History
On the present Council, who is the longest serving member of Council?
Tim McGonigle
3,815
7 - Fire, Corporate Services, Bylaw/Inspection, Planning, Public Works, Finance, and CLEC & Campground
According to the 2021 census, what is the average age of the population of the community?
47.8
Describe the legal order of importance for the following (bylaws, procedures, legislation, resolutions, regulations)
Legislation - provincial
Regulations - provincial
Bylaws - local
Policies - local
Resolution - Local
Procedures - Administrative
What is the correct spelling of the First Nations formerly known as "Lake Cowichan First Nations"
Ts'uubaa-asatx First Nations
What are the top 4 activities within the Town of Lake Cowichan?
Hiking, Circle Route, Camping, Tubing.
When fully staffed, what is the approximate number of staff within the Town?
80+
What is the meaning of the aboriginal word "Kaatza"?
Great Lake
What is the two most important policy documents of a local government?
OCP and 5 Year Financial Plan
What is the name of the first Chairperson of the Village of Lake Cowichan?
Bill Grosskleg
What are two key challenges visitors may experience during the summer months in Lake Cowichan?
parking, access to bathroom, find a seat in a restaurant.
How many Officers exist within the Town of Lake Cowichan?
5
CEO
CAO
CO
CFO
Approving Officer
According to the 2021 census, what is the total number of private households in the community?
1,425
Name any 2 plans that have been adopted by Council.
Active Transportation Network Plan
Downtown Revitalization Strategy
Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan
In what year was the Town of Lake Cowichan incorporated?
August 19, 1944
In what year did the Town of Lake Cowichan became a twin community? And what is the name of the other community?
1989 - Ohtaki
What are the core values of the Town of Lake Cowichan? What guides us as a Council and organization?
unclear
Lake Cowichan is said to be a regional hub supporting people throughout the region. Approximately, how many people do you believe are located in the surrounding communities like Youbou, Honeymoon Bay, and Masachie Lake combined?
2050
Youbou - 1,400
Honeymoon Bay - 450
Mesachie Lake - 200
In what year was the oldest bylaw currently in effect, adopted by the Town?
1950 - Block 17 Land Exchange Bylaw
What is the estimated landmass of the Town of Lake Cowichan in either hectares or square kilometres?
805 hectares or 8.05 square kilometer
Lake Cowichan is at the western end of this longest trail network in the world with over 29,000 km.
Trans Canada Trail
What is the motto of the Town of Lake Cowichan?
COPIA SUB UMBRA MONTIUM
"Abundance in the shadow of the mountains".
What is the community vision statement as outlined in the Official Community Plan?
Our vision is to create a vibrant, healthy, inclusive, sustainable community that exist in harmony with the natural environment, enjoys a balanced economy, supports all generations, and provides the opportunities to satisfy diverse social needs.
What is the shortest legislation for which all municipalities are subject to in BC?
Apology Act, BC, 2006. https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/06019_01