A pre-candidate information session will be held on August 13, 2026, at 6 p.m. for individuals considering running for local government.
- Attend in person: CVRD Civic Room, 770 Harmston Avenue, Courtenay. Advance registration is not required for in-person attendance.
- Attend online: Virtual participation is available by Zoom webinar. Advance registration is required to attend online. Link to register.
- Jointly hosted by the Comox Valley Regional District, City of Courtenay and Village of Cumberland.
- Featuring presentations by former elected officials and local government consultants Allison Habkirk and Christina Benty.
- A recording will be posted on this page following the event.
- A recording of the 2022 pre-candidate information session is available for reference. Information may differ for the 2026 election.
For full details, visit the Local government elections page.