As 2024 dawns, it is a great time to take a moment to reflect on some highlights of 2023 that occurred in our community. What a great year it was! | |
Community Events were next level this year, with Beach Day and Family Day seeing record turnouts. Likewise, the Show ‘n Shine, Canada Day Parade, and many other events thrived with community spirit. The Town was also able to recognize its many volunteers at the annual Volunteer Appreciation event in December. | |
Held on the last Sunday of May, Family Day included a pancake breakfast at the Civic Centre, a street parade down Second Avenue, and an afternoon of activities, entertainment, and food at the Community Playing Field. The day then wrapped up with a free swim at Ravensong. | |
Beach Day celebrated its 10th year celebrating our beautiful beach as a community, with tents hosting activities, a main stage for live music, and a variety of games and entertainment. | The Town's Volunteer Appreciation Reception was an opportunity to thank the many volunteers who contribute to the community’s well-being. The winner of the Above and Beyond Volunteer Award was Adele Kristalovich, chosen for her outstanding fundraising achievements and extensive community involvement. | | |
It was a year of growth for the Town, with some key projects including the completion of Into The Woods Early Learning Studio, East Village Phase 2, Waterfront Expansion, and the beginning of the Beach Creek Separated Walkway and Viewing Platform. To learn more about these and other projects, visit qualicumbeach.com/_projects | |
East Village
Second Avenue was transformed as part of East Village Phase 2. Improvements included roadwork, paving, curbs, gutters, street lighting, street trees, and irrigation.
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Into the Woods
Completion of the much needed Into the Woods Early Learning Studio, provided 37 new affordable spaces for infants and children up to five years old.
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Waterfront Expansion
This project created much needed parking on Highway 19A, infilling the ditch, and adding stormwater drainage. A bike shoulder, and four crosswalks enhanced safety.
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Viewing Platform & Separated Walkway
This project will create a destination for tourists and locals, and support safe forms of active recreation
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A Year of Public Engagement | | |
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Airport Consultation
Consultation included two open meetings and a survey, to consider challenges and opportunities for the airport.
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Saahtlam Park
Feedback on a draft Detailed Plan was created for Saahtlam Park and input was sought from the public and interest groups.
View the Engagement Summary.
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Financial Process
Extensive public outreach included two meeting for Council Strategic Planning, and three meetings for budget discussions.
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Skate Park
In preparation of an upgrade or replacement of the existing skate park, consultants held a public design workshop and survey.
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Bus Garage
A Conceptual Design and Mobility Study for the Town portion of the ‘Bus Garage’ site included a survey, a pop-up, and a high school visit.
View the Engagement Summary.
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- Jan 1 - Town Hall Closed for Statutory Holiday
- Jan 17 - Regular Council Meeting, 10am
- Jan 17 - Committee of the Whole Meeting (Budget), 2pm
- Jan 24 - Committee of the Whole Meeting (Budget), 6pm
- Jan 31 - Committee of the Whole Meeting, 10am
Council meetings qualicumbeach.com/council-live-streaming
Upcoming events qualicumbeach.com/events
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