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Salt Spring Island Search and Rescue will temporarily operate from the former Ganges Fire Hall #1 under a one year agreement with the CRD while planning continues for the property’s long term future.
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Go Golden this summer and focus water on trees, gardens, and food producing plants. Enter to win a garden center gift card.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) has received $7 million in funding through the Community stream of the Build Canada Strong Fund (BCSF).
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The Capital Regional District has installed a new accessible paddlecraft launch at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park.
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Congratulations to this year’s Youth Cool It! Climate Leadership Training participants, who are helping build a more sustainable future through their creativity, curiosity and commitment to climate action.
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Salt Spring Island and Southern Gulf Island property owners are invited to apply to the Rural Housing Program’s Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rebate Incentive Program.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) Board has advanced Bylaw No. 4782 for participating area approval to authorize long-term borrowing of up to $9.114 million to support construction of a recreation facility in Central Saanich.
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A discarded laptop nearly caused a fire at Hartland Landfill. Learn why batteries don't belong in the garbage and how to dispose of them safely.
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The CRD’s Share The Trail campaign encourages all trail users to be safe, responsible and courteous when using the E&N Rail Trail, Galloping Goose and Lochside Regional Trails this summer.
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Residents and businesses across Galiano and Saturna islands to gain access to improved fibre connectivity.
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A key section of the Galloping Goose Regional Trail closed on June 1, marking the beginning of an extended closure period.
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The CRD is pleased to announce that Katie Hamilton has been appointed as Senior Manager, Corporate Communications & Engagement, effective September 15, 2026.
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The CRD has initiated an Alternative Approval Process (AAP) to seek elector approval to borrow up to $34.84 million for the purpose of capital renewal and wastewater system upgrade projects planned for the Core Area and Western Communities.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) is developing a new Regional Transportation Plan that will guide how people and goods move around the region for the next 30 years. The public is invited to share their transportation priorities in an online survey.
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CRD regional parks are some of the region’s most loved natural spaces – and keeping them healthy doesn’t take much.
National Indigenous History Month, including National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate Indigenous histories, cultures, and contributions while encouraging learning, reflection, and engagement through local Indigenous-led experiences and resources.
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The new Sooke Skate Park is now officially open, following a successful grand opening celebration on May 31.
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At the Capital Regional District (CRD), we are committed to equal access and participation for people with disabilities.
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BC Housing has announced the opening of Caledonia in Victoria and the start of construction on two other developments in the region.
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The Capital Regional District (CRD) and the Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC) both released their 2025 Annual Reports, providing an overview of the work completed over the last year.
