News and Public Notices

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.

Overnight BC Hydro work on Sooke Road (Woodruff to Kangaroo) runs 7 p.m.–5 a.m. until April 24. Expect lane closures, delays, and traffic control as crews upgrade poles and power lines.

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.

Update: Dufour Road has reopened temporarily with plating in place. Design and permitting work continues, with further updates to be shared as repairs progress.

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.

Road maintenance on Otter Point Road between Rhodonite and Wadams Way March 26–27, 9am–3pm. Expect single-lane traffic. Work improves drainage; patching will follow next week.

The District of Sooke has appointed Jeff Miller as Director of Operations. With over 30 years’ experience in engineering and municipal operations, he brings strong leadership and infrastructure expertise from roles across Alberta and Vancouver Island. Jeff will begin with the District on March 30, 2026.