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Considering buying an EV?
Check out this resource from BC Hydro that walks you through the key aspects to consider, including tips on how to save when charging: https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2026/5-keys-for-evs.html
Check out this resource from BC Hydro that walks you through the key aspects to consider, including tips on how to save when charging: https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2026/5-keys-for-evs.html
February 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Considering buying an EV?
Check out this resource from BC Hydro that walks you through the key aspects to consider, including tips on how to save when charging: https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2026/5-keys-for-evs.html
Check out this resource from BC Hydro that walks you through the key aspects to consider, including tips on how to save when charging: https://www.bchydro.com/news/conservation/2026/5-keys-for-evs.html
BC Heritage Week is here and the 2026 theme is "Stir the Pot".
Share a recipe with Saanich Archives to be included in a free digital Community Cookbook!
Deadline to submit is February 22, 2026.
Learn more: saanich.ca/archives
Share a recipe with Saanich Archives to be included in a free digital Community Cookbook!
Deadline to submit is February 22, 2026.
Learn more: saanich.ca/archives
February 17, 2026 at 10:36 PM
BC Heritage Week is here and the 2026 theme is "Stir the Pot".
Share a recipe with Saanich Archives to be included in a free digital Community Cookbook!
Deadline to submit is February 22, 2026.
Learn more: saanich.ca/archives
Share a recipe with Saanich Archives to be included in a free digital Community Cookbook!
Deadline to submit is February 22, 2026.
Learn more: saanich.ca/archives
February 17 — the Emergency Weather Response shelter operated by Our Place Society will be open in Saanich tonight at:
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
February 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM
February 17 — the Emergency Weather Response shelter operated by Our Place Society will be open in Saanich tonight at:
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
February 17 — the Emergency Weather Response shelter operated by Our Place Society will be open in Saanich tonight at:
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
February 17, 2026 at 5:15 PM
February 17 — the Emergency Weather Response shelter operated by Our Place Society will be open in Saanich tonight at:
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
📍Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's Street, Saanich)
✔️20 mats; all genders welcome.
🐕 Pet friendly.
🕗 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
https://smap.bchousing.org/
The Municipal Hall, Annex and Engineering buildings will be closed today for Family Day.
Helpful long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status for adjusted facilities hours
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival for details about the exciting event today (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Recreation Centre
Helpful long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status for adjusted facilities hours
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival for details about the exciting event today (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Recreation Centre
February 16, 2026 at 3:01 PM
The Municipal Hall, Annex and Engineering buildings will be closed today for Family Day.
Helpful long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status for adjusted facilities hours
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival for details about the exciting event today (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Recreation Centre
Helpful long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status for adjusted facilities hours
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival for details about the exciting event today (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Recreation Centre
The Municipal Hall, Annex and Engineering buildings will be closed on Mon, Feb 16 for Family Day.
Long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status - adjusted hours for District facilities and programs
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival - exciting event February 16 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Hill Rec Centre
Long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status - adjusted hours for District facilities and programs
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival - exciting event February 16 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Hill Rec Centre
February 14, 2026 at 12:11 AM
The Municipal Hall, Annex and Engineering buildings will be closed on Mon, Feb 16 for Family Day.
Long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status - adjusted hours for District facilities and programs
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival - exciting event February 16 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Hill Rec Centre
Long weekend links:
🔗 saanich.ca/status - adjusted hours for District facilities and programs
🔗 saanich.ca/familyartsfestival - exciting event February 16 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at Cedar Hill Rec Centre
Electric vehicles rebates are back starting on February 16, thanks to the Federal EV Affordability Program.
Learn more by visiting: https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles/electric-vehicle-affordability-program-evap
Learn more by visiting: https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles/electric-vehicle-affordability-program-evap
February 13, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Electric vehicles rebates are back starting on February 16, thanks to the Federal EV Affordability Program.
Learn more by visiting: https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles/electric-vehicle-affordability-program-evap
Learn more by visiting: https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles/electric-vehicle-affordability-program-evap
The flags at Saanich municipal buildings are at half-mast today to honour those affected by the tragedy that happened in Tumbler Ridge on February 10, 2026. Our thoughts are with the Tumbler Ridge community, and everyone affected.
February 11, 2026 at 5:37 PM
The flags at Saanich municipal buildings are at half-mast today to honour those affected by the tragedy that happened in Tumbler Ridge on February 10, 2026. Our thoughts are with the Tumbler Ridge community, and everyone affected.
We’re proud to share that the District has been recognized as a BC Top Employer for the 4th year in a row!
Our generous benefits, flexible working arrangements, and welcoming workplace are just a few reasons for the selection.
Read more: https://ow.ly/xeKP50Ycyfi
Our generous benefits, flexible working arrangements, and welcoming workplace are just a few reasons for the selection.
Read more: https://ow.ly/xeKP50Ycyfi
February 10, 2026 at 9:47 PM
We’re proud to share that the District has been recognized as a BC Top Employer for the 4th year in a row!
Our generous benefits, flexible working arrangements, and welcoming workplace are just a few reasons for the selection.
Read more: https://ow.ly/xeKP50Ycyfi
Our generous benefits, flexible working arrangements, and welcoming workplace are just a few reasons for the selection.
Read more: https://ow.ly/xeKP50Ycyfi
Visit saanich.ca/traffic for current and upcoming roadwork. Please follow signage and direction.
🚧 Palmer Rd at Quadra St
➡️ Closure until Feb 13
🚧 Admirals Rd (Cowper St to Arundel Dr)
➡️ Single lane alternating through Feb 27
🚧 Kremlin St (Kisber Ave to Broadmead Ave)
➡️ Closure through Feb 27
🚧 Palmer Rd at Quadra St
➡️ Closure until Feb 13
🚧 Admirals Rd (Cowper St to Arundel Dr)
➡️ Single lane alternating through Feb 27
🚧 Kremlin St (Kisber Ave to Broadmead Ave)
➡️ Closure through Feb 27
February 10, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Visit saanich.ca/traffic for current and upcoming roadwork. Please follow signage and direction.
🚧 Palmer Rd at Quadra St
➡️ Closure until Feb 13
🚧 Admirals Rd (Cowper St to Arundel Dr)
➡️ Single lane alternating through Feb 27
🚧 Kremlin St (Kisber Ave to Broadmead Ave)
➡️ Closure through Feb 27
🚧 Palmer Rd at Quadra St
➡️ Closure until Feb 13
🚧 Admirals Rd (Cowper St to Arundel Dr)
➡️ Single lane alternating through Feb 27
🚧 Kremlin St (Kisber Ave to Broadmead Ave)
➡️ Closure through Feb 27
It's the final day to complete the 2026 Budget Engagement survey! Complete it by end of day Monday, February 9, 2026 at Saanich.ca/HelloBudget. Learn more about The Financial Plan: Saanich.ca/Budget
February 9, 2026 at 6:24 PM
It's the final day to complete the 2026 Budget Engagement survey! Complete it by end of day Monday, February 9, 2026 at Saanich.ca/HelloBudget. Learn more about The Financial Plan: Saanich.ca/Budget
It's the final few days to complete the 2026 Budget Engagement Survey on HelloSaanich! The survey is available until Monday, February 9, 2026: saanich.ca/HelloBudget.
Learn more about the The Financial Plan: saanich.ca/budget
Learn more about the The Financial Plan: saanich.ca/budget
February 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM
It's the final few days to complete the 2026 Budget Engagement Survey on HelloSaanich! The survey is available until Monday, February 9, 2026: saanich.ca/HelloBudget.
Learn more about the The Financial Plan: saanich.ca/budget
Learn more about the The Financial Plan: saanich.ca/budget
🔗 See details and register to join from home on February 10 at 7 p.m.: saanich.ca/prepare
Next week the Saanich Emergency Program is hosting a free Virtual Preparedness 101: Emergency Prep Begins with You presentation to help you learn how to plan and prepare before disaster strikes!
Next week the Saanich Emergency Program is hosting a free Virtual Preparedness 101: Emergency Prep Begins with You presentation to help you learn how to plan and prepare before disaster strikes!
February 5, 2026 at 9:14 PM
🔗 See details and register to join from home on February 10 at 7 p.m.: saanich.ca/prepare
Next week the Saanich Emergency Program is hosting a free Virtual Preparedness 101: Emergency Prep Begins with You presentation to help you learn how to plan and prepare before disaster strikes!
Next week the Saanich Emergency Program is hosting a free Virtual Preparedness 101: Emergency Prep Begins with You presentation to help you learn how to plan and prepare before disaster strikes!
Some additional changes will be coming to the Proposed Quadra McKenzie Plan (QMP), following its presentation to Council. Read the information bulletin for full details: https://ow.ly/NH7Q50Y8WyZ
Follow the project on HelloSaanich for future updates: https://ow.ly/JWvT50Y8WyY
Follow the project on HelloSaanich for future updates: https://ow.ly/JWvT50Y8WyY
February 4, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Some additional changes will be coming to the Proposed Quadra McKenzie Plan (QMP), following its presentation to Council. Read the information bulletin for full details: https://ow.ly/NH7Q50Y8WyZ
Follow the project on HelloSaanich for future updates: https://ow.ly/JWvT50Y8WyY
Follow the project on HelloSaanich for future updates: https://ow.ly/JWvT50Y8WyY
The winter intake deadline for our Heat Pump Financing Program is fast approaching!
See how we can help residents make the switch in their home from an existing fossil fuel furnace or boiler to an efficient electric heat pump.
🌿Learn more and apply before February 9: saanich.ca/HeatPumpFinancing
See how we can help residents make the switch in their home from an existing fossil fuel furnace or boiler to an efficient electric heat pump.
🌿Learn more and apply before February 9: saanich.ca/HeatPumpFinancing
February 4, 2026 at 5:01 PM
The winter intake deadline for our Heat Pump Financing Program is fast approaching!
See how we can help residents make the switch in their home from an existing fossil fuel furnace or boiler to an efficient electric heat pump.
🌿Learn more and apply before February 9: saanich.ca/HeatPumpFinancing
See how we can help residents make the switch in their home from an existing fossil fuel furnace or boiler to an efficient electric heat pump.
🌿Learn more and apply before February 9: saanich.ca/HeatPumpFinancing
We’re gathering input to help Council make decisions on municipal spending. You can provide feedback by completing the Budget Engagement Survey on HelloSaanich! The survey is available until Monday, February 9, 2026: saanich.ca/HelloBudget
February 3, 2026 at 8:05 PM
We’re gathering input to help Council make decisions on municipal spending. You can provide feedback by completing the Budget Engagement Survey on HelloSaanich! The survey is available until Monday, February 9, 2026: saanich.ca/HelloBudget
⚠️ Traffic Advisory: intersection closure
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
February 3, 2026 at 3:01 PM
⚠️ Traffic Advisory: intersection closure
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
⚠️ Traffic Advisory: intersection closure
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
February 2, 2026 at 9:33 PM
⚠️ Traffic Advisory: intersection closure
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
👉 Maddock Ave at Wascana St
📅 Tues, Feb 3 to Wed, Feb 4
🕘 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
🚗 Intersection closure; no through access for vehicles.
Please follow directions and all traffic signs. Project page: saanich.ca/maddock-wascana
Keep it clear for pickup! 🌿🗑️
Please keep at least 1 metre of space between garbage and organics carts on collection day! Proper spacing allows our crews to work efficiently and ensure timely collection of all carts.
👉 More collection guidelines: saanich.ca/greenergarbage
Please keep at least 1 metre of space between garbage and organics carts on collection day! Proper spacing allows our crews to work efficiently and ensure timely collection of all carts.
👉 More collection guidelines: saanich.ca/greenergarbage
February 2, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Keep it clear for pickup! 🌿🗑️
Please keep at least 1 metre of space between garbage and organics carts on collection day! Proper spacing allows our crews to work efficiently and ensure timely collection of all carts.
👉 More collection guidelines: saanich.ca/greenergarbage
Please keep at least 1 metre of space between garbage and organics carts on collection day! Proper spacing allows our crews to work efficiently and ensure timely collection of all carts.
👉 More collection guidelines: saanich.ca/greenergarbage
⚠️ Please note: the Archives (located inside the GVPL Saanich Centennial Branch) is closed for in-person visitors today (Mon, Feb 2).
The Saanich Archives is available online 24/7 for browsing at saanich.ca/archives!
Image: Jo-Anne Morrison at work at Royal Oak [Municipal Hall], 1964 [2011-057-001]
The Saanich Archives is available online 24/7 for browsing at saanich.ca/archives!
Image: Jo-Anne Morrison at work at Royal Oak [Municipal Hall], 1964 [2011-057-001]
February 2, 2026 at 6:48 PM
⚠️ Please note: the Archives (located inside the GVPL Saanich Centennial Branch) is closed for in-person visitors today (Mon, Feb 2).
The Saanich Archives is available online 24/7 for browsing at saanich.ca/archives!
Image: Jo-Anne Morrison at work at Royal Oak [Municipal Hall], 1964 [2011-057-001]
The Saanich Archives is available online 24/7 for browsing at saanich.ca/archives!
Image: Jo-Anne Morrison at work at Royal Oak [Municipal Hall], 1964 [2011-057-001]
📣 Businesses in Saanich! 📣Our Economic Development Office is building relationships with business owners through 1:1 BusinessCare visits. Help us improve how Saanich supports you and our local economy.
💻 Ready to connect? Email [email protected] to book your visit today!
👉 saanich.ca/businesscare
💻 Ready to connect? Email [email protected] to book your visit today!
👉 saanich.ca/businesscare
January 30, 2026 at 7:59 PM
📣 Businesses in Saanich! 📣Our Economic Development Office is building relationships with business owners through 1:1 BusinessCare visits. Help us improve how Saanich supports you and our local economy.
💻 Ready to connect? Email [email protected] to book your visit today!
👉 saanich.ca/businesscare
💻 Ready to connect? Email [email protected] to book your visit today!
👉 saanich.ca/businesscare
The District's Leaf Collection Program is complete for the 2025/2026 season!
Thank you to our hardworking crews! We appreciate your dedication through sun, rain, wind and frosty conditions to keep streets clear of debris. 👏🍂
👉 Missed collection pile? Visit saanich.ca/leafcollection for options.
Thank you to our hardworking crews! We appreciate your dedication through sun, rain, wind and frosty conditions to keep streets clear of debris. 👏🍂
👉 Missed collection pile? Visit saanich.ca/leafcollection for options.
January 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The District's Leaf Collection Program is complete for the 2025/2026 season!
Thank you to our hardworking crews! We appreciate your dedication through sun, rain, wind and frosty conditions to keep streets clear of debris. 👏🍂
👉 Missed collection pile? Visit saanich.ca/leafcollection for options.
Thank you to our hardworking crews! We appreciate your dedication through sun, rain, wind and frosty conditions to keep streets clear of debris. 👏🍂
👉 Missed collection pile? Visit saanich.ca/leafcollection for options.
Our Spring Flushing Program starts February 2! Opt-in for notifications to hear when crews are flushing watermains in your area.
👉 saanich.ca/water
👉 saanich.ca/water
January 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Our Spring Flushing Program starts February 2! Opt-in for notifications to hear when crews are flushing watermains in your area.
👉 saanich.ca/water
👉 saanich.ca/water
Budget engagement is underway! Don’t forget to complete the budget engagement survey on Saanich.ca/HelloBudget. The survey is open from now until Monday, February 9.
More info: Saanich.ca/Budget
More info: Saanich.ca/Budget
January 29, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Budget engagement is underway! Don’t forget to complete the budget engagement survey on Saanich.ca/HelloBudget. The survey is open from now until Monday, February 9.
More info: Saanich.ca/Budget
More info: Saanich.ca/Budget
The SOC Redevelopment Project borrowing bylaw was approved by Council on Monday night.
More information is available at saanich.ca/SOCplan.
More information is available at saanich.ca/SOCplan.
January 29, 2026 at 6:01 PM
The SOC Redevelopment Project borrowing bylaw was approved by Council on Monday night.
More information is available at saanich.ca/SOCplan.
More information is available at saanich.ca/SOCplan.