For the past 20 years, local volunteers in Saanich Parks’ Pulling Together Program have worked tirelessly to remove invasive ivy, holly, daphne, broom, and blackberry from Cadboro Bay Parks such as Konukson Park and Phyllis Park, restoring habitat for native plants and wildlife. This work helps to enhance the biodiversity of meadowlands and forest that… Continue reading Pulling Together to Protect Our Parks from Invasive Plants
Letter submitted by Cadboro Bay Resident to the Cadboro Bay Residents Association to share with the community: "I've recently noticed Scotch Broom growing in our neighbourhood, including along the fence on the east side of Gyro Park. I hadn't noticed it before, but understand that it can spread very quickly. Since it is highly unlikely… Continue reading Letter: Scotch Broom in Cadboro Bay (including at the beach)
Letter submitted by Cadboro Bay Resident to the Mayor and Council: "Both the Saanich Municipality and the Oak Bay Municipality need to be reminded that Cadboro Bay and the entirely of the Cadboro Bay beach area is a Federal Migratory Bird Sanctuary and that dogs and cats are not allowed on the beach at any point… Continue reading Letter: All of Cadboro Bay & the entire beach area is a Federal Migratory Bird Sanctuary therefore no dogs or cats at anytime
PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE: Monday, June 26, NOW AT 6:00PM ALL DETAILS FROM SAANICH CAN BE FOUND VIA THIS LINK: People, Pets and Parks Strategy | District of Saanich If you would like to be informed of Saanich's latest updates with regards to People, Pets and Parks, please register here to sign up for Saanich's email notification… Continue reading TIME CHANGE: Saanich: People, Pets and Parks – Committee of the Whole Meeting
Letter submitted by Cadboro Bay Resident to the Mayor and Council and Saanich News: "For eighteen years my wife and I enjoyed one and later, another Newfoundland dog on Cadboro Bay Beach and parks. They were-off leash so they could be dogs and we could enjoy them swimming and playing and fetching and running. The… Continue reading Letter: Equal Access to Saanich Parks and Beaches for Everyone… and Their Dog
This information was sent to the CBRA from Saanich, to share with our Community: The project team will present highlights and key recommendations of the Draft Strategy at this online 'webinar' style event. Monday, May 29th, 6:00pm-7:30pm To make this a safe and comfortable session for all to attend, this event is ‘view only’ and participant cameras… Continue reading Update from Saanich: People, Pets and Parks – Virtual Information Session
This information was sent to the CBRA from Saanich, to share with our Community: Summaries and details from the second round of public engagement for this project, which was held from November to March, are now available. Please visit the website to access this information. If you would like to be informed of Saanich's latest… Continue reading People, Pets and Parks Strategy – Round 2 Summary
A letter from Saanich Parks, as shared with the CBRA: Dear Cadboro Bay Residents’ Association, A lot has happened in Haro Woods since Saanich Parks concluded public consultation and finalized its Management Plan in 2018 (you can view the plan, and a record of all meetings and public input, at saanich.ca/parks). Passive activities such as… Continue reading Haro Woods Updates
Letter submitted by Cadboro Bay Resident to Saanich Council and the Cadboro Bay Residents Association: February 17, 2023 Dear Mayor and Council, I have been an engaged citizen since 2004, I have been elected to the CBRA twice over the years, and was instrumental in having Haro Woods rezoned to a P4 status. As some… Continue reading Letter: Budget consideration – Environmental integrity
Please see the below information from Saanich, as provided to the CBRA: People, Pets and Parks is a District-wide strategy for sharing Saanich’s parks. Open until February 22, the strategy’s second online survey is an important part of the public engagement process. It’s also your opportunity to share feedback about the draft vision, guiding principles… Continue reading REMINDER – DUE TODAY (February 22) – Add Your Voice to the People, Pets and Parks Strategy
