Public Hearing Scheduled for Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 800, 2022

The District of Sooke will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. regarding Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw No. 800, 2022. The hearing will take place in the Council Chambers at Sooke Municipal Hall, 2225 Otter Point Road. 

The draft OCP Bylaw No. 800, 2022 outlines a long-term vision for growth, land use, housing, transportation, climate action, and community well-being in Sooke. 

“We’ve been on an important journey together reviewing our Official Community Plan - listening, learning, and refining the document that will guide Sooke for years to come,” said Mayor Tait. “Reaching the Public Hearing is a key milestone, and we look forward to hearing from residents as we take this next step. Your voice matters in shaping the future of our community.”  

How to Participate 

Members of the public may participate in the Public Hearing by:

• Attending in person at Sooke Municipal Hall;
• Speaking directly to Council during the hearing; or
• Providing written submissions in advance of the hearing.  

Notes regarding Public Input:

• All persons who believe their interests in property may be affected by the proposed bylaw will be afforded an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on the matters contained in the proposed bylaw. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council, please submit in writing by email to publichearing@sooke.ca or in-person to the Corporate Officer at the District Municipal Office no later than 12:00 noon (PST) on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
• Please be advised that submissions to Council will become part of the public record and are subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA). District of Sooke Council Meetings are open to the public to attend in-person. Electronic participation is not available.
• Council cannot receive further information concerning this bylaw after the Public Hearing has concluded.