November 2026

Pictured from left to right: Councillor Anne Skipsey, Councillor Donald Couzens, Mayor Adam Walker, Councillor Scott Harrison and Councillor Mischa Oak.

The Town of Qualicum Beach held its Inaugural Meeting on November 2, with a strong public turnout to warmly welcome Mayor Adam Walker and Councillors Mischa Oak, Scott Harrison and Anne Skipsey. Councillor Donald Couzens, who was unable to attend, was sworn in on November 12.

Piper Neil Westmacott led the procession, followed by RCMP Staff Sergeant Travis DeCoene. Chief Michael Recalma offered welcoming remarks on behalf of Qualicum First Nation, and the new Town Crier, Jim Purdon, performed his first official cry. Eva Simpson led the singing of the national anthem and the Honourable Judge Brian Harvey presided over Mayor and Council as they affirmed oaths of office to faithfully lead and serve the people of Qualicum Beach. Council then conducted its first official business, including confirming Council appointments.

In his Inaugural Address, Mayor Walker thanked outgoing Mayor Teunis Westbroek for his thirty years of service and dedication to the Town, leading attendees in a standing ovation. He also expressed his commitment to ensuring that each Council member’s voice and perspective is heard and emphasized the importance of working as a team. He thanked his wife and daughters for their support and the sacrifices they have made to enable him to fulfil his duties as Mayor.

At the inaugural meeting, Councillors Harrison, Oak and Skipsey also shared messages of thanks to their families and expressed their desire to serve the community. Councillor-elect Donald Couzens relayed his regrets and expressed an eagerness to begin work upon his return.

Mayor Walker, Council and staff presented outgoing Mayor Teunis Westbroek and outgoing Councillors Petronella Vander Valk and Jean Young with gifts of appreciation for their service to the Town. A public reception was hosted by the Town, which provided an opportunity for the public to meet the newly sworn-in Council.

A full video of the meeting is available at qualicumbeach.com/events. Council appointments and contact details are available at qualicumbeach.com/mayor-town-council.

Do you love our Family Day Celebration and want to help make it happen? Join the Committee and help bring this vibrant community event to life!

To ensure ample planning, this Committee meets on the third Tuesday in November, second Tuesday of January, February, and March, and second and fourth Tuesday of April, May and June. Meeting times are determined at the beginning of each year. Members must be available to attend the event on the last Sunday of May.

To apply, complete a Volunteer Application which is available on our website or at Town Hall.

For more details visit qualicumbeach.com/family-day

Are you interested in the Town’s Community Transportation Plan and public safety? If so, come share your input with Council to help make our Town safe and accessible for all.

Wednesday, November 25 at 4:00 pm

Council Chamber (660 Primrose St)

Ways To Engage in the Discussion

• Ask questions and provide input at the Committee of the Whole meeting.
• View the video at qualicumbeach.com/events
• Email Council at qbcouncil@qualicumbeach.com or mail to P.O. Box 130, Qualicum Beach, V9K 1S7. Comments should be received the day before the meeting to allow Council time to review.

The Little Qualicum River Erosion Protection project has now been completed, protecting the Town’s primary drinking water infrastructure from erosion.

This work received significant funding for design and construction, including $843,700 from the Province’s Disaster Resilience and Innovation Funding (DRIF) program, and $125,000, through UBCM’s Disaster Risk Mitigation & Climate Adaptation program.

The project was developed with support from hydrotechnical engineers, environmental professionals and regulatory agencies. The work was completed on time and within budget.

The Town is proud to participate in the Red Dress Project, marking the U.N. 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence.

This initiative honours missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirited individuals.

The red dresses are displayed in the Town Hall foyer from November 25 to December 10, aligning with the 16 Days of Activism, and also Canada’s National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women (December 6).

Read more at theredressproject.org

Visit the Qualicum Beach Chamber's website for more details.

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