OCP Engagement Extended

With event restrictions lifted, the District of Central Saanich Council has extended the Official Community Plan (OCP) engagement to allow for in-person open houses this spring.

Central Saanich’s OCP review began in September 2020 and has included a range of public input opportunities to hear various perspectives and engage residents, First Nations, businesses and stakeholders. The Draft Official Community Plan was published in January 2022 for public comment and seven information sessions have been held online to date.

Upcoming engagement opportunities

Agricultural event

March 16 and April 12, 2:00 pm, Saanich Fairgrounds (no registration required in advance)

Three open houses will take place in May:

1. Saturday May 14, 10-2, Cultural Centre—Room B (by entrance to the Centre for Active Living 50+), 1209 Clarke Rd
2. Tuesday May 17, 3-7, Fire Station 1, 1512 Keating Cross Rd
3. Thursday May 19, noon-4, Fire Station 1, 1512 Keating Cross Rd

District planning staff are also available to make group presentations and discuss the OCP at request.

A number of documents and videos are available to help those interested take a sneak peek or a deep dive into the Draft OCP. Visit LetsTalkCentralSaanich.ca/OCP or stop by Central Saanich Municipal Hall at 1903 Mount Newton Cross Road to get a copy of the Draft OCP and corresponding survey. Residents are also welcome to contact planning staff by phoning 250.544.4209 or emailing OCP@CSaanich.ca.