Island Health says overdoses are increasing and has issued a Drug Poisoning Advisory for the Comox Valley.
The warning was issued yesterday and will be in place for a week.
Island Health says overdoses are increasing and people using opioids and stimulants - both inhaled and injected - face increased risk.
If you suspect someone of overdosing, call 911 immediately and, if available to you, administer Naloxone.
To learn more about overdose prevention services, visit Island Health.
Comox Firefighters Donate Another AED
The Comox Firefighters Association has donated another Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to help enhance public safety in the Comox Valley.
Comox Mayor Reflects On 2025 Achievements
As 2025 comes to a close, Comox Mayor Nicole Minions is reflecting on a year focused on collaboration, community pride, and progress on the Town’s strategic priorities.
Sayward Water Conservation Update
The Village of Sayward and the Strathcona Regional District are providing an update on water conservation efforts and next steps following the Newcastle Creek landslide.
Campbell River Infrastructure Upgrades
The City of Campbell River is moving ahead with major infrastructure upgrades, supported by $1.68 million in federal funding through the Canada Community-Building Fund.
Campbell River Partners With Local Developers On Reimagining The Row
The City of Campbell River has selected a local development team to move ahead with a major downtown revitalization project - Reimagine the Row.
The community is welcome to attend a weekly support group for those supporting people with mental health and addictions.
at Mental Health Recovery PartnersThe Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society’s (MARS) Winter Raffle fundraiser, ‘Bat to the Future, is on now through December 27th.
November 28th – December 23rd, find a unique, locally-made gift this holiday season at the Campbell River Art Gallery’s annual Holiday Faire!
at Campbell River Art Gallery
The word "éy7á7juuthem" means “Language of our People” and is the ancestral tongue of the Homalco, Tla’amin, Klahoose and K’ómoks First Nations, with dialectic differences in each community.
It is pronounced "eye-ya-jooth-hem."