With COVID-19 restrictions, we are limiting the number of park permits that can be approved. In anticipation of resuming activities and issuing permits, we encourage you to start preparing the following information. The required information is subject to change as the pandemic evolves.

• All park permit holders must read and follow the Public Health Officer Order on Mass Gathering Events

• All park permit applicants must read, agree to, initial, complete, sign and return the COVID-19 Addendum to Facility Use Agreement/License [PDF - 270 KB] before a park permit can be issued. 

• All commerical activity permitees (e.g., bootcamp operator, contractor performing work), park home user groups and organized sports teams must complete and submit a WorkSafeBC COVID-19 Safety Plan [PDF - 559 KB]. This document may require revisions until approved by Saanich Parks. Also required for these permit holders is:
• an electronic copy or link to an approved return to play plan from governing sports body
• proof of valid general liability insurance with the District of Saanich included as an additional insured
• as applicable, copy of a valid District of Saanich or intermunicipal business license
• as applicable, proof of valid WorkSafeBC coverage
• All contractors and home user group members with access to buildings also must complete, submit and have approved a Contractors, licensees and lease holders working at a Saanich facility during COVID-19 form [PDF - 63 KB] to meet Occupational Health & Safety obligations.

Space is limited for reservations as we try to limit park guests in one specific park. Find out more about Saanich's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Reserve space in one of our parks! Parks are still open to the general public, but you can have priority use for picnic tables, fields, etc., with a permit. Please note, we require at least five (5) business days notice to reserve a park (longer for special events and sporting activities).

Use this same permit request form to access a park or trail for access to private property, public utility or other works. Require site access plan and valid insurance for such access.

This collection of personal information is authorized under the Local Government Act, Community Charter and Section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used for processing this application. Questions can be directed to the District’s Privacy Officer at: 770 Vernon Avenue, Victoria BC, V8X 2W7, t. 250‑475-1775, e. foi@saanich.ca.

Any group reserving space in our parks with more than 100 participants requires proof of general liablity insurance with the District of Saanich added as an additional insured. This insurance requirement also applies for organized sports groups and businesses using our parks.  

Costs do apply to reserve space.  Check out our park rental fees.