sustainability
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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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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
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When Housing Debates Erase Ecology: The Story of 4015 Braefoot Rd. and the Garry Oak Ecosystem
When Housing Debates Erase Ecology: The Story of 4015 Braefoot Rd. and the Garry Oak Ecosystem 4015 Braefoot Rd. and the Garry Oak Ecosystem Feb 7, 2026This story was originally published at this link. ————————————————————————————————— In spring 2025, a piece… Continue reading
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Open Letter- Subject: Urgent Opposition to Bill M-216 Regarding Climate Targets, Public Safety, and the Right to a Healthy Environment, by Linda Jeaurond
Open Letter- Subject: Urgent Opposition to Bill M-216 Regarding Climate Targets, Public Safety, and the Right to a Healthy Environment By Linda JeaurondJan 15, 2025 OPEN LETTER To: Select Standing Committee on Private Bills and Private Members’ BillsHon. Christine Boyle,… Continue reading
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The Islands Trust No Longer Considers Farming A “Traditional And Valuable Activity” by Riley Donovan
The Islands Trust No Longer Considers Farming A “Traditional And Valuable Activity” Photo of Ruckle Heritage Farm on Salt Spring Island. By Riley DonovanOct 3, 2025 The Islands Trust was founded in 1974 to “preserve and protect” the unique environment… Continue reading
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Letter to Saanich Mayor and Council by Carmel Thomson Regarding 485 Prospect Lake Trees Under Threat of Removal from BC Hydro and Need for Ecological Restoration
Letter by Carmel Thomson sent on June 10, 2024 to Saanich Mayor and Council: Subject: H3 — UBCM Resolution — BC Hydro Projects — Establishment of Funding for Climate Action Ecosystem Restoration Dear Mayor Murdoch and Councillors, In early 2023,… Continue reading
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Saanich’s Draft OCP Does not Protect Natural Environment.
There is a Serious Lack of Environmental Protections in Saanich’s New Proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) According to Former Resilient Saanich Technical Committee (RSTC) Member Dr. Kevin Brown’s Submission to Saanich Vancouver Island’s unique Garry Oak Eco-Systems, which many species… Continue reading
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