A vibrant city that is growing at an exponentially fast rate. The company village was originally named Union after the Union Coal Company. In 1958, the community reincorporated as the Village of Cumberland. Cumberland really prides itself on being a Village and the community it has within. Cumberland has become a significant destination for outdoor recreation, culture and tourism. Cumberland has many newer homes and a lot more development being created as well. Comox Lake, surrounded by mountains and fed by a glacier, is a very spectacular summer location. A popular area to visit, there are hiking and biking trails, a sandy beach, rock climbing areas, and boating.