News and Alerts
August 2017
News, events and public announcements are all posted here regularly. Bookmark this page and check back to stay up-to-date on Village life.
Cumberland Receives Heritage BC Funding
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The funding will support work on a community heritage register.
CVRD Offering Oil to Heat Pump Rebate Top-ups
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The total rebate available is up to $2100. Cumberland homeowners who heat their homes with oil may be eligible.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday August 30, 2017.
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Unlimited organics/yard waste and one can of garbage will be collected from single family residences in Cumberland.
Village Upgrades Work Near Completion for 2017
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2017 work is scheduled to be completed in September, and Cumberland Road will be open to two-lane traffic throughout the winter.
Cumberland Lake Park Survey: Have your say!
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In partnership with the Cumberland Lake Wilderness Society and Vancouver Island University, the Village is conducting a survey to gather information on the economic impact of Lake Park and your park experiences.
BC Hydro Testing Siren on Puntledge River August 29-30
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BC Hydro is advising the public to stay away from Puntledge River on August 29 and 30 during siren testing.
Cumberland Fire responds to small fire in Cumberland Community Forest
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Small fire was detected early and has been put out by the fire department
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday, August 23, 2017
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On Wednesday August 23, 2017 unlimited recycling and unlimited organics/yard waste to be collected from single family residences in Cumberland.
Road Closure and Noise Exemption for Atmosphere Gathering This Weekend
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Part of Sixth Street will be closed August 17-21, and there are noise exemptions approved for specific hours on August 18-20.
Cumberland Fire Rescue Seeking New Members
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Fire training begins this fall. Come join a great group of dedicated volunteers!
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday August 16, 2017
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On Wednesday, August 16, 2017, unlimited organics/yard waste and one can of garbage will be collected from single family residences in Cumberland.
Liquid Waste Management Planning Update
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Read the August 2017 LWMP newsletter for an update on liquid waste planning.
Employment Opportunity: TRX Fitness Leader
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The Village invites applications for a TRX Fitness Leader. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Paving on Dunsmuir Avenue August 14-15
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Dunsmuir Avenue will be closed from 1st to Egremont Street on August 14 and 15 for repaving.
Rebates Available for New Low-Flow Showerheads
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Rebates of up to $50 are available to Cumberland residents for new low-flow showerheads.
Solid Waste Schedule for Wednesday August 9, 2017.
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Unlimited recycling and unlimited organics/yard waste to be collected from single family residences in Cumberland.
Cumberland Trails Remain Open at this Time
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UROC and the Village are working closely with private forest landowners and will provide updates on Cumberland.ca and UROC’s Facebook page if access restrictions are implemented.
Attention Builders
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Effective immediately the Village of Cumberland will be using standard estimates on construction value for calculating permit fees owing on residential building permits.
First Phase of Paving Complete on Cumberland and Bevan Roads
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Work continues on Cumberland Road near Union Road.
Environment Canada Alert for Air Quality
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Smoke from wildfires on the mainland is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in the Comox Valley and Vancouver Island.
Smoking Ban in Cumberland Parks and Trails
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As of August 1, 2017, smoking is prohibited in all Village of Cumberland parks and trails, by order of the Fire Chief.