Information Bulletin
For immediate release

Saanich, BC – It’s that time of year again! As part of Saanich’s process to update its Financial Plan, local residents are encouraged to participate in the District’s online budget simulation tool and survey which provide an opportunity to explore and adjust how their tax dollars are allocated to Saanich’s programs.

The draft Financial Plan includes the annual budget for the municipality as well as the proposed 2025 Saanich Police and Greater Victoria Public Library budgets, all for Council’s consideration.

How can I take part?

From now until February 16, 2025, residents can visit HelloSaanich to participate in the survey and try out the budget simulation tool.

While visitors to the site are not required to register to view information on the budget process, they will need to set up an account to provide their opinions. This will help us gather the best local input to make informed strategic financial planning decisions.

How will public input be used?

Comments submitted by residents in the survey will be provided to Council as citizen feedback.

More ways to share your input

Saanich will hold three special budget meetings. At these Committee of the Whole meetings, Saanich residents are welcome to share their feedback with Council.

• Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 6 p.m.
• Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6 p.m. 

All Council meetings are available via live webcast, and the webcasts are recorded and include presentation materials which can be viewed at your convenience.

You are encouraged to share your input by:

• Emailing budget@saanich.ca or council@saanich.ca by noon on the day of the meeting;
• Mailing or dropping off written feedback at the Municipal Hall drop box by noon on the day of the meeting; or
• Registering to call in and speak at the meeting. Registration details are available on the meeting agenda.

 In-person attendance in the Council Chambers is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. It’s recommended that those who wish to attend the meeting in person have an alternate plan for electronic participation in case space is not available.

Next steps

Council deliberates on the draft Financial Plan over the next couple of months. Council will adopt the Financial Plan and Tax Rate Bylaws by May 12, 2025.

Learn more

Access the budget education tool and survey, budget meeting schedule, and other educational resources at saanich.ca/budget.

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Media contact:
Saanich Communications
media@saanich.ca