Category Archives: Events

“A time to build up, a time to break down.
A time to dance, a time to mourn.
A time to cast away stones.
A time to gather stones together.”
from The Byrds – Turn! Turn! Turn! (to Everything There Is a Season)

Saanich Operations Centre Redevelopment Project: Funding via AAP

Posted on May 17, 2025 by ccacomm

Saanich is undertaking an Alternative Approval Process (AAP) to obtain electoral approval for “Saanich Operations Centre Redevelopment Project Loan Authorization Bylaw, 2024, No. 10105”. From May 21 to June 25, the District is seeking approval to borrow up to $150 … Continue reading →

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Reminder: Speak to Saanich Council at the May 6th Town Hall – Register and attend!

Posted on May 5, 2025 by ccacomm

The District of Saanich invites you to a Town Hall meeting, part of Council’s commitment to meaningful public engagement as outlined in the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. The Town Hall will be an informal open mic session with no set agenda. Residents are … Continue reading →

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May 7: Hear Ryan Senechal speak on “The Urban Forest in Saanich: Strategy & Stewardship”

Posted on May 2, 2025 by ccacomm

Together with the Mount Tolmie Community Association, the CCA presents a lecture by Ryan Senechal titled, “The Urban Forest in Saanich: Strategy & Stewardship”. Item Details What A lecture by Ryan Senechal titled, “The Urban Forest in Saanich: Strategy & … Continue reading →

Posted in Development, Events, Municipality | Tagged housing development, Ryan Senechal, tree canopy, tree protection, Urban Forest Strategy | Comments Off

Jane’s Walk along Bowker Creek

Posted on April 28, 2025 by ccacomm

The Friends of Bowker Creek are hosting a Jane’s Walk that will take you along a stretch of Bowker Creek, starting at Oak Bay High School and ending at the Lansdowne South School field. Jane’s Walk is an annual festival … Continue reading →

Posted in Environment, Events | Tagged bowker creek, FoBC, friends of bowker creek, oak bay high school, riparian zone | Comments Off

1899 Cochrane St. re-development: Invitation to SEBA Open House

Posted on April 23, 2025 by ccacomm

SEBA Construction has issued an invitation to community members to attend an open house and information meeting for the 8-unit townhouse proposed development at 1899 Cochrane Street. What Where When SEBA Construction hosted Open House & Information Meeting re: 1899 … Continue reading →

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CRD “Live Green” Learning Series of Webinars

Posted on April 9, 2025 by ccacomm

The CRD is hosting a series of free webinars to help you “Live Green”. This spring, learn how to support a healthy and natural yard and garden through these online educational opportunities! Sign up on crd.ca/events or through the links below.

Posted in Events | Tagged Compost Education Centre, CRD, Linda Gilkeson, Live Green Learning Series, webinars | Comments Off

Monday Feb 24, 6 pm: Meet Saanich Council

Posted on February 21, 2025 by ccacomm

Saanich residents are invited to the Municipal Hall for an opportunity to connect with Council outside of Council Chambers! Bring your thoughts and questions for this informal meet-and-greet event and stay for the Council Meeting afterwards. Monday, February 24: Please share … Continue reading →

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Webinar: New retrofit programs (and money!) available for condos, apartments and commercial buildings

Posted on February 5, 2025 by ccacomm

For community members who reside in condominium stratas and apartment buildings, Saanich is hosting a Zoom webinar that should be of interest to you. Webinar Item Details Topic Future Proof Your Saanich Building: New retrofit programs (and money!) available for … Continue reading →

Posted in District, Events | Tagged apartments, BC Hydro, commercial buildings, condos, electrification, retrofit, stratas, Zero Emissions Innovation Centre | Comments Off

Shelbourne Valley Action Plan: Update

Posted on November 10, 2024 by ccacomm

Saanich residents should have received a paper notice in their postal mail regarding the online webinars and in-person open houses that Saanich is conducting in advance of updating the Shelbourne Valley Action Plan. You can learn more about this initiative … Continue reading →

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Annual General Meeting: Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024

Posted on October 22, 2024 by ccacomm

The Camosun Community Association will hold its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, November 14th, 2024 from 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm using the Zoom online meeting service. The CCA requires all those interested in attending the virtual AGM to pre-register for … Continue reading →

Posted in Association, Events, Shelbourne Valley | Tagged AGM 2024, board members, board nominations, CCA, community planning | Comments Off