812 - 3030 Kilpatrick Avenue, Courtenay, BC tel: (250) 334-6743 fax: (250) 338-5339
The Comox Valley has one of the most moderate climates in Canada. While there are the occasional extreme hot and cold days, the weather here is typically quite comfortable. Summer days get hot enough to enjoy a swim in the lake, ocean or river, but do not often reach unbearable highs. The winter months can be quite humid, but on average the temperature remains above freezing. While the Comox Valley is no stranger to a good snowfall in the winter months, for the most part we see only 1 to 2 significant snowfalls a year.
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The Comox Valley is one of the fastest growing rural communities in the province. With different economic drivers across several communities, the region is one of the most diversified on Vancouver Island. Hospitality, tourism, construction, fishing and advanced technology are but a few of the many industries providing employment to the local populace.
The population of the Comox Valley is estimated at over 72,000. Courtenay has held the distinction of being the fastest growing community on Vancouver Island, with a 48.2% increase since 1991. It is ranked as the fourth fastest growing community in Canada and the second fastest in B.C. behind Whistler.
