The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) is continuing respond to a major sewer leak that occurred on May 26, 2026 near the Comox Marina.
Latest Update: May 28, 2026 | 12:00 pm
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Repairs have been successfully completed, and the sewage leak has been stopped.
- Remediation measures are underway. Residents close to the Comox Marina and Goose Spit may hear loud noises, as environmental clean-up is ongoing.
- Remediation measures are underway. Residents close to the Comox Marina and Goose Spit may hear loud noises, as environmental clean-up is ongoing.
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At this time it is safe to resume normal use of toilets, dishwashers, laundry, and other household water related activities.
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Public Notice Regarding Beaches, Water Recreation & Shorelines
- As a precaution, the community is advised that the following activities should be avoided within the Comox Harbour and Estuary, including Royston, Gartley Point, Dyke Road, Courtenay Air Park, and Goose Spit until further notice:
- Swimming
- Kayaking
- Paddleboarding
- Paddling/Splashing
- Fishing off the dock/breakwater or gathering shellfish
- Please keep people, children and animals out of the water.
- As a precaution, the community is advised that the following activities should be avoided within the Comox Harbour and Estuary, including Royston, Gartley Point, Dyke Road, Courtenay Air Park, and Goose Spit until further notice:
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Boating and fishing outside the Comox Harbour remains safe. Please refer to Department of Fisheries & Oceans Canada (DFO) for more information, linked below.
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Please look for signs at beaches, beach access points, boat ramps, etc... and follow all posted closures and instructions.
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Drinking water was not impacted and is safe to consume.
The CVRD will continue to conduct testing at the spill location and impacted waters and shorelines. As water testing and analysis takes time, an update to the community will be shared early next week as results are available.