Information Bulletin

The BC Cancer Foundation Mobile Mammography Service will visit Sooke at the Vancouver Island Regional Library from February 2–6 and May 19–22, offering free breast cancer screening for eligible residents aged 40 and over.

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.

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.

Above-average rainfall and possible high winds are forecast. District crews are monitoring conditions. Residents are encouraged to report flooding or hazards, use caution, prepare for potential power outages, and access two 24/7 sandbag stations—including a second location opening by December 19, 2025 at Fire Station 2 (2011 Goodridge Rd), in addition to Ed MacGregor Park parking lot (6752 West Coast Rd)—to support community emergency preparedness.

In 2025, Sooke advanced key projects, completed the OCP, improved mobility, enhanced community spaces, and strengthened regional partnerships. These accomplishments reflect our community’s dedication and collaboration as we continue building a vibrant, connected, and resilient Sooke.

This District of Sooke is providing notice of its 2026 Council meeting schedule. Generally, Regular Council meetings will take place at 6:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month, shifting to Tuesday when a statutory holiday falls on the scheduled meeting date. Committee of the Whole meetings are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on the third Monday of each month, unless a holiday requires an alternate date. Access agendas, minutes, live meeting broadcasts, and subscribe to receive meeting notifications at sooke.ca/meetings.

Update, December 11, 2025 12:38pm: Sooke Potholes Gateway and Sooke River Nature Trail are reopen. Original post: Above-average rainfall is causing localized flooding on several Sooke roads. Crews are responding by priority. Residents are urged to use caution near waterways, respect trail closures, and use the Ed MacGregor Park sandbag station if needed.

Business owners are reminded to renew their 2026 business licence by February 28, 2026. Renew online, by mail, or in person. Please contact the District with questions or business changes before submitting your renewal.