Information Bulletin

Local businesses are invited to participate in a new Sooke Region coupon book, promoting shopping local while supporting a community initiative. The program offers free advertising, customer incentives, and helps raise funds for the Sooke Gathering Place.

Sooke’s 2026–2030 Financial Plan heads to three readings at the March 23 Regular Council Meeting, with a community budget open house tentatively scheduled for April 8 (pending three readings on March 23). The Plan looks to balance affordability, services, and policing cost pressures and sets a potential municipal tax increase at $20 per month for the average residential property. 

Murray Road will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians from Horne Road to the end of the road on Thursday, March 26, 7 a.m.–4 p.m., for crane-assisted tree removal, affecting area park and trail access. Access to the boardwalk and pier remains via Ed Macgregor Park.

Notice is hereby provided of a Special Council Meeting to be held on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in the Bear Meeting Room, 2205 Otter Point Rd, Sooke, BC. The meeting will be closed to the public pursuant to section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter regarding labour relations or other employee relations.

Budget deliberations continue March 16 following Council direction for staff to develop updated 2026 Budget and 2026–2030 Financial Plan options. Scenarios will consider approximately $20 per month for the average property to support priority services, including sustained 24/7 police and fire coverage.

The District of Sooke and Sooke Lions Club invite local businesses and community groups to showcase their services at SOOKEARAMA 2026, April 18 at SEAPARC. Fewer than 25 exhibitor spaces remain—apply now to connect with the community.

On International Women’s Day, Mayor Maja Tait reflects from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Board Week on the contributions of women in Sooke and across Canada, celebrating leadership, community impact, and inspiring the next generation of girls to lead.

Explore photos from this year’s Seedy Saturday, where the Sooke community gathered to celebrate seed sharing, gardening, and local food. Thank you to volunteers, vendors, and especially the Sooke Region Food CHI Society for organizing the event.

The Sooke Region Museum’s Spring Speaker Series features Kristen Miskelly (March 19) on native plants and Andy MacKinnon (April 16) on soil ecosystems. Evening talks begin at 7pm in the Events Pavilion; admission is by donation.