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Property tax notices are in the mail and available through MyCity. Learn about the 2026 tax impact, key municipal investments, payment options, deadlines, and Home Owner Grant information.

Register for a free Wildfire Resilient Gardening Workshop on June 14 to learn practical ways to design, plant and maintain a beautiful yard that helps reduce wildfire risk at home.

The District of Sooke has approved $71,753 through 32 community grants and sponsorships, supporting organizations that strengthen community well-being, vibrancy and connection through programs, services, events and initiatives.

Today, Sooke celebrated the opening of Little River Crossing alongside school children and special guests. The event included an opening blessing offered by Elder Jackie and remarks delivered by Mayor Maja Tait, MLA Dana Lajeunesse, and Sooke School Board Trustee Chair Amanda Dowhy. Two Grade 5 students, Maddox and Elliott, delivered remarks on behalf of MP Stephanie McLean, who sent her regrets.

Effective May 15 at noon, Category 1 campfires will again be permitted in Sooke and throughout the Coastal Fire Centre. Category 2 and 3 open burning prohibitions remain in effect until further notice.

The Juan de Fuca Marine Trail is expected to fully reopen this summer following storm damage. Repairs are underway, with a confirmed reopening date to be announced by BC Parks in mid-May.

District of Sooke hosts May 2 Wildfire Preparedness Day at John Phillips Memorial Park, in collaboration with Friends of Sooke Parks Society and Emergency Support Services. The event combines invasive plant removal with free May yard waste disposal, promoting action, safety, and FireSmart awareness.

Sooke launches free May yard waste disposal days to reduce wildfire risk, alongside Community Wildfire Resilience Day, encouraging residents to remove debris, manage invasive species, and adopt FireSmart practices.

Sooke’s Earth Day returns April 22 with goats, interactive environmental stations, and 300 students expected, showcasing community collaboration, hands-on learning, and local stewardship through volunteers, partners, and civic engagement initiatives.

Council adopted Sooke’s 2026–2030 Financial Plan, prioritizing investments in safety and infrastructure, with a $17.54 monthly residential increase (based on the average assessed property), alongside a strong focus on system efficiencies, process improvements, strategic staffing, and diversified funding to reduce reliance on property taxes.