A space for connection, storytelling, and shared resources in North Saanich

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North Saanich Currents

TEST We’re so glad you’re here! North Saanich Currents is your community space to connect, share, and discover — created with care by neighbours, for neighbours.

Our purpose is simple: we tell the stories of the history, the place, and the people of our shared home — to create a sense of community and belonging through the telling of those stories.

We live on the traditional territories of the W̱SÁNEĆ peoples, specifically the BOḰEĆEN (Pauquachin) and W̱SĺḴEM (Tseycum) First Nations, and we are committed to nurturing respectful relationships and (re)conciliation.

NSC is a free quarterly newsletter for the North Saanich community, with fall, winter, spring, and summer editions. Community resources are updated more frequently.

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Image of some ferns and other small green plants near the base of a tree in the woods.

Stories of the Season

Our newest issue of North Saanich Currents is here! Inside, you’ll find local stories, reflections, and resources that celebrate the people and places that make our community unique.

In this Fall edition:
– Editorial introducing North Saanich Currents
– Welcoming Back Rufous Hummingbirds in Early Spring
– Spotlight on Tina Fraser-Baynes
– 16th Season of Jazz Vespers is Underway: Featuring David Vest on November 2
– Your Next Read: Review of Tracey Lindberg’s The Cree Word for Love: Sâkihitowin 
– More than a Riding Club: Some Memories of the Sunset Riding Club
– Saanich Peninsula Hospital & Healthcare Foundation: Building a Healthier Peninsula
– McTavish Academy of Art: From Empty Halls to a Community Alive with Creativity
– Saving Seeds with the Peninsula Food Growers Coop
– North Saanich on Foot: Hills and Dales

Here’s a sneak peak at articles in our upcoming Winter issue:
– Big to the Rescue! (animal rescue by small plane)
– Update on the Harvest Hub
– Winter/Christmas craft markets resource list
– Beaches and trails of Ardmore
– Native plant of the season: Snowberry
– and more…

Why It Matters

We believe local stories create belonging. Whether it’s highlighting community initiatives, exploring our local trails, honouring histories, celebrating a farmer’s legacy, or sharing art and poetry, your voice is part of the current that carries us forward.

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North Saanich Community Resources

Staying connected starts with knowing what’s close to home. North Saanich is rich with local food producers, volunteer groups, and recreational spaces — all of which strengthen our sense of community and well-being. Explore our growing list of resources and discover ways to connect, support, and enjoy.

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North Saanich Currents is your free community newsletter — written with care, grounded in place, and guided by community spirit.