Kʼómoks First Nation

K'ómoks Economic Development Corporation has announced it is purchasing the popular Forty Knots Winery and Event Center in the Comox Valley.

This acquisition marks a significant expansion for KEDC, which serves as the business and economic development organization for the K'ómoks First Nation.

The addition of the winery joins other tourism assets like the I-O's Gallery and Puntledge RV Park, strengthening their presence in the local hospitality sector and creating opportunities for sustainable growth within the community.

Leaders say this investment reflects a commitment to supporting local jobs, generating prosperity for the K'ómoks First Nation, and highlighting the Comox Valley as a destination.

The sale is expected to finalize later this month, with plans to keep current employees in place.

Residents of Cherry Creek are being asked to vote on a new service that would provide funding for local recreation facilities.

Stage three water restrictions are returning to parts of the Comox Valley starting on Thursday.

This is due to unusually dry conditions that have prompted British Columbia Hydro to lower the flow of the Puntledge River.