Town of Sidney

09/29/2026

On September 30, we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour residential school survivors, children who died while attending these schools, and the families and communities still impacted by the residential school system.

Town Hall and Drivers Services will be closed and flags at Town facilities will be lowered to half-mast.

Local opportunities to listen, learn, and reflect include the Truth and Reconciliation Film Series at the Star Cinema, sponsored by the Town of Sidney, Central Saanich, and North Saanich, featuring Indigenous stories of identity, resilience, and healing. Learn more: https://www.starcinema.ca/

The Town is also proud to sponsor the South Island Powwow on September 30 in Victoria, an opportunity to recognize survivors and their families through song, dance, and the celebration of Indigenous cultures and resilience. Learn more: https://songheesnation.ca/news/fifth-annual-south-island-powwow

09/29/2026

The Veterans Remembrance Crosswalk near the Cenotaph on at Sidney Avenue has now received its permanent finish.

When the crosswalk was first installed in 2025, following a proposal by the Saanich Peninsula Legion Branch #37, a temporary painted finish was used because roadwork at the intersection was planned. With those repairs now complete, a more durable finish has been applied that will better withstand traffic and weather. This important tribute to Veterans will remain vibrant for years to come.

09/29/2026

🌳 Thank you to everyone who joined us for Tree Appreciation Day on September 26. 🍂

With more than 30 volunteers in attendance, we planted 30 trees along the Calvin Pathway and removed invasive weeds and litter from the pathway and Rathdown Park.

Thank you to the Greater Victoria Green Team for helping make the day a success.

09/27/2026

Today (September 27), the Town of Sidney has lowered its flags to recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day.

This day serves as a reminder of the dedication and sacrifice of those who work to keep our communities safe.

09/25/2026

🌲 Join us for Tree Appreciation Day! 🌲

On Saturday, September 26, volunteers will help plant trees and remove invasive species along the Calvin Avenue Multi-Use Pathway, helping transform this newly upgraded path into an even more welcoming green space.

📍 Calvin Avenue Multi-Use Path (meet at the south end of Rathdown Park)
🕘 9:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

No experience is necessary, and all ages and abilities are welcome. Tools, gloves, safety gear, instruction, snacks, and refreshments will be provided.

Can't stay and volunteer? Stop by to pick up a free Douglas fir sapling to plant on your own property.

✅ Register here: https://www.meetup.com/greater-victoria-green-team/events/316124623/

09/25/2026

Today, a commemorative monument and bench were unveiled outside the Sidney/North Saanich Library, marking the Royal Canadian Legion's Centennial and creating a place for community members to pause, reflect, and honour those who have served.

Council members from Sidney and District of North Saanich - Local Government were honoured to be part of the ceremony with Saanich Peninsula Legion Branch #37 and Veterans.

We were also touched to see Town staff Brian Robinson and Wes Nelson recognized for their dedication in making the plaque and bench installation possible, even ensuring the recent fall plantings paid tribute to Veterans with rows of red and white flowers leading up to the monument.

Next time you're at the library, we hope you'll take a moment to enjoy this new community landmark.

09/25/2026

Looking for a way to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation?

There are several opportunities across our region to listen, learn, and reflect.

🎬 Truth and Reconciliation Film Series

In partnership with the District of Central Saanich - Local Government, District of North Saanich - Local Government and Star Cinema, the the Town of Sidney is presenting four films that share powerful Indigenous stories of identity, resilience, and healing.
📅 September 25 to October 1
🎬 təm kʷaθ nan (Namesake)
🎬 Ninan Auassat (We, the Children)
🎬 Nika & Madison
🎬 Indian Horse
Learn more and view screening details: starcinema.ca

The Town of Sidney is also proud to sponsor the South Island Powwow, an opportunity to recognize Survivors of the residential school system and their families with song and dance that celebrate traditional Indigenous cultures and resiliency.
📅 September 30
🕙 Gates open at 10 a.m. | Grand Entry at 12 p.m.
📍 Royal Athletic Park, Victoria
Learn more: songheesnation.ca

09/25/2026

Collection Update

Due to recent collection delays, missed waste will be collected as follows:

🗑️ Missed garbage and kitchen organics from Tuesday and Wednesday collections will be picked up on Thursday.

🗑️ Missed garbage and kitchen organics from Thursday collections will be picked up on Friday.

🍂 Friday yard waste will be collected on Friday as scheduled.

✅ All missed collections are expected to be completed by Friday.

If your garbage, kitchen scraps, or yard waste collection is missed, please leave your carts out at the curb if you are able to do so. Emterra crews will return to missed areas as quickly as possible.

If you have questions, call Emterra at 250-385-4399.

09/23/2026

Local election voting day (October 17) is approaching, and now is a great time to get to know the candidates seeking a seat on Sidney Council.

With Peter Wainwright acclaimed as Mayor and Monique Hiltz acclaimed as School Trustee (SD63), Sidney voters will be choosing their Councillors in this election.

The 2026 Candidate Profile Guide is available here:https://www.sidney.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026-Candidate-Profile-Guide.pdf

You can also hear directly from the candidates at the Sidney All-Candidates Meeting on Saturday, October 3, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the SHOAL Centre. More information: https://peninsulachamber.ca/events/2026/10/3/sidney-all-candidates-meeting

09/23/2026

From September 24 - 28, please reduce non-essential water use while the CRD undertakes emergency repairs on a major regional water transmission main serving the Saanich Peninsula.

UPDATE: Water use can return to normal following water main repair

The Capital Regional District (CRD) has completed emergency repairs to a high-pressure regional water transmission main in View Royal, located on the Trans-Canada Highway.

Water use can now return to normal for residents and businesses in Sidney, Central Saanich, North Saanich,
W̱SIḴEM (Tseycum) First Nation, SȾÁUTW̱(Tsawout) First Nation, W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip) First Nation, BOḰEĆEN
(Pauquachin) First Nation and Saanich.

During the repairs, water was supplied to affected communities through alternate transmission infrastructure with lower pressure and less capacity than the primary transmission main. To reduce the
risk of low-pressure conditions in some parts of the system, the CRD asked residents and businesses to reduce non-essential water use.

The CRD sincerely thanks residents and businesses in the affected areas for their patience and cooperation during the repairs.
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Starting Thursday, September 24, the CRD will be repairing a major regional water transmission main along the northbound section of the Trans-Canada highway between the Island Highway overpass and the Six Mile Road overpass. The main supplies water to the Saanich Peninsula and parts of Saanich.

During repairs, we're asking residents and businesses on the Saanich Peninsula and in Saanich to reduce and delay non-essential water use, including outdoor watering, car washing and other discretionary uses. Crews will be working 24-7 and anticipate the repairs will be completed on Monday, September 28th.

Every litre saved helps maintain water pressure and ensures water remains available for homes, businesses and emergency services.

Learn more: https://www.crd.ca/news/alerts/water-conservation-needed-saanich-peninsula-saanich-during-water-main-repair