South Cowichan Community Policing

06/13/2026

💜 June 15th - World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 💜
Let’s remember it takes a community at South Cowichan Community Policing we work with seniors through our Free Friendly Phones program, Frauds and Scams Presentations, BC Community Response Networks trained… It’s Not Right - See something Say Something. We also work in partnership with Volunteer Cowichan, Cowichan Intercultural Society, Cowichan Independent Living, V.I.H.A. as well as other agencies to support our ageing friendly community. We believe that “Active Seniors are Healthy Seniors”. We are always looking for Volunteers who want to support our ageing friendly, older adults, seniors and elders. Give us a call 250-929-7222. 📱

Preventing elder abuse starts with you—and me 💜

Small actions build safer, more caring communities 🌍 Let’s stand together to support and respect older adults.

At Volunteer Cowichan, we’re proud to support seniors through programs like Better at Home 🏡 and Social Prescribing 🤝—helping them stay safe, connected, and living independently.

Join us June 15 and wear purple to raise awareness 💜

06/11/2026

Trail Closed so please remember that there will be more students, children and families 2 and 4 legged on the Shawnigan Mill/Bay Road. Drive safely and Share the Road. Thank you for keeping our road safer for all. Frances Kelsey Secondary School - FKSS

As the trail at the end of our driveway is now under active logging and construction for the next several years, many students will be on the road when they head to Mill Bay. We strongly urge parents to remind their children to be careful when walking on Mill Bay Shawnigan Road as there is little to no shoulder in some areas and the slight hill makes for a blind spot for vehicles. As the road is also straight, speed of vehicles is a concern, so we urge our community drivers to PLEASE WATCH FOR THE STUDENTS and take extra care. They are teenagers and sometimes responsible decision-making skills are still in progress!

06/10/2026

Fire Safety for all. Thank you Conservation Officers for going over and above. The officers stopped and used the backpack fire pumps and shovels to douse the flames 🔥.
We need to remember it’s Fire 🔥 Season, even with the rain it’s still dry.
Chek News Reported
Conservation officers douse smouldering fire near Shawnigan Lake. An abandoned fire near Shawnigan Lake was extinguished by conservation officers who were on their way to a different call.
Please follow posted Fire 🔥 regulations and ensure your campfires are completely extinguished before leaving the area for safety of our communities.

06/09/2026

Only 1 Week to go… World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - June 15th - See Something Say Something - Observe and Report. Working together for safer Seniors/Elders where we live, work and play. BC Community Response Networks South Cowichan Community Policing

How can communities work together to prevent elder abuse and support the rights, dignity, and well-being of older adults?

Join us on June 10 at 10:00 am PDT for the National World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Webinar. This special event will bring together speakers, ideas, and conversations focused on raising awareness and strengthening our collective response to elder abuse.

Register today and be part of this important national conversation.
Link in the comments.

06/08/2026

iPhone 📱 found today along Mill Bay Road before Mill Bay Ferry Terminal. To claim you will need identification, description of colour of iPhone inside pink case and passcode. Call 250-929-7222. Ask for Shannon/Sarah

06/04/2026

Duncan Days Parade CANCELLED Media Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Duncan Days Grande Parade Cancelled for 2026

The Duncan-Cowichan Festival Society has made the difficult decision to cancel the Duncan Days Grande Parade scheduled for July 11, 2026.

This decision was not made lightly. For many decades, the parade has been a cherished community tradition that has brought together residents, businesses, organizations, volunteers, and visitors in celebration of Duncan and the Cowichan Valley.
Over the past several months, the Society has worked diligently to organize this year's event. However, escalating event delivery costs, increasingly complex operational and safety requirements, and limited sponsorship support have created challenges that make it impossible to deliver the parade at the standard of safety, quality, and community experience that participants and spectators deserve.

We recognize that this news will be disappointing to many. We share that disappointment.

The challenges facing the Duncan Days Grande Parade are not unique. Across British Columbia and Canada, many long-standing community events are struggling with rising costs, increased regulatory and safety expectations, volunteer capacity pressures, and growing demands on organizers. While these changes are intended to support public safety, they have also created significant obstacles for community-based events that rely heavily on volunteers, local sponsorships, and limited resources.
The Society will be contacting all registered parade entrants and sponsors directly in the coming days to discuss refunds and sponsorship options. We are deeply grateful for the support that has already been shown.

While the parade will not proceed this year, the Society remains committed to bringing people together through community celebrations. We encourage everyone to support and enjoy the 39 Days of July festival, which continues throughout the summer and showcases an outstanding lineup of local entertainment, community spirit, and free public performances throughout downtown Duncan.

Looking ahead, we will be taking the opportunity to review the future of the parade and explore new approaches that are sustainable, affordable, safe, and accessible for our community. Our goal is to develop a renewed community celebration that can thrive for years to come while remaining true to the spirit that has made the Duncan Days Grande Parade such a beloved tradition.
On behalf of the Duncan-Cowichan Festival Society, thank you to the volunteers, sponsors, participants, community partners, and spectators who have supported the Duncan Days Grande Parade over the years. Your enthusiasm, commitment, and community spirit have made this event a valued part of our community's history.

We extend special thanks to the Duncan Daybreak Rotary Club, whose steadfast support has helped sustain the parade for many years, as well as to the City of Duncan, the Municipality of North Cowichan, local businesses, community organizations, and the many volunteers who have contributed their time, resources, and encouragement.

Duncan Cowichan Festival Society

06/04/2026

Brentwood College School is the perfect spot for a summer camp that explores arts, sports, language, and culture.