, parks, recreation, childcare, and protective services such as bylaw enforcement, fire protection, and emergency planning. Managing municipal infrastructure, garbage and recycling, and our local cemetery are also high on the list. And there's much, much more.

We welcome you to explore this section to learn about how we serve you!

Info to know

parking

Residents' Beach Parking

Eligible Tofino, Ahousaht, Opitsaht, Esowista, Hesquiaht and Tyhistanis residents can register online for a free annual permit.

Learn more about parking

Public works

Water & Sewage

Tofino’s tap water is collected with gratitude from the rainforests protected by Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks in the Hahuulthii of the Tla-o-qui-aht Ha'wiih.

Learn more about Public Works

Voyent alert

Register for Emergency Notifications

In times of crisis, it's important that the public has access to trusted, timely and accurate information to ensure their own safety and that of their family and loved ones.

Learn More Notification System

Public Services News & Announcements

Public Notice

Gibson Trail Temporary Closure

March 21, 2023

The Gibson Trail closure is in effect all day Monday March 20th and Tuesday March 21st.⁠

Read More
Public Notice

Notice of Additional Disruption – Water Main Break – Gibson Street

March 15, 2023

Please be advised that there is another water main break in the water distribution system affecting properties on Gibson Street from Fourth Street to First Street, and on Third Street from Gibson Street to Neill Street.

Read More
Public Notice

Notice of Disruption – Water Main Break – Gibson Street

March 14, 2023

Please be advised that there is a water main break in the water distribution system affecting properties on Gibson Street from Fourth Street to First Street, and on Third Street from Gibson Street to Neill Street.

Read More