
Septic systems are an important wastewater treatment option for homeowners in the capital region. Also known as onsite wastewater treatment systems, they provide household disposal of wastewater where sewers are either unavailable or too expensive.
If your system is working properly, it is an environmentally friendly and economically sound treatment option. If it's not working properly it can cause environmental issues and health issues in our community.
Want to be Septic Savvy?
Join the CRD and the Onsite Wastewater Management Association of BC for Septic Awareness Week (September 18-22).
CRD Workshops and Webinars
Visit our events page to register
- Septic Savvy in Sooke: Monday, September 18, 6-9pm
- Septic Savvy in San Pen: Wednesday, September 20 5:30-8:30pm
- Septic Savvy via Zoom: Tuesday, September 26 6-8pm
Additional Septic Awareness Week Webinars, run by the Onsite Wastewater Management Association of BC
Be Septic Savvy: Protect, Inspect, Maintain.
Printable Septic Savvy Household Information Kit (available for pick up at most municipal halls and libraries (including the Southern Gulf Islands)
Household Practices
Video Clips
For more information on the care and maintenance of residential septic systems view the following video clips for homeowners.
Bylaw 3479
A Bylaw is in effect in Colwood, Langford, Saanich and View Royal:
Residents regulated under Bylaw 3479 are eligible for an inspection with costs shared by the CRD. There is limited funding and a limited number of spots available. Learn more: