The Town of Qualicum Beach will recognize National Public Works Week from May 15 to May 21.
The event is held annually to recognize the work of public works and parks professionals. To celebrate the event, the town will host an open house on Thursday, May 19 from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the public works yard located at 233 Fern Road East.
There will be equipment on display and staff from public works, parks and facilities departments will be on-site to answer any questions.
The Qualicum Beach Volunteer Fire Department will also be available to answer any questions about the department and becoming a volunteer firefighter.
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The third week in May has been celebrated as National Public Works Week since 1960. Municipalities across Canada use this week to educate, engage and inform the public about the essential role of public works in the quality of life of the community.
For the past two years, town staff have successfully navigated their essential roles through the pandemic, maintaining daily operations which improve the quality of life and safety of residents.
Qualicum Beach is proud to highlight the services provided by public works and parks staff and hope this open house will increase awareness of the work necessary to maintain town infrastructure and services. In addition, this event will provide an opportunity to promote public works/parks as a career choice.
— NEWS Staff, submitted
