Information Bulletin

Planning is underway for the 2026 Sooke Music & Art Festival, and volunteers are invited to help bring the celebration to life. Join the team supporting music, art, and community while experiencing the festival from behind the scenes.

Sooke’s 2026 Community Grant Program is open until April 8. Non-profits and community groups can apply for up to $5,000 to support projects benefiting local residents. Learn more and apply: www.sooke.ca/community-grant-program.

Spring is in the air! Join Sooke’s Family Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by Pemberton Holmes, April 4 at John Phillips Memorial Park, featuring age-grouped hunts, activities, prizes, and fun for everyone.

Notice of a Special Council Meeting on April 1, 2026, at 4 p.m. to discuss the 2026-2030 Five-Year Finacial Plan Budget Revisions. 

Notice of a Special Council Meeting on April 1, 2026, at 3 p.m. The meeting will be closed to the public under Community Charter s.90(1)(e) regarding labour relations or other employees relations.

Council has scheduled a Special Council Meeting for April 1 at 4 p.m. to continue Budget 2026 discussions, including options to reduce the proposed tax increase while maintaining core services. To follow the budget process, visit letstalk.sooke.ca/budget.

Filming will take place in Sooke on March 26 throughout the day and evening. Residents may notice marked vehicles, including a police-style SUV, within the community. Activities are approved by the District, and no traffic disruptions as a result of the film production are expected.

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.