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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

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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.

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Public Services News & Announcements

Public Notice

Municipal Office Closure

April 28, 2022

The District of Tofino Municipal Office will be closed effective immediately Thursday, April 28, 2022. The office is planned to re-open on Monday, May 2, 2022 at 9 AM. Share this post: Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on…

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Public Notice

Sewer Break at Middle Chesterman

April 27, 2022

Location: Middle Chesterman Beach Sewer break relating to the sewer isolation work being completed this week. Please expect extended disruptions along Lynn & Chesterman Beach Road. Please minimize flushing on Lynn & Chesterman Beach Road while crews work throughout the…

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Public Notice

Public Hearing: Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1286, 2020 (Secondary Suites)

April 22, 2022

Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing pursuant to Section 464 of the Local Government Act will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. to hear and review representations from members of…

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