South Cowichan Community Policing

Speed Watch Training
2023-02-22 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Cowichan Community Policiing & Egagement Society, #5 2628 Beverly St, Duncan, BC, V9L 5C7, Canada
Join us at #5 2628 Beverly St. Duncan, BC (CCP&ES Duncan Office located next to Seaside Computers near Tim Hortons) for our next Speed Watch training session.
Anyone interested in Volunteering For Speed Watch or wanting more information can contact us at:
South Cowichan Office: 250-929-7222 or sccp@shaw.ca
North Cowichan/Duncan Office: 250-597-7927 or ccpes@shaw.ca

Working together towards safety, education and awareness where we live, work and play.
Volunteers are the heart of Community Policing.

Truth and Reconciliation Day Events 2023
2023-09-30 - 2023-10-02 | Vancouver Island
South Cowichan Community Policing Advisory Society will be closed Monday October 2nd to honour Indigenous Residential School System survivors and their families, to reflect on the lasting impacts of the system, and remember the children who never made it home.
Wear your orange shirt Saturday September 30 & Monday October 2! Events will be happening all long weekend.
Community Events:
Every Child Matters March
Monday October 2 at 9:30am. Si’em Lelum Soccer Fields on River Rd.
Speakers, Tzinquaw Performance, Show Case, Food Trucks, Vendors.
Residential School Survivors Art Project by Quamichan School
If you have been affected by Residential Schools, please take a battery operated terracotta candle.
Candles left under the trees at Cowichan Tribes Administration Building on Friday, September 29th.
Free Public Events in Nanaimo
Free public eventsfocused on community well-being with gymnasium sports and games, family play room, bouncy castles, arts and crafts, interactive booths and a Hul’q’umi’num’ StoryWalk.
Where: Oliver Woods Community Centre
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (food trucks onsite)
Free skating and Stick ‘n’ Puck sessions

Where: Nanaimo Ice Centre
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (concession open)

Free swimming and weight room entry

Where: Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (food trucks onsite)
Note: Session limits are in effect for the pool.

South Island Powwow

Songhees Nation
Where: Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Ave., Victoria
When: Gates will open at 10 a.m. with colours retiring at midnight.
The event honours and recognizes survivors of residential and day schools and their families, the Sixties Scoop and the children who never made it home. It features Indigenous cultural performances, song and dance with two host drums, Sage Hills and Blackfish, along with guest speakers.
Free admission. There will be two traditional grand entries of First Nations — at noon and 6 p.m.

Truth and Reconciliation Day Ride

Organizer: Capital Bike (Victoria)
When: 9:15 a.m.
Where: The ride begins at Songhees Park, near the Johnson Street bridge.
A free nine-kilometre bike ride through downtown Victoria, along Dallas Road and up Vancouver Street to Royal Athletic Park to join the powwow at 11:30. Police will close intersections along the route. Diane Sam, a member of the Songhees First Nation, will open the ride.

Orange Day in the Bay

Organizers: Peter Hudson and Tyler Bob
Where: Huddlestone Park, Lantzville
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Orange Day in the Bay 2023 will feature speakers, ceremony, live music, comedy, food and vendors. The lineup includes performances by James Vickers, Aspects, Sirreal, Myc Sharratt, Whirly Bird and Tzinquaw Dancers. Comedy acts include performances by Keith Martin Nahanee, Patti Savard and Ryan Lachance. Entry is by donation (suggested: $20 per family) to the tthuw mukw’mulstimuxw (Setut) group, which focuses on language classes, art, history and sports.

Capsize the Canoe Food Drive
2025-06-14 11:00 - 15:00
Capsize the Canoe – Food Drive
North Cowichan/Duncan
2025-06-11 14:46 PDT
The Capsize the Canoe Food Drive will be returning to the front entrance of Superstore Duncan on Saturday June 14 from 11:00am-3:00pm. We will be taking non perishable food items, reusable bags, and monetary donations to help support community members in need.

Photo from previous “Fill a Canoe” Event on 2023-09-19.
North Cowichan / Duncan Indigenous Policing Services (IPS) organized a food drive in partnerships with Cowichan Valley Basket Society (Food bank), Loblaws Superstore Loss Prevention Officers, Cowichan Valley Community Policing.

Photo from previous “Fill a Canoe” Event on 2023-09-19.

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Ethan Polsom

Indigenous Peoples Day 2025
2025-06-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Si’em Lelum Soccer Fields, 5574 River Rd, Duncan, BC, V9L 6V9, Canada
There will be local Indigenous vendors onsite. Cultural activities and workshops for all ages.

National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year.
The summer solstice holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples, marking a time of renewal, connection, and celebration.
Every year, First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across the country host events on or around June 21 to share and celebrate their rich and diverse cultures and traditions.

Mill Bay Fire Hall Annual Open House 2025
2025-06-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Mill Bay Fire Department, 2675 Lodgepole Rd, Mill Bay, British Columbia, V0R 2P1, Canada
This Sunday! MBFD Open House
Looking for something fun to do with the family this weekend? Come by the Mill Bay Fire Hall for our annual Open House — it’s free, family-friendly, and full of fire gear, demos, snacks, and hands-on activities!
Sunday, June 22nd
10 AM – 2 PM
2675 Lodgepole Rd, Mill Bay
Here’s what’s in store:
Live demos & tours
Fire trucks & gear displays
Kids’ firefighter challenge
Free snacks & refreshments
Meet your local firefighters!
Whether you’re 5 or 75 — there’s something here for everyone.
Let us know you’re coming: https://www.facebook.com/events/732774896100986/
#MBFD #MillBayFire #OpenHouse #FamilyFun #CommunityEvent
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North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP - Community Safety Expo
2025-09-20 12:00 - 14:00
North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP’s 2nd Annual Community Safety Expo!
Join us for a fun, family-friendly event at our New Detachment, located at 6430 Ford Road, on Saturday, September 20th, from 12 PM – 2 PM.
What to Expect:
Lunch generously provided by Country Grocer!
Prizes donated by local businesses!
Hot chocolate and coffee provided by Starbucks!
Kids can enjoy a mock crime scene, try impairment simulation goggles, and explore the Fire Safety House.
Check out boats, helicopters, and much more from various agencies.
Adults can explore both volunteer and career opportunities and learn more about how all the agencies work hard to keep our families safe!
Parking: Available at the Cowichan Commons.

🧡 National Indigenous History Month 🧡
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-30
June is National Indigenous History Month — a time to recognize and honour the rich histories, cultures, traditions, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.
This month is an opportunity to listen, learn, reflect, and celebrate Indigenous voices, stories, and resilience. Together, we can continue building understanding, respect, and meaningful reconciliation.
Check out the Malahat Nation Community Calendar for local events.
#NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth #NIHM2026 #IndigenousHistoryMonth #TruthAndReconciliation #FirstNations #Inuit #Métis #IndigenousPeoples

Mill Bay Fire Hall Annual Open House 2026
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Mill Bay Fire Department, 2675 Lodgepole Rd, Mill Bay, British Columbia, V0R 2P1, Canada
This Saturday!
Join the Mill Bay Fire Department for a fun, family‑friendly Open House! Stop by the fire hall for an exciting day of demonstrations, truck rides, hands‑on activities, games, prizes, and a community BBQ. Meet your local firefighters, explore the equipment, and learn helpful fire safety tips. It’s a great way for all ages to connect, have fun, and see what happens behind the scenes at your local fire department.
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10 AM – 2 PM
2675 Lodgepole Rd, Mill Bay
Here’s what’s in store:
Live demonstrations
Fire truck rides
Games
Free snacks and refreshments
Meet your local firefighters!
#MBFD #MillBayFire #OpenHouse #FamilyFun #CommunityEvent
Everyone is welcome — come enjoy a great day in the community!
