News and Alerts
September 2024
News, events and public announcements are all posted here regularly. Bookmark this page and check back to stay up-to-date on Village life.
Geothermal Project, Ulverston Avenue Rezoning, and more on the Agenda
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The next council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday October 1, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
Comox Valley Local Governments to Observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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The Village office and Recreation Centre will be closed on September 30 to support the community in acknowledging this day.
Village Park Playground Rubber Surfacing Repair
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Playground surfacing repairs are continuing at the Village Park playground and water park.
Various Street Sign Installations
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You may have noticed various street signs including crosswalk and parking signs popping up around your neighbourhood.
Survivors’ Flag Raising
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Public commemoration of the painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
Information Sessions: Liquid Waste Management Plan
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Information Sessions as part of the final stage of the Liquid Waste Management Plan will take place Thursday, September 26.
Solid Waste Collection for Thursday, September 26, 2024
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Unlimited organics and recycling will be collected.
Employment Opportunity: Internal/External Permanent Part-time Recreation and Culture Clerk
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The Village of Cumberland invites applications for the position of Permanent Part-time Recreation and Culture Clerk I.
Preliminary 2024 By-Election Results
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Official results will be declared by September 25, 2024.
Official Community Plan (OCP) Review
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Community input from recent public consultations regarding the Official Community Plan have been summarized in the Phase 2 Community Engagement Report.
Employment Opportunity: Casual Janitor
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Village of Cumberland seeking a casual janitor position.
Will You Be 18 Years or Older on September 21, 2024?
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Come out and vote at the Cumberland by-election.
By-Election General Voting Day is on Saturday, September 21
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Bring two pieces of identification to the Cultural Centre from 8am to 8pm.
Solid Waste Collection for Thursday, September 19, 2024
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Unlimited organics and one can of garbage will be collected.
Tips to Keep Bears Safe and Wild
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Important information for keeping Bears safe in our community.
Advance Voting for the By-Election
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On Wednesday, September 18 at the Cumberland Council Chamber.
Join the Village’s Heritage Committee
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The Village of Cumberland is accepting applications to be part of its Heritage Committee.
Traffic Notice: Saturday, September 14 from 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
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Please follow all road signage and the direction of flaggers.
Village Kicks Off Final Stage of Liquid Waste Management Plan
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Information sessions will be held on Sept. 26, 2024 at 4:45pm and 6:00pm in Council Chamber.
Solid Waste Collection Delay, September 12
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Please bring in your recycling containers tonight and return to curb first thing on September 13.
Traffic Advisory: Friday September 13, Construction on Cumberland Road
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Pedestrians, cyclists and motorists are reminded to please take care, reduce speeds, and obey all traffic control personnel during construction.
Village of Cumberland to Receive Plan H Healthy Communities Grant
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The Healthy Public Policy funding stream is providing up to $15,000 for projects that will improve the health and well-being of communities by creating or updating health-related policies.
Solid Waste Collection for Thursday, September 12, 2024
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Unlimited organics and recycling will be collected.
Younger Voters Encouraged to Get Involved
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If you are 18 years or older, a citizen of Canada, and live in Cumberland then you are eligible to vote in the upcoming Municipal By-Election.
Advance Voting for the By-Election
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On Wednesdays, September 11 and September 18 at the Cumberland Council Chamber.
Housing Needs Report, Bylaw Service Review Update and more on the Agenda
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The next council meeting is scheduled for Monday September 9, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
Weekends are back at Cumberland Recreation
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New times available for drop in at the Cumberland Recreation Centre.
Spray Park to stay open one more week
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Village Park Spray Park hours extended due to warm weather.
The Village Stands with the K’ómoks First Nation Against Hate Speech
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Council is committed to reconciliation and actions that support a diverse and healthy community.
Meet the Candidates Opportunity
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Adults over 50 are invited to meet the candidates for the local by-election to be held on September 21st.
Solid Waste Collection for Thursday, September 5, 2024
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Unlimited organics and one can of garbage will be collected.
School Zones
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Please take note of extra pedestrians with the start of school Wednesday, September 4.
Solid Waste Collection Day Changes
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The next add-a-day moves pick up to Thursday, September 5th, 2024 after the Labour Day long weekend.
Sanitary Sewer Flushing
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Odours may be eliminated by flushing your toilets and running water in all your drains, including any floor drains.
Update on Wastewater Upgrades Project Posted
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The project team is now ready to roll forward with the change to the lagoons and treatment systems.