Saanich

There are more parks per capita in Saanich than in any other municipality in BC.  There are 170 municipal parks and 3 regional parks.  Extensive cycling routes such as the Lochside Trail and the Galloping Goose wind their way through most of the district connecting it to the outer reaches of the Victoria region. The golf courses servicing enthusiasts in the area include Blenkinshop Valley, Cedar Hill, Cordova Bay and Prospect Lake.

East and West Districts

The University of Victoria is an integral part of Saanich East Community life.  Even non-students become involved in and enjoy the regular public lectures and off the beaten track movies. High Quadra and Cedar Hill areas, overlook the Blenkinshop Valley; Gordon Head is a family oriented neighbourhood, close to shopping malls and theatres; and Cordova Bay, boasts a heritage of small farms, cottages and family homes sprinkled along a seaside road with charming shops, café's and the Cordova Bay Golf Course. The West district is residential and family neighbourhoods sprinkled with convenient restaurant, cinema and shopping amenities as well as a local recreation centre. Many schools and parks and great road and highway access make this a central and handy place to raise a busy family.

Central Saanich

Conscientious residents actively support the protection of this district's rural character and charm from overdevelopment and the encroachment of the busy city. Agricultural land use dominates in this district.  There are two distinct town communities, Brentwood Bay and Saanichton, both lovely family neighbourhoods having their own charming amenities. You will even find your own privately owned  and now prize winning wineries here!

Sunshine Hills is the resident golf course.  This district has its own police force, fire department and private garbage collection.

North Saanich

The overriding philosophy of the residents in this community is to protect the environment.  The vast majority of houses in this rural countryside are single detached family homes. The Panorama Leisure Center provides indoor tennis, swimming, ice-skating and the Glen Meadow Golf and Country Club more than satisfies golf enthusiasts.  Again hidden away you will also find the odd treasured winery operating here. The tap water in this region is both well and municipal supply.  North Saanich is under the careful watch of the RCMP and garbage collection is privately operated.