The District of North Saanich is reviewing its Tree Protection Bylaw. The Bylaw was adopted in 2002 and has not been substantially updated since then. However, the challenges facing North Saanich’s community forest, as well as best practices for its…
Based on the recommendations of an emergency assessment, a review of road volumes and access, and an assessment of the risks associated with an immediate temporary repair, the District of North Saanich will maintain the closure of Chalet Road until…
The District of North Saanich is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the Community Agricultural Commission (CAC). The CAC provides recommendations to North Saanich Council on agricultural issues within the District. These issues may include comprehensive reviews or…
District staff are currently assessing the consequences of the heavy rainfall that North Saanich experienced earlier this week. The rainfall, which Environment Canada characterized as a "significant atmospheric river event", resulted in heavy rain, localized flooding, and pooled water throughout…
Ever wonder about municipal governance and the respective council or staff roles? Our next “Conversations with Mayor Orr” is scheduled for Tuesday, November 16 between 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Municipal Hall. This informal session is your opportunity to ask questions…
Crews from BC Parks and the BC Wildfire Service are currently working in ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱/John Dean Park to conduct tree falling and some controlled pile burning. Plans to begin controlled burning have accelerated to take advantage of environmental conditions, and burning…
Thank you for your ongoing interest in the Tree Protection Bylaw Review project. As we experience prolonged rainfall heading into autumn, it is hard not to reflect on the role that trees play in contributing to the community’s resilience to…
Effective Thursday, November 4, 2021, the burning season will be open, with all fires requiring a permit. During the months of the burning season, open-air burning can take place only from sunrise to sunset every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of…
There will be a Public Hearing held on Monday, October 18, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall, 1620 Mills Road, North Saanich, to consider an amendment to the District of North Saanich Zoning Bylaw No. 1255…
Mayor and Council invite you to join them for an upcoming community meeting. This is an opportunity to reconnect virtually with Council and your neighbours and have a conversation about current initiatives and District activities. Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2021…
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