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May 22, 2026

In 2020, Saanich made a “5 year membership agreement” for close to a million dollars to the South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP). This is what it was to get in return.

In 2020, Saanich made a 5 year membership agreement for close to a million dollars to the South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP). This is what it was to get in return. Despite that the membership agreement which provided 5 years… Continue reading

May 17, 2026

What was the Capital Services and Governance Initiative Report (March 2017)?

What was the Capital Services and Governance Initiative Report (March 2017)? By Sasha IzardMay 17, 2026 The Capital Services and Governance Initiative report dated March 17 was prepared in for the BC Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. The… Continue reading

April 24, 2026

“From Policy to Practice: Regional Planning Perspectives” UDI luncheon held on April 16, 2026

“From Policy to Practice: Regional Planning Perspectives” UDI luncheon held on April 16, 2026 By Sasha IzardApril 24, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— As recent events in the Cowichan Valley have shown, a popular revolt against top down regional planning advancing a development… Continue reading

April 15, 2026

All UDI Municipal Memberships on Vancouver Island Eliminated.

All UDI Municipal Memberships on Vancouver Island Eliminated. By Sasha IzardApril 14, 2026 On April 13, 2026 – Colwood City Council unanimously voted for the City to leave the Urban Development Institute (UDI), by approving a motion put forward by… Continue reading

April 5, 2026

The CVRD issue in focus. The Playbook: How BC Regional Districts Lock In Policy Before Anyone Can Stop Them, by Arthur McInnis

The CVRD issue in focus. The Playbook: How BC Regional Districts Lock In Policy Before Anyone Can Stop Them By Arthur McInnisApril 5, 2026 Three hundred and fifty people stood outside the Cowichan Valley Regional District offices in Duncan on… Continue reading

April 4, 2026

Exposing the “Shadow Planners”: Special Presentation for Metro Vancouver region (CRD Watch) with video and materials

Exposing the “Shadow Planners”: Special Presentation for Metro Vancouver region (CRD Watch) with video and materials Sasha IzardApril 4, 2027 Last week, I provided a presentation to the people of the Metro Vancouver area through Metro Vancouver CityHallWatch titled: How… Continue reading

March 25, 2026

CRD Denies Free Access to Information that is in the Public Interest, regarding felled trees in Elk/Beaver Lake; claims they can pick and choose who can receive such information at lowered cost.

CRD Denies Free Access to Information that is in the Public Interest, regarding felled trees in Elk/Beaver Lake; claims they can pick and choose who can receive such information at lowered cost. By Sasha IzardMarch 25, 2026 Last month, I… Continue reading

March 23, 2026

CRD Heat Map Shows remarkable difference in temperature between natural and built environments.

CRD Heat Map Shows remarkable difference in temperature between natural and built environments. The results have major consequences. By Sasha IzardMarch 23, 2026 The CRD’s Regional Heat Map shows a stark difference in temperature between natural and built environments. A… Continue reading

March 12, 2026

The CRD wants to charge me an estimated $360 to find out what trees have been cut down in Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park during the last 2 years.

The CRD wants to charge me an estimated $360 to find out what trees have been cut down in Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park during the last 2 years. By Sasha IzardMarch 12, 2026 Last month, I wrote the following article:… Continue reading

February 19, 2026

Like wooden tombstones: The latest tree decimation in Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park.

Like wooden tombstones: The latest tree decimation in Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park. Sasha Izard Feb 19, 2026 In the morning hours of today, tree cutting trucks towing wood chippers behind them made their way into the vicinity of Elk/Beaver Lake… Continue reading

December 25, 2025

Stop $35 million Goose/Lochside Trail project, by Gerry Madden

Stop $35 million Goose/Lochside Trail project Gerry Madden Dec 12, 2025 I have cycled from Esquimalt to Cordoba Bay, Michell Farm, and Sidney most days for over 8 years – over 70,000 km in total. I have never seen… Continue reading