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Issues in the community can often be resolved<\/strong> by finding the correct level of government to contact.

      <\/strong>Many of the roads in our area, are the responsibility of the Province and the Galloping Goose trail is administered by the Capital Regional District. If you have questions about a re-development project you can contact Saanich Planning department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Help Keep out Neighbourhood Clean and Safe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is easy to report problems, don’t assume someone else will do something. 1. Overflowing garbage cans or illegal dumping  contact Saanich Parks parks@saanich.ca<\/span><\/a>  250-475-55222. or PublicWorks PublicWorks@saanich.ca, depending on location, – 2. Graffiti and vandalism  Who to contact depends on its location. Contact information is at  Saanich page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

March 2026 News from Saanich<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saanich Bylaw Enforcement staff work collaboratively with residents and District departments, various government organizations, community groups and social agencies to ensure public safety, maintain community standards and preserve the quality of life in our community.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some key bylaws to be aware of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boulevard weed maintenance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s the responsibility of homeowners to maintain the boulevards in front of their homes. This includes managing weeds and other invasive species.  Other improvements or alterations to a boulevard require possession of a valid boulevard permit prior to commencing the work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parking around schools (especially at drop-off and pick-up)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saanich enforces strict parking regulations around schools to ensure safety. Vehicles cannot park within 1.5 m of a driveway, and improper parking in, or blocking drop-off lanes is prohibited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pull-through lanes are for active, temporary drop-off and pick-up areas and drivers must not leave vehicles unattended in these areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noise suppression bylaw<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noises that disturb the quiet, peace, rest, enjoyment, comfort or convenience of the neighbourhood or of persons in the vicinity thereof.  Construction and the associated noises are permitted from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

General parking<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vehicles cannot park on or over a sidewalk or bicycle lane or on a crosswalk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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     Parking enforcement now completely handled by Saanich<\/a>
                   phone 250 475 5431   or email to    parking@saanich.ca              <\/strong>
– The system of complaint-driven parking enforcement is not sufficient to the changing needs of Saanich urban areas.  The street parking problem is cumulative and wide spread. Sending specific issues to the Administrative Traffic Committee (ATC) will not be enough.   MVCCA supports the regulation and enforcement of street parking limits via a set of parking enforcement officers  – as is done in Victoria.  A system of fines would pay for itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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 Links to the Municipality of Saanich, the Capital Regional District, other community groups and the broader community of research into urban planning.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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 Capital Regional District<\/a>
       Regional growth strategy<\/a>
        Natural Gardening<\/a>                                                <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

District of Saanich<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n