With the goal of encouraging strategic investments and economic growth in priority sectors, the Economic Development Office works to build a dynamic, resilient, and supportive local business climate, as well as providing economic development expertise and business intelligence to internal staff and external stakeholders.

This work informs policy development, investment, and business decisions and is complemented by a range of programs and partnerships that support local sectors of our economy.

Economic Development Strategy

The District’s new Economic Development Strategy [PDF - 7 MB] establishes a vision for the local economy and a path forward to sustain and grow a diverse and prosperous economy. It strives to leverage Saanich’s strategic location and physical assets, vibrant business community, existing economic base, strong institutional capacity and talented workforce to achieve sustainable prosperity.