Water Conservation Stages
The water-conservation stage in force in Tofino now, what you can and can't do at it, and the full Stage 1-3 ladder — with the District's own page as the live source.
Tofino's water supply is the limit the whole town lives within. Each summer the District sets a conservation stage that says what everyone can and can't do with water. Here's the stage in force now and what it means — and the full ladder, so you can see what tightens if it steps up.
In force now
Stage 1 — Voluntary
Voluntary reduction. Outdoor watering is allowed, but only with efficient methods.
In force since 12 May 2026 · Confirmed 25 June 2026
The District sets the stage
District of Tofino declares which stage is in force. The stage shown here is what we last confirmed — for the live stage, check their page. official water page.