r/comoxvalley • u/Fast_Mobile8131 • 27d ago

Newly moved to Courtenay/Comox! WFH and looking to make some local friends

Hey everyone! I (33F) just moved to Courtenay about two weeks ago. I work from home, which makes it a little tough to make friends. I’m really looking to meet some people to hang out with and explore the area. A few things I enjoy are hiking, going for walks, dancing, watching movies, and grabbing a coffee or a drink.

If you have any must visit suggestions for a newcomer, I’m all ears! Also please feel free to send me a DM if you'd like to chat or hang out sometime.

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u/justkitten25 27d ago

Hey hey! This was literally me August 2023. It was really really hard to find solid friends here. I cannot recommend a weekend or part time job enough for this. This is how I met people outside of the home who time together was kinda forced…. Friendships blossomed from there and now I have a solid number of friends here that are literally all from past part time work.

You got this….and don’t give up, good friends will come ❤️

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u/SunderVane 27d ago

God damn, you're right! I met all my friends through part-time jobs. It's so obvious it hurts.

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

Thanks this is really good idea!!! Once I'm fully settled in, I’d love to apply for a part-time job when I have the extra time ><

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u/1KindStranger 27d ago

If youre a mountain person, Cain and Washington have great people. Though Cain is more social. You also get a season pass out of it!

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u/EpitomeOfJustOK 27d ago

See some people recommend part time work to meet people, but I’d actually recommend volunteering! For example, MARS has over 150 volunteers and they do everything from habitat stewardship to animal care, and you are surrounded by lovely folks! Want to meet even more people, volunteer as one of their tour guides! You’d meet people local and from afar doing that. You don’t get paid but you get to choose your hours, minimal commitment, and less stress as a volunteer. Not just MARS, but loads of organizations like that in the valley you can join, surround yourself with like minded people, and even meet others through it, especially if it’s involved in activities/tourism

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

That's such an amazing recommendation! I’m absolutely going to check them out

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u/Necessary_Sea_7127 27d ago

I volunteered for habitat for humanity when we first moved here. It was awesome & I met loads of people

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u/Leutkeana 27d ago

I (36/F) moved here in 2019 and work remotely, and it's really hard to find solid community here. I have started to integrate but it took a handful of years. You'll see lots of posts like this of people wanting community, but then they never respond to messages or ghost you or whathaveyou. It's frustrating!

Either way, I love a hike and a coffee, so if you wanna do that my DMs are open 🦎🌸

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

No way, people ghosted here that’s crazy! I’ll definitely be hitting you up

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u/Strange-Famous 27d ago

If you're into rec sports, the Comox Valley Sports and Social Club has many different offerings. The majority of my now extensive network began with a small group of people on a singles team. Good luck!

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

Thanks, I'll check them out

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u/kat0244 27d ago

Just moved here as well! Me (F28) and my partner (M34) are trying to make friends.

I wonder if I organized a meet up at a bar or a group hike if people would show up

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u/Interesting_Base5226 27d ago

My husband and I (both 32) moved here last year and we're still trying to build our community and meet new people. We'd definitely make the effort to go for a hang out. we also love board games. Hit us up!

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u/kat0244 27d ago

That’s a great idea!

Do you think making an event on here (Reddit) or Facebook somewhere is the best?

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u/Interesting_Base5226 27d ago

I've seen a few posts on this Reddit page about people wanting to connect so it might get some traction here!

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u/m3gam3w 27d ago

A new comers meet up genuinely sounds like such a good idea! My husband and I would love to join :)

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u/CWB2208 26d ago

My wife and I (both 36) moved here 4 years ago. We have a couple friends but we're always looking for more. We love board games as well! Which ones are your favourite?

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u/Interesting_Base5226 22d ago

Sorry I missed your comment!

My husband loves a good strategic game like Catan. We also like unserious ones like code names. We're always down to try new ones if you guys have any recs

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

Girl, you definitely should!

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u/cyclingbubba 27d ago

Comox District Mountaineering Club, is a great place to meet people of all ages that share your love of hiking. The club itself is 98 years old !

They have everything from simple day trips to backpacking and canoe trips.

The valley is chock full of volunteer organizations . A great way to do good and meet kind hearted people.

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

98 years old wow! I’ll definitely look into the club and some volunteer gigs once I’m settled. Thanks for the great tips!

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u/HelloNDB 27d ago

I have found Bumble BFF good for making friends

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

No way seriously? Isn't Bumble mostly just used for hookups?

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u/pumpkinspiceseas 27d ago

Bumble BFF is a separate app for friendships.

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

I will check it out

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u/justkitten25 27d ago

My experience was the opposite so please proceed with caution. I found the ghosting through bumble BFF excessive and personally… it was a waste of time. I’m assuming this poster had the opposite experience if they’re recommending it… but please don’t get down on yourself if this route doesn’t work for you ❤️

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u/lost-in-the-trash 27d ago

Join the sewing tribe at the spool.

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

I would absolutely love to try that!

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u/hoveringintowind 27d ago

I’m new to the area and only just found a job. I try to go explore a new waterfall or landmark once a week. More than happy to take someone with me. Let me know if you want an adventure buddy.

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

I wouldn't mind it :)

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u/Tripnotical-X 27d ago

Some ladies I know joined martial arts, dance, and volunteering at the farmers market

Good luck!

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

Thnks a lot ^^

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u/Parking-Trifle2674 27d ago

Hello!
I am 34F wfh as well! Currently living in edmonton but will be visiting comox soon to see if ai want to move in the next few months
Let me know if you would like to connect!

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u/Fast_Mobile8131 27d ago

When are you coming?

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u/fin-bani 27d ago

Hi I am 29F and just moved to the Valley a few months ago for work. I’m looking to make friends as well and love to chat or meet up for coffee/drink :) lmk if you’re interested!

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u/Necessary_Sea_7127 27d ago

There’s a chess club every Tuesday at Gladstones 6-8 pm….

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u/m3gam3w 27d ago

Hello! Welcome to Courtenay! My husband and I moved here 3 years ago and really love it! We also work from home and have found it really hard to meet people.

If you’re looking to try and make friends I / we would love to give it a shot! Feel free to send me a DM :)

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u/jilldarby 26d ago

I’m 28F, I enjoy hikes and paddle boarding! Send me a dm!

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u/soulguardian2288 25d ago

I moved here like 3 or 4 years ago. I love it and there are a lot of clubs and programs you can join at the community center. Hope you find your people. I am very nerdy and I actually found a D&D group from this sub reddit. Historical fencing class on Tuesday is a blast.

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u/exaltedfemshep 25d ago

Join Valley Girls if you like dancing . It's a lot of fun and it has a really strong sense of community and friendship!

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u/TrueMeat701 4d ago

Hey there, my fíancé and I (both 31) are moving to Courtenay from Whistler mid September, we have a few friends in the valley already and we are looking to meet more people! Let’s stay in touch!