Advisories & Bulletins
Tofino’s remote and rugged location on the West Coast of Vancouver Island allows us to reconnect with the outdoors, and enjoy spending time together. It also means that we need to be ready to adapt to situations dictated by nature or travel logistics.
Before you start your journey to Tofino, we always recommend checking DriveBC and BC Ferries for any bulletins. On this page, we do our best to include any important messages that could impact your travel. This section is also updated with info you need to know for your time here, including power outages and water conservation measures, to ensure that you can always make the most of your stay.
Wind Storm Advisory
A special weather statement has been issued for Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast (including Tofino) for Friday November 22nd, 2024.
- Before you start your journey to Tofino, we recommend checking DriveBC and BC Ferries for any bulletins.
- Prepare for unforeseen incidents such as vehicle breakdowns, poor weather, and traffic accidents by having an emergency kit in your vehicle. Find a list of items to include here.
- Find emergency information from the District of Tofino, including beach access, power outages and road incidents, here.
- Check for power outage information here. And a list of restaurants open in Tofino here.
- Find last-minute accommodation in Tofino here.
- Visitors are encouraged to download and allow notifications from Alertable, an emergency notification app with customizable settings, to receive the latest local alerts, such as road closures and evacuation information, straight to your mobile device.
