New emergency alert and notification system launched for Cowichan region

Cowichan Alert is an improved, easy-to-use system to send emergency alerts and advisories to residents and visitors of the Cowichan region.

Cowichan region receives funding for three positions to support economic recovery

The funding comes from Island Coastal Economic Trust's Rural Business and Community Recovery Program, supporting temporary term positions at Economic Development Cowichan, Stz'uminus First Nation and Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce

CVRD head office closure and restoration work to take up to four months

CVRD main reception and building permit administration services have been relocated to the Cowichan Community Centre. However, in-person service is limited to receiving payments and documents.

CVRD receives $1.54 million in senior government funding through COVID restart grants

The funding provides a total of $1,543,000 to ensure the regional district can continue to deliver services during the COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Upgraded Cowichan Valley Trail ready to welcome visitors

Residents and visitors alike will benefit from significant upgrades made to the Cowichan Valley Trail, following a culvert failure that occurred in 2020.

Curbside Collection Equipment Failures May 5 and May 6

Due to multiple equipment failures on WEDNESDAY MAY 5 and THURSDAY MAY 6, your garbage and recycling may not be picked up. 

If your pickup day was WEDNESDAY MAY 5 - we will pick up missed material on SATURDAY MAY 8

If your pickup day is THURSDAY MA...

Cowichan Valley declares state of local emergency as intense localized flooding forces evacuations a

The Cowichan Valley Regional District has declared a state of local emergency for the region, as widespread flooding forces resident evacuations and cuts off key transportation corridors.

Pickle Ball Rent a Court is Back!!!!!!

Pickleball Rent a Court 

Ages 15 +

We are pleased to announce a new service for the pickleball community. For those who wish to keep within their own bubble, courts can now be rented independently. Participants should bring their own paddles. Nets ...

COVID-19 Immunization Clinic at the Cowichan Community Centre

The Cowichan Valley Regional District is supporting Island Health in facilitating a COVID-19 Immunization Clinic at the Cowichan Community Centre. The Clinic is located in the Multi Purpose Hall (Gymnasium). The Vancouver Island Health Authority has reque...