IMPORTANT NOTICE: Category 1 Campfires Permitted

Current and forecasted conditions have shifted since the Coastal Fire Centre initially implemented the Category 1 campfire prohibition earlier this May…

Holiday Closure of CVRD Recycling Centres on Monday, May 18th

CVRD Recycling Centres will be closed Monday, May 18, for Victoria Day.

Habitat for Humanity Pop-Up Donation Drop Event on Saturday, May 16th

Help support local affordable housing projects and waste reduction this spring by attending a Habitat for Humanity Pop-Up Donation Drop event!

Notice of Intent to Comply with Provincial Bill 13

Density bonusing is a land use planning tool that provides the developer with the option to build to a higher density in exchange for providing amenities or…

Share Your Thoughts on Accessibility in the Region

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking community input to assist in creating a three-year Accessibility Plan (the Plan) that will look to…

Stage 1 CVRD Water Restrictions Effective May 1, 2026

Each year on May 1, Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) and municipal water systems and participating partners will collectively implement Stage 1 water…

CVRD Update Newsletter – April 2026

Draft Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Update

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) Board met on April 22, 2026, to consider recommendations regarding timelines for the draft Comprehensive Zoning…

Draft Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Update

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) Electoral Area Services Committee (EASC) met on April 15, 2026, to consider options for timelines for the draft…

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING RE: RZ24A02 (HANDY RD)

The applicant for RZ24A02 (Handy Rd) will hold a Public Information Meeting on Thursday, April 30, 2026, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

CVRD and Community Partners Launch 15 Free Events for BC Youth Week

The Cowichan Valley Regional District’s (CVRD) Rec Cowichan and Cowichan Performing Arts Centre (CPAC), in partnership with the Vancouver Island Regional…

Habitat for Humanity Pop-Up Donation Drop Event on Saturday, April 18th

Hey Cowichan, Help support local affordable housing projects and waste reduction this spring by attending a Habitat for Humanity Pop-Up Donation Drop event!

Curbside Collection Customers – Glass Pick up – April 13

Hello Curbside Collection service customers,Due to unforeseen circumstances, your curbside glass may not be collected today, Monday, April 13, 2026.

Draft Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw May Open Houses Postponed

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) Electoral Area Services Committee (EASC) met on March 26 and April 1, 2026, to receive a presentation on the…

BC Housing Extends Cowichan’s Temporary Warming Shelter Operations to End of April

Holiday Office Closure April 3 & 6, 2026

The CVRD head office at 175 Ingram Street will be closed for Good Friday, April 3 and Easter Monday, April 6, 2026.

Community Engagement Regarding the Draft CVRD Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) wants residents to know that community engagement is planned for the draft Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw that was…

Holiday Closure of CVRD Recycling Centres on Good Friday and Easter Monday

CVRD Recycling Centres will be closed Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, for Good Friday and Easter Monday.

New CVRD Website Wins Gold for Accessible Redesign by Array

POSTPONED – All Electoral Areas Advisory Planning Commission Meeting

The Virtual All Electoral Areas Advisory Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Ts’uubaa-asatx First Nation and CVRD Sign Protocol Framework to Guide Relationship Building and Collaboration

CVRD Update Newsletter – March 2026

Cobble Hill Commons Bandshell Begins Construction

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Huckleberry Community Park Temporary Closure

The playground at Huckleberry Community Park will be temporarily closed for maintenance beginning March 23rd for a minimum of 2 weeks.

Habitat for Humanity Pop-Up Donation Drop Event on March 21st

Help support local affordable housing projects and waste reduction this spring by attending a Habitat for Humanity Pop-Up Donation Drop event!

Public Information Meetings – Draft Local Area Plans (Bylaw No. 4705)

The CVRD invites residents to attend a public information meeting on the draft Local Area Plans (Bylaw 4705).

A Moment of Remembrance for Former CVRD Director and Chair, Mary Marcotte

We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Mary Marcotte, who served as CVRD Director of Electoral Area H (North Oyster / Diamond) for over 20…

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cleasby Bike Park Now Open

The Cleasby Bike Park is now open to the public for the 2026 spring and summer season.

2026 Spring Open Burning Window

The spring open burning window runs from March 15, 2026 to April 15, 2026. Before lighting up, ensure you know the rules.

PUBLIC HEARING Re: Amendment Bylaw Nos. 4401, 4708, 4711

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. A Public Hearing will be held to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Millsprings Park Temporary Trail Closure

Portions of the Millsprings Park trails will be temporarily closed between March 9, and March 13, 2026, due to ongoing underground utility work.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED – Advisory Planning Commissions

Are you interested in helping to plan the future development of your community?  We are seeking volunteers to serve on the following Electoral Area…

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Spectacle Lake Provincial Park – Trail Bridge Closure

The trail bridge located at the North end of Spectacle Lake Provincial Park will be closed for safety precautions beginning February 26th, 2026, until…

CVRD recognized in Call2Recycle’s 2025 Leaders in Sustainability Awards

We’re proud to share that the Cowichan Valley Regional District has been chosen as one of the recipients of the 2025 Leaders in Sustainability Awards by…

CVRD Update Newsletter – February 2026

CVRD Utilities Notice – 2026 WATER SYSTEM FLUSHING SCHEDULE

The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) will be carrying out flushing of the water systems listed below on: Monday, February 23 – Friday, February 27…

Holiday Office Closure February 16, 2026

The CVRD head office at 175 Ingram Street will be closed for the Family Day stat. holiday on Monday, February 16. Regular reception hours of 8:30 a.m.

Special Board – Thursday, February 12 at 9:30 AM

Special Board – Thursday, February 12 at 9:30 AM The CVRD Special Board meeting is being conducted in person at 175 Ingram St, with an option to view…

Holiday Closure of CVRD Recycling Centres for Family Day

CVRD Recycling Centres will be closed Monday, February 16, for Family Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, February 17.

Important Notice: Wednesday’s February 11 Committee of the Whole Meeting is Fully Virtual

Important Notice: Wednesday’s February 11 Committee of the Whole Meeting is Fully Virtual!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING

Cowichan Valley Anti-Racism Statement

CVRD Update Newsletter – January 2026

Cowichan Valley Regional District Advances Municipal and Regional District Tax Renewal Application

Curbside Collection Winter Guidelines

Do you know how to correctly space your tote for successful winter weather collection?

IMPORTANT NOTICE – Millsprings Park Intermittent Trail Closure

Mill Bay, BC – Portions of the Millsprings Park trails will be temporarily and intermittently closed between January and February 2026 due to ongoing…

Evacuation Order Rescinded

10: 41 AM Emergency Management Cowichan has issued an Evacuation Order for 10 properties in the area of Chemainus Rd, Swallowfield Rd and Crofton Rd due to…

2026 Christmas Tree Recycling Events

Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to take down your decorations, dispose of your live Christmas tree and welcome the new year!