2023 News

• A holiday message from Saanich Mayor and Council December 15, 2023
• Holiday Statement from Dean Murdock, Mayor Of Saanich December 14, 2023
• Mayor Murdock announces Holiday Card contest winner December 11, 2023
• Mayor Dean Murdock's Annual Address December 7, 2023
• Saanich announces new fire chief December 6, 2023
• Shovels in the ground at the site of Saanich’s Fire Station #2 redevelopment November 23, 2023
• Upcoming Quadra-McKenzie Study community workshops November 16, 2023
• Saanich is up to the task of building more homes quickly November 9, 2023
• Saanich’s 2023 Remembrance Day ceremony November 9, 2023
• Mayor Murdock launches Holiday Card design contest November 7, 2023
• Animals Bylaw passes final reading November 7, 2023
• Team appointed to lead Victoria-Saanich Citizens’ Assembly on Municipal Amalgamation November 3, 2023
• Saanich announces 2023 Community Stars recipients October 23, 2023
• Saanich ShakesOut! Get ready to drop, cover and hold on October 11, 2023
• Online applications for Road Allowance and Road Occupancy now available October 11, 2023
• Saanich 2024 Advisory Committee Applications are now open October 3, 2023
• Saanich fire chief bids farewell October 3, 2023
• Saanich supports ambitious housing targets, seeks collaboration September 26, 2023
• Saanich Council adopts new Strategic Plan September 26, 2023
• Register now for upcoming Accessibility Plan focus groups September 21, 2023
• Fire insurance premium savings now possible for many Saanich buildings September 18, 2023
• Pear Street Upgrades engagement summary September 15, 2023
• Come join Saanich Fire and Police Departments for some food, fun, and more! September 8, 2023
• Saanich Re-Opens Heat Pump Financing Program after Successful Pilot August 30, 2023
• Saanich breaks ground on Rutledge Park improvements August 10, 2023
• Saanich development applications and permits can now be paid for using online banking August 8, 2023
• Saanich Engineering launches accessibility assessment to implement building upgrades August 8, 2023
• A spectacular celebration of community, culture and coastal beauty at Cadboro Bay Festival July 27, 2023
• Saanich adds new property at 3067 Austin Avenue July 13, 2023
• Saanich Council adopts new Asset Management Strategy July 11, 2023
• Strategic Plan information session July 19 July 10, 2023
• Quadra McKenzie Study Engagement Opportunities July 6, 2023
• Celebrate the sweetest season at the Saanich Strawberry Festival July 4, 2023
• Shelbourne Street closure extended to July 21 June 30, 2023
• People, Pets and Parks Strategy approved June 29, 2023
• 2022 Annual Report endorsed by Council June 28, 2023
• People, Pets and Parks Strategy: clarifying misinformation June 15, 2023
• Tenant Assistance Policy comes into effect today June 12, 2023
• One Planet Student Challenge winners celebrated June 9, 2023
• Official Community Plan online workshops June 9, 2023
• 2022 Annual Report available for review June 6, 2023
• Saanich volunteers celebrate 13th Intergenerational Day Canada June 1, 2023
• Upcoming closure of Shelbourne Street for significant improvements May 31, 2023
• Strategy recommends new approach to share Saanich parks May 30, 2023
• Multiple ways to pay your taxes May 29, 2023
• More e-bike incentives available to Saanich residents May 25, 2023
• May 21 to 27, 2023 is National Public Works Week! May 23, 2023
• Saanich taking steps to improve road safety, invites community feedback on two projects May 16, 2023
• Pop-up dog parks now open throughout Saanich May 11, 2023
• Final phase of public input begins to develop People, Pets and Parks Strategy May 10, 2023
• Saanich Council approves 2023 budget May 9, 2023
• Emergency Preparedness Week: be prepared, know your risks May 5, 2023
• Calling all food trucks; vendor applications open soon for food trucks in Cadboro-Gyro Park this summer April 21, 2023
• The Saanich Emergency Program recognizes the heart of response: their volunteers April 17, 2023
• Greater Victoria Students are once again invited to participate in the One Planet Living Student Challenge April 13, 2023
• UPDATE: Chlorine leak at Saanich Commonwealth Place repaired, no service impacts (7:00 p.m.) April 7, 2023
• Chlorine leak at Saanich Commonwealth Place, potential service impacts (6:30 p.m. update) April 7, 2023
• Tsunami Preparedness Week is April 9-15: get the information, get prepared April 6, 2023
• Celebrate our planet during the Earth Day Festival April 6, 2023
• Emergency Service Dispatchers and 9-1-1 Awareness Week April 5, 2023
• Provide your input toward Saanich’s Biodiversity Conservation Strategy and Urban Forest Strategy update April 4, 2023
• Saanich taking steps to make Cedar Hill Cross Road safer, invites public input March 30, 2023
• Saanich releases results of third annual Climate Plan Report Card March 22, 2023
• Be a leak detective! March 20, 2023
• Saanich flags at half-mast in honour of Edmonton police officers March 17, 2023
• Road closure: Cordova Bay Road in PKOLS (March 27 - April 6) March 14, 2023
• Upcoming service impacts at Saanich Commonwealth Place March 9, 2023
• Saanich receives input from citizens and businesses with survey results March 7, 2023
• The Victoria Native Friendship Centre and District of Saanich celebrate the Art of Reconciliation March 6, 2023
• Join us in shaping Saanich using our budget simulation tool March 2, 2023
• Winter is here, maximize your enjoyment by being prepared February 24, 2023
• Pulling Together premieres educational video while planning for another successful year February 22, 2023
• 2023-2027 Budget meetings coming soon! February 21, 2023
• Open house for active transportation improvements along Grange Road February 17, 2023
• Periodic closure of Cordova Bay Road on February 25 and 26, 2023 February 17, 2023
• Applications are now open for Council Advisory Committees February 15, 2023
• Saanich developing new five-year economic development strategy February 15, 2023
• Saanich named one of BC’s top employers February 14, 2023
• Celebrate Family Day at Saanich’s Family Arts Festival February 6, 2023
• Redeveloped stairs offer safer access to PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park) coastline February 2, 2023
• Looking for space to offer program and services? Saanich wants to hear from you! February 1, 2023
• Saanich Council appoints Brent Reems as CAO January 31, 2023
• Phase two of public input begins to develop People, Pets and Parks Strategy January 27, 2023
• Update #3: Gas leak in 3400 block of Quadra Street – evacuation order lifted January 25, 2023
• UPDATE - Gas leak in the 3400 block of Quadra Street - evacuation area January 25, 2023
• First electric pickups join Saanich’s fleet January 25, 2023
• Saanich leaf collection program continues January 19, 2023
• We’re hiring! Upcoming job fair highlights many different District departments January 12, 2023