environment
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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
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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
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A Different Perspective on the Townhouses Beside Big Monty, by Dave Secco
A Different Perspective on the Townhouses Beside Big Monty A rally to save the local celebrity tree “Big Monty”, a much beloved Monterey Pine. By Dave SeccoJune 9, 2026 ————————————————————————————————- Since I’m the guy who named “Big Monty,” lead the… Continue reading
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Destruction of Esquimalt’s Natural Assets, by Frances Litman
Destruction of Esquimalt’s Natural Assets Article and photos by Frances LitmanApril 6, 2026 It appears that due to approved development, the Township of Esquimalt and the Department of National Defence continue to add to the senseless destruction of natural habitat… Continue reading
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Plans to turn the Fort Rodd Hill Area into a National Urban Park could hurt the environment/ecology if not considered carefully.
Plans to turn the Fort Rodd Hill Area into a National Urban Park could hurt the environment/ecology if not considered carefully. Photo by Frances Litman CRD WatchApril 5, 2025 A Creatively United for the Planet article by Frances Litman highlights… Continue reading
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Petition: 33 trees at stake at 903 Admirals Road, many of them Garry Oaks.
Petition: 33 trees at stake at 903 Admirals Road, many of them Garry Oaks. CRD WatchMarch 25, 2026 A petition has been created to save numerous Garry Oaks on Esquimalt Rd. The petition has already garnered 225 signatures. Petition ·… Continue reading
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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
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Saanich Council Ditches Motion to write to the Provincial Government to Remove the Provincially Mandated Housing Target Order for the District.
Saanich Council Ditches Motion to write to the Provincial Government to Remove the Provincially Mandated Housing Target Order for the District. Councillors Brice and Brownoff, had previously made a media tour promoting their motion to remove the Provincially Mandated Housing… Continue reading
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