Youth Appreciation Day
Thursday, May 5th is Youth Appreciation Day in Qualicum Beach!

We will be celebrating at Town Square from 11:15am to noon, with hot dogs, cookies and prizes!

Youth Week is a provincial celebration held annually from May 1-7, to help build strong connections between young people and their communities, and to profile the issues, accomplishments, and diversity of youth across the Province.

Let's continue to invest in our youth, and recognize the contributions they make to our community and future!

Freedom of the Town Event
Come join in "Freedom of the Town" ceremonies, where the Town of Qualicum Beach and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76 will "bestow the right, privilege, honour, and distinction of marching with colours flying, bayonets fixed, and drums beating” to 19 Mission Support Squadron, 19 Wing Comox within the bounds of the Town.
 
Saturday, May 7 @ 2 pm
Parade - Civic Centre, along Second Avenue West to Town Hall
Ceremony at Town Square, 660 Primrose Street
 
The Naden Navy brass band will be performing, and a special fly-over is planned during the ceremony at Town Square. We also invite you to attend the festivities that will follow at the Legion Branch 76 (180 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach). For more details go to qualicumbeach.com
Public Works Open House
We invite you to attend our Public Works Open House as part of our celebrations for National Public Works Week (May 15 - 21) that annually recognizes the works of these professionals and the contributions they make to the Town’s high quality of life!

Thursday, May 19 , from 12:30pm to 3:00pm
Public Works Yard, 233 Fern Road East
 
There will be equipment on display and our knowledgeable staff from our Public Works, Parks and Facilities departments will be onsite to answer any questions.
I think you'd agree that this year's Family Day line up is looking fantastic! The team behind the scenes are working excitedly to bring the event together, and would love to have you join in, whether it be in the parade or as a volunteer!

For more details and to get involved go to qualicumbeach.com/qualicum-beach-family-day
Property Tax & Utilities Billing
PROPERTY TAXES
The 2022 property tax notices will be mailed in late May. The due date will be July 4, 2022.
 
HOME OWNER GRANT
Your Home Owner Grant must be claimed each year that you are eligible. Eligible homeowners must now apply to the Province of BC to claim the grant. After you have received your property tax notice, eligible homeowners can apply either online: gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant or by phone: 1-888-355-2700. Further information on claiming the Home Owner Grant will be included with your property tax notice.
 
DEFERMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES
Are you interested in deferring your residential property taxes on your principal residence? The Provincial Government offers two low interest loan programs for qualifying residents. 

To determine if you qualify, and for more details on the programs, please visit the deferment website at: www.gov.bc.ca/propertytaxdeferment (or simply search “Tax Deferment”)
 
If you are already on the deferment program, you will soon be receiving a letter from the deferment office. 
  • If you selected the “Automatic Renewal” option, you will only be required to claim your home owner grant. 
  • If you did not select the “Automatic Renewal” option, and you wish to defer your 2022 property taxes, in addition to claiming your home owner grant, you will also need to renew your deferment agreement online through your eTaxBC account.
 
UTILITY BILLING
Utility notices for water, sewer and solid waste will also be mailed out in late May. The due date will be July 4, 2022. 
Notices
Watering Restrictions
From May 15th until September 15th the watering of lawns and gardens will only be permitted between the hours of 7pm and 7am daily.

Hand watering is permitted at any time.
Seeking Childcare Operator
Seeking qualified non-profit childcare providers to license space within the Into the Woods Early Learning Studio. Deadline to respond is May 16, 2022 by 4pm. Visit the Town website for more information. 
What's Happening
  • May 5 - Youth Appreciation Lunch, 11:30am
  • May 7 - Freedom of the Town, 2pm
  • May 9 - Public Open House, 10am
  • May 10 - Green Shores Workshop, 9am
  • May 18 - Regular Council Meeting, 10am
  • May 23 - Office Closed for Stat Holiday

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To view upcoming events visit qualicumbeach.com/events
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