Tag: Cowichan Valley Regional District

Most CVRD water systems downgraded to Stage 1

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Under Stage 1, sprinkling is allowed for a maximum of two hours, two days a week, between 7 p.m. and 9 a.m., the CVRD said. Even-numbered addresses can sprinkle Wednesdays, while odd-numbered addresses can do so Sundays.

BC Wildfire Service crews responding to blaze at Bald Mountain

Wildfires Wylie Henderson -
The Cowichan Valley Regional District has temporarily closed Bald Mountain Park to allow wildfire crews to respond to the fire.

CVRD candidates declared

Elections Wylie Henderson -
The nomination period has closed for the 2026 general local election, with competition in several Cowichan Valley Regional District electoral areas.

CVRD to host South Cowichan referendum information sessions

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Residents can attend information sessions about the referendum on Sept. 8 at the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, Sept. 14 at the Kerry Park Recreation Centre and Sept. 15 at the Cobble Hill Community Hall.

Affordable housing projects moving ahead in Duncan, Mill Bay

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The Cowichan Housing Association is moving forward with a pair of affordable housing projects in the region.

Stoney Hill Regional Park reopens following bear attack

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The Cowichan Valley Regional District said the park is now open from dawn to dusk.

Stoney Hill Regional Park remains closed following bear attack

Cowichan Valley Regional District Wylie Henderson -
The CVRD said its next update will be Wednesday, Aug. 19. The public is being asked to stay away from the park for safety.

Woman injured in Stoney Hill Regional Park bear attack, park closed for weekend

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A statement from the Conservation Officer Service said a woman was hiking with her off-leash dogs around 10 a.m. when she encountered a black bear sow and cub.

Update: Stoney Hill Regional Park closed for weekend following bear attack

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The B.C. Conservation Officer Service, RCMP and CVRD parks staff are responding to the incident and assessing the area.

CVRD to host online candidate information sessions

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Anyone interested in running in the upcoming municipal election can learn more during a pair of online information sessions next week.

CVRD hosting election information sessions in August

Politics Wylie Henderson -
The Cowichan Valley Regional District is hosting information sessions next month for residents interested in running in the upcoming municipal election.

B.C. Wildfire Service, Cowichan agencies train for coordinated wildfire response

Emergency Services Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. Wildfire Service is highlighting its partnership with local fire departments and the Cowichan Valley Regional District in preparing for large-scale emergencies.

CVRD issues reminder to watch for migrating toadlets near Cowichan Valley Trail

Fish & Wildlife Wylie Henderson -
Western toad migration season is underway, and the Cowichan Valley Regional District is reminding residents to watch for the small amphibians.

CVRD encouraging residents to take advantage of water conservation rebates

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The Cowichan Valley Regional District is reminding residents to take advantage of its water conservation rebate program.

CVRD launches call for Culture Days events

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For the third year, the regional district will organize an online marketing hub during the national festival, which runs from Sept. 18 to Oct. 4.

CVRD announces completion of new stage at Cobble Hill Commons Park

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The new amenity provides an elevated, covered concrete performance stage for outdoor concerts, small productions and events.
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