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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

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.

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Public Services News & Announcements

Public Notice

Tofino Housing Corporation: New Housing Applications Open

July 20, 2023

Apply to live in the Headwaters buildings near Tonquin. Applications due August 13, 2023

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Public Notice

Water Community Town Hall: July 18, 2023

July 11, 2023

The District of Tofino is hosting a Community Town Hall to discuss Tofino’s drinking water on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM in the Council Chambers and online. This event is open to all members of the public, residents are welcome to join in person or via Zoom.

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Downtown Pay Parking Begins July 17, 2023

July 11, 2023

The District of Tofino will be implementing downtown pay parking this summer to address long-standing parking and traffic challenges faced annually in Tofino’s downtown core.

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