City of Parksville

Alberni Highway Traffic Light and Sidewalk Maintenance - October 30. For more information on the Alberni Sidewalk Project, visit www.letstalkparksville.ca/admin/projects/alberni-sidewalk.

7 Aug

🚨 Now Hiring - Chief Building Inspector 🚨 We're looking for an experienced Chief Building Inspector to lead our building inspection services and support safe, well-planned development across the municipality. #parksville www.parksville.ca/cms.asp?wpID...

31 July

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31 July

City is receiving $7 million through the Strategic Priorities Fund for critical upgrades and improvements to the Parksville Fire Station. 🚒 🧑‍🚒 letstalkparksville.ca/firehall @ubcm.bsky.social

27 July

Be Aware - Active Cougar in Shelly Road / Martindale Road Area ⚠️ News Release: www.parksville.ca/cms/wpattach... 📷: Government of British Columbia

16 July

City of Parksville and CUPE 401 agree to five-year collective agreement. #parksville www.parksville.ca/cms/wpattach...

13 July

Take the Safe Driving Pledge through ICBC 🚙 You could win a summer adventure pack of your choice! Commit to: • No phone use while driving • Follow the speed limit • Plan for a safe ride home if you’re drinking Small actions = big difference in promoting road safety! icbc.com/summer-safe-...

9 July

H2Whoa! Wednesday water tip - convert to drought tolerant yards Replacing lawn with low water grasses and native plants helps reduce irrigation needs. More info: letstalkparksville.ca/water-conser... #TeamWaterSmart #EveryDropCounts #WaterConservation

6 July

INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR PARKING COUNCIL? Candidate info session July 14 (10.30 am-noon),Forum, 100 Jensen Avenue East. Another session will be offered September 2 (1.30-3 pm). Session geared to potential candidates; those interested welcome to join. Details on Let’s Talk Parksville.

3 July

Our annual plantings are starting to show across the City, bringing fresh colour to parks, streets, and public spaces. If you’re out and about, take a moment to enjoy the seasonal display, and thanks to our parks crew who help keep Parksville looking its best. #parksville

3 July

New Splash Park Hours: 11 am – 6 pm ⛲ Adjusted hours needed for level 4 water conservation. More info: www.letstalkparksville.ca/water-conservation

2 July

The latest It's Your City! eNews is out now! Catch up on City and community updates, upcoming events, election info and more. Sign up and get it straight to your inbox. conta.cc/4eSRvSS #parksville

2 July

Reminder: Level 4 water conservation starts tomorrow 💦 More info: www.letstalkparksville.ca/water-conservation #parksville

30 June

There’s Room for Everyone! Pack your chairs or blankets and spend the day in the #Parksville Community Park! 🍉 Picnic with family and friends 🎤 Enjoy live entertainment across multiple stages 🏖️ Build sandcastles ⛳️ Play games Celebrate your way this Canada Day!

26 June

Another great lineup of food trucks for July in the #Parksville Community Park! Don't forget to visit the park after the parade on Canada Day for an awesome selection of good eats and tasty treats!

26 June

Construction work will occur on the Alberni Highway between Bernard Avenue and Lee Avenue from July 6 until October 31, 2026, 7 am to 7 pm. #parksville www.parksville.ca/cms/wpattach...

26 June

Ride your bike to #CanadaDay in #Parksville! Skip the parking and enjoy the ride! Bike racks are located throughout the Community Park. Register your bike with Project 529. It's free and helps protect your bike by making it easier to recover if it's ever stolen.

25 June

WONDER WHERE YOUR PROPERTY TAXES GO? Your tax dollars help fund the services residents rely on every day; roads and parks, fire and police, and more. More info on Let’s Talk Parksville. #Parksville #PropertyTaxes #YourTaxesAtWork

25 June

Mobi-mat back in #Parksville Bay! Free beach wheelchair available for rent - www.parksville.ca/cms.asp?wpID...

24 June

Information for candidates wanting to run in the 2026 municipal election #parksville www.parksville.ca/cms/wpattach...

24 June

Canada Day = FOOD TRUCKS Join us in Parksville Community Park (near the sports fields) ⏰ 11 am–early evening Sweet, savoury & everything in between! #parksville letstalkparksville.ca/2026-canada-...

23 June

🏘️Reminder to property owners, property taxes are due July 2. Please ensure you claim the homeowner grant. www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...

Taxes Support Making Parksville Home 🏡 City facilities are used to provide many services to residents – such as City Hall, Jensen Centre, Parksville Outdoor Theatre, washroom facilities in parks, operations and fleet buildings, curling arena, Shelly Road Centre, and Parksville firehall.

Staff regularly maintain these buildings, provide janitorial services, minor repairs and renos, and prepare long-term maintenance and replacement plans for staff and community use. 2.5% of the annual budget or $1.84 per week per person is allocated to these services by 7 full-time staff.

DYK: Property taxes and development fees support services related to community planning and building inspections. Services include land use planning, development review, subdivision approvals, zoning and land use regulation, and interpretation of new provincial housing legislation.

Planning staff will lead the Official Community Plan review and update, a multi-year project included in the 2026-2030 financial plan. Staff also inspect new construction to ensure it complies with the BC Building Code and the City’s building bylaw.

Services are delivered by seven full-time staff and account for 1.6% of the City’s annual budget, or about $1.15 per week per person. Learn more at letstalkparksville.ca/lets-talk-property-taxes

City flags will be at half-mast tomorrow, June 23, to acknowledge National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, a day to remember victims of terrorism around the world.

Summer is here! Did you know Parksville is home to some of the warmest ocean waters in Canada? Thanks to its wide, shallow shoreline, the water heats up more than most coastal spots, making it perfect for wading, swimming, paddleboarding, and long, sunny beach days.

19 June

Douglas Fir Modification - #Parksville Community Park www.parksville.ca/cms/wpattach...

19 June

Parking Info for Canada Day #parksville Planning your visit? Here’s what you need to know: 🅿️ General parking in the gravel lot ♿ Accessible only parking in the park 📍 View map for parking in Parksville: 👉 letstalkparksville.ca/canada-day-2...

Indigenous Survivors Day proclaimed in the City #parksville www.parksville.ca/cms/wpattach...

Here's sneak peek at this year's Pym Street garden, the design was chosen to commemorate a significant 100th anniversary. #parksville

Policing in Parksville: Oceanside RCMP provides community safety, investigations, emergency response, event support, traffic patrol and more with 18 officers plus 4 municipal 'civilian' staff. Policing makes up 7.5% of the City’s general fund,about $5.56 per person per week. #parksville

HOW ARE PROPERTY TAXES CALCULATED? Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property. Property taxes help fund roads, schools, police and fire protection, parks, and more. The amount you'll pay in annual property taxes depends on the assessed value of your property. #Parksville

#Parksville property increased in assessed market value by 2% for 2026. The average residential Parksville home had an assessed value of about $766,900 in 2026, this means about $150 increase in the municipal portion of property taxes. If your assessment rose more than 2%, expect a higher increase.

10 June

HELPING YOU UNDERSTAND YOUR PROPERTY TAXES Just 46% of taxes collected are kept for City of Parksville services with the remaining 54% collected on behalf of the Regional District of Nanaimo, Regional Hospital, RDN wastewater, library, and school taxes. #Parksville #PropertyTaxes #YourTaxesAtWork

10 June

💧 H2Whoa! Wednesday water tip... Shorten your showers – Cutting your shower by a couple of minutes can significantly reduce water. #parksville #TeamWaterSmart #EveryDropCounts #WaterConservation letstalkparksville.ca/water-conser...

9 June

Everyday over the next three weeks, we will share a simple look at how property taxes help support the services residents rely on every day in Parksville. Helping residents understand where your property taxes go. At any time, you can contact the City with your questions. #Parksville #PropertyTaxes

8 June

PROPERTY TAXES DUE JULY 2 Payments must be received and homeowner grants claimed by July 2 to avoid a 5% penalty. To apply for homeowner grants, contact the Province of BC at gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant or by phone, 1 888 355-2700. Details on our website. www.parksville.ca/cms.asp?wpID... #parksville

worldoceanday.orgCelebrate World Ocean DayWorld Ocean Day catalyzes collective action for a healthy ocean and a stable climate. Powered by the World Ocean Day Youth Advisory Council, we help unite and rally the world to protect and restore ou...

8 June

June 8 is World Ocean Day! Oceans connect us all, providing food, oxygen, and endless natural beauty. Today is a reminder to protect what sustains us. From reducing plastic use to supporting local conservation efforts, every small action makes a difference. worldoceanday.org #parksville

5 June

❌ROAD CLOSURE❌ Summer by the Sea Market runs Tuesdays from June 9 to August 25. Expect road closures on Craig St (Island Hwy to Jensen) and parts of Hirst and Middleton Details: #parksville www.parksville.ca See less

5 June

Canada Day = FOOD TRUCKS Join us in Parksville Community Park (near the sports fields) 11 am–early evening. Sweet, savoury & everything in between! #parksville letstalkparksville.ca/canada-day-2...

2 June

Canada Day in Parksville is packed with family fun: 🎨 Face painting 🎩 Quirk the Magician 🏖️ Sand sculpting demos ⛳️ Games Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and make a day of it in the park! #parksville letstalkparksville.ca/canada-day-2...

2 June

The City's 2025 annual report is a snapshot of goals, accomplishments, department achievements, and financial statements. Now on our website for review, comments are welcome prior to the June 15 Council meeting. #parksville www.parksville.ca

29 May

Property tax notices are now in the mail for City residents and businesses. Allow a few days for delivery and remember to claim your homeowner grant through the Province of BC. Additional info on our website. #parksville www.parksville.ca/cms.asp?wpID...

29 May

June 1, water conservation Level 3 #parksville www.parksville.ca/cms/wpattach...

22 May

Check out the most recent edition of It's Your City! eNews. All the most up-to-date news and info delivered right to your inbox. conta.cc/43o6nTT #parksville