News and Public Notices

Council will consider Sooke’s 2025 Annual Report on June 22, 2026. Residents may review the report, submit feedback in advance, or speak during the public input opportunity at the meeting.

T’Sou-ke Nation, with District of Sooke and Capital Regional District support, is seeking provincial approval for targeted knotweed treatment to protect the Sooke River system’s ecology, habitat and access.

Emergency crews responded to two separate fires in Sooke on June 3: a structure fire on Felton Lane that remains under investigation, and a brush fire likely caused by spontaneous combustion of organic material.

Celebrate Raven Ridge Park's new Phase 2 enhancements with sports, accessible recreation, music from Sooke Radio, free hot dogs, family activities, public art, and community connections from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

The District of Sooke is sharing information from the Province about June open houses where residents can learn more, ask questions, and provide input on five proposed treaties being negotiated on southern Vancouver Island, building on previous engagement.

The District’s annual roadside mowing program begins next week east of Idlemore/Kaltasin, progressing west over five weeks. Please use caution near crews.

Join SEAPARC Sunday, May 31, for the Sooke Skate Park grand opening, featuring a ribbon cutting, demos, lessons, music, prizes, and refreshments.

Council is reviewing design options and costs for the Phillips Road–Throup Road connection, including possible road-width changes, phasing, funding, grants, and borrowing approval. No final construction decision has been made. The next related report is anticipated by the end of June 2026. 

FortisBC gas meter upgrades are underway in Sooke through October 2026, with advanced wireless meters improving service, safety, energy-use information, and access.

Sooke Fire Rescue and mutual aid partners contained a French Road South structure fire Sunday. Three occupants safely evacuated, no injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.