Firehall Renewal Project Coordinator

We are pleased to announce that Tor Nawrot has been hired by the Comox Valley RegionalDistrict as the Pre-Construction Coordinator for the fire hall renewal project. Tor, a resident of Hornby Island, will begin a unique community consultation process by hosting neighbourhood meetings in local homes to hear what Islanders are thinking about the new fire hall, answer questions and start a community dialogue on what we want to see in the new building.

Tor recently met with the local members of the Firehall Renewal Select Committee responsible for the firehall project. They are Fire Chief Giff La Rose, Jim Garton, Tony Quin and Andrew Carmichael. The series of initial neighbourhood meetings will start in late July so watch for a flyer advertising for your area.

Open burning closed until October

The Ministry of Forests has closed all open burning as of noon , Monday, June 24 until October 15. Open burning is the burning of yard cleanup, brush piles, scrap wood and includes burn barrels. This does not apply to campfires. Safe campfires are still allowed and we ask everyone to exercise care when lighting a campfire and remember that campfires are to be small: less than 18″ or 450mm across and are for enjoyment, cooking or ceremonies. Please call the Fire Patrol pager at 250-703-9022 with any questions or concerns regarding fires. In an emergency remember to call 911