With the return of many special events, a renewed vigor for gathering swept through our community. Beach Day and Family Day saw record numbers attend the action-packed activities. Likewise, the Show ‘n Shine, Canada Day Parade and many other events thrived with community spirit. The Town was also able to once again recognize its many volunteers at the annual Volunteer Appreciation event in August.

2022 began with a winter storm and 10 days of deep snow. Not long after, a surprise high tide and winds damaged parts of the seawall and delivered debris far and wide. The Town was pleased to see how the newly constructed marine spit withstood the storm, doing its job to protect the foreshore and marine life in the estuary. 

A total of 4,453 electors cast their ballots during the 2022 election, a turnout of nearly 53%, up from 41% in the 2021 By-Election.

On November 7, the Town of Qualicum Beach held its Inaugural Meeting to swear in the 2022-2026 Council. The event was well attended by the public and local dignitaries who warmly welcomed the new Council.

It was a year of growth for the Town, with some key projects advancing the Town’s Strategic Plan. Projects included the development of Into The Woods Childcare Studio, East Village, Memorial Roundabout, and Rodway Trail. To learn more about these projects visit qualicumbeach.com/_projects

The Town participated in the Communities in Bloom program, along with the 2022 Year of the Garden.

At the wrap-up Symposium for the program, the Town was honoured with a prize for presenting multiple showcase projects including the Eaglecrest Entry Garden Initiative, the Town's Beach Creek Estuary project, Broombusters, Berwick balcony gardening group, Legacy of the Town’s national CIB success from 1999 to 2006, and a submission from the Qualicum Beach Garden Club's celebration of their 25th anniversary.

Vern Black, pictured above, is presented his "Garden Hero" award from John Wood, Eaglecrest Residents' Association President.

Vern was honoured with a “Garden Heroes” award for his work coordinating volunteers on the garden’s redesign, as well as on the creation of the Eaglecrest Drive “Superbox”, recognized nationally in 2004 as a “Special Mention”.

Marlys Diamond and Bob Weir pictured above with a garden gift package from Communities in Bloom to recognize the contributions of the Town in 2022.

Marlys was the Qualicum Beach Coordinator, championing the Town's involvement in the program. Bob produced the Beach Creek Estuary submission which was a recognized showcase project.