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October 15, 2026

Why my Citizens’ Assembly experience left me opposed to amalgamation

Why my Citizens’ Assembly experience left me opposed to amalgamation By Alli DeelstraOct 15, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— What happens when the chair of a citizens’ assembly encourages its members to lobby government? As someone who served on the Victoria–Saanich Citizens’ Assembly,… Continue reading

September 12, 2026

Smoke and mirrors: How the Provincial Government, Saanich, and ‘Save Our Saanich’ turned the AAP ‘Victory’ into a hollow one.

Smoke and mirrors: How the Provincial Government, Saanich, and ‘Save Our Saanich’ turned the AAP ‘Victory’ into a hollow one.Saanich’s Phased Approach to the Saanich Operations Centre redevelopment is predicted to be even more expensive than the approach that was… Continue reading

August 2, 2026

Greater Victoria Acting Together (GVAT) appears to be run by a member of the political pressure group Homes For Living.

Greater Victoria Acting Together (GVAT) appears to be run by a member of the political pressure group Homes For Living. GVAT is part of the Industrial Areas Foundation (IAF) which is based in the United States. GVAT attempts with concerted… Continue reading

July 25, 2026

‘Livable CRD’, and its alliance of astroturfing organizations, seeking to influence the outcome of the 2026 local government election.

‘Livable CRD’, and its alliance of astroturfing organizations, seeking to influence the outcome of the 2026 local government election. The organization which officially launched according to a press release dated July 23, 2026 – lists no people who are involved… Continue reading

July 18, 2026

How did Save Our Saanich turn from an organization of concerned neighbours, into a Political Slate with 2/3rds of its candidates having worked or continuing to work in real estate or development – in only one year?

How did Save Our Saanich turn from an organization of concerned neighbours, into a Political Slate with 2/3rds of its candidates having worked or continuing to work in real estate or development – in only one year? Above: Archived screenshot… Continue reading

July 12, 2026

When invisibility becomes consent: How a budget line with around 250 million dollars a year in Saanich’s approved 5-Year Financial Plan, is being interpreted by the CAO as constituting authorization to enter into a multi-year agreement to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars of public funds to an outside organization.

When invisibility becomes consent: How a budget line with around 250 million dollars a year in Saanich’s approved 5-Year Financial Plan is being interpreted by the CAO as constituting authorization to enter into a multi-year agreement to hand over hundreds… Continue reading

June 24, 2026

Gordon Head Is Losing 60% of Its Social Housing — And the Speakers Who Said So Were Shut Down

Gordon Head Is Losing 60% of Its Social Housing — And the Speakers Who Said So Were Shut Down By Kyla Berry, CRHC Tenant, Gordon Head, Saanich June 24, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— On June 16, 2026, Saanich Council adopted the Quadra–McKenzie… Continue reading

June 14, 2026

Songhees 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.

Songhees Nation Slams Saanich’s Quadra McKenzie Plan: District provides meek response that protects the interests of developers over the natural and cultural environment. On May 22, 2026 – the Songhees First Nation, wrote a strong rebuke of Saanich’s Quadra McKenzie… Continue reading

June 13, 2026

The Infrastructure Timebomb: North Cowichan Pulled the Pin – Saanich Is Still Smiling for the Camera

The Infrastructure Timebomb: North Cowichan Pulled the Pin – Saanich Is Still Smiling for the Camera By M. Rose MunroJune 13, 2026 ————————————————————————————————– The Infrastructure Timebomb: North Cowichan Pulled the Pin – Saanich Is Still Smiling for the Camera North… Continue reading

June 10, 2026

Backyards Are Health Infrastructure – Saanich Should Treat Them That Way

Backyards Are Health Infrastructure – Saanich Should Treat Them That Way By M. Rose MunroJune 10, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— Private green spaces – backyards, gardens, and small personal outdoor refuges, play a far more significant role in human well‑being than we… Continue reading

May 21, 2026

STOP the Proposed Development at 1899 Cochrane Street, by Dave Secco

STOP the Proposed Development at 1899 Cochrane Street A rally to save the local celebrity tree “Big Monty” formerly known as Big Pondy. Originally thought to be a ponderosa pine, it turned out to be a Monterey Pine. By Dave… Continue reading