List of articles and other resources regarding the CVRD.
In early 2026, the Cowichan Regional Valley District (CVRD) was the focus of a an attempt to remove farmer’s rights in a new OCP pushing a development agenda in rural areas. That attempt was averted, by mass public opposition.
Although the focus of CRD Watch is in the CRD, it is also important to keep an eye on what is happening in our neighbouring regional district.
The issue of what happened in the CVRD can be seen as part of a broader phenomenon of corporate regionalism:
List of articles and other resources on corporate regionalism. – CRD Watch Homepage
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CRD Watch articles:
The CVRD issue in focus. The Playbook: How BC Regional Districts Lock In Policy Before Anyone Can Stop Them, by Arthur McInnis – CRD Watch Homepage
What Cowichan’s Revolt Teaches Saanich and Victoria About “Trusting the Process”, by Arthur McInnis – CRD Watch Homepage
“From Policy to Practice: Regional Planning Perspectives” UDI luncheon held on April 16, 2026 – CRD Watch Homepage
Cowichan Just Showed What Public Pressure Can Do, by Arthur McInnis – CRD Watch Homepage
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Articles regarding the CVRD – WWIND
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