Transportation Projects
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Pear Street Road Improvements
Start date: 2024
Budget: TBD
August 2023 update:
Thank you to everyone who participated during the online discussion and open house for the planned improvements on Pear Street. Please click here [PDF - 465 KB] for the consultation and feedback received. The District is pleased to announce that we have finalized the plans for Pear Street and will be proceeding with detail design. Construction will be completed as part of the Shelbourne Street Improvement Phase 3.
July 2023 update:
We want to thank each and everyone for coming to the Open House on July 12, 2023. In case you missed it, you may review the open house concept and material by clicking the links below.
View the open house display boards [PDF - 2 MB].
View the proposed concept [PDF - 5 MB].
There is still time to submit feedback, if you would like to share your thoughts on the information and concept provided, please click to view the feedback form [PDF - 1 MB]. We will be accepting feedback until July 31, 2023. After we have received all the feedback we will review and summarize what we heard to the website…more to come.
Project Description: As part of the Shelbourne Street Improvement Project Phase 3, the District’s Active Transportation Plan, and the Safe Routes to School program, the District will be undertaking an Active transportation upgrade on Pear Street between Shelbourne and Cedar Hill Road. By upgrading active transportation facilities on Pear we aim to provide safe access for pedestrians and cyclists to nearby schools, UVIC, the adjacent shopping centres and Shelbourne Street.
As part of an initial public engagement, an online session was held for residents in April 2023. See power point presentation [PDF - 4 MB] for this online session. As a result, staff created a conceptual plan to showcase at a public open house which was held July 12, 2023, at 3787 Cear Hill Road (Lutheran Church of the Cross). Members of the project team were onsite to hear feedback and answer questions regarding the presented concept.
The feedback generated from the open house will be summarized and posted to the website along with the concept.
Project Status: Concept Stage
Project Manager: Brian Olsen
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Taylor Street Sidewalk
Start Date: September, 2023
Budget: $500,000
Project Description: As part of the implementation of the Active Transportation Plan, Saanich is installing sidewalks along Taylor Street between Richmond Road and Foul Bay Road. Sidewalks will provide connectivity to transit along Richmond Road and Foul Bay Road, as well as community amenities and schools on Richmond Road. We will also be installing a crosswalk on Richmond Road to further improve connectivity for residents walking to adjacent neighborhoods.
Construction Impacts: Given the type of work involved and the current conditions of the road, Taylor Street, extending from Richmond Road to Foul Bay Road, will be closed to through traffic. The closure will not affect local access. All residential driveways on Taylor Street will remain accessible during the closure. Pedestrian and bicycle access will be maintained throughout the closure. Construction is anticipated to take approximately three months.
Schematic plan [PDF - 551 KB] of the work to be completed.
Construction notification [PDF - 300 KB]
Project Status: In Construction
Project Manager: Ashley Locke
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Seaton Regina Sidewalk Project
Start Date:
Phase 1: Summer 2023
Phase 2: TBD
Phase 3: TBD
End Date:
Phase 1: Fall 2023
Phase 2: TBD
Phase 3: TBD
Last Updated: July 2023
Budget:
Phase 1: $800,000
Phase 2: TBD
Phase 3: TBD
Project Description: The District of Saanich will be upgrading the roadway and sidewalks on Seaton St and Regina Ave to current Saanich standards. Where possible, the sidewalks will be separated, featuring concrete curbs and gutters. The project will be divided into three phases:
Phase 1. Seaton St from Burnside Rd West to Hampton Rd
Phase 2. Seaton St from Hampton Rd to Regina Ave
Phase 3. Regina Ave from Seaton St to Tillicum Rd
Project Goals: The objective of this project is to provide improvements to the pedestrian facilities and roadway on Seaton St and Regina Ave in accordance with the current Saanich standards and the Active Transportation Plan. Both streets have been identified in Saanich’s Active Transportation Plan as requiring short-term pedestrian improvements. Additionally, Seaton St is part of the long-term bike route network and connects to the cycling pathway beneath the Trans Cana-da Highway leading to the Galloping Goose Trail.
Creating safe, walkable, and connected communities is one of the top priorities of the Official Community Plan. This project will enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists travelling to Hampton Park and Tillicum Elementary School.
View the Concept Drawing [PDF - 890 KB] for Phase 1
View the Project Notification [PDF - 444 KB] for Phase 1
View the Construction Notification [PDF - 571 KB] for Phase 1
Construction Impacts: Given the type of work involved and the current conditions of the road, Seaton Street, extending from Burnside Rd West to Hampton Rd, will be closed to through traffic. The closure will not affect local access. All residential driveways on Seaton St will remain accessible via Hampton St during the closure. Construction is anticipated to take approximately three months. Pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the closure.
Project Status:
Phase 1: In construction
Phase 2: Preliminary Design
Phase 3: Preliminary Design
Project Manager: Graeme Galloway
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Carey Road and Commerce Circle Improvement Project
Start Date: Summer 2024
End Date: End of 2024
Project Description: The District of Saanich is undertaking an active transportation improvement project on Carey Road between Judah Street and Gerda Road. In addition, a multiuse pathway on Commerce Circle will connect Vanalman Avenue and Bremerton Street.
The pedestrian, transit and cycling improvements are identified as part of the District’s Active Transportation Plan and Safe Routes to School Plans for Northridge Elementary School and Glanford Middle School.
The planned works include the installation of concrete sidewalks, curb and gutter, active transportation crossing improvement at Carey and Roy, bus stop upgrades, and traffic calming infrastructure.
A multi-use path will be installed located on the west side of Commerce Circle to connect Vanalman and Bremerton Street.
View Carey Road concept plan [PDF - 8 MB]
View Commerce Circle concept plan [PDF - 5 MB]
Project Status: Detailed Design
Project Manager: Julie Rivet
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Richmond Road Improvement Project: Newton St. to Adanac St.
Start Date: Late 2023
End Date: Early 2024
Project Description:
The District of Saanich (the “District”) has procured a consultant to design an infrastructure upgrade project in the short term as identified in the Active transportation plan to construct a concrete sidewalk w/ concrete non-mountable curb on the east side of Richmond Road between Newton St and Adanac St. This project includes updating the Bowker Creek trail connection, street crossings, bus stops and wayfinding all in coordination with the City of Victoria. Cycling and pedestrian upgrades that have been identified as medium- and long-term priorities on the side streets for this section of Richmond Rd will affect the Richmond Rd sidewalk curb returns.
Considerations will be given to a meandering road alignment to avoid obstructions such as trees and rock outcrops. At the same time, we recognize that some impact is inevitable, so we will be looking into possible compromises during the detailed design phase of this project which may include impacts to private property. At this stage in the design process the project arborist has not identified any mature trees that are to be impacted due to the project. The mature trees fronting Richmond and Kings are to be retained and protected.
Project Status: Detailed Design
Project Manager: Lexi Ramsay
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Mortimer Street Sidewalk (1534 Mortimer St. to Cedar Hill Rd.)
Start Date: TBD
End Date : TBD
Project update as of April 19, 2023:
Construction of this project has been delayed by 24 to 36 months to align with proposed development work in the area. The District will update as the details of the future construction become available.
Project Description
As part of the Safe Routes to School program, Mortimer Street was identified as needing pedestrian infrastructure to connect the existing sidewalk to Cedar Hill Road, for students attending Cedar Hill Middle School. The project is also recognized and supported within the District’s Active Transportation plan as part of the All Ages and Abilities spine network. This project will see installation of a 2.0m concrete sidewalk along the north side of Mortimer and installation of cycling facilities that cater to all ages and abilities. Work will also include corner ramps at the intersection of Cedar Hill Road and Mortimer Street for connection to future sidewalk installations.
Project Goals
This project aims to provide a continuous sidewalk for students attending Cedar Hill Middle School as part of the Safe Routes to School program, and cyclist facilities for those cycling from Cedar Hill Road to Shelbourne Street. By providing these facilities, it will encourage the community to try more modes of active transportation.
For more information, please see the concept drawing [PDF - 1 MB].
Project Status: Detailed Design
Project Manager: Mitchell McTaggart
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Grange Road Upgrade
Start date: Winter 2023
End date: Winter 2024/2025
Update as of April 12, 2023:
We want to thank each and every one for coming to the Open House on February 23rd and submitting their feedback regarding future improvements on Grange Rd. Your opinions are valued and are helping us in developing an ultimate concept, which satisfies majority of residents of this area. From 123 forms received, a total of 88% of responders have indicated that they agree improvements are needed on Grange, and over 60% have indicated they prefer a concrete sidewalk.
Majority of responders agreed that an installation of a 2.15m wide concrete sidewalk will improve walkability and safety of pedestrians using Grange road daily. Many people were strongly opposed to an installation of a diverter on Grange and Tulip and one of the reasons was an existing slippery hill on Zinnia close to Chesterfield Rd. Based on this reason and overall negative feedback of the residents we decided to abandon the idea of installation of a diverter at Tulip and Grange.
We see a strong support for traffic calming measures, such as raised speed tables/crosswalks and lowering speed limit to 30 km/hr. Implementation of these traffic calming measures will allow to create a safer shared road for cyclists and vehicular traffic. The amount and location of the speed tables and crosswalks are under review.
Please see a summary of received feedback here [PDF - 246 KB].
Over the next few months, we will work to develop the final ultimate concept based on the feedback we have heard. We anticipate the final concept to be posted to the website in summer 2023. Please check back for details.
Update as of February 23, 2023:
During the Open House event we have presented the public with two proposed concepts for Grange Road. These preliminary concepts were designed based on previous consultation with the residents of the area and reflect their expectations towards the road’s improvements. Both concepts include the installation of traffic calming measures along with speed reductions and improved pedestrian/cycling facilities that provide a comfortable space for all modes of transportation. Please review the proposed concepts and information boards explaining differences and similarities between the two options. Your feedback is valuable and will assist us on the development of the final conceptual design for this road. A summary of the public consultation will be posted on the website upon completion. Thank you for your participation.
Concept drawing - sidewalk option [PDF - 31 MB]
Concept drawing - multi-use option [PDF - 33 MB]
Information boards from open house [PDF - 920 KB]
Project Description:
The District of Saanich is moving forward with active transportation improvements along Grange Road from Burnside West Road and to Interurban Road. Grange Road is classified as a collector road but has a feel and a look of a residential road with 2200 average vehicles per day. This road is connecting Burnside Road and Interurban Road and frequently used by students attending Marigold Elementary School, Spectrum Community School, and St Joseph’s Elementary School. There is a well-used connection to a Galloping Goose Trail from south end of Grange Road, which connects Carey Road Community with other communities through regional trail system.
The existing pedestrian facilities along Grange Road presents an outdated and narrow asphalt sidewalk, not wide enough to accommodate a couple of people comfortably walking side by side. There have been a number of complaints about speeding vehicles along Grange, which creates even more challenges for pedestrians while using this road. The existing sidewalk is well used by public, as it connects to different levels of schools at the south end of the road as well as to Galloping Goose regional trail. The need for improvements to pedestrian facility is outlined in Local Safe Routes to School program and Active Transportation Plan.
As part of an initial public engagement an online session has been held with residents of the area in December 2022. See power point presentation for this on-line session here [PDF - 7 MB].
As a result of this session, we have created two concept drawings for Grange Road which we will be happy to share with the public during an Open House event on February 23rd at 957 Burnside West Road (Spectrum Community School) between 4 PM and 8 PM. The Open House even will be held in the school’s cafeteria. Saanich staff will be onsite to hear feedback and answer questions regarding the presented options for the active transportation improvements from Interurban to Burnside West Rd.
The feedback generated from the Open house will be summarized and posted to the website along with an updated concept.
Project Status: Concept Stage
Project Manager: Graeme Galloway
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Cordova Bay Road Improvement Project: Rambler Road to Walema Avenue
Start Date: Summer 2024
End Date: Fall 2023
Budget: $2.0 million
Project Description: The District of Saanich is undertaking an active transportation improvement project on Cordova Bay Road between Rambler Road and Walema Road. These pedestrian and cycling infrastructure improvements are identified in the District of Saanich Active Transportation Plan and Safe Routes to School plan for Cordova Bay Elementary.
The planned work includes the installation of a concrete sidewalk, concrete curb and bike lane on the west side of Cordova Bay Road and the installation of a concrete curb and bike lane on the east side of the road. Work will also include installation of sidewalk on the south side of Fenn Road / Parker Avenue from 5229 Cordova Bay Road to 5251 Parker Avenue. New raised crosswalks will be installed across Cordova Bay Road at Fenn Road and Rambler Road and the existing crosswalk at Walema Road will be improved. Rambler Road at Cordova Bay Road will be realigned and the crossing at Rambler Road will be shortened with new corner ramps.
We anticipate that the removal of approximately 10 trees will be required to complete this work. Any tree removed will be replaced with three new trees within the area, with the priority for replacement trees to be planted within the project area. The District has retained a project arborist to prioritize tree protection and retention during the projects design and construction, in alignment with the District’s Tree Protection Bylaw.
Cordova Bay Concept Plan [PDF - 8 MB]
Project Status: Detailed Design
Project Manager: Lexi Ramsay
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Sinclair Road Upgrades
Start Date: Winter 2023/2024
End Date: Summer/Fall 2024
Last Updated: June 2023
Update as of January 2023:
During detailed design phase of this project, we have had a number of unforeseen challenges and changes which delayed the submission of a fully developed detailed design drawings by our consultants. We are expecting detailed design drawings in the next couple of months and upon its approval we will move into Tendering process. Prior to Tender all local residents and businesses of the area will receive an updated project notification letter with detailed information about future construction.
Thank you for your patience.
Update as of January 2022: Based on received comments from public engagement and additional investigations completed recently, the decision has been made to propose installation of a mini-roundabout at the intersection of Sinclair Rd and Cadboro Bay Rd.
Completed traffic modeling indicates that a mini-roundabout will operate significantly better than an all-way stop intersection presently and into the future, reducing delays to transit, goods, and general public. In addition it will encourage slower speeds through the village.
Please refer to PowerPoint [PDF - 337 KB] presentation for more explanation on mini-roundabout design considerations.
Please refer to conceptual drawing [PDF - 5 MB] for full Sinclair Road concept.
Project Description: The District of Saanich is undertaking complete road upgrades as well as water, sewer and storm drain replacements on Sinclair Road from Finnerty Road to Cadboro Bay Road. As part of this project, Cadboro Bay Road between Killarney Rd to Penrhyn St will receive active transportation improvements on both sides of the road.
Subsurface pipe replacements will include 1000 meters of watermain and 350 meters of sanitary sewer and storm drain. The pipes in this area are nearing the end or their useful life and require replacement.
Sinclair Road is a Major road that services approximately 6500 vehicles per day including delivery trucks and public transit. It is a community gateway and a landmark entrance to Cadboro Bay Village as well as connection to Cadboro-Gyro Park Beach and the water. The road is narrow, has challenging topography with old growth trees on both sides of the road, as well as steep driveways to private properties and on-street parking.
As per Active Transportation Plan (ATP), adopted in 2018, this corridor should see an installation of an All Ages and Abilities (AAA) cycling infrastructure, which means an installation of protected cycling facilities on both sides of the road.
Based on key polices, developed for Draft Local Area Plan (LAP), new design should:
- Include new pedestrian crossing at Hobbs St, Haro Rd and Clarndon Rd.
- Provide sidewalks on both sides of Sinclair Rd
- Improve transit stop amenities and accessibility to encourage transit use
- Maintain and enhance the green character of Sinclair Rd by preservation of mature trees and planting new trees where possible
- Emphasize gateway features and incorporate wayfinding, public art and features celebrating local culture and history, where possible
- Recognize and enhance the role of Sinclair Rd as a community gateway with its connection to the water
- Provide on-street parking where possible
Project Goals:
- Upgrade and improve underground infrastructure, including the installation of a new watermain, sanitary sewer and storm drain pipes.
- Install new pedestrian and cycling facilities to promote safe walking and bike riding
- Install new crosswalks as per Draft LAP
- Install new boulevards and plant trees where possible
- Improve bus stops
- Include new left access into UVIC
- Install new street luminaire
- Install parallel on-street parking where possible
Project Status: Detailed Design
Project Managers: Lexi Ramsay - above ground design; Peter Kelly - underground design
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Albina-Maddock-Orillia Road Improvements
Start Date: 2023
End Date: 2024
Last Updated: March 2023
Budget: $2,000,000
Project Description: In collaboration with the Saanich Sustainability and Parks Departments, Saanich Engineering will be installing improvements to the blocks of Albina Street, Maddock Avenue, and Orillia Street that surround the Tillicum Elementary School. The project aims to integrate transportation and climate mitigation strategies. Infrastructure being considered include pedestrian and cycling facilities as per the District’s Active Transportation Plan (2018), shade trees as per the District’s Urban Forest Strategy (2010 and currently being updated), and green infrastructure to support biodiversity and climate adaptation as per the District’s Climate Plan (2020) and Resilient Saanich: Environmental Policy Framework (currently under development). Safety concerns identified by the Safe Routes to School Program will be addressed as part of the project.
Project Goals:
- Create a safe street for children.
- Promote active transportation.
- Capture and treat stormwater run-off from hardscape.
- Increase ecosystems services and support climate mitigation.
- Implement equity-based measures and community amenities.
Project Status: We are currently working with an engineering design consultant and landscape architect to determine the final scope of the project
Project Manager: Ashley Locke
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Interurban and Markham Signalized Intersection
Start Date: Fall 2022
End Date: Winter 2023
Last Updated: July 2023
Budget: $150,000
Project Description: The District of Saanich is undertaking an intersection upgrade project at Interurban Road and Markham Street. The project includes the installation of a fully signalized traffic signal at the intersection, sidewalk and accessibility improvements at the intersection, and bus access improvements.
Project Goals: The intersection of Interurban Road and Markham Street is a key access point to Camosun College and the Vancouver Island Technology Park. Adding a fully signalized traffic signal and other roadside improvements will enhance the accessibility for transit and vehicle traffic off Interurban Road, and help shift vehicle traffic off the internal College parking lot roads onto Markham.
View the construction notification [PDF - 338 KB]
View the project drawings [PDF - 402 KB]
Project Status: Construction is now complete. Starting on May 4th, the newly installed traffic signal will be turned on and set to a temporary flashing configuration. During this phase, the lights will flash yellow on Interurban and red on Markham. During the temporary flashing configuration, drivers on Interurban should treat the flashing yellow light as a caution signal, meaning they should slow down and proceed with care, while drivers on Markham must come to a complete stop at the flashing red light and proceed only when it's safe and clear to do so. This interim phase helps familiarize road users with the new traffic light before full signalization takes effect.
Please be advised that the traffic signal will be fully operational and controlling traffic from May 9th onwards. We kindly ask all drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution and adhere to the new traffic signal rules while passing through the intersection.
Project Manager: Graeme Galloway
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Shelbourne Street Improvements Project (SSIP)
We've created a dedicated web page for this comprehensive project - please click here.
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West Saanich Road and Prospect Lake Road / Sparton Road Intersection
Start Date: February 2022
End Date: Fall/Winter 2022
Last Updated: March 2023
Project Description: Saanich is working with a design consultant to complete the conceptual design of a full intersection upgrade at West Saanich Rd and Prospect Lake Rd / Sparton Rd. This will include improvements to traffic flow with safe access in all directions by pedestrians, cyclists and motorists to the Prospect Lake Elementary School, nearby businesses and the Interurban trail.
Project Goals:
- Improve traffic movements at the intersection
- Provide safe facilities that promote safe streets and more people walking and riding bikes
- Extend pedestrian pathway/walkway from Whitehead Park at Goward Rd to the Community Hall to close any gaps
- Upgrade Watermain Design from the intersection to the Prospect Lake school
Concepts and the technical memorandum:
- Technical memo [PDF - 15 MB]
- Technical memo appendixes [PDF - 19 MB]
- Sidewalk from Goward Road to Lohr Road [PDF - 4 MB]
- Sidewalk from Lohr Road to West Saanich Road [PDF - 4 MB]
- Signalized intersection and Sparton Road [PDF - 5 MB]
Project Status: Complete
Project Manager: Darcy MacKay
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Water Resources Projects
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Cedar Hill Cross Road Watermain Upgrade
Start Date: Spring 2024
Completion Date: Spring 2024
Last Updated: September 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be upgrading our watermain on Cedar Hill Cross Road between Borden Street and Mckenzie Avenue. The water main is in poor shape and has had some leakage issues. We originally hoped to complete this project in the fall of 2023 but have had to delay it until spring 2024, to complete higher prioritized water projects.
Project Status: Preparing for Construction
Project Manager: Peter Kelly
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Tattersall Drive: Storm, Sewer, & Water Upgrades
Start Date: Early Summer 2023
Completion Date: Fall 2023
Last Updated: April 2023
Project Description:
Saanich will be undertaking upgrades on Tattersall Drive from Quadra Street to Salsbury Way. The scope of the work includes the replacement of existing storm drain, sanitary sewer, and water main infrastructure. Saanich will also be replacing a small section of the storm drain on Kathleen Street. The existing underground infrastructure including storm drain, sanitary sewer, and water main infrastructure have reached their end of life and are required to be upgraded. New main pipes will be installed in the roadway and new service connections will be provided to each property.
View the project notification [PDF - 595 KB]
Project Status: Preparing for construction
Project Manager: Ashish Kayastha
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Tyndall Watermain Upgrade
Start Date: Winter 2024
Completion Date: Spring 2024
Last Updated: August 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Tyndall Avenue between Hillcrest Avenue and Ash Road beginning in Winter 2024. We will be replacing the existing watermain and services to property lines. The existing watermain has been determined to require replacement due to its condition.
Project Status: Preparing for construction
Project Manager: Jordan Kumar
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Knight Watermain Upgrade
Start Date: Fall 2023
Completion Date: Winter 2023
Last Updated: August 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Knight Avenue between Shelbourne Street and Richmond Road beginning in Fall 2023. We will be replacing the existing watermain and services to property lines. The existing watermain has been determined to require replacement due to its condition.
Project Status: Preparing for construction
Project Manager: Jordan Kumar
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Torquay Watermain Upgrade
Start Date: June 2022
Completion Date: December 2022
Last Updated: August 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Torquay Drive between Ash Road and Longacre Drive. We will be replacing the existing watermain and services to property lines. The existing watermain has been determined to require replacement due to its condition. Torquay Drive between Longacre Drive and Brymea Lane will be closed to all but local traffic for the duration of the project.
View the project notification [PDF - 483 KB]
Project Status: Complete
Project Manager: Jordan Kumar
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Carman Watermain and Sewer Upgrade
Start Date: May 2023
Completion Date: Summer 2023
Last Updated: August 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Carman Street between Lansdowne Road and McRae Avenue. We will be replacing the existing watermian and sanitary sewer and services to property lines. The existing watermain and sanitary sewer have been determined to require replacement due to its condition.
View the project notification [PDF - 366 KB]
Project Status: Construction ongoing
Project Manager: Jordan Kumar
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Interurban Watermain Upgrade
Start Date: Winter 2023
Completion Date: Spring 2023
Last Updated: August 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Interurban Road between Marigold Road and 3940 Interurban Road beginning in Winter 2023. We will be replacing the existing watermain and services to property lines. The existing watermain has been determined to require replacement due to its condition.
View the project notification [PDF - 464 KB]
Project Status: Complete with some minor deficiencies to be completed in fall 2023.
Project Manager: Jordan Kumar
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Tulip Watermain Upgrade
Start Date: April 2023
Completion Date: Summer 2023
Last Updated: August 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Tulip Avenue between Grange Road and Marigold Road. We will be replacing the existing watermian and services to property lines. The existing watermain has been determined to require replacement due to its condition.
View the project notification [PDF - 423 KB]
Project Status: Construction ongoing
Project Manager: Jordan Kumar
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Adelaide Avenue Storm Drain and Watermain Upgrades
Start Date: Fall 2023
Last Updated: September 29, 2022
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a storm drain main upgrade project on Adelaide Avenue from Gorge Road West to 2846 Adelaide Avenue. A small section of watermain will also be replaced within the laneway from Adelaide Avenue to Wyndeatt Avenue. The existing storm drain and watermain has been determined to require replacement due to condition and recent failures in the area. While the storm drain will be replaced in 2023, the watermain will be completed within the upcoming months with a two week duration. The laneway between Adelaide Avenue and Wyndeatt Avenue will be closed throughout the works.
Please see project notification [PDF - 477 KB] for more information.
Project Status: Preparing for construction
Project Manager: Joel Upsdell
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Austin Storm Drain and Sewer Upgrade
Start Date: Spring 2023
Completion Date: Summer 2023
Last Updated: September 2023
Project Description: Saanich has completed all the sanitary sewer and storm drain works on this project. Some minor defieciency works will be completed in late September.
Project Status: Post Construction
Project Manager: Peter Kelly
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Colquitz Storm Drain and Sewer Upgrade
Start Date: Fall 2023
Completion Date: Spring 2024
Last Updated: September 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Colquitz Avenue between Gorge Road West and Cowper Street starting in late fall 2023. We will be replacing the existing storm drain and sanitary sewer pipes and replacing both drain and sanitary sewer services to property lines. The existing storm drain and sanitary sewer are in poor shape and require replacement.
Project Status: Preparing for Construction
Project Manager: Peter Kelly
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Rutledge Park Drain and Sewer Upgrade
Start Date: Fall 2023
Completion Date: Winter 2023
Last Updated: September 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project through Rutledge Park between Cloverdale Avenue and Rutledge Street beginning in summer 2023. We will be replacing the existing storm drain and sanitary sewer pipes. The existing storm drain and sanitary sewer are in poor shape and require replacement. Public access to the park will remain throughout construction. Saanich Parks Department will also be completing Improvements in Rutledge Park this fall and they should be ready for use in Spring 2024.
Project Status: Preparing for Construction
Project Manager: Peter Kelly
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Wascana Storm Drain and Sewer Upgrades
Start Date: Early Spring 2023
Completion Date: Late Spring 2023
Last Updated: March 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking a utility upgrade project on Wascana Street between Burnside Road West and Hampton Road starting in early spring 2023. We will be replacing the existing storm drain main as well as storm drain and sanitary sewer services to property lines. The existing storm drain and services are in poor shape and require replacement.
Project Status: Preparing for Construction
Project Manager: Nathan Robertson
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Quadra Street Water Main Replacement
Start Date: January 2023
Finish Date: May 2023
Last Updated: February 2023
Project Description: Saanich will be undertaking water main replacement project on Quadra Street between Cook Street and Holmes Street in 2023. We will be replacing the existing water main and services to property lines. This will include new meter vaults for multifamily / commercial buildings in the area. The existing water main has been determined to require replacement due to its condition and capacity issues.
Please refer to the project map [PDF - 701 KB] for more information.
Project Status: Delayed
Project Manager: Rob McFarland
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Londonderry Watermain Upgrade
Start Date: June 2022
Completion Date: Spring 2023
Last Updated: January 2023
Project Description: Saanich is currently undertaking a utility upgrade project on Londonderry Road from Borden St to Cedar Hill Cross Road. The scope of the underground work is replacement of water mains and services. Surface work will include full-width asphalt overlay.The existing watermain has been determined to require replacement due to its condition. All underground works have been completed with final restoration to occur in early Spring 2023.
Project notification: Londonderry notification [PDF - 619 KB]
Project Status: Under Construction
Project Manager: Joel Upsdell
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Crease Drain Upgrades
Start Date: June 2022
Completion Date: Winter 2023
Last Updated: November 2022
Project Description: Saanich is currently undertaking a utility upgrade project on Crease Avenue and Seaton Street. The scope of the underground work is replacement of storm mains and services. Surface work will include trench-width asphalt overlay and restorations. The existing drains have been determined to require replacement due to their condition.
Project notification: Crease notification [PDF - 771 KB].
Construction update: Crease project update Nov 2022 [PDF - 769 KB]
Project Status: Under Construction
Project Manager: Joel Upsdell
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Gorge Road Storm Drainage and Transportation Upgrades
Click on this link to go to the Gorge project page
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Vanalman Avenue Sewer, Drain, Water and Road Upgrades
Start Date: Spring 2022
End Date: Spring 2023
Last Updated: January 2023
The District of Saanich is undertaking sewer, drain, water and road improvements along Vanalman Avenue from Mann Avenue to Commerce Circle. The project entails replacement of approximately 1110m of water main, 880m of sanitary main and 990m of storm drain along Vanalman Avenue.
The surface work will include among other things, complete repaving of this road section with raised crosswalks at Northridge Cres, Parkridge St. (at Copley Park) and a raised intersection at Ridgebank Cres.
There will be disruptions on the regular BC Transit route and busses will be routed through Glanford and Mann Ave starting May 24, 2022.
Vanalman Road Upgrades Overview Plan [PDF - 5 MB]
Project Updates:
Dated February 2023 [PDF - 892 KB]
Dated November 2020 [PDF - 145 KB]
Dated January 2022 [PDF - 913 KB]
Dated April 2022 [PDF - 914 KB]
Project Status: Under Construction
Project Manager: Nathan Robertson
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Inlet Avenue Multi-Utility Upgrade
Last Updated: September 2022
Project Description: Saanich has completed a utility upgrade project on Inlet Avenue from Gorge Road West to Admirals Road. The scope of the underground work included replacement of water, sanitary, and storm mains and services. Surface work included full-width asphalt overlay. Project has been completed as of May 2022. Minor deficiencies will be addressed next spring 2023.
Project Status: Completed with minor deficiencies to be completed in Spring 2023
Project Manager: Madhu Mittal
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