CRD Board Highlights: October 7, 2026

CRD Board Highlights provides a brief summary of items from each monthly regional Board meeting. The summary is not inclusive of all agenda items. Please refer to the CRD website for the full agenda, minutes and webcast.

Capital Regional District Provisional 2027-2031 Financial Plan Approval  

The Capital Regional District (CRD) Board approved the Provisional 2027-2031 Financial Plan at a special Board meeting on September 23, 2026, establishing a consolidated budget of $945 million for the CRD, Capital Regional Hospital District (CRHD) and Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC). The plan includes investments in essential services and infrastructure and reflects significant decisions made by the CRD and CRHD Boards during the 2023-2026 term. Public engagement on the Provisional 2027-2031 Financial Plan will begin in November 2026. Year-end adjustments, property assessments, and any amendments directed by commissions, committees or the CRD Board will also inform the final budget considered in March 2027.

Staff Report | Appendices | Website | Webcast | Media Release

2027 Capital Regional Hospital District Provisional Budget Approval

The CRHD Board approved its 2027 Provisional Budget at a special Board meeting on September 23, 2026. The budget is primarily driven by the 10-year Capital Plan, which includes major healthcare infrastructure projects identified by Island Health as well as strategic capital initiatives supported by the CRHD. The provisional budget provides the framework for future investments in healthcare facilities and services across the region and remains subject to change prior to final CRHD Board approval in March 2027.

Staff Report | Appendices | Website | Webcast | Media Release

CAO Quarterly Report

The CRD Board received a quarterly update on Corporate Activities and Initiatives, progress made on the 2023-2026 Board and Corporate Priorities, Capital and Operating Budget Variances, and People, Safety & Culture statistics up to September 30, 2026.

Staff Report | Appendices | Webcast

Transition Initiatives for the Performing Arts Facilities Service

Implementation of the new Performing Arts Facilities Service continues, with key reserve funds now established and transition activities underway. Work is progressing on identifying an oversight committee and signing agreements with venue operators. These preparatory initiatives set the stage for the successful launch of the Performing Arts Facilities Service in 2027.

Staff Report | Appendices | Webcast

Conclusion of the Participating Area Approval Process for Recreation Facility Borrowing

Borrowing of up to $9.114 million for the development and construction of a new recreation facility on Hovey Road in Central Saanich will not proceed after failing to receive consent through the participant approval process. Under the Local Government Act, unanimous consent of the three participant municipalities: the Town of Sidney, the District of Central Saanich and the District of North Saanich, was required for the borrowing bylaw to advance. The Town of Sidney did not consent to the bylaw. Consideration of the bylaw and the proposed facility has now concluded.

Staff Report | Appendices | Website | Webcast

The next Board meeting will be held on November 18, 2026

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