Town of Lake Cowichan mayor and council joined local firefighters to welcome the town's new firefighting apparatus. Image from Town of Lake Cowichan's Facebook page.
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Lake Cowichan completes two infrastructure projects, including new fire truck

Wylie Henderson
By Wylie Henderson

The Town of Lake Cowichan is celebrating the completion of two community-focused projects.

The town said its Cowichan River access staircase at Central Park is now open for use.

It provides safe access and egress to a popular summer recreation site and was completed at a cost of just over $7,500.

The town has also taken delivery of a new fire truck.

It cost $757,103, below its budget of $760,000.

“The new apparatus significantly enhances emergency response capabilities with a 2,000-gallon water tank, foam suppression capability, and pump-and-roll functionality,” said the town in a statement.

The fire truck has been commissioned and is ready to serve the community.

Wylie Henderson
Wylie Henderson
Wylie is news director for Vancouver Island, bringing more than a decade of broadcast experience to the role. A Vancouver native, he moved to the Island in 2025 with his wife and stepdaughter after a long run on the airwaves in the Kootenays. He is committed to delivering timely, reliable and community-focused news to listeners across the region. A lifelong Vancouver Canucks and B.C. Lions fan, Wylie is just as comfortable breaking down a game as he is breaking down a news story. Away from the newsroom, he can often be found on the golf course, cycling or lacing up his skates for a game of hockey. For Wylie, keeping listeners informed about what matters locally is more than a job, it’s a passion.

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