Vision, Mission & Values

Vision

The policies Saanich Council adopts in the Official Community Plan (OCP) express our community's fundamental values and goals. It also established directions to achieve a collective Vision.

The Saanich Vision tells us where we want to go, but not how to get there. That's where our OCP and Strategic Plan come in.

These both allow us to focus our energy on what is most important. By having a plan, we have cleared a path to get from where we are today to where we want to be.

Mission

Our Latin motto "Populo Serviendo" means, "Serving the People". We aim to enhance the quality of life for citizens, visitors and future generations in the municipality and the region. We strive to live in harmony with each other and the environment and further Saanich citizens' economic, physical and social well-being.

Values

Saanich Council members and staff decisions and actions are guided by the following values:

Accountability We are accountable for our actions and take seriously the trust placed in us by the public we serve.

Collaboration We are committed to working together, leveraging our skills and resources to build a better and more resilient Saanich for all.

Diversity We celebrate the beauty of our differences but also our interconnectedness, working to recognize and dismantle systemic and institutionalized discrimination.

Equity We are deeply committed to fairness and justice in process and results as we break down barriers in our approach to policy development and work to provide equitable access to programs and services.

Inclusion We prioritize well-being for everyone regardless of religion, country of origin, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ability, or economic status, ensuring everyone feels like they belong and can participate in our community.

Innovation We pursue modern and efficient ways to better serve Saanich citizens and make it easier for them to do business with us.

Integrity We apply strong ethics and balanced principles to all that we do, acting with honesty and fairness and taking responsibility for our decisions.

Reconciliation We reflect on past wrongs, work to educate ourselves and seek opportunities to consult with and work collaboratively with Indigenous peoples.

Respect We hold each other and those we serve in high regard.

Responsiveness We are flexible and nimble as we work to address the evolving needs of our community.

Stewardship We are stewards of the environment and community assets, using the principles of sustainable development to ensure our ecological, social, and economic future is not compromised.

Transparency We are open about our decision-making, approachable to the people we serve and proactively share information with them