News and Public Notices

Single-lane alternating traffic is expected on Phillips Road near Demamiel Creek Bridge October 27, with setup beginning around 1:30 p.m. for barrier removal and inspection.

Residents are invited to welcome Sooke’s newly elected Mayor and Council on November 2, with the inaugural meeting at 6 p.m. followed by a community meet and greet.

Mayor-elect Kevin Pearson received Sooke’s first poppy at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 54, launching the Poppy Campaign and inviting residents to honour veterans this November.

Official 2026 election results are declared following a recount that identified six additional votes across five ballots. Adjustments did not change the candidates elected as Mayor and Councillors in Sooke.

Celebrate Halloween in Sooke with spooky stories, giant gourds, trick-or-treating, bonfires, fireworks and glowing pumpkins, while enjoying community traditions and keeping everyone safe this fall.

The District of Sooke will conduct a full recount October 20 after ballot reconciliation identified two ballots requiring review amid a five-vote Councillor race margin. Updated results will be released following completion of the recount and determination of the official election results.

The District of Sooke lowers flags to half-mast following the tragedy at CFB Wainwright, honouring those affected and standing in solidarity with grieving families.

The District of Sooke has released preliminary 2026 General Local Election results, including mayoral and council races and the non-binding Sooke Gathering Place plebiscite.

Vote Saturday, October 17, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Edward Milne Community School. Already, 2,386 Sooke electors have cast ballots through advance and special voting, excluding mail-in ballots.

Restoration continues along Sunriver Nature Trail, with a partial closure near the Phillips Road entrance until October 30. Alternative access remains available from Willowpark Way.