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Saanich Staff are attempting to enter into a multi-year agreement to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars to the South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP) under the guise of “delegated authority”.
Saanich Staff are attempting to enter into a multi-year agreement to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars to the South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP) under the guise of “delegated authority”. By Sasha IzardJune 16, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— Recently, I wrote… Continue reading
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$700+ FOI regarding Victoria City Manager’s Office and the UDI, reveals conversation that led to close to $2000 Nashville trip for City employee to spend time with developers.
$700+ FOI regarding Victoria City Manager’s Office and the UDI, reveals conversation that led to close to $2000 Nashville trip for City employee to spend time with developers. By Sasha IzardJune 2, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— Last fall, I wrote the following… Continue reading
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What is the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region? (PNWER) and what are its connections to big oil?
What is the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region? (PNWER) and what are its connections to big oil? By Sasha IzardMay 28, 2026 ————————————————————————————————– Last week, I wrote the following article: In 2020, Saanich made a “5 year membership agreement” for close… Continue reading
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The UDI Edmonton Metro has rebranded itself.
The UDI Edmonton Metro has rebranded itself. The UDI Edmonton Metro has rebranded as BILD Edmonton Metro. BILD Edmonton Metro is a merger of the UDI Edmonton Metro and the Canadian Homebuilders Association Edmonton Region, an amalgamation of industry influence… Continue reading
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The Development Industry promoted “Inclusionary Zoning” with “Missing Middle” housing. Once they got it from the politicians, the developments are being sold as “Exclusive” “Luxury” residences.
The Development Industry promoted “Inclusionary Zoning” with “Missing Middle” housing. Once they got it, the developments are being sold as “Exclusive” “Luxury” residences. By Sasha IzardMay 3, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— During the 2022 election, the narrative that took up almost the… Continue reading
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Why does SCAN (Saanich Community Associations Network) not have a website?
Why does SCAN (Saanich Community Associations Network) not have a website? By Sasha Izard,April 25, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— The Saanich Community Associations Network (SCAN) is an umbrella network for the community associations of Saanich. SCAN is listed on the Community Associations… Continue reading
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Letter by Elizabeth Borek to BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey: regarding BC Assessment’s paid membership in the UDI lobby.
Letter by Elizabeth Borek to BC Finance Minister Brenda Bailey: regarding BC Assessment’s paid membership in the UDI lobby. Letter by Elizabeth BorekApril 24, 2026 ————————————————————————————————— Subject: Are you responsible for the prudent and best use of taxpayer $? Minister… Continue reading
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“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
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BC housing has handed out hundreds of thousands of dollars of taxpayer money to sponsor industry organizations including lobbies; refuses to reveal the full name of industry organization that it handed almost $100,000 of public money to in one payment.
BC housing has handed out hundreds of thousands of dollars of taxpayer money to sponsor industry organizations including lobbies; refuses to reveal the full name of industry organization that it handed almost $100,000 of public money to in one payment.… Continue reading
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BC Government Committee to review the Lobbyists Transparency Act, recommends a person not be considered an “in-house lobbyist”, if they lobby the provincial government for less than 50 hours a year.
BC Government Committee to review the Lobbyists Transparency Act, recommends a person not be considered an “in-house lobbyist”, if they lobby the provincial government for less than 50 hours a year. By Sasha Izard April 22, 2026 “The Special Committee… Continue reading
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The Ministry of Finance finally answers, after a year and a half, why BC Assessment is a paying member of the Urban Development Institute (UDI), a lobby for corporate interests involved in development and real estate.
The Ministry of Finance finally answers, after a year and a half, why BC Assessment is a paying member of the Urban Development Institute (UDI), a lobby for corporate interests involved in development and real estate. By Sasha IzardApril 20,… Continue reading
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