Tag: Urban Forest
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Boundary Tree Raises Legal Question for Fort Street Development
Victoria City Council had endorsed a six-storey mixed-use development at 1905–1907 Fort Street and 1923–1929 Davie Street, subject to conditions. The proposal, REZ00859 / DPV00248, includes 75 purpose-built rental units and ground-floor commercial space. At…
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Municipal Elections 2026 – Urban Forest Key Issues
By Squirrel For Mayor 🐿 Download Victoria’s Urban Forest issues (.pdf) Key Issue: URBAN FOREST & ENVIRONMENT Key Messages We need a change in City Council’s approach to the urban forest: From To Trees fitted…
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Could Saanich Become Canada’s Next Municipality to Recognize the Rights of Trees?
By Squirrel For Mayor 🐿 Squirrel For Mayor will be watching with interest to see how the Saanich Mayor and Council respond to this council member’s motion. On Monday, July 20, 2026, Saanich Council will…
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Even Supporters of Housing Reform Are Calling for a Review of Bill 44
By Squirrel For Mayor 🐿 One of the most persistent myths surrounding criticism of Bill 44 is that it comes only from people who oppose new housing. That simply isn’t true. In a June 1,…
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How We Learned to Talk Ourselves Out of Ecology
While having lunch with a longtime friend recently, our conversation turned to housing. He had just finished reading Gregor Craigie’s book and, before long, we were discussing density, zoning, and the future of our cities.…
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The Inconvenient Garry Oak Ecosystem: Distinguishing Native Trees from House Plants through Victoria’s Draft OCP.
Summary: This article examines how Victoria’s planning policies address the urban forest while considering the unique conservation needs of the Garry oak ecosystem. The article explores the relationship between native ecosystems, biodiversity, and municipal planning.…
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Urbanists vs. the Nature in My Backyards. District of Saanich – Special Council Meeting for Draft Quadra McKenzie Plan July 7th, 2025.
A Special Council Meeting was held at the District of Saanich’s July 7th meeting regarding the proposed Quadra McKenzie Plan (QMP). More than 100 people packed Saanich municipal hall. Each presenter had three minutes to…