Tag: construction

L’Arche housing project taking shape in Courtenay

At an event Friday, Aug. 14, staff and core members showed off progress, with the foundation for its Anchorage building now in place.

Next phase of Comox Fire Rescue station beginning after demolition portion wraps up

A major milestone has been reached in the Comox Fire Rescue station upgrade project. 

Upgrades to Robb Avenue coming as construction scheduled to start in July

Infrastructure improvements are coming to Robb Avenue in Comox. 

Mount Washington Firehall project officially breaks ground

Construction on the new Mount Washington fire hall is officially underway. 

Construction projects taking shape in Comox Valley

A pair of significant construction projects are taking shape in the Comox Valley. The City of Courtenay says the contractor...

Late summer traffic surge prompts reminder to slow down, keep roadside workers safe

With the long weekend ahead and back-to-school routines starting next week, drivers are being urged to take extra care around roadside workers. 

First two transit exchange construction projects starting in the Comox Valley

Work is underway on a multi-million-dollar project aimed at improving transit service across the Comox Valley. 

Back Road safety at Valley View Drive intersection starting in August

Construction will soon begin on Back Road to help make a key intersection safer.  Starting August 5, crews from the...

City awards 6th Street Bridge construction contract to BC company

A BC company will begin constructing Courtenay’s 6th Street Bridge this September. The city has awarded a contract for bridge...

Construction firms and skilled trades workers honoured during April

April is Construction and Skilled Trades Month in BC. The month of recognition for more than 28,000 construction companies and...

Corridor improvements coming to 17th street

Upgrades to improve safety for road users will be coming to 17th Street this year. The City of Courtenay says...

Essential commercial travel now possible on Coquihalla Highway

With Highway 5 now open for commercial vehicles weighing up to 11,794 kg, the travel restrictions on Highway 3 will be lifted Tuesday.

Lane closures expected on Old Island Highway for repaving work

COURTENAY, B.C. - Commuters are being advised of some roadwork along the Old Island Highway (Highway 19A) later this...

Island Building Permits on the Rise

Building permits on Vancouver Island reached the highest dollar value ever recorded in the July to September 2017 period. ...

Sewer Pipe Inspections to Take Place in Courtenay

A contractor has begun sewer pipe inspections at different locations in Courtenay. The inspections are planned primarily over large sections...

City Upgrading 10th Street & Hobson Avenue Intersection

The City of Courtenay is upgrading the intersection of 10th Street East and Hobson Avenue. The upgrades will include: The...
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