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Saanich staff recognized for provincial leadership in asset management

Saanich, BC – The District of Saanich is pleased to announce that Jacqueline Weston, Asset Management Program Manager, has been provincially recognized by Asset Management BC (AMBC) with the Wally Wells Award.

The award recognizes one person in British Columbia each year for strong leadership, passion and excellence in asset management. Weston received the award at the AMBC conference earlier this week for her work to advance asset management in Saanich and share knowledge with others across the province.

Asset management is the long-term planning and care of public infrastructure and facilities, including roads, buildings, parks, pipes and other public assets that people use every day. It helps local governments make informed decisions, manage risks and provide reliable services.

“Jacqueline’s work helps ensure Saanich can responsibly plan for, maintain and renew the public assets our community depends on,” said Harley Machielse, Director of Engineering. “This award recognizes her leadership and the dedication she brings to building a stronger, more sustainable Saanich that can continue meeting the needs of residents today and for years to come.”

Pictured above: Wally Wells and Jacqueline Weston

This provincial recognition builds on Saanich’s continued leadership in asset management. In 2025, the District of Saanich received the Presidents Committee Choice Award from the Union of BC Municipalities for its Asset Management Strategy and Implementation Plan. The District’s Asset Management Program also received funding earlier this year from the Government of Canada’s Canada Build Communities Strong Fund.

Congratulations to Jacqueline on this important achievement and her dedicated service to our community.

Learn more

For more information about the District’s Asset Management Program and Asset Management Strategy, visit: saanich.ca/AssetManagement.

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Saanich Communications
media@saanich.ca