News and Alerts
November 2016
News, events and public announcements are all posted here regularly. Bookmark this page and check back to stay up-to-date on Village life.
Sidewalk Closure at Dunsmuir and Second
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The sidewalk will be closed in front of the old Patch building December 1, 2, and possibly 5.
Blasting to Continue on Private Managed Forest Land
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The blasting is expected to continue until mid-December.
Flames at Landfill No Cause for Alarm
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The flames will be more visible in winter months and are part of normal landfill operations.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday November 30, 2016
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Unlimited recycling and unlimited organics/yard waste to be collected from single family residences in Cumberland on Wednesday November 30, 2016.
Disaster Assistance Available for November 3-14 Flooding and Landslides
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Applications are due to the Province by February 14, 2017.
Blasting on Private Managed Forest Land
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There is blasting taking place on private managed forest land west of Cumberland.
Village of Cumberland Accepting Marijuana Dispensary Applications
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Applications to open a marijuana dispensary in the Village will be accepted until January 16, 2017.
Solid Waste Schedule For Wednesday November 23, 2016
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Organics/yard waste and one can of garbage will be collected on Wednesday November 23, 2016
Ice and Snow Control
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Please use “concrete-friendly” ice melting products on Village sidewalks.
2017 Council Meeting Schedule Available
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The first Council meeting in 2017 is Monday, January 9 at 5:30pm in Council Chambers.
Share Your Thoughts on the Proposed Streets and Traffic Bylaw
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The survey on the proposed Streets and Traffic bylaw is open until December 2.
Utility Rates Set to Increase
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The Village is proposing a utility rate increase help fund the costs associated with important water and sewer infrastructure upgrades.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday November 16, 2016
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Recycling and unlimited organics/yard waste to be collected from single family residences in Cumberland on Wednesday November 16, 2016
Heritage Management Plan: Share Your Opinion
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The Village is accepting input on the draft Heritage Management Plan until November 14, 2016.
Village and UROC announce winner for Trails Survey prize package
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Congratulations to Bryce Downey of Mission, BC! And thanks to all who participated in the survey.
Remembrance Day Service
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The Remembrance Day Service will be Friday November 11, 2016 at 10:30 am at Cumberland Recreation.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday November 9, 2016
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Unlimited organics/yard waste and one can of garbage will be collected from single family residences on Wednesday November 9, 2016
Skatepark and Jump Park Project Update
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The Skatepark and Jump Park survey on the proposed design will be open until November 14, 2016.
Museum Project Wins Award
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The Cumberland Museum accepted an award for outstanding achievement on behalf of the Chinese Canadians Artifacts Project.
Share Your Opinion: Liquid Waste Management
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Feedback forms are due at noon on November 4 for the Liquid Waste Management Plan.
Heritage Management Plan Open House November 8, 2016
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Come to the open house November 8, 5pm to 7pm, to find out more about the draft Heritage Management Plan.
Liquid Waste Management Plan Open House November 1, 2016
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Learn about a new funding opportunity for the Cumberland’s Liquid Waste Management Plan at the open house, 6-9pm at Council Chambers.