Active Alerts

• Painting of Thetis Lake washroom building to Apr 30

  Mar 23, 2018 (updated Apr 20, 2018, 3:19pm)

  The washroom will remain open except for short periods, when porta potties will be on site.

• Congestion along Galloping Goose & Lochside for District of Saanich Event Apr 22, 10am-3pm

  Apr 20, 2018

• Water Main Flushing Program

  Sep 20, 2017 (updated Apr 20, 2018, 10:12am)

  Water Main Flushing
  April 20, 2018
  
  The following streets will be affected by the Water Main Flushing Program:
  
  East Sooke
  

  • Cornelius Road
  • Water Crossing
  • East Sooke Road
  • Covey Run Road
  • Eliza Point Road

• Water Interruption Notice: Highland Water Service Area (April 19, 2018)

  Apr 12, 2018

  On Thursday, April 19, 2018 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be carrying out annual maintenance and flushing of the water distribution system in the Highland Water Service Area. Read more >>

• Water Interruption Notice: Cedar Lane Water Service (April 19, 2018)

  Apr 10, 2018

  On Thursday, April 19, 2018 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be carrying out annual maintenance and flushing of the water distribution system in the Cedar Lane Water Service Area on Salt Spring Island. Read more >>

• Closure of Todd Creek Trestle on Galloping Goose

  Aug 03, 2017

  The Todd Creek Trestle near Sooke Potholes is closed for repairs until further notice. The Galloping Goose can be accessed north of the trestle via Sooke Potholes parking lot 2, and south of it from the parking lot on Sooke River Road. Read more>>

Resolved Alerts

• RESOLVED: Update: Day 3 Niagara Street Pipe Assembly and Pull

  Apr 20, 2018

  Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Public Heath Advisory - area near Ganges Creek Salt Spring Island

  Apr 19, 2018

  A Public Health Advisory is in effect on the shoreline and waters near Ganges Creek, in the area known as Gasoline Alley, on Salt Spring Island. Please avoid the shoreline and waters in this are until further notice. A mechanical failure lead to a discharge of wastewater. CRD has issued this advisory in conjunction with Island Health. Read more >>  

• RESOLVED: Change of Recycling Day: New Year's

  Apr 17, 2018

  If your usual blue box collection day fell on New Year’s Day, your recyclable materials will be collected on Saturday, January 6, 2018.  Please place your recyclables at the curb by 7:30AM in appropriately sized containers.

   #crdrecycle

• RESOLVED: Early Warning Siren System TESTING at Port Renfrew and Pacheedaht Tues Mar 20-Wed Mar 21

  Apr 17, 2018

  Earthquake early warning/tsunami siren system TESTING at Port Renfrew and Pacheedaht Tues, March 20 – Wed, March 21. Residents and visitors can expect loud intermittent warning sirens with a voice message for earthquake, tsunami and test tone warnings throughout each day.

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Beddis Water Service (March 20 and 22, 2018)

  Apr 17, 2018

  On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 and Thursday, March 22, 2018, between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be carrying out annual maintenance and flushing of the water distribution system in the Beddis Water Service Area. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Fulford Water Service (March 21, 2018)

  Apr 17, 2018

  On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be carrying out annual maintenance and flushing of the water distribution system in the Fulford Water Service Area. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Congestion along the Galloping Goose & E&N for BC Randonneurs Event Apr 15, 8am-4pm

  Apr 15, 2018

   

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Elk Lake for Island Outfitters Event Apr 14, 6am-3pm

  Apr 14, 2018

  Bookleigh Boat Launch and Eagle Beach affected.

• RESOLVED: Sooke Hills Wilderness Trail closure April 12, 9am-12pm

  Apr 13, 2018

  The trail will be closed between Humpback parking lot and north of the suspension bridge for water treatment ammonia delivery.

• RESOLVED: Road closures during hazardous tree removal at Beaver Lake on Wed, April 12 from 8-10am

  Apr 12, 2018

  Road closed to traffic from Elk Lake Dr to West Saanich Rd and on roadway over Colquitz Creek.

• RESOLVED: Hartland Technical Training Area at Mount Work closed for maintenance Apr 3-10

  Apr 10, 2018

  Closed weekdays only between 8am-4pm. The rest of Hartland mountain bike area remains open.

• RESOLVED: Panorama Recreation Centre Power Outage

  Apr 10, 2018

  Please note that all activities are currently not available. Greenglade Community Centre is open.

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Francis/King on Fri, Apr 6 from 8:30am to 4pm

  Apr 09, 2018

  Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Mount Work on Apr 5-6 from 8:30am to 4pm

  Apr 09, 2018

  Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Beaver Lake for TC 10K Run Clinic Event Apr 7, 7am-1pm

  Apr 09, 2018

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Eagle Beach for Rowing Event Apr 7-8, 8am-5pm

  Apr 08, 2018

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Thetis Lake on Thurs, Apr 5 from 8:30am to 4pm

  Apr 06, 2018

  Trees will be removed at the main parking lot, West Beach and Upper Thetis. Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Update: Water Supply Main Construction: Main #3 Upgrade

  Apr 03, 2018

  The CRD’s maintenance work on the TCH has been completed. The MoTI contractor has completed the water main connections and will be filling excavations soon. For updates, visit the McKenzie Interchange Project website.

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Beaver Lake for Remax Event Mar 31, 8am-2pm

  Apr 03, 2018

   

• RESOLVED: Drainage work along Sooke Hills Wilderness Trail near suspension bridge from March 28-29

  Mar 29, 2018

  The trail remains open but caution is urged around the equipment and crew.

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Thetis Lake for MEC Event Mar 25, 6am-12pm

  Mar 25, 2018

   

• RESOLVED: Parking lot repairs at Matheson Lake Regional Park on Fri, Mar 23 from 10am-1pm

  Mar 23, 2018

  Parking lot remains open but visitors are advised to use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Eagle Beach on Thur, Mar 22 from 8:30am to 3pm

  Mar 22, 2018

  Expect minor delays and use caution around equipment and crews at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park.

• RESOLVED: Galloping Goose closure between Grange and Belgrave Roads March 17 – 18

  Mar 18, 2018

  BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is closing a portion of the regional trail as part of the McKenzie Interchange project. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Matheson Lake Thurs., March 8 between 8-11am

  Mar 09, 2018

  Park visitors can expect minor delays. Please use caution around equipment and crews.     

• RESOLVED: Boil Water Advisory - Lyall Harbour Boot Cove (Saturna)

  Mar 01, 2018

  A boil water advisory for customers of the Lyall Harbour Boot Cover Water System on Saturna Island has been discontinued. Read More (PDF)

• RESOLVED: Maintenance at Thetis Lake parking lot area on Wed Feb 28, 8:30am- 1pm

  Mar 01, 2018

  Ditch dredging work underway from main parking lot and trail from the parking lot. Use caution and watch for crews while passing through this area.

• RESOLVED: Winter weather conditions affecting curbside recycling pick-up

  Feb 26, 2018

  Winter weather conditions have impacted recycling pick-up today in some parts of the region.  Efforts will be made to collect recyclable materials in areas that drivers can safely access but, if your recycling is not collected today, please bring it inside until your next collection day.

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland Water Service Area (Feb 19-23)

  Feb 23, 2018

  During the week of February 19 - 23, 2018 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be carrying out annual maintenance and flushing of the water distribution system in the Highland Water Service Area. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Fernwood Water Service Area (Feb 12-16)

  Feb 23, 2018

  During the week of February 12 - 16, 2018 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be carrying out annual maintenance and flushing of the water distribution system in the Fernwood Water Service Area. Read more >>
  

   

• RESOLVED: SEAPARC Recreation Centre Power Outage

  Feb 17, 2018

  SEAPARC will remain closed for the rest of Saturday February 17th due to a power outage. Our apologies.

• RESOLVED: Upgrades to Elsie King Trail at Francis/King Regional Park weekdays to 4pm, until Feb 15

  Feb 16, 2018

  Expect temporary trail closures, including access to Shooting Star trail, as well as noise from equipment

  .

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Thetis Lake main beach Feb 14 and Upper Thetis Feb 15

  Feb 16, 2018

  Work underway all day on Wed. and to noon on Thur. Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal along The Great Trail near the water treatment plant Thur, Feb 15

  Feb 15, 2018

  Crews working in Sooke Hills Wilderness Regional Park will be directing traffic. Trail users can expect short delays.

• RESOLVED: Wastewater Discharge Notice (Esquimalt, Oak Bay)

  Feb 07, 2018

  Heavy precipitation caused combined stormwater and wastewater overflows along some shorelines in Greater Victoria on January 29, 2018. The areas affected are in the vicinity of Macaulay Point in Esquimalt, and McMicking Point, Humber and Rutland in Oak Bay. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland Water Service (January 23, 2018)

  Feb 07, 2018

  On Tuesday, January 23, 2018 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be carrying out repair work on the water distribution system in the Highland Water Service Area on Salt Spring Island. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: SEAPARC to open at 3pm today #Sooke

  Jan 27, 2018

  The SEAPARC facility is set to open at 3:00 pm January 27 following a power outage. Power has been restored by BC Hydro and staff are working to open the facility. Thank you for your patience.

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal from Francis/King parking lot Thur, Jan 25 from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

  Jan 25, 2018

  Expect limited parking, including accessible spaces and temporary delays. Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Avoid the water at Beaver Lake due to blue-green algae advisory

  Jan 25, 2018

  Water samples from Beaver Beach at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park continue to test positive for a type of blue-green algae that produces cyanotoxins. Visitors are advised to avoid swimming at Beaver Lake and to keep animals on a leash to prevent them from drinking or swimming in the lake. Elk Lake remains safe for the public. Read more
  

• RESOLVED: #Tsunami Warning for Coastal Areas of BC

  Jan 23, 2018

  The tsunami warning previously issued for the region is no longer in effect. More info at EmergencyInfoBC.ca

• RESOLVED: Elsie King Trail temporarily closed at Francis/King, Thurs, Jan 18 until noon

  Jan 22, 2018

  Closed for hazardous tree removal. Flaggers will be on site. Watch for equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Core Area Wastewater Discharge Notice

  Jan 17, 2018

  Heavy rain caused combined stormwater and wastewater overflows along some shorelines in Greater Victoria on January 11, 2018. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Maintenance at picnic area along 10km trail at Beaver Beach on Tues, Jan 16

  Jan 16, 2018

  Crews will be thinning out willow trees in the picnic area. Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Temporary closure on Galloping Goose near km 42 from January 3 to 15, 2018

  Jan 15, 2018

  Section of the Galloping Goose Regional Trail near Parkland Rd in Sooke closed for rock scaling. Please be cautious near crews and equipment and obey all closure signs. Map

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal along 10km trail at Elk/Beaver throughout the week of January 8

  Jan 12, 2018

  Tree removal at various locations along the 10km trail. Expect minor and use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Rail equipment installation at Maplebank rail crossing on E&N Rail Trail until Dec 31

  Jan 08, 2018

  Crews and machinery on-site between 9 am to 3:30 pm. Please use caution in this area.

• RESOLVED: Winter weather conditions affecting recycling pick up

  Jan 04, 2018

  Winter weather conditions have affected recycling pick up today. If your recycling is not collected by the end of your scheduled pick up day, please bring inside until your next scheduled collection day. #crdrecycle

• RESOLVED: West Shore Recycling Collection Delayed from January 2 until January 3, 2018

  Jan 04, 2018

  Due to an increase in the volume of recycling after both December’s snowfall and the holiday season, collection scheduled for Tuesday, January 2 took longer than expected in some West Shore neighbourhoods and has been delayed to Wednesday, January 3.  If your recycling was missed, please leave your material at the curb for collection today.

  Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Notice of Maintenance - Ganges Sewer Service Area

  Jan 03, 2018

  Cleaning and closed circuit television (CCTV) inspection of sewer pipes in the Ganges Sewer service will start Nov 20. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Early Warning Siren system TESTING at Port Renfrew and Pacheedaht Tues Dec 12–Thurs Dec 14

  Jan 03, 2018

  Earthquake early warning/tsunami siren system TESTING at Port Renfrew and Pacheedaht Tues, Dec 12 – Thurs Dec 14. Residents and visitors can expect loud intermittent warning sirens with a voice message for earthquake, tsunami and test tone warnings throughout each day.

   

• RESOLVED: Earthquake early warning/tsunami siren system TESTING at Jordan River Sat, Dec 16

  Jan 03, 2018

  Park visitors can expect loud intermittent warning sirens with a voice message for earthquake, tsunami and/or test tone warnings throughout the day.

• RESOLVED: Watch for frost and ice at regional parks & trails. Be prepared for slippery conditions.

  Jan 03, 2018

  #CRDParks sand & add de-ice to high use areas of the Galloping Goose, Lochside and E&N Rail Trail during daylight hours, except statutory holidays.

• RESOLVED: UPDATE: Wastewater Discharge Notice

  Dec 29, 2017

  Heavy precipitation caused combined stormwater and wastewater overflows along some shorelines in Greater Victoria beginning the morning of December 19, 2017. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Winter weather conditions impacting CRD water and wastewater operations and service

  Dec 22, 2017

  UPDATE: As a result of weather conditions on Dec 19, Burgoyne Bay Septage Facility on Salt Spring Island remains closed.

• RESOLVED: Weather conditions blocking traffic to Hartland landfill

  Dec 20, 2017

  Winter weather conditions are blocking traffic leading to Hartland landfill. Please use caution & expect delays.

• RESOLVED: UPDATE: #crdparks and trails are open - expect and prepare for snow

  Dec 20, 2017

  Expect and prepare for slippery conditions. Cycling commuters may want to consider alternative transportation until areas are cleared.

• RESOLVED: Low Pressure Event – Langford, View Royal and parts of Saanich

  Dec 19, 2017

  From December 4 to approximately December 20, residents of Langford, View Royal and parts of Saanich may experience lower water pressure as the Kapoor Tunnel Inspection is completed. No interruption in service is expected.

• RESOLVED: Main beach trail at Witty's Lagoon under repair Dec 7 & 8

  Dec 15, 2017

  Please follow the detour signs leading behind the washroom to the main trail.

• RESOLVED: Earthquake early warning/tsunami siren system TESTING at Jordan River Sun, Dec 10

  Dec 11, 2017

  Park visitors can expect loud intermittent warning sirens with a voice message for earthquake, tsunami and/or test tone warnings throughout the day.

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Thetis Lake for Prairie Inn Harrier Event Dec 9 9am-4pm

  Dec 09, 2017

• RESOLVED: Section of Elsie King Trail at Francis/King Regional Park closed from Nov 27 – Dec 8

  Dec 08, 2017

  Trail closed from main entrance to bridge for upgrades. Access the boardwalk trail from Shooting Star trail. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Congestion along the Galloping Goose for The Salvation Army Event Dec 2 8:30am-1pm

  Dec 02, 2017

  Between the Selkirk Trestle and Culduthel Road.

• RESOLVED: Galloping Goose closed between Grange & Belgrave Rds, Nov 22 & 23 from 8pm to 5:30am

  Dec 01, 2017

  Closure is part of McKenzie Interchange Construction Project, please refer to BC Gov’t website for details. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Delays between Beaver Beach Rd and Filter Beds throughout November

  Dec 01, 2017

  Sewer pipe installation underway at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Thetis Lake for Fleet Diving Unit Event Nov 26 8am-12pm

  Nov 26, 2017

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Thetis Lake for Prairie Inn Harrier Event Nov 25 9am-4pm

  Nov 25, 2017

• RESOLVED: Trail paving on Galloping Goose and Lochside Oct 26 to Nov 9

  Nov 20, 2017

  Delays and temporary closures between Selkirk Trestle and Gorge Rd, Cordova Bay Rd and Lochside Park, Kelvin Rd to Ardersier Rd, Switch Bridge to Darwin Ave. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Paving at Elk/Beaver Lake on Beaver Lake Rd until Nov 15, 7:30am to 5pm

  Nov 20, 2017

  Expect single lane traffic and 10 min delays.

• RESOLVED: Clean-up of fallen branches and trees in Elk/Beaver Lake, Nov 3-6, 7am-4:30pm

  Nov 20, 2017

  Please use caution around crews and fallen debris.

• RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Langford Residents: Latoria Road

  Nov 16, 2017

  Beginning Monday, November 6, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on Latoria Road. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Thetis Lake Regional Park on Tues, Nov 14.

  Nov 14, 2017

  Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Hazard tree removal underway at CRD Regional Parks on Nov 2. Expect minor delays.

  Nov 03, 2017

  Regional Parks affected are Matheson Lake parking lot, Devonian beach, Witty’s Lagoon Whitney Griffith, Mill Hill parking lot.

• RESOLVED: Tree falling at Elk/Beaver Lake Oct 23-24, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm

  Nov 03, 2017

  Expect temporary closures of filter beds washrooms, equestrian centre parking  lot, and nearby trails.

• RESOLVED: Core Area Wastewater Discharge Notice (Saanich, Oak Bay)

  Oct 26, 2017

  Heavy rain caused combined stormwater and wastewater overflows along some shorelines in Greater Victoria beginning the evening of October 18. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Tsunami siren testing at Jordan River Tuesday October 17 at 10am.

  Oct 23, 2017

  Visitors in Jordan River Regional Park can expect to hear a test message followed by the tsunami warning tone and a repeated test message. 

• RESOLVED: Fire danger rating is Moderate

  Oct 17, 2017

  Fires and smoking prohibited at all CRD parks & trails. Please take extreme care in natural areas #CRDParks #BCwildfire. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Hazard tree removal at Roche Cove, Matheson Lake and Witty’s Lagoon on Oct 13

  Oct 17, 2017

  There may be short delays on trails while crews remove hazard trees. Please obey all flag persons. At Roche Cove the trees are near Gillespie Road, and the toilet area. At Matheson Lake, they are along the lake trail, the main parking lot and the beach trail. At Witty’s Lagoon the trees are near the Whitney Griffith area.

• RESOLVED: Hazard tree removal at Francis/King Regional Park on October 12

  Oct 17, 2017

  There may be short delays or temporary closures  from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm on Centennial and Heritage Grove Trails while crews remove hazard trees. Please obey all flag persons.

• RESOLVED: Culvert Cleaning at Beaver Lake Rd Oct 16, 8:30am to 12pm

  Oct 17, 2017

  Work on the 10K trail near Beaver Lake Rd.  Delays are expected. Crews will direct visitors around work site.

• RESOLVED: Water Service Interruption Notice for Magic Lake Estates Pender Island

  Oct 13, 2017

  Some residents may experience a loss of water pressure or be without water for a period of time. Read more >> 

• RESOLVED: Panorama Recreation Centre- Hot Tub Closure

  Oct 02, 2017

  Due to mechanical issues, the hot tub will not be up to normal temperature until further notice. Thank you for your understanding.

• RESOLVED: Possible foot and bike traffic delays on trail along Colquitz River, Sept 13 to 21

  Sep 25, 2017

  Trail resurfacing underway at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: East sections of 10K trail at Elk/Beaver Lake closed Sept 5 -15, Mon - Fri, 8am - 3pm

  Sep 22, 2017

  Lakeshore trail near Eagle Beach Shelter closed for trail improvements weekdays only. Remains open on weekends. Use caution around equipment and crews. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Main washroom at Thetis Lake Regional Park closed for repairs until further notice

  Sep 14, 2017

  Please use West beach washroom. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal at Witty’s Lagoon and Devonian Regional Parks on Thur, Aug 31

  Sep 12, 2017

  Expect minor delays near Whitney-Griffiths Point at Witty’s Lagoon and the toilet & cairn area at Devonian

• RESOLVED: Court Bookings at Panorama Recreation Centre

  Sep 08, 2017

  Please note not all tennis and squash reservations are available online at this time. If you do not see the time you wish to book, please contact our reception staff at 250.656.271. We are hoping to have this issue resolved soon. Thank you

• RESOLVED: Warning of cougar sighting at East Sooke Regional Park near Anderson Cove

  Sep 05, 2017

  Cougar not displaying aggressive behaviour. Please do report threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277 

   

• RESOLVED: Trail re-surfacing at Francis/King Regional Park along the Marsh Trail to Sept. 1

  Sep 01, 2017

  Please use caution around equipment and crews. Download the map.

• RESOLVED: Taste and Odour in Greater Victoria’s Drinking Water – Water Remains Safe to Drink

  Aug 31, 2017

  As a precaution, the CRD has increased disinfectant dosage in treated water until the total coliform levels in the raw water return to normal. As a result, there may be a slight chlorine taste and odour in the drinking water. The water remains safe to drink. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Trail maintenance at Sandcut Beach in Jordan River Regional Park until August 31

  Aug 31, 2017

  Improvements to the trail surface and stairs leading to Sandcut Beach. Please use caution on the trail and around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Tree limbing work at Elk/Beaver Lake - Eagle Beach/Rowing Club area Aug 28 between 8am-4pm

  Aug 31, 2017

  Partial closures of the lower paved parking lot will be occurring during this work for public safety. The upper gravel parking lot will remain open during this time.

• RESOLVED: Caution of fish sampling nets at Elk/Beaver Lake for fish inventory Aug 21-25, 4pm-10am

  Aug 28, 2017

  Nets below water surface marked by orange buoys. Boaters advised not to travel near buoys to avoid damage to boats and nets. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Colquitz Creek Trail closed for Elk/Beaver Lake sewer connection

  Aug 25, 2017

  Colquitz Creek Trail temporarily closed during sewer line construction for a future connection of the Beaver Beach and Filter Beds washroom facilities to the Saanich municipal sewer system. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Hazard tree removal today at Francis/King Regional Park

  Aug 18, 2017

  Please use caution around equipment and crews along Elsie King and Centennial Trails from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm 

• RESOLVED: Section of Charters trail closed in Sea to Sea Regional Park, Aug 16 & 17 from 7am–1 pm

  Aug 17, 2017

  Trail closed between Sooke River Road and Charters Reservoir for danger tree removal.

• RESOLVED: Bear sightings at Sooke Potholes

  Aug 15, 2017

  Mother and cubs spotted near parking lots 2 & 3. Please give these wild animals lots of space, do not leave food out and report negative interactions to BC Conservation Office

• RESOLVED: Warning of cougar sighting at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park

  Aug 08, 2017

  Cougar not displaying aggressive behaviour. Please do report threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277

• RESOLVED: Warning of cougar sighting on Upper Thetis Lake Trail

  Jul 31, 2017

  Cougar not displaying aggressive behaviour but report threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277

• RESOLVED: The Manzanita Trail in Sea to Sea Regional Park is now open.

  Jul 17, 2017

  The Manzanita mountain biking trail and the parking area at the end of Harbourview road in Sea to Sea Regional Park are now open. 

• RESOLVED: Traffic patterns changing at road crossings along the E&N Rail Trail in Esquimalt

  Jul 14, 2017

  Watch for new stop signs and trail work taking place from July 4-14.

• RESOLVED: Maintenance on Bellamy Trail at Thetis Lake Regional Park, July 4 – 14

  Jul 14, 2017

  Expect minor delays. Please use caution around equipment and crews. Park map
  

   

• RESOLVED: Treated Wastewater Discharge at Bazan Bay, North Saanich

  Jul 14, 2017

  Advisory signage has been posted at beach access points as a precautionary measure. Residents and their pets are advised to avoid swimming or wading in waters along the Bazan Bay shoreline between the terminus of Wardle Road and adjacent to Lochside Drive across from Bakerview Place until the advisory has been lifted. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Hazardous tree removal Elk/Beaver Lake June 20

  Jul 05, 2017

  Hazardous tree removal at Elk/Beaver Lake Governor General area on June 20 from 9am-4pm. The area will be open but visitors may experience short delays.

• RESOLVED: Warning of bear sightings at Sooke Potholes between parking lots 2 & 3

  Jul 05, 2017

  Report displays of threatening or unusual behaviour to BC Conservation Officer Service 1-877-952-7277

• RESOLVED: Water way maintenance near Jordan River Regional Park, June 22-29

  Jun 30, 2017

  Queesto Community Forest Ltd. is undertaking annual routine water way maintenance. Expect minor delays and possible early morning disturbances for campers.
  

• RESOLVED: Maintenance on Trillium Trail at Thetis Lake from June 23-July 14

  Jun 29, 2017

  Expect minor delays. Please use caution around equipment and crews.

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland/Fernwood (June 21, 2017)

  Jun 29, 2017

  On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 between the hours of 8am and 4pm, the CRD will be performing annual maintenance on a pressure regulating station in the
  Highland/Fernwood Water Service Area. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Westshore Communities - Water Main Flushing

  Jun 29, 2017

  Water Main Flushing
  April 27, 2017
  
  The following streets will be affected by the Water Main Flushing Program:

  Triangle Mountain

  • Cuaulta Crescent
  • Bexhill Place
  • Betula Place
  • Fulton Road
  • Ravenwood Road

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland Fernwood Water Service Area (May 9, 2017)

  Jun 29, 2017

  On Tuesday, May 9, 2017, between the hours of 8:30am to 2:30pm, the CRD will be carrying out repair work on South Bank Drive in the Highland/Fernwood water service area. This will require an interruption of water service to a portion of the service area. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Langford Residents: Dicker Rd and Klahanie Dr

  Jun 29, 2017

  Beginning Monday, November 7, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on Dicker Rd and Klahanie Dr. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for Metchosin Residents: Happy Valley Road to Bilston Creek

  Jun 29, 2017

  Beginning Monday, May 15, 2017, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main between Happy Valley Road and Bilston Creek. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: CRD Construction Notice for View Royal Residents: Admirals Road

  Jun 29, 2017

  Beginning Monday, December 5, CRD Construction Crews will begin replacing a water main on Admirals Rd. between Craigflower Rd. and Maplebank Rd. Read more>>

• RESOLVED: Construction on Elk/Beaver Lake gravel parking lot on Hamsterly Rd May 17 to June 16

  Jun 19, 2017

  Parking lot upgrades underway, please use caution around heavy equipment and crews

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Magic Lake Estates (June 13, 2017)

  Jun 14, 2017

  On Tuesday, June 13, 2017, between the hours of 9am to 3pm, the CRD will be performing a fire hydrant repair in the Magic Lake Estates Water Service Area. This will require an interruption of water service to a portion of the community. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Boil water advisory at Sooke Potholes Spring Salmon Place Campground

  Jun 13, 2017

  The drinking water station in the Sooke Potholes campground currently has a boil water advisory. 
  

• RESOLVED: Hamsterly toilet at Elk/Beaver Lake closed June 12 from 8am-12pm for plumbing upgrades

  Jun 12, 2017

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Hamsterly Beach for Ironman Event June 4 6am-4pm

  Jun 04, 2017

• RESOLVED: Geotechnical Work May 31st at 4219 Commerce Circle

  Jun 01, 2017

  Geotechnical site investigation work will consist of a mobile drilling rig arriving to collect a number of core samples. Traffic control personnel will be on site to assist traffic during the arrival and departure of the drill rig and personnel. Local residents may experience construction noise and temporary traffic delays during regular working hours. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Waterworks construction at Elk/Beaver Lake May 24-29

  May 29, 2017

  District of Saanich undertaking waterworks construction near Governor General area. Use caution while walking in that area and keep dogs on leash.

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion @ Beaver Beach for Power to Play Event May 28 8am-8pm

  May 28, 2017

• RESOLVED: Upgrades underway at Beaver Lake North Beach area May 1-10

  May 25, 2017

  Please use caution around heavy machinery.

• RESOLVED: Limited parking/congestion at Hamsterly Beach for Huntington's Society Walk May 7 9am-2pm

  May 07, 2017

• RESOLVED: Water Interruption Notice: Highland/Fernwood Water Service Area (May 3, 2017)

  May 05, 2017

  CRD Operations staff are actively searching for a water system leak or leaks in the Highlands/Fernwood Water Service Area. Some residents may experience a loss of water pressure or be without water for a period. Read more >>

• RESOLVED: Brookleigh boat launch at Elk/Beaver Lake closed this afternoon until 4pm

  May 05, 2017