Tofino public meetings in 2025
55 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Accessibility Committee
The Tofino Accessibility Committee will discuss and consider recommending that Council adopt the District of Tofino Accessibility Plan. They will also review correspondence from a resident about unsafe sidewalk conditions on Campbell Street and discuss a new business item regarding Co-op parking.
- Recommendation to adopt the draft District of Tofino Accessibility Plan
- Correspondence from B. Dusseault detailing accessibility concerns with narrow and uneven sidewalks on Campbell Street
- New business item: discussion of Co-op parking
- Approval of minutes from previous committee meetings (October 3, December 4, and November 5, 2025)
Regular Council
The District of Tofino Council will discuss the allocation of pay parking surplus funds and a proposed amendment to the Official Community Plan regarding housing needs. The body will also consider updates to municipal ticketing and bylaw enforcement systems.
- Proposed allocation of pay parking surplus: $441,823 for Recreation Facilities, $105,905 for Roads Infrastructure, and $70,603 for Pay Parking Reserve
- Introduction of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1290.02, 2025 for housing needs and growth projections
- Proposed amendments to Municipal Ticket Information System (Bylaw No. 1088.10 and 1088.11) and Bylaw Notice Enforcement (Bylaw No. 1107.20 and 1107.21)
- Proposed resolution for short-term rental property taxation based on floor area
- Proposed resolution to expand strata accommodation property definition to include plans with fewer than 20 units
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will approve the meeting location at Clayoquot Sound Community Theatre and adopt the agenda and minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. Council will hear a verbal report on the 2025 Water System Performance from Infrastructure and Public Works. A closed session will be convened to discuss personal information about municipal staff and labour‑relation issues.
- Approve meeting location: Zoom and live broadcast at Clayoquot Sound Community Theatre, 380 Campbell Street
- Adopt agenda for the December 2, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes from the October 28, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Presentation: 2025 Water System Performance Report (Infrastructure and Public Works)
- Closed session to discuss personal information of municipal employees and labour‑relation matters
Regular Council
The District of Tofino Council will discuss awarding a construction contract for the Community Hall kitchen and review two zoning amendment bylaws. The meeting also includes presentations on affordable housing and the approval of 2026 event permits.
- Proposed $245,777 contract to Kaercher Projects & Construction LTD for Tofino Community Hall kitchen renewal
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1352 regarding 691 Campbell Street
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1355 regarding Essential Service Structures
- Special event permits for Tofino Dog Dash (March 7, 2026) and WCS Winter Surfing Games (January 8-12, 2026)
- Adoption of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1290.01 regarding Ocean Interface
Recreation Advisory Committee
The Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the Tofino Recreation & Parks Master Plan draft 2 and the 2026-2030 Financial Plan for an Aquatics Feasibility Study. The meeting will also include updates on the Kids Access Fund and program year-end results.
- Review Tofino Recreation & Parks Master Plan draft 2
- Review 2026-2030 Financial Plan for Aquatics Feasibility Study
- Update on 2025 Kids Access Fund and Program Year End
- Approval of June 9, 2025 minutes
- Approval of November 12, 2025 agenda
Special Council
The District of Tofino Council will meet to approve the agenda and discuss the Draft 2026-2030 Financial Plan, which outlines projected municipal tax revenues and expenditures. The meeting will be held electronically via Zoom with a live broadcast at the Clayoquot Sound Theatre.
- Approval of meeting location (Clayoquot Sound Theatre, 380 Campbell Street)
- Discussion of Draft 2026-2030 Financial Plan
- Public comment period via Zoom Q&A
- Closed session for labour relations and solicitor-client privilege
- Council Code of Conduct and Strategic Plan
Accessibility Committee
The District of Tofino Accessibility Committee will meet on November 5, 2025. The agenda includes adopting the agenda and minutes, receiving an "Untapped Accessibility" presentation, and holding a discussion on the presentation. No other decisions or actions are listed.
- Adopt agenda
- Adopt minutes
- Untapped Accessibility presentation
- Discussion of presentation
- New business (no items specified)
Special Council
The Special Council approved holding the November 4, 2025 meeting electronically via Zoom, with a public viewing site at the Clayoquot Sound Theatre, 380 Campbell Street. The council adopted its agenda and entered a closed session to discuss labour‑relations matters and solicitor‑client privileged advice. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approval of Zoom as the meeting platform and public viewing at Clayoquot Sound Theatre, 380 Campbell Street
- Adoption of the special council agenda
- Closed session to discuss labour relations and solicitor‑client privileged advice
Regular Council
Council will consider third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1351 for 320 Tonquin Park Road, with conditions including a development covenant and adoption of a related tree bylaw. A delegation will speak on this item. Other business includes approving a temporary road closure for the 2026 Parade of Whales and Wonders, supporting an emergency preparedness grant, and introducing several housekeeping and enforcement bylaw amendments.
- Third reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1351 for 320 Tonquin Park Road, with conditions (parkland transfer, fire flow, water service).
- First, second, and third reading of Significant Tree Amendment Bylaw No. 856.03, 2025.
- Approval of temporary road closure on Gibson, Campbell, and Fourth Streets for the Parade of Whales and Wonders on March 14, 2026.
- Support for Emergency Support Services Team Development project under Community Emergency Preparedness Fund.
- Introduction and reading of Municipal Ticket Information and Bylaw Notice Enforcement amendment bylaws.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on a Tofino Library and Housing Feasibility Study. The body will also discuss fire department service levels and wastewater treatment plant finances.
- Presentation from Tofino Housing Corporation on Tofino Library and Housing Feasibility Study
- Proposed amendment to Tofino Volunteer Fire Department response criteria for "Red" calls to reduce volunteer burnout
- Verbal report on Environmentally Sensitive Areas
- Verbal financial report on the Wastewater Treatment Plant
Regular Council
The council will discuss a sponsored Crown Grant application for District Lot 117 to host a wastewater treatment plant, conveyance infrastructure, and a fire training facility, with remaining land kept for watershed purposes. The application will be referred to the 2026‑2030 Financial Planning process. The council will also conduct third‑reading votes on the Source Control Regulation Bylaw No. 1350, 2024, and introduce amendments to the Asset Management Policy, Municipal Ticket Information System, and Building Bylaw.
- Crown Grant application for District Lot 117 (wastewater plant, conveyance, fire training facility)
- Source Control Regulation Bylaw No. 1350, 2024 – third reading
- Asset Management Policy amendment (Appendix 2)
- Municipal Ticket Information System Amendment Bylaw No. 1088.10, 2025 – first to third reading
- Building Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1256.04, 2025 – first to third reading
Regular Council
Council will consider adopting the Public Property Use Amendment Bylaw No. 1098.01, 2025, which was introduced at the previous meeting. Other agenda items include authorizing a council member to attend a health summit in Nanaimo, responding to a request for a letter of support for the Clayoquot Biosphere Centre, and receiving public correspondence about a Limits to Growth Policy. The meeting will also include a closed session for personnel, legal, and negotiation matters.
- Adoption of Public Property Use Amendment Bylaw No. 1098.01, 2025
- Authorize council member to attend Health Forward Summit in Nanaimo, Nov 13, 2025, with expense reimbursement
- Request for letter of support for Clayoquot Biosphere Centre grant applications
- Public correspondence regarding Limits to Growth Policy (two items)
- Closed session under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a)(c)(g)(i)(k) and 90(2)(b) for personnel, labour, litigation, solicitor-client privilege, negotiations, and intergovernmental relations
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from its September 3, 2025 meeting. It will discuss Stage 2 of the Sport Court Mural public art project. A closed session will be held to consider personal information about an individual being considered for a municipal award or honour, or who offered an anonymous gift. The meeting will reconvene after the closed session before adjourning.
- Adopt the meeting agenda.
- Approve minutes from the September 3, 2025 PAAC meeting.
- Discuss Stage 2 of the Sport Court Mural public art project.
- Closed session to consider personal information about an individual being considered for a municipal award or honour, or who offered an anonymous gift.
- Reconvene after closed session before adjourning.
Regular Council
Council will decide on adopting a new Snow and Ice Control Policy, amending the Parks & Trails policy, and introducing a Public Property Use Amendment Bylaw. They will also vote on authorizing the t̓aatn̓aʔałuk – Taking Care of Children Operating Agreement and adopting a Transportation Infrastructure Maintenance and Inspection Policy. Consent agenda items include minutes from the Public Art Advisory Committee and a request for a letter of support for enhanced CBSA services at Comox Valley Airport.
- Sport Court Mural public art reevaluation and $500 honorarium for Stage 2 artists
- Consideration of request for letter of support for enhanced CBSA services at Comox Valley Airport
- Authorization to execute t̓aatn̓aʔałuk – Taking Care of Children Operating Agreement
- Adoption of District of Tofino Snow and Ice Control Policy and amendment to Parks & Trails policy
- Introduction and first three readings of Public Property Use Amendment Bylaw No. 1098.01, 2025; repeal of 1998 policy and adoption of new Transportation Infrastructure Maintenance and Inspection Policy
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a staff report on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1351 for 320 Tonquin Park Road and consider three options: approve the amended application at third reading, reject it, or defer the decision pending a land donation agreement. The meeting also includes a housing needs assessment report recommending an amendment to the Official Community Plan to add housing targets and adjust growth projections. Additional items are a presentation on the housing needs assessment, an asset management policy introduction, and a quarterly financial report.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1351 – 320 Tonquin Park Road (third‑reading decision options)
- Housing Needs Assessment OCP amendment to add 2025 housing unit targets
- Asset Management Policy and Strategy introduction
- 2025 Q2 Financial Report
- Public comment and closed‑session items
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee is reviewing how to proceed with the Sport Court Mural project after the previous selection process ended without an artist. Staff are proposing a focus on community engagement and a project completion date in summer 2026.
- Review of options to proceed with the Sport Court Mural Public Art project
- Proposed project budget of $25,000 with up to $5,000 in additional contingency funding
- Staff recommendation to review the 18 original artist submissions
- Discussion on prioritizing community engagement versus final design for the mural
Regular Council
The District of Tofino Council is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt an amendment to the Single-Use Item Regulation Bylaw regarding plastic bottles. The body will also review recommendations to conclude a specific stage of a public art project without selecting an artist.
- Adoption of Single-Use Item Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1277.02, 2024 regarding plastic bottles
- Proposed amendments to Municipal Ticket Information System Bylaw No. 1088 and Bylaw Notice Enforcement and Dispute Adjudication System Bylaw No. 1107
- Recommendation to conclude stage 2 of the Public Art Sport Court Mural project without selecting an artist
- Correspondence from Village of Lions Bay regarding 2025 UBCM Resolution - Water Filtration Support Letter
Public Hearing
The District of Tofino is holding a public hearing to consider Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1290.01, 2025. The proposal would allow limited residential development for staff accommodation in areas outside the Village and Future Homes areas, provided it is supported by Land Use Designation policies.
- Proposed Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1290.01, 2025
- Proposed update to Section 3.9.1.1 regarding residential development limits
- Proposed update to Section 4.1.2.5 to prioritize development in Village, Future Homes, and Industrial Way designations
- Proposed removal of section 5.1.2.4 in the Ocean Interface section
Regular Council
The District of Tofino is deciding on the adoption of a zoning amendment for 825 Campbell Street and the third reading of an Official Community Plan amendment. Council will also consider a financial contribution to a food bank and a special event permit for a community celebration.
- Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1315, 2022 for 825 Campbell Street
- Third reading of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1290.01, 2025
- $3,900 financial contribution to Food Bank on the Edge for a new facility in Ucluelet
- Special event permit for the Mexican Independence Latin Party on September 13, 2025
- Authorization of Simon Kirkland as a signing authority for the District
Special Council
The District of Tofino Council will consider approving temporary road closures for the Tla-o-qui-aht Days Parade on August 4 and adopting an amendment to the Firearms and Fireworks Display Regulation Bylaw to allow fireworks during Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation Days.
- Temporary road closures for Tla-o-qui-aht Days Parade on Campbell Street and First Street
- Amendment to Firearms and Fireworks Display Regulation Bylaw No. 1219.01, 2025
- Parade route along Gibson Street and Campbell Street to Village Green
- Meeting held via Zoom and live broadcast at Clayoquot Sound Theatre
- Public comment period using Zoom Q&A function
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive presentations from the Tofino Housing Corporation on a housing and library preliminary design and on a site feasibility report that recommends further assessment of 740 Campbell Street for affordable housing. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and a closed session for personnel, labour relations, and preliminary service negotiations.
- Presentation from Tofino Housing Corporation on housing and library preliminary design
- Presentation of Tofino Housing Corporation site feasibility report recommending 740 Campbell Street for affordable housing development
- Closed session under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a)(c)(k) for personnel, labour relations, and service negotiations
- Adoption of June 2, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will discuss crosswalk updates and a recommendation for the Sport Court Mural project. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personal information regarding a municipal award or gift.
- Recommendation to Council for the Sport Court Mural public art project award
- Crosswalk Updates report
Regular Council
Council will consider and vote on several items, including a consent agenda, a firearms and fireworks regulation amendment, and a major zoning amendment. The Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1349, 2025 will be adopted and will allocate 1.36 m³/day of water to 346 and 356 Peterson Drive. Council will also authorize an amendment to the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw to include revenues and expenditures for the Training Ground and Fire Hall Replacement Project and will support an application to the 2025 Strategic Priorities Fund for the fire hall project.
- Adopt Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1349, 2025 (final reading) with water allocations of 1.36 m³/day to 346 and 356 Peterson Drive
- Introduce District of Tofino Firearms and Fireworks Display Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1219.01, 2025 (first, second, third reading)
- Authorize amendment to the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw to include revenues and expenditures for the Training Ground and Fire Hall Replacement Project
- Approve appointment of Jaime Larsen as Corporate Officer and add him as a signing authority for the District
- Consider request from M. Noël, Chair of Food Bank on the Edge, for a financial contribution to support a new facility
Regular Council
The District of Tofino Council will adopt a Housing Agreement Amendment Bylaw and approve a rezoning for a fire training facility at 570 and 610 Warren Way and 620 Industrial Way. The meeting also includes a review of the Limits to Growth Policy and the 2024 Annual Municipal Report.
- Adoption of Housing Agreement Amendment Bylaw No. 1251.01
- Rezoning for fire training facility at 570 Warren Way, 610 Industrial Way, and 620 Industrial Way
- Review of Limits to Growth Policy
- Adoption of 2024 Annual Municipal Report
- Adoption of Municipal Alcohol Policy Amendments
Emergency Program Executive Committee
The District of Tofino Emergency Program Executive Committee will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The committee will also receive updates on the Emergency Communications Plan and the Emergency Management Strategic Plan, which is being developed by Clear Sky Consulting Ltd.
- Adoption of June 19, 2025 agenda
- Adoption of May 28, 2024 minutes
- Emergency Communications Plan overview
- Emergency Management Strategic Plan update
- Emergency Disaster and Management Act update
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will consider approving the agenda and minutes from April 16, 2025, then move into a closed session under the Community Charter to discuss personal information about an individual being considered for a municipal award or honour, or who has offered an anonymous gift to the municipality.
- Approval of minutes from April 16, 2025 Public Art Advisory Committee meeting
- Closed session pursuant to section 90(1)(b) of the Community Charter
Regular Council
Council will give first and second readings to a zoning amendment for 1141 Pacific Rim Highway. They will also consider borrowing up to $125,000 for a Multihog tractor and receive reports on the draft Recreation and Parks Master Plan and 2025-2027 Resort Development Strategy. A letter from the Ministry of Housing regarding Small Scale Multi Unit Housing alignment is noted.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1335, 2025 – first and second readings for 1141 Pacific Rim Highway
- Authorize borrowing up to $125,000 for a Multihog multi-purpose tractor and mowing attachment
- Receive draft Tofino Recreation and Parks Master Plan and authorize final engagement round
- Authorize drafting a Snow and Ice Control Policy and a Transportation Maintenance and Inspection Policy
- Correspondence from Ministry of Housing re Small Scale Multi Unit Housing Alignment
Recreation Advisory Committee
The Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, then receive verbal reports on recreation programs and special events from September 2024 to June 2025, a fall/winter 2025 update, and a school access update. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.
- Verbal report on recreation programs and special events, Sept 2024 - June 2025
- Verbal report on Fall/Winter 2025 recreation plans
- Verbal report on school access updates
- Approval of minutes from April 23, 2025 meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive and discuss the draft Tofino Recreation and Parks Master Plan and consider authorizing a final round of engagement. They will also receive the 2025-2027 Resort Development Strategy for information and discussion, and consider directing staff to draft a Snow and Ice Control Policy and a Transportation Maintenance and Inspection Policy. A delegation from the Wickaninnish Community School Society will provide a community school update.
- Draft Recreation and Parks Master Plan for discussion and authorization of final engagement
- 2025-2027 Resort Development Strategy presented for information and discussion
- Verbal report on Snow and Ice Control Policy directing staff to draft a policy
- Verbal report on Transportation Maintenance and Inspection Policy to replace existing roadways policy
- Delegation from Wickaninnish Community School Society on community school update
Regular Council
Council will hold second reading of a source control regulation bylaw and first, second, and third readings of a housing agreement amendment enabling 30 staff accommodation trailer sites. Also on the agenda: special event permits for a half marathon and a community event, a delegation from Clayoquot Action about fish farm waste, and 2025 council grant awards totaling over $38,000.
- Housing Agreement Amendment Bylaw No. 1251.01, 2025 for first, second, third reading — allows 30 staff accommodation trailer/RV sites at TUP 02-24
- Second reading of Source Control Regulation Bylaw No. 1350, 2024 — regulates discharges into the municipal sewer/stormwater system
- Special event permit for Coastal Yeehaw Half Marathon on June 14, 2025 using multi-use path, Lynn Road, and Chesterman Beach
- Special event permit for Tonquin Explosion on June 11, 2025 at Village Green and playground
- Delegation from D. Lewis (Clayoquot Action) regarding Stop Cermaq Bloodwater — fish farm waste issue
Council Grant Standing Committee
The Council Grant Standing Committee will review and make recommendations on 2025 in-kind grant applications from Clayoquot Action, Rising Tide Surf Society, Tofino Community Food Initiative, and Tofino Public Market Society, each requesting one day of free community hall use. The committee will also adopt the minutes from its May 13, 2025 meeting.
- In-kind grant applications from Clayoquot Action (Doing Democracy), Rising Tide Surf Society, Tofino Community Food Initiative, and Tofino Public Market Society for one day of community hall use
- Adoption of minutes from the May 13, 2025 Council Grant Standing Committee meeting
Council Grant Standing Committee
The Council Grant Standing Committee will review and recommend awarding grants to 15 community organizations for various projects, as listed in the agenda. The committee will also adopt its 2025 Terms of Reference. Grant amounts are redacted in the agenda.
- Adoption of 2025 Council Grant Standing Committee Terms of Reference
- Recommendation to award grant to Carving on the Edge Society for Artist Symposium
- Recommendation to award grant to Clayoquot Action for Doing Democracy/Decolonisation and Earth Day Event
- Recommendation to award grant to Clayoquot Sound Community Theatre Association for Retractable Riser and Spring Floor Maestro
- Recommendation to award grant to Surfrider Pacific Rim for Take Back the Tap: Water Refill Station
Regular Council
The Tofino Council will consider authorizing a 3-way stop intersection at Leighton Way and Peterson Rd for traffic calming, and will receive the Tofino Housing Corporation's 2024 financial statements and elect directors. Other business includes a funding request for the Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Society and a service agreement with the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation. Presentations are scheduled from the Tofino Chamber of Commerce and the Tofino Housing Corporation.
- Recommendation to implement a 3-way stop intersection at Leighton Way and Peterson Rd with monitoring through 2025
- Tofino Housing Corporation financial statements for 2024 to be accepted, auditor MNP appointed at $13,700, and seven directors elected
- Funding request of $50,000 per year for three years from Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Society referred to staff for consideration through the 2025-2027 Resort Development Strategy
- Authorization sought to execute a Municipal Type Service Agreement between the District of Tofino and the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation
- Public Art Advisory Committee recommends staff prepare a call to artists for the Sport Courts Public Art Project at the Neil Street basketball and pickleball/tennis courts
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee will hear a presentation from MNP LLP on the 2024 audited consolidated financial statements. They are expected to recommend that Council accept the statements. The meeting also includes adoption of the previous year's minutes and other procedural items.
- Delegation from MNP LLP (Cory Vanderhorst and Louise Blomer) regarding 2024 audited consolidated financial statements
- Recommendation to recommend acceptance of the financial statements to Council
- Adoption of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
Special Council
The District of Tofino is meeting to decide on the adoption of the 2025 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw and the 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw. Council will also receive the 2024 annual report and audited financials from Tourism Tofino.
- Adoption of 2025-2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1353, 2025
- Adoption of 2025 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1354, 2025
- Presentation of 2024 Tourism Tofino Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements
- Request for letter of support for Clayoquot Biosphere Trust's UNESCO 25yrs celebration event
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on the 2025 economic impact of tourism and resident perceptions. The meeting includes a delegation from the Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Society regarding a funding application.
- Delegation from Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Society regarding RMI funding application for the museum
- Tourism Tofino presentation on 2025 Economic Impact of Tourism and Resident Perception
- Closed session to discuss preliminary negotiations for a municipal service
Recreation Advisory Committee
The Recreation Advisory Committee will receive a verbal update on the Tofino Recreation & Parks Master Plan, which outlines findings from community engagement and potential priorities for future facility development.
- Reception of Tofino Recreation & Parks Master Plan update report
- Verbal report from RC Strategies on engagement findings
- Review of initial findings from first round of public consultation
- Discussion on high demand for new indoor facilities and spaces
- Consideration of aging infrastructure and financial barriers
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will discuss and provide feedback on proposed updates to the Sport Courts Mural Competition Brief, Evaluation Sheet, and Communication Plan. The mural is intended for the basketball and pickleball/tennis courts on Neill Street. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and routine items.
- Staff request feedback on updates to the Sport Courts Mural Competition Brief and Application
- Review of the Public Art Evaluation Sheet for the Sport Courts project
- Discussion of the Communication Plan for the Sport Courts mural competition
- Competition details: two-stage, open to professional mural artists from Western Canada and Northern Territories
- Installation targeted for Summer 2025 at Village Green sport courts
Regular Council
The Tofino Council will consider and vote on the 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1353 and the 2025 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1354, reading each three times before adoption. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for two special event permits, adoption of minutes, a recreation and parks master plan update, and a traffic and parking regulation amendment. Public comment, delegations, and a closed‑session portion are scheduled as usual.
- Adopt 2025‑2029 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1353 (read three times)
- Adopt 2025 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 1354 (read three times)
- Special event permit and $1,000 refundable damage deposit for “Charlie’s Walk: A 10K Crusade for a Cure” on May 24, 2025
- Special event permit and $1,000 refundable damage deposit for “Queen of the Peak: Lucky Logger Invitational” on Sep 25‑26, 2025
- Adopt Traffic and Parking Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1091.11, 2025
Regular Council
Council will consider three main items: first reading of a bylaw amendment for accessible parking spaces, authorization of an Essential Worker Housing MOU with Tofino Housing Corporation, and a MOU involving Vancouver Island Regional Library. A delegation will speak on Source Control Bylaw Regulation. The meeting also includes correspondence about Cermaq's toxic bloodwater dumping.
- First reading of Traffic and Parking Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1091.11 for accessible parking spaces
- Authorization to execute Essential Worker Housing MOU between District of Tofino and Tofino Housing Corporation
- Authorization to execute MOU between District of Tofino, Vancouver Island Regional Library, and Tofino Housing Corporation
- Delegation from Clayoquot Action regarding Source Control Bylaw Regulation
- Correspondence from public opposing Cermaq's toxic bloodwater dumping
Special Council
The Special Council meeting on March 27 2025 will consider a request to have Tofino added back to the exempt‑land list in the Short‑Term Rental Accommodation Regulations and to opt out of the principal‑residence requirement. Staff are to submit the request to the BC Minister of Housing by March 31 2025. The council will also receive updates on funding for the Community Children’s Centre and on the draft 2025‑2029 Financial Plan. The meeting will be held via Zoom and broadcast from the Clayoquot Sound Theatre at 380 Campbell Street, with portions closed to the public for privileged matters.
- Request to add Tofino to exempt‑land list and waive principal‑residence rule for short‑term rentals; staff to submit to BC Minister of Housing by March 31 2025
- Verbal report on Community Children’s Centre funding update
- Verbal report on 2025‑2029 Draft Financial Plan
- Approval of meeting location: Zoom broadcast and viewing at Clayoquot Sound Theatre, 380 Campbell Street
- Adoption of agenda and procedural items (call to order, code of conduct, strategic plan)
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will authorize staff to prepare a call for artists for a project at the Neill Street sport courts. The committee also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Approval of March 7, 2025 minutes
- Authorization to prepare call for artists for Neill Street sport courts
- Verbal update on Waste Water Treatment Plant Shed public art project
- Verbal update on 2S/LGBTQIA+ Crosswalk public art project
- Next meeting scheduled for March 18, 2025
Regular Council
The District of Tofino Council will discuss Bill 35 and short-term rental legislation, including a request from the Chamber of Commerce to opt out of principal residence requirements. The body will also consider a temporary use permit for a staff campground and amendments to the Tangible Capital Asset Policy.
- Proposed 3-year Temporary Use Permit for a 32-site residential staff campground at 1141 Pacific Rim Highway
- Special event permit for Tuff City Skate Contest on July 19, 2025, requiring a $1,000 refundable damage deposit
- Proposed $1,000 awards each for artists Ivy Cargill-Martin and Spencer Godin for the WWTP Shed Public Art Project
- Delegation from Tofino-Long Beach Chamber of Commerce regarding opting out of Bill 35
- Proposed amendments to the District of Tofino Tangible Capital Policy
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will meet on March 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Tofino Municipal Conference Room, 380 Campbell Street. The committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the February 28, 2025 meeting. It will receive verbal updates on the Reconciliation and 2S/LGBTQIA+ Crosswalks public art project and on the WWTP Shed public art project. The meeting will also set the date for the next committee session.
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of minutes from February 28, 2025
- Verbal update on Reconciliation and 2S/LGBTQIA+ Crosswalks public art project
- Verbal update on WWTP Shed public art project
- Set date for next Public Art Advisory Committee meeting
Special Council
This special council meeting includes a verbal report from all divisions on a tariff impact assessment. The meeting will be held electronically via Zoom and in-person at the Clayoquot Sound Theatre. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural and discussion-focused.
- Verbal report on tariff impact assessment from all divisions
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will review a report on wrapping two wastewater treatment utility sheds at First Street and Main Street with local artwork. Staff have provided cost estimates and a shortlist of artists for the project, which is funded by a grant.
- Review WWTP Utility Shed vinyl wrapping at First Street and Main Street
- Consider shortlisted local artists for the project
- Review estimate of $6,913.67 per shed from AlleyKat Signs and Marketing
- Discuss artist honorarium of $500 per artwork
- Review agreement terms for artwork use and digitalization
Special Council
The District of Tofino Special Council will meet electronically via Zoom and live broadcast on YouTube, with a closed session to discuss solicitor-client privilege matters. The public can comment on agenda items via the Zoom Q&A function.
- Meeting held via Zoom and Clayoquot Sound Theatre
- Closed session for solicitor-client privilege discussions
- Public comment period via Zoom Q&A function
Regular Council
Council will vote on increasing the Tonquin Trail Bridge replacement budget by $85,119 from Resort Municipality Initiative funding, consider recommendations for 2025 Arts, Culture, Heritage and Event Support grants totaling over $70,000 in cash and in-kind contributions, and receive public correspondence on short-term rental legislation. A notice of motion on developing a Community Alcohol Strategy will also be discussed.
- Tonquin Trail Bridge replacement budget increase of $85,119 from RMI funding
- 2025 Arts, Culture and Heritage grants: 12 recipients recommended, cash amounts $2,500–$4,000 plus in-kind days at Tofino Community Hall
- 2025 Event Support grants: 11 recipients recommended, cash amounts $3,000–$4,000 plus in-kind days
- Public correspondence on short-term rental legislation (9 letters from residents)
- Notice of motion from Councillor Stere regarding a Community Alcohol Strategy
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will discuss and provide feedback on draft requests for proposals for two permanent public art installations on wastewater treatment plant utility sheds—one on Main Street between Third and Second Streets, and one on First Street near the First Street Dock. The committee will recommend to Council whether to authorize releasing the RFPs. The projects are funded by a WWTP grant that must be used by end of 2025.
- Draft RFP for WWTP Utility Shed – Main Street Public Art Project
- Draft RFP for WWTP Utility Shed – First Street Public Art Project
- Funds from WWTP grant must be used by end of 2025
- Committee feedback requested before call to artists
Events, Arts, Culture & Heritage Advisory Committee
The Events, Arts, Culture & Heritage Advisory Committee will recommend to Council a list of organizations for the 2025 Arts, Culture and Heritage grant program. It will also recommend recipients for the 2025 Event Support Grant program. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes.
- Recommendation of Arts, Culture & Heritage grant recipients (e.g., Aeriosa Dance Society, Anne Trillmich, Arto Scenic Arts, BC Association of Surf Instruction, Carving on the Edge Society, Clayoquot Action, etc.) with amounts listed as $XXXX
- Recommendation of Event Support Grant recipients (e.g., Carving on the Edge Society – Art Show, Clayoquot Action, Clayoquot Biosphere Trust, Clayoquot Sound Community Theatre Association – Tofino Jazz Festival, Pacific Rim Whale Festival, Surf Canada, etc.) with amounts listed as $XXXX
- Approval of the February 18, 2025 agenda
- Approval of minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting
- Closed session to discuss personal information about individuals considered for municipal awards or gifts
Regular Council
The District of Tofino Council will discuss two zoning amendment bylaws and the adoption of a fire and life safety amendment bylaw. The body is also reviewing a special event permit for a music event at the Community Hall and a food security project proposal.
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1349, 2025
- Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1351, 2025 (including a recommendation to cancel a public hearing)
- Fire and Life Safety Amendment Bylaw No. 1311.01, 2025
- Special event permit for 'Wave State' event on May 31, 2025, at the Community Hall
- Request for $20,000 from WildSafe BC to be referred to 2025 financial planning
Events, Arts, Culture & Heritage Advisory Committee
The agenda for this meeting contains only portal boilerplate and login fields; no decisions, discussions, or proposals are documented.
- No actionable items or public hearings are listed
Regular Council
The council will consider several items including an Official Community Plan amendment to allow staff accommodation development within the Ocean Interface Designation. They will also vote on a development variance permit for a subdivision at 625 Neilson Place, and endorse a resolution calling for provincial financial incentives for residential rainwater catchment. A special event permit for the Longboard Nationals surfing contest at North Chesterman Beach is on the consent agenda.
- Special event permit for Longboard Nationals at North Chesterman Beach on March 29, 2025, with $1,000 damage deposit and backup locations
- Development Variance Permit No. 01-25 to vary frontage requirements for subdivision at 625 Neilson Place
- AVICC resolution to urge provincial rebates for residential rainwater catchment systems
- District of Tofino Fire and Life Safety Amendment Bylaw No.1311.01, 2025 for first, second, and third reading
- Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No.1290.01 to allow staff accommodation development in Ocean Interface Designation
Special Council (Budget)
Council will receive the 2025-2029 Draft Financial Plan and the Interim Housing Needs Report, which projects a need for 248 housing units by 2026 and 825 by 2041. The consent agenda includes authorization of a special event permit for the OFF THE LIP Canadian Surf Circuit at North Chesterman Beach with backup locations. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel and employee relations matters.
- Consent item: issue special event permit for OFF THE LIP Canadian Surf Circuit at North Chesterman Beach, with backup locations at Cox Bay or South Chesterman; $1,000 refundable deposit required
- Receive Interim Housing Needs Report 2024; projects 248 housing units needed by 2026 and 825 by 2041 using provincial method
- Verbal report on 2025-2029 Draft Financial Plan including operating and capital project listings
- Closed session under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a)(c)(l) for personal information and employee relations
- Meeting held electronically via Zoom and broadcast from Clayoquot Sound Community Theatre (380 Campbell Street)
Events, Arts, Culture & Heritage Advisory Committee
The Events, Arts, Culture & Heritage Advisory Committee will meet on January 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM in Municipal Hall Conference Room 121 Third St. The committee will consider adopting the agenda and approving the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting. It will then enter a closed session under the Community Charter to discuss personal information about an individual being considered for a municipal award or who has offered a gift on condition of anonymity. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
- Adopt the January 13, 2025 agenda
- Approve minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting
- Closed session to discuss personal information about an individual considered for a municipal award or conditional gift