CRD East Saanich Road Watermain Extension Project
Update January 12, 2026: The contractor anticipates beginning work at the North Saanich–Central Saanich boundary during the week of June 22, with pipe installation expected to continue through October. Testing and system tie-ins are anticipated to take place through the end of the year. While timelines may shift as work progresses, residents can expect approximately six to eight months of construction activity within North Saanich.
Residents are advised that construction activity related to the Capital Regional District (CRD) East Saanich Road Watermain Extension Project will be commencing shortly.
The project area extends from East Saanich Road and Wallace Road in Central Saanich, northerly along East Saanich Road to Dean Park Road, and westerly along Dean Park Road to the CRD reservoir near Griggs Terrace. The project involves the installation of a large-diameter water supply main along an approximately 3-kilometre corridor. In select locations, local distribution mains and service connections will also be replaced for both Central Saanich and North Saanich.
In the coming week, project signage will be installed at both the north and south ends of the construction area, including near the Dean Park Road intersection in North Saanich. Utility locates and preparatory work are expected to occur over the following two weeks.
Pipe installation is scheduled to begin at the south end of the project area (East Saanich Road and Wallace Road) during the week of January 26. Construction will proceed northerly and is anticipated to continue through much of 2026.
The anticipated timing of construction activity within North Saanich will be confirmed once work is underway in Central Saanich. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Residents are thanked in advance for their patience and cooperation during this essential infrastructure project.
