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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
Residents' Beach Parking
Eligible Tofino, Ahousaht, Opitsaht, Esowista, Hesquiaht and Tyhistanis residents can register online for a free annual permit.
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.
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.
Public Services News & Announcements
At the Regular Council Meeting on November 28, 2023, Tofino Mayor Dan Law addressed the recent Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act proposed by the Province on October 16, 2023. Read the statement.
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Notice to all residents & businesses located west of First Street along Arnet Road and surrounding streets. There will be a planned water shutdown on Thursday, November 30, 2023. The shutdown will begin at 9:00 AM and end no later than 6:00 PM.
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There is a planned water shut off for a section of Fourth Street on November 29, 2023 and local traffic disruptions in the area from November 27 to December 1, 2023.
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