Upgrades Protect Comox Valley Public Health, Promote First Nation’s Growth

The Province has announced it is investing $30 million into the Comox Valley Sewer Extension South Project.

The extension will provide wastewater services to Union Bay and Royston through a new wastewater main that will connect to the existing regional treatment system.

Currently, homes and businesses in the communities of Royston and Union Bay depend on on-site septic systems, many of which are more than 25 years old and are at an increased risk of failure, which could create health risks and pose an environmental threat to Baynes Sound.

“We all know that safe and reliable infrastructure is critical to the health of our communities and environment. It also promotes new development and opportunities for economic growth,” said Anne Kang, Minister of Municipal Affairs.

“We are working together with the Comox Valley Regional District and the K’ómoks First Nation to improve wastewater infrastructure, protect the environment and health of residents, and support the future development of K’ómoks lands.”

The extension project will also help ensure safe access to shellfish for the K’ómoks First Nation for food, social and ceremonial purposes, and support their aquaculture interests in Baynes Sound.

Find more about the project at Comox Valley Regional District.