News and Public Notices

Short-term traffic delays are expected on Highway 14 from Otter Point Road to Langford between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 1, 2026, due to the Wounded Warriors Sooke-to-Sidney Run supporting veterans and first responders.

Join Zero Waste Sooke on Sunday, January 18, 10a–2p for a Repair Café at the Sooke Community Hall. Bring repairable household items for free, volunteer-led fixes and help keep usable goods out of the landfill.at Sooke Community Hall. Bring repairable household items for free, volunteer-led fixes and help keep usable goods out of the landfill.

The District of Sooke is pleased to announce that the Little River (Demamiel Creek) Crossing has reached substantial completion, marking an important milestone in expanding pedestrian connections and nature-based recreation opportunities in the community.

Sooke RCMP warn residents about suspected door-to-door asphalt scams involving aggressive sales tactics by unidentified men. Two incidents were reported January 7–8, 2026. Residents should report suspicious activity to police.

Emergency repairs are underway for a sinkhole on Goodmere Road, closing the road at Brownsey Boulevard. Detours are in place via Brownsey Boulevard and Murray Road. Repair timelines are under assessment; updates will follow.

Hand jive back to the 1950s as Sooke Youth Theatre Company presents Grease: School Version, a high-energy, family-friendly musical featuring local youth performers at Sooke Community Theatre, January 16–18, with songs and rock ’n’ roll.

The Land Use Development Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in Council Chambers has been cancelled due to no business requiring committee consideration. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

As 2026 begins, Mayor Tait reflects on gratitude and service, highlights upcoming community projects, budget engagement, and grant-funded improvements, and encourages kindness, participation, and connection as Sooke looks ahead together.

Blythwood Road, west of Woodlands Road (5829–5833), is open to single lane, alternating for local area traffic. Winter rainfall caused embankment sloughing at Saseenos Creek, prompting a geotechnical investigation. Updates will follow.

The District of Sooke hosts a free Winter Yard Waste Day January 10, 2026, inviting residents to drop off yard waste and non-invasive plants, supporting FireSmart practices, seasonal cleanup, and community wildfire risk reduction efforts. Sooke residents can drop off materials between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Sooke Parks Yard, 2070 Kaltasin Road.