Municipal

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Saanich moves forward with draft Quadra-McKenzie Plan after tense meeting

Robyn Bell
July 10, 2025

Saanich residents have had strong feelings, both for and against the QMP, since the process began in 2023.

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Your Sooke byelection candidates

By Cameron Welch
July 8, 2025

These 7 council candidates are on the ballot on Wed. July 9 and Sat. July 12

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Province orders Oak Bay to change bylaws to meet housing targets

Robyn Bell
May 22, 2025

The municipality is one of two in BC to be called out by the housing minister for slow progress.

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Saanich staff says the council should revisit Quadra-McKenzie plan, amid public outcry

Concerns from residents about housing density and reduced car lanes in busy areas have led staff to propose alternatives.

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Taking the plunge: Victorians vote Yes to a new Crystal Pool

Mark Brennae
February 9, 2025

Referendum results of 59% Yes and 61% North give clear mandates

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More work to be done on Saanich climate action plan

In her overall assessment of the district's climate results, Saanich Manager of Sustainability Rebecca Newlove was blunt: “We’re not on track.”

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Saanich approves $21M Road Safety Action Plan

Robyn Bell
October 28, 2024

The plan prioritizes 20 high-crash intersections for improvements

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In Victoria, the debate on minimum housing unit size is a balancing act

Labour and construction costs as well as liveability add to the questions around how much size matters