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Rezoning on adjacent properties at Alder and Cloverdale

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Going to Council on Monday, September 21, 2026 is an application to re-zone existing single family properties (land assembly) into two six-storey buildings on Alder Street and Cloverdale Avenue.
 
Find the complete zoning document here
 
To provide input on this zoning change, enquiries and comments may be submitted in person, by mail, or by email and must be received no later than Noon on September 21st.
 
All correspondence submitted will form part of the public record and may be published in a meeting agenda.
 
• Send your comments to Council by emailing council@saanich.ca
• Mail your comments by post to Legislative Services, District of Saanich, 770 Vernon Avenue, Victoria, BC V8X 2W7.
• Leave your written comments in the dropbox by the main door at the Municipal Hall, 770 Vernon Avenue.

Who’s running for Office in the upcoming Saanich Election

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These results were finalized by Saanich’s Chief Election Officer after the nomination period closed at 4pm on Friday, September 11, 2026.
 
The following names will appear on the ballot.
 

Mayor (1 to be selected):

 DE VRIES, Zac
HARPER, Karen
SHARMA, Rishi (SOS)
STANBRIDGE, Robin Morton
  

Council (8 to be selected):

BATY, Colette
BOOTH, Erin Elizabeth
BRICE, Susan (incumbent)
BROWNOFF, Judy (incumbent)
BURTON, Kathleen
CAMERON, Don
CHAMBERS, Nathalie (incumbent)
CURBELO, Mauricio
DEELSTRA, Alli
DeLARGE, Lorne (SOS)
Di CASTRI, Nancy (SOS)
FAIRBURN, Finn
FRUTTAROL, Noah
HODSON, Hollis
HUMENICK, Garnett
IZARD, Sasha
LIDSTONE, Laurie (SOS)
McGEACHIE, Matt (SOS)
PHELPS BONDAROFF, Teale (incumbent)
PLANT, Colin (incumbent)
POPLI, Harjas Singh
RALFS, Brendan
RENAUD, Nic
SIBBALD, Tia
WEAVER, Jordan
WICKS-IRVING, Sierra
WRIGHT, Graham (SOS)
There is one elector organization running candidates in Saanich: Save Our Saanich – SOS.

All Candidates Meeting – MVCCA & QCHCA – October 8th

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In coordination with the Mount View Colquitz Community Association (MVCCA), the QCHCA will be hosting an all candidates meeting for those running for Saanich Mayor and seats on Council.

Date:  Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time:  6pm meet and greet, 6:30pm event start
Venue:  Reynolds High School Theatre (3963 Borden Street)

Space is limited, so please come a bit early to ensure you get a spot.

Find map for the Reynolds High School Theatre here

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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September 30th is Orange Shirt Day.  It’s also also the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Truth and Reconciliation Day is a time to honour the strength, dignity and advocacy of direct survivors and intergenerational survivors, of the Indian Residential School system.

Show your support and wear orange and shirt!

 
Read more about the significance of the orange shirt to our First Nations at https://orangeshirtday.org/
 

Candidates in our Upcoming Saanich Election

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Local elections are set for Saturday, October 17, 2026.

You can see a preview of who will be on the ballot on the District of Saanich‘s website at https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/local-government/2026-election/candidates.html

The nomination period closes on September 11, 2026 at 4pm.  Saanich staff are updating the nomination site daily.  You can click on people’s names and see a copy of their nomination documents.

Once the nomination period closes – Saanich will publish the official list that will appear on ballots for Mayor, Councillors and School Trustees.


Re-Zoning Application – Cannabis Store

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Bud’s Cannabis has submitted a re-zoning application to the District of Saanich to open a cannabis store at 3516 Quadra Street.
 
They will be holding a community information session to provide information about the proposal, answer questions, and hear any comments or concerns from residents and community representatives before the application proceeds to Council.
 
Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Time: 10am to 2pm
Location: 3516 Quadra Street (site of the proposed store)
 
Bud’s Cannabis has an online community survey – available until September 14, 2026 – for anyone who is unable to attend in person or would prefer to provide written feedback.
 
Find the survey here

Amalgamation Ballot Question Information

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When voters go to the polls in October, there will be an additional item on the ballot. This is a non-binding public opinion ballot question.

 
Q: Do you support Saanich and Victoria becoming one municipality?
 
You will be asked to vote Yes or No.
 
For the background on this ballot question – find out more information at https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/local-government/2026-election/ballot-question-information.html

Shelbourne Street – Ribbon Cutting

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Join the District of Saanich to celebrate the completion of the Shelbourne Street Improvement Project.

 Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
Time: 2pm – 3:30pm
Where: Browning Park (Knight Road / McRae Avenue)
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The event will include:
🛣️ welcome remarks
🛣️ ribbon cutting
🛣️ project information
🛣️ a celebratory bike ride led by Capital Bike
 
 
Interested riders can register for the ride through Capital Bike at https://actionnetwork.org/events/shelbourne-celebration-ride

Local Elections in Saanich

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Election Day in Saanich is Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Now is the perfect time to check that you are registered to vote. Find out at https://saanich.voterservices.ca/voterlist/home/8008
 
Want to vote in advance? Find out dates, times and locations at https://saanich.voterservices.ca/votingplace/closest/8008
 
If you’re considering running for office, the nomination period begins at 9am on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 and ends at 4pm on Friday, September 11, 2026. Nomination packages are now available for District of Saanich candidates for the offices of Mayor and Councillor.  Find out more at https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/local-government/2026-election/run-for-office-in-saanich.html
 
Packages can be picked up at the Legislative Services Division, Saanich Municipal Hall (770 Vernon Avenue) during regular business hours. An electronic copy can also be provided upon request by emailing elections@saanich.ca
 
The official campaign period starts on September 19, 2026. This is the first day where candidates and their supporters are allowed to put up election signs within Saanich. Signs must not be put up before September 19th.  Please note that other municipalities have different dates where they allow signs to be displayed.
 
Find out more about local elections in Saanich at https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/local-government/2026-election.html

2026 Saanich Election Information – Candidates

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Election day is Saturday, October 17, 2026
 
Eligible voters will cast their ballots to elect:
 
❌ 1 Mayor
❌ 8 Councillors
❌ 2 School District 63 Trustees (depending on your location in Saanich)
❌ 2 School District 61 Trustees (depending on your location in Saanich)
 
Candidates
The candidate nomination period begins at 9am on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 and ends at 4pm on Friday, September 11, 2026.
 
Nomination packages are now available for those running for office in Saanich.
 
Packages can be picked up at the Legislative Services Division at the Municipal Hall (770 Vernon Avenue) during regular business hours.
 
An electronic copy can also be requested by emailing:  elections@saanich.ca
 

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