(1/2) Save procrastination for packing for summer vacation! Property taxes are due July 2 by 4:30 p.m. Eligible homeowners, apply for the 2026 Home Owner Grant through the Province of B.C. by July 2. Eligible owners need to submit applications every year. Learn more at gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant

You can pay your 2026 property taxes from the comfort of your home! 🖥️ For online banking, log in to your bank and add the District as a payee. We may be listed differently for each bank, but we've compiled a list for you. Property tax deadline is July 2! Find all ways to pay by visiting:

It's the first Oak Bay night market of the (almost) summer! The night market runs the second Wednesday each month, June through September. 🚧 Heads up that Oak Bay Avenue will be closed for the market from Municipal Hall to Monterey Avenue from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. #oakbay #yyjtraffic

The agenda is live for Monday's Council Meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m. at Municipal Hall Council Chambers. Find the full agenda and more details by visiting: oakbay.civicweb.net

Have a safe and fun Tea Party weekend! Please note there are some parking restrictions around the Tea Party. This ensures roads are safe for the increase of traffic and to allow emergency vehicle access, if needed. Find more details at oakbayteaparty.com

🚧 Crews are working on Lansdowne Rd. between Henderson and Larkdowne. Traffic control is on-site, expect delays. See all road work across Oak Bay on our live map by visiting: oakbay.ca/traffic

(1/2) Join us tomorrow for an open house to learn more about proposed changes for home-based businesses in the District of Oak Bay. Chat with staff and learn more about the proposed tiered system to increase opportunities while introducing regulations to minimize impact.

(1/2) We want to hear from you on our proposed updates to home-based business regulations! The questionnaire is live and open until June 8. This is your chance to share feedback on the proposed tiered system and regulations.

🏊 UPDATE - Oak Bay Recreation Centre's pool will be re-opening tonight at 6:30 p.m. as staff have repaired the mechanical issue.

Due to a mechanical issue, the entire Oak Bay pool area (1975 Bee Street) is currently closed, including all pool amenities. Staff are working to resolve the issue and safely reopen the facility. We appreciate your patience and understanding and will share updates as soon as they're available.

🚧 Tomorrow (Wed. May 13), crews will be doing water main flushing on Oak Bay Ave. at Hampshire. They'll begin work at 5 a.m. to minimize disruption and anticipate they'll be done by 8 a.m. that morning. See more road work by visiting: www.oakbay.ca/building-inf...

(1/2) Get emergency alerts through our free alerting service, Alertable. These are community-specific alerts for potential events like earthquakes and tsunami alerts in #OakBay.

Flags are flying at half-mast until further notice at Oak Bay Municipal Hall, in remembrance and recognition of longtime City of Langford Councillor Lillian Szpak following her sudden passing.

The agenda is live for Monday's Council Meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. Find the full agenda and sign up for meeting updates at oakbay.civicweb.net

🚧 Starting tomorrow, Oak Bay Public Works crew are planning maintenance on manholes along Granite Street with closures along Granite Street between Apr. 24 and May 1. Local access will be maintained. Find a full map of the planned closures by visiting: www.oakbay.ca/building-inf...

(1/2) The District of Oak Bay is excited to be a drop-off location for the Soap For Hope Canada Repurpose Campaign! Drop off new or gently-used hygiene items at Municipal Hall (2167 Oak Bay Ave.) and join the movement to eradicate hygiene poverty.

Happy #EarthDay! We're fortunate to have fantastic parks, beaches and natural beauty throughout our community in Oak Bay. Wondering how you can make a difference? We've compiled resources and events happening around our region, and beyond: www.oakbay.ca/news/april-2...

Crews are finishing work on Phase One of the Uplands Sewer Separation Project, including final paving, sidewalk and landscape restoration and more. 🚧 Expect delays and closures along Beach Drive between Cadboro Bay and Lansdowne Road. Find the full update by visiting: www.oakbay.ca/.../proje......

The agenda is live for Monday's Committee of the Whole, starting at 7:00 p.m. at Oak Bay Municipal Hall Council Chambers. Sell the full agenda and materials by visiting: oakbay.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti...

(1/2) Some new improvements are coming to your bus commute in Oak Bay! Crews are laying the foundation for seven new bus shelters across Oak Bay today and tomorrow. With the blue sky, we had to snap some pictures with Willows Beach in the background. 🌞

🚧 Crews are working on water main repairs on Foul Bay Rd. at Lansdowne Rd. Traffic control is on-site and you can expect delays, especially heading northbound on Foul Bay Rd. See road work and closures across Oak Bay by visiting: www.oakbay.ca/building.../...

The agenda is live for Monday's Council Meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m. at Municipal Hall Council Chambers. See the full agenda, how you can join online, and sign up for meeting notifications by visiting oakbay.civicweb.net

You know the saying, the early bird gets to vote... or something like that! Make sure you’re registered to vote in the upcoming General Local Election this October! Oak Bay will be using the Provincial Voters List, so confirm or register yourself by visiting: elections.bc.ca #oakbay #yyj

(1/1) It’s one small step to cross and one giant leap for safety! Work is complete on the updated Oak Bay Ave. and Wilmot Pl. crosswalk in the heart of Oak Bay Village. Upgrades include concrete curb extensions, flashing pedestrian-controlled crossing lights, tactile warning strips and more.

🚧 Crews are working to repair a water main break on Beach Drive from Cadboro Bay to Midland Rd. The road is closed as crews make repairs. Find updates on road closures across Oak Bay by visiting: www.oakbay.ca/building-inf... #oakbay #yyjtraffic

The agenda's live for Monday's Council Meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m. at Municipal Hall Council Chambers. See the full agenda, how you can join online and sign up for meeting reminders at oakbay.civicweb.net #oakbay

Crews will begin work next week finishing upgrades on the north side of the Oak Bay Ave. at Wilmot Pl. crosswalk. This work includes: ✅ Concrete curb extension ✅ Paving restoration and line painting ✅ Pedestrian activated crossing lights Learn more about the project: www.oakbay.ca/building-inf...

The agenda is live for Monday's Committee of the Whole, starting at 7:00 p.m. at Municipal Hall Council Chambers. Find the full agenda and how you can join the meeting at oakbay.civicweb.net

Reminder: Tonight's Council meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.! Can't make it in person? See the full agenda and how you can join virtually at oakbay.civicweb.net #oakbay #yyj

Work gets underway tomorrow on the Henderson and Haultain-Estevan Neighbourhood Bikeways! 🚧 Crews will start work on underground utilities on Eastdowne Rd. from Fair to Haultain. Traffic will be single lane alternating. Find updates and a live map on our project page: www.oakbay.ca/building-inf...

Cycling improvements are coming to two new cycling routes in the District of Oak Bay, with construction starting on the Henderson and Haultain-Estevan Neighbourhood Bikeways this Tuesday, March 10. Read the full story: www.oakbay.ca/news/constru... #oakbay #activetransportation #yyj

We’re gearing up for garden waste collection next week as you break out garden gloves! 🌳Place items - ex. tree prunings - on the boulevard by 8 a.m. on your scheduled day 🌳No clippings larger than 5 feet long and 3 inches in diameter Learn more: www.oakbay.ca/services/gar...

Save the date! Planning is well underway for the 2026 Budget and Five Year Financial Plan. Special Committee of the Whole meetings are planned for this Thursday March 5 and March 12. Learn more on how you can follow the meetings, attend and share your input at www.oakbay.ca/services/pro...

From Municipal Hall to Oak Bay Fire, it's a bright day across #OakBay for #PinkShirtDay! Staff are donning pink today to "sprinkle kindness" in our community. Through compassion, speaking up and offering support, we can put kindness at the forefront and lift each other up: www.pinkshirtday.ca

Check out the agenda for Monday's Council Meeting, starting at 7:00 p.m.! See the full agenda and details how you can join online at oakbay.civicweb.net #oakbay

🚧 Heads up! Tomorrow (Wed. Feb. 18) crews will be closing Hampshire Rd. from Windsor to Brighton. They'll be working on repairing a water leak. Find more road updates on our live map by visiting www.oakbay.ca/traffic #Oakbay #yyjtraffic

The agenda is live for this Tuesday's Committee of the Whole. See the full agenda, materials and how you can join online by visiting oakbay.civicweb.net

Flags are flying at half-mast at Oak Bay Municipal Hall in respect for the victims of the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families and the community.

Good things can come in small packages, meet the new medic truck for Oak Bay Fire Department! This powerhouse will respond to most medical incidents, ensuring an efficient use of equipment and staff. Did you know, last year Oak Bay Fire Department responded to 889 medical incidents!

It’s a fresh new look for a popular spot on the Ave! Thanks to Tyler and our Parks crew for beautifying the area around the new gazebo and water station. The gazebo has the same notice board for community postings and can be found on Oak Bay Ave. in front of Municipal Hall.

Monday is a busy night! Check out the agenda for our Special Committee of the Whole, starting at 6 p.m., followed by a Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. See the full agenda at oakbay.civicweb.net

🚦POWER OUTAGE - The traffic light at Cedar Hill Cross Road at Henderson Road is OUT due to a power outage. BC Hydro has assigned a crew and updates on the outage can be found: www.bchydro.com/power-outage... #oakbay #yyj

🚧 Heads up! Hampshire Road will be closed again tomorrow (Wed. Feb. 4) during the day - Oak Bay Ave. to Cranmore Rd. - as crews work to pave earlier repairs. You can see a full map of road closures at www.oakbay.ca/traffic

👀 Did you see? Oak Bay was ranked the 12th most livable city in Canada by the Globe and Mail, the highest rank on the Island! We can think of more than 12 things that make our community great, but first are our passionate community, staff and Council. Highlights: www.oakbay.ca/news/oak-bay...

🚧  Road Closure 🚧 - Crews will be working on road repairs tomorrow (Friday, January 30) and will close Hampshire Road from Oak Bay Ave. to Cranmore Rd. Find more road work and closures with our map: oakbay.ca/traffic #oakbay #yyj #traffic

👀 Have you checked out the proposed designs yet for Carnarvon Park? Visit our project page and see the designs. Share feedback through our questionnaire, which closes tomorrow (Thurs. Jan. 22)! Questionnaire: form.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?s=a... Project Page: connect.oakbay.ca/carnarvon-park

Community applications for our Heritage Commission and Accessibility Advisory Committee close tomorrow! Learn more about these committees and submit your application by visiting: https://ow.ly/98ou50XXpOu

The agenda is live for Monday's Committee of the Whole meeting, starting at 7:00 P.M. in Council Chambers. Follow all our council meetings and sign up for updates at oakbay.civicweb.net

We've extended applications for our Heritage Commission for 2026! Members of the Heritage Commission provide advice to Council on a range of community heritage matters. Learn more and submit your application today: https://ow.ly/ulb150XXpvU 📅 Deadline to apply is January 21!

Have a New Year's resolution to get involved in your community? We've extended applications for our Accessibility Advisory Committee which provides advice on accessibility including programs, built environments and more: https://ow.ly/5SKB50XXoQ6 📅 Deadline to apply is January 21!