Welcome Area D
Cowichan Bay & Koksilah Village's guide to community news, volunteering & resources
Hi, I'm Hilary
I've been fortunate to call Cowichan Bay home for over 30 years. You'll often find me strolling through the Bay or riding my bicycle near Cherry Point.
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~ Hilary
Area D Director, Cowichan Bay & Koksilah Village
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UPCOMING KEY DATES FOR AREA D RESIDENTS
Local Area Plans - Update on Draft Bylaw 4705
Public Meeting: April 14, 5 - 7pm at Ocean Front Suites
Why This Matters for Area D
The Cowichan Valley Regional District is moving forward with Draft Bylaw 4705, which proposes updates to Schedule B of the Official Community Plan (OCP). The OCP sets the long-term vision for land use, growth, and community development in our area.
Below is a simple overview of what happens next:
Board Consideration
The CVRD Board will give the bylaw formal readings. This allows elected officials to review, debate, and refine the proposed changes.
Referrals to Agencies and First Nations
The draft bylaw is circulated to member municipalities, First Nations, and provincial agencies for technical review and comment.
Public Engagement
Residents are invited to review the proposed changes and provide feedback by April 24th. Community input is an important part of the process and helps shape the final outcome.
Public Information Meeting – Area D, Cowichan Bay & Koksilah Village
Area D residents are invited to attend a Public Information Meeting:
April 14
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Ocean Front Suites
Cowichan Bay
This session will provide an opportunity to learn more about the draft bylaw, ask questions, and share comments.
Learn More
Residents can review background materials and stay informed by visiting the “Plan your Cowichan” website. https://www.planyourcowichan.ca/
Revisions and Final Adoption
After reviewing feedback, staff may revise the draft. The Board will then consider second and third readings. If approved, the bylaw will be adopted and will guide future planning and development decisions.
Further updates will be shared as the process moves forward.
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Key Phone Numbers
Non Emergency RCMP
1(250)748-5522
Road Condition Reporting
Emcon Services Inc
1(866)353-3136
MoTT Vancouver Island District
Ministry of Transportation & Transit
1(250)751-3246
CVRD Parks
Issues, reservations & information
1(250)746-2660
CVRD Parks 24 hr Emergencies
1(855)781-9524
CVRD Bylaw Enforcement
1(250)746-2655
CVRD Utilities & Operations
1(250)746-2530
CVRD Utilities 24 Emergencies
(including water and sewer)
1(888)453-0148
Coastal Animal Control Services
1(250)748-3395
Plan Your Cowichan
Through the link below you will find projects we're working on as well as projects that are now completed. Our hope is to engage with you in a meaningful and convenient way which is why we have organized the site by featured projects, upcoming projects, past projects, and key dates.
Simply click on the project of interest to be re-directed to the project page. Should you have any questions on any of the projects, feel free to reach out via the contact email provided on each project page.
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