https://crdwatch.ca/2026/06/14/songhees-nation-slams-saanichs-quadra-mckenzie-plan-calls-for-postponement-on-it-district-provides-meek-response-that-protects-the-interests-of-developers-over-the-natural-and-cultural-environment/CRD Watch Homepage en2026-06-15T05:02:57+00:00Songhees Nation Slams Saanich’s Quadra McKenzie Plan, calls for postponement on it: District provides meek response that protects the interests of developers over the natural and cultural environment.development, environment, Saanich, Saanich Council, Ecology, nature, biodiversity, sustainability, climate-change, Indigenous, camas, District of Saanich, Quadra McKenzie Plan, communication, Garry Oak Ecosystem, QMP, food security, balance, Garry Oaks, Songhees, development industry influence, lack of environmental protections, Indigenous Nations, ecosystems collapse, Saanich Planning Department, indigenous relations, letters, ecosystems, cultural ecology, Songhees First Nation, Chief Sam, land acknowledgements, food sovereignty, cultural practices, knowledge, intergenerational knowledge, medicines, traditional foods, harvesting, ecological stewardship, natural-balance