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The Capital Regional District (CRD) has released its regional and local government Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventories for 2024.
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A coalition of First Nations and local governments announced that they are working together on a shared vision to explore the potential for passenger rail service on the Island Rail Corridor between Victoria and Langford.
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The CRD Board is calling on the province to reconsider its recent decision not to include mattresses in the Recycling Regulation amendment.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) Regional Water Supply Commission (RWSC) is moving forward with a Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw for the Regional Water Supply Service.
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BC Housing has announced construction beginning on 319 new homes across three projects in Saanich and Victoria.
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The Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC) Board has begun discussions on an ambitious vision for the next 20 years with CRHC 2045: “A Path to 5,000” Framework.
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This year, imagine celebrating the holidays by sharing your talents and time creating moments that can spark joy, deepen bonds, and create lasting memories.
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Whether you’re cooking, cleaning, or hydrating, small changes can lead to big results. 
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The Sooke Electoral Area Parks and Recreation Commission (SEAPARC) broke ground on the new Sooke Skatepark, a project that will provide a vibrant and inclusive space for youth and families to enjoy active recreation.
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Large rigid plastic items like kayaks and car seats now accepted for free at Hartland Landfill’s recycling depot for use as cover material, not landfill waste.
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Emergency Services on Galiano Island are being enhanced with the merging of fire services into the newly established Galiano Island Volunteer Fire Department (GIVFD).
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The Capital Regional District (CRD), Capital Regional Hospital District (CRHD), and Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC) Boards have elected their Chairs and Vice-Chairs to serve for the fourth and final year of the current term.
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SustainableCRD is a new seasonal newsletter designed to connect residents with environmental updates from across the region.
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Marking a significant milestone for regional reconciliation, the Songhees Nation and the CRD have signed a Government-to-Government Protocol Agreement.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) and Capital Regional Hospital District (CRHD) Boards are asking for feedback on the provisional 2026 - 2030 financial plans.
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BC Housing has announced the opening of a new building at 161 Drake Road on Salt Spring Island.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) Board is taking a major step towards establishing a Performing Arts Facilities Service that will scale up support for regional theatres.
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This week, the Capital Regional District (CRD) encourages residents to prepare for potential earthquakes and tsunamis.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) Board has approved the permanent expansion of Saturday operating hours at Hartland Landfill and Public Drop-off Depot.
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The CRD has purchased two properties and transferred a former community park from the PIPRC to create a new, 21.7-hectare regional park on North Pender Island.
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