Upcoming Events
NOVEMBER
14 & 15
'FILL THE BOOT FOR FOOD' DRIVE 2026
Qualicum Beach
8AM – 5PM
We are calling on our amazing community to lend a hand during this year’s “Fill the Boot for Food” fundraising drive, benefiting the Salvation Army Food Bank.
Saturday, November 14
🛒 Qualicum Foods (705 Memorial Ave): 8:00am – 5:00pm
🚒 Firehall (130 Rupert Rd E): 10:00am – 5:00pm
🏪 Liquor store (706 Primrose St): 10:00am – 5:00pm
🦅 Eaglecrest entrance: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday, November 15
🛒 Qualicum Foods: 9:00am – 5:00pm
🚒 Firehall: 11:00am – 5:00pm
🏪 Liquor store: 11:00am – 5:00pm
Your donations help the Salvation Army provide food and support to those in need within our community. Stop by, say hello, and drop a donation in the boot!
This is a joint fundraiser with all eight District 69 departments: Bow Horn Bay, Coombs Hilliers, Dashwood, Deep Bay, Errington, Nanoose, Parksville & Qualicum Beach. Check with your local fire hall for collection sites.
Thank you for your support!
Past Events
OCTOBER
Sat. 3
FIRE HALL OPEN HOUSE
10AM – 2PM
You’re invited to our Fire Hall Open House! Whether you’re bringing the whole family or just curious to learn more about fire safety and the work our firefighters do, there’s something for everyone at this FREE event.
What’s Happening:
- Bouncy Castle
- Craft station for kids
- Fire extinguisher and fire hose practice areas
- Fire truck and fire hall tours
- Fire safety and FireSmart information
- Meet Ember the FireSmart Fox & Sparky the Fire Dog
- Free hotdogs and beverages
Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and we’ll see you there!
MAY-SEPTEMBER
SUMMER 2026
Look for our Fire Rescue and FireSmart tents at upcoming summer events in town. We will be sharing information on recruitment, as well as tips from FireSmart BC.
- Farmers’ Market – Every Saturday
- Family Day – May 31
- Beach Day – July 12
Latest News
Campfire Ban Notice Lifted – Effective September 3
Due to a decrease in fire risk, campfires and cooking fires are once again permitted within the Coastal Fire Centre which includes the Qualicum Beach Fire Protection area, effective noon on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
The lifting of the ban has been implemented by the Qualicum Beach Fire Chief in conjunction with the BC Wildfire Service lifting of the campfire ban for the Coastal Fire Centre area.
BC Wildfire Service has indicated current and forecast conditions have shifted, bringing cooler temperatures, improved humidity values and an overall reduction in wildfire hazard throughout the Coastal Fire Centre.
Fires in outdoor fireplaces are now permitted in accordance with the Town’s Bylaw 715 and as outlined in the Town’s Outdoor Burning FAQ. Beach fires are not permitted at any time in the Qualicum Beach Wildlife Management Area.
To report a fire, please contact:
Fire emergency – threat to lives and/or property: 9-1-1
Beach fires – Conservation Officer Hotline: 1-877-952-7277
For further information on provincial wildfire activity, conditions and prohibitions, visit the Wildfire Management Branch website at bcwildfire.ca.