News and Alerts
May 2026
News, events and public announcements are all posted here regularly. Bookmark this page and check back to stay up-to-date on Village life.
2026 Property Tax Notices
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Property owners should have received their property tax notices. The payment due date is July 2, 2026.
Notice of Annual Report
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Council will consider the 2025 Annual Report, submissions and questions at the June 22 Council meeting.
Re-opened! Village Park Water Park and Drinking Fountain Temporary Closure
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Update May 29: Temporary Closure continues this weekend for system maintenance and to support the installation of a new misting station.
Stage 2 Water Restrictions Notice
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Stage 2 water restrictions are in effect starting June 4th 2026 for users of the Cumberland water system.
Village Hall Meeting
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Monday, June 1 at 7 p.m. at Village Square. Come discuss what matters to you.
CVRD Do Not Flush Does Not Apply to the Village
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The Village operates its own wastewater system.
Perseverance Creek Temporary Crossing Update
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Construction of the temporary crossing is now complete and the trail re-opened to enable crossing of Perseverance Creek in the Cumberland Community Forest Park during periods of low to moderate stream flows.
Solid Waste Collection for Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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Unlimited organics and one can of garbage will be collected.
Accessibility & Inclusion Action Plan, Annual Report and more on Agendas
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The next meetings are scheduled for Monday, May 25 at 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Solid Waste Collection for Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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Unlimited organics and recycling will be collected.
Road Closure and Noise Bylaw Exemptions for special event May 22-25
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What you need to know about street closures and noise this weekend
Traffic Advisory: First Street and Beaufort Avenue Closure
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Beaufort Avenue intersection at First Street closed to vehicles for 3- 5 weeks.
Employment Opportunity: Project Manager
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Position Type: Temporary Full Time, 1 year term – Closing date: Open until filled, reviews begin May 29.
Spray Patching May 14, Various Roads and Potholes
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During spray patching operations please be patient and obey all traffic control personnel and signage.
Employment Opportunity: Administration Technician
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Position Type: Permanent Part Time – Closing date: June 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Open Fire Ban Remains in Place
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All open fires remain prohibited in the Village of Cumberland and the Cumberland Fire Protection District.
Traffic Advisory: Victoria Day Long Weekend May 16-18
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There will be several street closures over the upcoming long weekend. Here’s what you need to know.
Village Seeks Feedback on Proposed Building Bylaw Amendments
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Updates include alignment with the BC Energy Step Code and a phased timeline for the Zero Carbon Step Code.
New Amenity Cost Charges Scheduled to Start June 9, 2026
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What you need to know about Application In Stream Protection
Water Park at Village Park
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Opening on Victoria Day weekend the hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
Solid Waste Collection for Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Unlimited organics and one can of garbage will be collected.
Perseverance Creek Flood Response, Building Step Codes and more on Agenda
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The next regular council meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Traffic Advisory – First Street Construction
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Street closures starting with the block between Beaufort and Penrith Avenues during construction hours.
Employment Opportunities: Truck Driver/Labourer
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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with resumes being reviewed beginning on May 20, 2026.
Open Fire Ban in Effect
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The open fire ban remains in place for the Village of Cumberland and Cumberland Fire Protection District, despite the lifting of the ban in the Coast Fire Centre.
Red Dress Day MMIWG2S+ Awareness Day Event, May 5th
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Please join the National Day of Awareness for MMIWG2S+
Solid Waste Collection for Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Unlimited organics and recycling will be collected.