Letter from Mayor Haynes re initiative to lower speed limits
Mayor Fred Haynes has asked that we share a letter from him to Saanich citizens re the “significant progress . . . made on developing the parameters for the pilot...
Saanich seeking your input re an E-mobility strategy
From Rebecca Newlove, Manager of Sustainability, Saanich The District of Saanich would like to get your input on the Draft E-Mobility Strategy, available here. The Draft Strategy aims to support...
University Heights redevelopment proposal to Council August 24
Wesbild’s redevelopment proposal for University Heights will go before Council on Monday, August 24. Wesbild’s final plans can be seen on their website here...
Garden Suites Study going to Council August 17
The report from Saanich’s Director of Planning on the Garden Suite Study – Bylaw Amendments and Additional Information Related to Garden Suite Regulations – Bed and Breakfasts and Occupancy...
Mural cleaning work party Monday, August 10 at 9am
Start your week off in a fun and productive way! Join us in cleaning the QCHCA mural on the northeast corner of Quadra at Tattersall. We will be there at...
Water wise suggestions from the CRD
In the dry summer months, water use in the region nearly doubles due to outdoor watering of lawns and gardens. As the most common residential landscape, lawns are the thirsty culprit...
Abstract Dev’t proposal for Quadra at Palmer
Abstract Development has submitted a rezoning and development permit application for 3839 Quadra Street on the southeast corner of Palmer. The rezoning requested is from RS-6 (single family...
Virtual Garden Tour, Real Joy and Inspiration
Victoria Hospice invites you to share a wonderful local garden tour, exploring some truly inspiring gardens and meeting their enthusiastic owners for some great insights and fun….all free!! You...
Black Lives Matter
The Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association stands in solidarity with the Black community, including our neighbours and community members. We see you. We hear you. We stand with you. Black...
Calling all Mason Bee enthusiasts
As many of us know, many pollinators are under threat from habitat loss, pesticide, and disease. Sometimes it can seem a daunting task to find ways to help these vital...
Public Hearing JUNE 20 re Housing Occupancy Limit of Unrelated Residents
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING for the purpose of a PUBLIC HEARING will be held in the SAANICH MUNICIPAL HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 770 Vernon Avenue, Victoria...
Public engagement in Council meetings and public hearings during Covid
Saanich’s Legislative Clerk has advised that, “in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and to ensure social distancing, the Municipal Hall is closed to the public. Therefore the proposed bylaws...
