💧Notice of water main flushing
From March 16 - April 24, utilities crews will be undertaking routine water main flushing in various areas of the Chemainus water system. You may notice short periods of low pressure and/or discolouration during this time. Learn more at northcowichan.ca/flushing
We want to better understand how families access swimming lessons and what barriers may be making it harder to participate.🏊♀️ Your feedback will help to shape future programming and registration improvements - share your experience & take the survey at ConnectNorthCowichan.ca/swim-survey
Starting March 16, crews will be on site at Cowichan Lake Rd & Skinner Rd to begin replacement of aging water main infrastructure. Work includes closure of Skinner March 16-23, and single-lane alternating on Cowichan Lake Rd from March 23 - May 4. Full details at northcowichan.ca/cowichan-lake-rd
We're looking for more input specifically about pickleball open court hours. If you are a pickleball player or someone that live close to a court and is impacted by noise, please complete this quick follow up survey.
www.connectnorthcowichan.ca/pickleball
⚠️Road work notice⚠️
Crews will be conducting water service work at 3191 Sherman Road.
📍Sherman Road near the Curling Club.
📆 March 10 - 12 | 7am - 5pm
🚧 Single-lane, alternating traffic will be in place with traffic control personnel on site. Please expect delays and use caution.
🌼 Spring ahead, stay ahead: it's time to change your clocks and your smoke detector batteries! Did you know that your smoke detector batteries should be replaced every 6 months? And don't forget to replace your smoke detectors and CO2 detectors every 10 years. Stay safe!
Happy news! The new Kin Beach playground is officially open and the space is ready for play!🛝Upgrades included:
✅new CSA-approved engineered wood fibre surfacing
✅adding equipment with easy-access platforms
✅a new basket-style swing, and more!
Enjoy the new space! 🌟
Can you guess what the two most common cart placement mistakes are?
1️⃣ Carts too close together
2️⃣ Facing the wrong way
Follow the tips in this video to make sure your waste gets collected every week!
Learn more at northcowichan.ca/automation
Reminder: a $2 fee will be added to all paper utility bills starting with the next bill. This helps cover mailing and administrative costs and reduces paper use.
👩💻Avoid the fee - switch to e‑billing! It’s fast, secure, and convenient.
Learn more: www.northcowichan.ca/news/paper-utility-bill-fee
Council meets again this Wednesday at 5pm. Be part of the conversation: attend in-person in Council Chambers or join online (info at northcowichan.ca/virtualmeeting).
Prefer to watch? The live‑stream is available on mobile or desktop 📲
Find the agenda & live‑stream at northcowichan.ca/meetings
Mayor Douglas joined crews yesterday to see how the new electric curbside truck runs and operates. The new truck is now in operation, picking up curbside materials on all routes, replacing one of the old diesel trucks that was at the end of its useful life. Wave if you see us out on your route! 👋
Survey closes on March 1!
We want to hear from you! We’re developing guidelines and a strategy to help shape the future of pickleball courts in North Cowichan, including exploring options to help address noise concerns at Andy Hutchins Park in Maple Bay.
Take the survey: https://loom.ly/WUldkBg
The new Kin Beach playground equipment is taking shape! 🛝
Work is on schedule and the equipment is mostly installed. Crews are turning their attention to the engineered wood fibre surfacing and final touches. We expect the playground to be ready for climbing, swinging, & exploring in early March.
LAST CHANCE to save $30 on registration! Earlybird discount ends tomorrow (Feb 27). ⭐ REGISTER HERE: https://loom.ly/eAQQt5c ⭐
💕Sprinkle kindness💕
We are an inclusive community and employer, dedicated to creating a respectful environment for citizens and staff, and we support Pink Shirt Day.
#PinkShirtDay #NorthCowichan
✅It’s your weekly cart placement reminder!
Keep it flat!
Whenever possible, place carts on flat ground – not on an angle. This helps ensure they’re set back down smoothly and helps avoid damage to the wheels.
Learn more at northcowichan.ca/automation
🏒 Earlybird discount ending soon! Register by Feb 27 and save $30!
Extend your hockey season! Join Fuller Lake’s 3-on-3 hockey league and play until May.
REGISTER HERE: https://loom.ly/eAQQt5c
You are invited! Join us to learn more about the 2026 budget, the budget planning process, and key items driving this year's budget.
📆Tuesday, February 24, 2026
🕞4:30-5:30pm: Open house
🕟5:30-6:30pm: Council presentation and public input
📍North Cowichan municipal hall, 7030 Trans-Canada Hwy
🏒 Earlybird discount ending soon! Register by Feb 27 and save $30!
Extend your hockey season! Join Fuller Lake’s 3-on-3 hockey league and play until May.
REGISTER HERE: https://loom.ly/eAQQt5c
⚠️Look up - it’s your weekly cart placement reminder!
↔️ Keep at least 3 metres of space above your carts – free from branches, wires, or overhangs. Safe clearance means smooth collection.
Learn more at northcowichan.ca/automation
We are developing new guidelines and a strategy for future pickleball courts - including exploring options to address noise at Andy Hutchins Park.
Join us:
📅 Feb 19, 2:30–4:30pm
📍 Andy Hutchins Park
Can’t make it? Share your thoughts and take the survey at ConnectNorthCowichan.ca/pickleball
Be part of the conversation ⏩ join us for our next regular Council meeting - this Wednesday at 5pm. Attend in-person at Council Chambers, join online via WebEx (northcowichan.ca/virtualmeeting), or watch the live-stream. Find the full agenda and live-stream link at northcowichan.ca/agendas
It’s your weekly cart placement reminder!
➡️ Point your cart in the right direction ⬅️
Carts need to face the road, with wheels closest to your house, and the lid opening toward the street. If not, the contents won't be emptied into our trucks.
Learn more at northcowichan.ca/automation
North Cowichan is keeping the community of Tumbler Ridge in our thoughts after Tuesday's horrific tragedy. We hold the students, families, staff, and first responders in our thoughts. Our flags are at half‑mast in honour of the lives lost and all who are grieving.
We’re developing new guidelines for future pickleball courts and exploring options to reduce noise at Andy Hutchins Park in Maple Bay.
We want your input⤵️
📅 Thurs, Feb 19, 2:30–4:30pm - Pop‑up open house at Andy Hutchins Park courts
👩💻 Take the survey at: ConnectNorthCowichan.ca/pickleball
Starting Monday, February 9 the playground will be closed for approximately one month while the existing playground equipment is removed, and a new playground installed. Access to the washrooms, covered shelter, and other areas of the park will remain open during this time.
Council's next meeting is this Wednesday at 5pm! Join the conversation; provide input on agenda items and ask questions👉 attend the meeting in-person in Council Chambers or attend virtually (details at northcowichan.ca/virtualmeeting).
Find the agenda & live-stream link at northcowichan.ca/meetings
The province will begin their safety upgrades along the highway between James St and Beverly St this Sunday, Feb 1. Construction will take place at night with lane closures between 8pm and 5:30am. Learn more 👇
news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
Yes, carts need to be spaced 1 metre apart from other carts/objects. Cart positioning guidelines are explained in the guide that residents received with their new carts: www.northcowichan.ca/media/1420
Starting with the spring 2026 utility bill, a $2 fee for all paper utility bills will be introduced to reduce costs and paper use. Switch to e‑billing to skip the fee - it’s fast, secure, and eco‑friendly.
Learn more at northcowichan.ca/news/paper-utility-bill-fee
