Re-Zoning of 2 Land Assembly Properties on Quadra Street
There are two re-zoning bylaw amendments that affect properties within our community association that are going to Council on Monday, August 17, 2026. Please note that Section 464(3) of...
Oregon Grape Plants
Oregon grape plants are a hardy native shrub that is right at home in Saanich and is now bursting with deep blue berries!A great addition to your garden, Oregon grape adds...
Western redcedar – BC’s Official Tree
The Western redcedar (Thuja plicata) is the official provincial tree of BC. Western redcedar is the preferred forestry and botanical spelling because it is not a true cedar (Cedrus...
Beach Advisories – Check Before You Go
Several beaches are currently not recommended for recreational water use, such as swimming. Beach advisories are recommended by Island Health where there is indication of elevated bacterial levels in...
Teen and Youth “Now I don’t feel alone” Program
The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is looking for participants aged 13 – 17 and 18 – 30 for their upcoming FREE Fall groups for people who are interested in real-world...
Beware – Property Tax Payment Scam
Warning: Saanich has received reports of a property tax payment scam that involves third parties offering to pay residential or commercial property taxes on a property owner’s behalf.These offers may...
Campfire Bans – Check Before you Go
If you have camping plans this long weekend, the BC Conservation Officer Service wants to remind you that most fires are off limits in many areas of BC – including...
Electioneering Activities at Music in the Park
Quadra Cedar Hill will host – in partnership with Saanich Parks, Recreation & Community Services and the District of Saanich – Music in the Park at Rutledge Park on August 18...
Re-Zoning of 2 Land Assembly Properties on Quadra Street
There are two re-zoning bylaw amendments that affect properties within our community association that are going to Council on Monday, August 17, 2026. Please note that Section 464(3) of...
Update on the Uptown-Douglas Pre-Zoning
Update on the Uptown-Douglas Pre-Zoning & Network Design Project This update comes from the the Mount View Colquitz Community Association (we are assisting them as they’re our neighbours across...
Public hearing date set for Proposed Quadra McKenzie Plan
The Proposed Quadra McKenzie Plan will go to public hearing on June 16, 2026. Saanich Council has directed staff to re-designate certain parcels of land in the Quadra South area...
Community Meeting for Proposed Development – Dale at Lovat
Neighbours are invited to a community meeting to learn about a proposed 20 townhouse development at 927 Dale / 3478 Lovat on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 6pm – 7:30pm at...
