Songhees Nation

05/13/2026

The Songhees Food Truck is ready for your orders! Visit them at 1502 Admirals Road.

04/27/2026

Check out the Songhees Food Truck on Bannock Stops!

04/08/2026

“Our South Island Powwow has become a powerful gathering for our communities to celebrate culture, strengthen relationships, and welcome people from all backgrounds to learn and share in the traditions of the Coast Salish peoples,” said Chief Ron Sam. “As we prepare for the fifth annual Powwow, we are proud to continue creating a space where drumming, dancing, and storytelling bring generations together.”

Read the full article here:
https://www.songheesnation.ca/news/fifth-annual-south-island-powwow

Photo credit: Colin Smith Takes Pics

03/17/2026

Applications for the Indigenous Artist Causeway will open on April 1, 2026. Learn more through our website at https://www.songheesnation.ca/services/causeway-art

02/23/2026

Please note ongoing road closures on the Island Highway starting today, February 23, 2026.

Update 02-24: BC Hydro has suspended repairs to its underground equipment work along the 200-block of Island Highway in View Royal.

The site will be filled by end of day today (Tuesday, February 24) and the eastbound lane will reopen. The work site will be repaved on Friday, February 27. There will be single-alternating lanes from 9:00am - 3:00pm while road repairs are made on Friday.

As the site will be gravel-filled until paving is completed, drivers are encouraged to use caution. Thank you for your patience.

Original Post:
🚧 Upcoming Traffic Impacts on Island Highway

Starting February 23, BC Hydro will begin critical underground transmission maintenance along the 200-block of Island Highway, between Stewart Avenue and Plowright Drive.

The eastbound lane toward Esquimalt will be closed for up to 14 days, with detours via the Island Highway/ Burnside Road West intersection and Helmcken Road toward Highway 1. Transit, emergency access, businesses, and parking will remain accessible.

Please plan ahead and expect delays.
Read the full news release: https://bit.ly/3ME0VaL

02/11/2026

"This is more than art- it is a living connection to our land and the community now built upon it. We hope it inspires everyone who sees it to reflect on the deep history our People hold here," said Chief Ron Sam. "We want to extend our sincere thanks to the dedicated working group and the incredible artists who brought this vision to life- it is through their creativity and commitment that our culture is shared so beautifully within xwsəyq’әm, now referred to as the Inner Harbour."

Greater Victoria Harbour Authority

02/05/2026

Congratulations to Songhees Tours!

12/02/2025

Please note the Songhees Food Truck is now closed for the season and will reopen in Spring 2026.

həyšxʷq̓ə to everyone for your ongoing support! We will keep you updated on the reopening schedule once it's available.

11/06/2025

“We are inviting the CRD to walk down a new path with us. Since the CRD operates within our territory, it is important that we work to understand each other,” said Songhees Chief Ron Sam. “After all,” he continued, “Our people were here long before the CRD or any of its municipalities. This Protocol Agreement reflects the strength of our Nation and our commitment to working collaboratively with our neighbours.”

Read the full release below:

https://www.songheesnation.ca/news/crd-and-songhees-nation-formalize-their-relationship

Capital Regional District

11/05/2025

The Songhees Wellness Centre will close at 2:30 pm on Friday, November 7, for staff development/team building.

The office will re-open Monday, Nov 10, at 8:30 am.

We appreciate your understanding!